The default big rooftop unit for a fifth wheel or motorhome that needs the most cooling a single 14 in opening can take.
Amazon $1,015.06The Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU is the better RV air conditioner overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU leads on value. The Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU costs $168.79 less ($1,015.06 vs $1,183.85).
The value pick among Coleman-Mach heat pumps for a fifth wheel or motorhome that wants a lower roofline.
Amazon $1,183.85Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU for value ($67.67 per 1,000 BTU ($1,015.06, 15,000 BTU) vs $78.92 per 1,000 BTU ($1,183.85, 15,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 14,000 BTU RV air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU | Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $67.67 per 1,000 BTU ($1,015.06, 15,000 BTU) | 48 $78.92 per 1,000 BTU ($1,183.85, 15,000 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 59 13.9 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU | 60 13.8 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU |
| Starting current 15% | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Coleman-Mach 15 15,000 BTU | Coleman-Mach 10 Heat Pump 15,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 15,000 BTU | 15,000 BTU |
| Heat | Heat strip | Heat pump |
| Running current | 13.9 A | 13.8 A |
| Soft start built in | No | No |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Install | ||
| Ceiling setup | Ducted or non-ducted | Ducted or non-ducted |
| Ceiling assembly included | No | No |
| Height above roof | 13.8 in | 11.8 in |
| Weight | 85 lb | 85 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
