Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU
A low cost 13,500 BTU replacement for a travel trailer or one zone of a larger RV, from the brand with the widest service network.
Amazon $852.29$852.29
The Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU is the better RV air conditioner overall, rated 3.7 to 3.7. The Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU leads on value. The Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K wins on efficiency. The Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU costs $145.66 less ($852.29 vs $997.95).
Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K
A low profile heat pump unit for rigs that need roof height clearance and some electric heat, at a sale price under $1,000.
Nomadic Supply $997.95 Camping World $1,319$997.95
Prices 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 3 Plus 13,500 BTU for value ($63.13 per 1,000 BTU ($852.29, 13,500 BTU) vs $73.92 per 1,000 BTU ($997.95, 13,500 BTU)).
- Choose the Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K for efficiency (11.5 A running, 0.8 A per 1,000 BTU vs 12.8 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12,000 to 14,000 BTU RV air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU | Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $63.13 per 1,000 BTU ($852.29, 13,500 BTU) | 75 $73.92 per 1,000 BTU ($997.95, 13,500 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 55 12.8 A running, 0.9 A per 1,000 BTU | 72 11.5 A running, 0.8 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 3 Plus 13,500 BTU | Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 13,500 BTU | 13,500 BTU |
| Heat | Heat strip | Heat pump |
| Running current | 12.8 A | 11.5 A |
| Soft start built in | 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 | 10 in |
| Weight | 79.5 lb | 89.4 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No | - |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |