Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC
The best-covered budget heat pump PTAC, with WiFi and a remote included. Efficiency is ordinary, but the five year parts warranty sets it apart.
Amazon $864.97$864.97
The Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC is the better PTAC unit overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC leads on features. The Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC costs $34.03 less ($864.97 vs $899).
Klimaire 9,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump
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 $899$899
Prices 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 Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC for features (phone app, remote vs remote).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 7,000 to 9,000 BTU PTAC unit; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC | Klimaire 9,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 88 $93.01 per 1,000 BTU ($864.97, 9,300 BTU) | 83 $96.67 per 1,000 BTU ($899, 9,300 BTU) |
| Efficiency 25% | 11 11.4 EER, 1.7% above the 11.2 federal minimum | 11 11.4 EER, 1.7% above the 11.2 federal minimum |
| Heating 15% | 87 heat pump, 3.4 COP | 60 heat pump, COP not published |
| Features 10% | 70 phone app, remote | 30 remote |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year parts, 7-year compressor or sealed system | 30 5-year warranty, parts coverage not stated, scored as 1 year |
Specifications
| Cooper & Hunter PTW 9,000 BTU PTAC | Klimaire 9,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling at 230V | 9,300 BTU | 9,300 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | 9,200 BTU | 9,200 BTU |
| EER | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Federal minimum EER | 11.2 | 11.2 |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Heating | ||
| Heat type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 8,100 BTU | 8,100 BTU |
| Heat pump COP | 3.4 | - |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW | 3.5 kW |
| Controls and install | ||
| Phone app | Yes | No |
| Remote included | Yes | Yes |
| Sleeve and grille included | No | No |
| Indoor noise, high fan | 50 dB(A) | - |
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Weight | 99.2 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years parts, 7 years compressor | 5 years |