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 $1,019The Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump is the better PTAC unit overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump leads on value and efficiency. The Amana PTH 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump wins on features. The Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump costs $430 less ($1,019 vs $1,449).
A quieter, more efficient Amana for owners happy to run it from a wall thermostat or phone. It costs well above the budget brands.
Amazon $1,449Prices 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 Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump for value ($69.32 per 1,000 BTU ($1,019, 14,700 BTU) vs $99.25 per 1,000 BTU ($1,449, 14,600 BTU)) and efficiency (10.6 EER, 10.5% above the 9.6 federal minimum vs 10.4 EER, 8.1% above the 9.6 federal minimum).
- Choose the Amana PTH 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump for features (phone app vs remote).
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 | Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | Amana PTH 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $69.32 per 1,000 BTU ($1,019, 14,700 BTU) | 27 $99.25 per 1,000 BTU ($1,449, 14,600 BTU) |
| Efficiency 25% | 55 10.6 EER, 10.5% above the 9.6 federal minimum | 31 10.4 EER, 8.1% above the 9.6 federal minimum |
| Heating 15% | 60 heat pump, COP not published | 67 heat pump, 3.1 COP |
| Features 10% | 30 remote | 40 phone app |
| Warranty 20% | 30 5-year warranty, parts coverage not stated, scored as 1 year | 30 1-year parts, 5-year compressor or sealed system |
Specifications
| Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | Amana PTH 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling at 230V | 14,700 BTU | 14,600 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | 14,500 BTU | 14,400 BTU |
| EER | 10.6 | 10.4 |
| Federal minimum EER | 9.6 | 9.6 |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Heating | ||
| Heat type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 13,500 BTU | 14,300 BTU |
| Heat pump COP | - | 3.1 |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW | 3.5 kW |
| Controls and install | ||
| Phone app | No | Yes |
| Remote included | Yes | No |
| Sleeve and grille included | No | No |
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Weight | - | 113 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year parts, 5 years compressor |
