Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU
For small trailers and campers on limited power that still want a full rooftop unit with Coleman-Mach support.
Amazon $1,174.99 Camping World $1,108.97$1,108.97
The Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU is the better RV air conditioner overall, rated 3.2 to 2.8. The Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU leads on warranty. The Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU costs $186.02 less ($1,108.97 vs $1,294.99).
Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency
For small trailers and vans on 15 A or generator power that want a low profile; it trades capacity for a lower current draw.
Camping World $1,294.99$1,294.99
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 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 12,000 BTU RV air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU | Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $120.54 per 1,000 BTU ($1,108.97, 9,200 BTU) | 45 $117.73 per 1,000 BTU ($1,294.99, 11,000 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 51 8.9 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU | 49 10.8 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU |
| Starting current 15% | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) | 36 55 A to start |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) | 80 59 dBA rated inside |
| Warranty 25% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU | Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 9,200 BTU | 11,000 BTU |
| Heat | Heat strip | Heat strip |
| Running current | 8.9 A | 10.8 A |
| Starting current | - | 55 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 | 8.2 in | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 87 lb | 93 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Noise | - | 59 dBA |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025 |