KNOLET 12V 13500 BTU Split AC
#1 in 12V splitFull review
The largest 12 V claim here at a low price, on a 20 cc compressor, which is the reason to doubt 13,500 BTU.
Amazon $372.92$372.92
The KNOLET 12V 13500 BTU Split AC is the better parking air conditioner overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC wins on value. The COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC costs $55.64 less ($317.28 vs $372.92).
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COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC
#2 in 12V splitFull review
One of the cheapest 12,000 BTU units, with a low-voltage cutoff and almost no specs behind the claim.
Amazon $317.28$317.28
Which should you buy?
- Choose the COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC for value ($31.73 per 1,000 BTU ($317.28, 10,000 BTU credited of 12,000 claimed) vs $37.29 per 1,000 BTU ($372.92, 10,000 BTU credited of 13,500 claimed)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12V split parking air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | KNOLET 12V 13500 BTU Split AC | COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 66 $37.29 per 1,000 BTU ($372.92, 10,000 BTU credited of 13,500 claimed) | 80 $31.73 per 1,000 BTU ($317.28, 10,000 BTU credited of 12,000 claimed) |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 input power not published (neutral score used) | 50 input power not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 15% | 76 46 dB listed for the indoor unit | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 50 2 of 4: inverter compressor, low-voltage cutoff | 25 1 of 4: low-voltage cutoff |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| KNOLET 12V 13500 BTU Split AC | COOLIGO 12V 12000 BTU Split AC | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Claimed cooling | 13,500 BTU | 12,000 BTU |
| Supply voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Build | ||
| Layout | Split, two units | Split, two units |
| Compressor | 20 cc | - |
| Inverter compressor | Yes | - |
| Ships charged with refrigerant | No | - |
| Controls, noise and warranty | ||
| Low-voltage cutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Indoor noise | 46 dB | - |