ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC
#1 in 12,000 BTUFull review
The most efficient PTAC at its size here, for rooms used most of the year where running cost matters. Register it for the compressor warranty.
Amazon $1,199$1,199
The ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC is the better PTAC unit overall, rated 4.0 to 3.8. The ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC leads on efficiency and heating. The Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC wins on warranty, value and features. The Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC costs $254.03 less ($944.97 vs $1,199).
Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC
#2 in 12,000 BTUFull review
The best-covered budget heat pump PTAC, with WiFi and a remote included. Efficiency is ordinary, but the five year parts warranty sets it apart.
Amazon $944.97$944.97
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC for efficiency (12.8 EER, 23.1% above the 10.4 federal minimum vs 10.5 EER, 1% above the 10.4 federal minimum) and heating (heat pump, 3.8 COP vs heat pump, 3.2 COP).
- Choose the Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC for warranty (5-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system vs 1-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system), value ($78.75 per 1,000 BTU ($944.97, 12,000 BTU) vs $99.92 per 1,000 BTU ($1,199, 12,000 BTU)) and features (phone app, remote vs remote, inverter compressor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12,000 BTU PTAC unit; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC | Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 53 $99.92 per 1,000 BTU ($1,199, 12,000 BTU) | 85 $78.75 per 1,000 BTU ($944.97, 12,000 BTU) |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 12.8 EER, 23.1% above the 10.4 federal minimum | 6 10.5 EER, 1% above the 10.4 federal minimum |
| Heating 15% | 100 heat pump, 3.8 COP | 73 heat pump, 3.2 COP |
| Features 10% | 45 remote, inverter compressor | 70 phone app, remote |
| Warranty 20% | 50 1-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system | 100 5-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system |
Specifications
| ACiQ 12,000 BTU Inverter PTAC | Cooper & Hunter PTW 12,000 BTU PTAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling at 230V | 12,000 BTU | 12,000 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | - | 11,800 BTU |
| EER | 12.8 | 10.5 |
| Federal minimum EER | 10.4 | 10.4 |
| Inverter compressor | Yes | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Heating | ||
| Heat type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 12,000 BTU | 10,800 BTU |
| Heat pump COP | 3.8 | 3.2 |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW | 3.5 kW |
| Controls and install | ||
| Phone app | - | Yes |
| Remote included | Yes | Yes |
| Sleeve and grille included | - | No |
| Indoor noise, high fan | 46 dB(A) | 52 dB(A) |
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Weight | - | 110.2 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year parts, 7 years compressor | 5 years parts, 7 years compressor |