ACiQ 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC
#2 in 15,000 BTUFull review
An inverter heat pump PTAC with certified efficiency well above the minimum. Register it for the compressor warranty.
Amazon $1,149$1,149
The ACiQ 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC is the better PTAC unit overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The ACiQ 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC leads on efficiency and features. The Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump wins on value. The Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump costs $130 less ($1,019 vs $1,149).
Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump
#5 in 15,000 BTUFull review
A low-priced heat pump PTAC with a remote for a straight swap into an existing sleeve. Expect basic efficiency and check the warranty terms with the seller.
Amazon $1,019$1,019
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 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC for efficiency (10.7 EER, 12.6% above the 9.5 federal minimum vs 10.6 EER, 10.5% above the 9.6 federal minimum) and features (remote, inverter compressor vs remote).
- Choose the Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump for value ($69.32 per 1,000 BTU ($1,019, 14,700 BTU) vs $76.60 per 1,000 BTU ($1,149, 15,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 15,000 BTU PTAC unit; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ACiQ 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC | Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $76.60 per 1,000 BTU ($1,149, 15,000 BTU) | 79 $69.32 per 1,000 BTU ($1,019, 14,700 BTU) |
| Efficiency 25% | 76 10.7 EER, 12.6% above the 9.5 federal minimum | 55 10.6 EER, 10.5% above the 9.6 federal minimum |
| Heating 15% | 87 heat pump, 3.4 COP | 60 heat pump, COP not published |
| Features 10% | 45 remote, inverter compressor | 30 remote |
| Warranty 20% | 50 1-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system | 30 5-year warranty, parts coverage not stated, scored as 1 year |
Specifications
| ACiQ 15,000 BTU Inverter PTAC | Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling at 230V | 15,000 BTU | 14,700 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | - | 14,500 BTU |
| EER | 10.7 | 10.6 |
| Federal minimum EER | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Inverter compressor | Yes | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Heating | ||
| Heat type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 13,500 BTU | 13,500 BTU |
| Heat pump COP | 3.4 | - |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW | 3.5 kW |
| Controls and install | ||
| Phone app | - | No |
| Remote included | Yes | Yes |
| Sleeve and grille included | - | No |
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Warranty | 1 year parts, 7 years compressor | 5 years |