Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU
#3 in 24,000 BTUFull review
Fujitsu’s cold-climate line, with more than its rated heat at 5 °F and very high certified efficiency, for homes heating through a cold winter.
The Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU is the better mini-split overall, rated 4.5 to 4.0. The Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU leads on efficiency and noise.
Della Optima Pro CloudAir 24,000 BTU 230V
#7 in 24,000 BTUFull review
The best value for heating through a cold winter, if you can pull a vacuum yourself or pay someone to. It holds its full rated heat at 5 °F for far less than a quick-connect unit that does the same.
Amazon $2,249.96 Della $2,249.96$2,249.96
Prices were last checked October 21, 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 Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU for efficiency (11.9 HSPF2, 24 SEER2, COP 2.06 at 5 °F vs 10 HSPF2, 22.5 SEER2, COP 1.80 at 5 °F) and noise (indoor unit from 30 dB(A) vs indoor unit from 32 dB(A)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 24,000 BTU mini-split; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU | Della Optima Pro CloudAir 24,000 BTU 230V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Cold weather 40% | 90 keeps 102% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to -15 °F | 92 keeps 93% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to -22 °F |
| Efficiency 30% | 85 11.9 HSPF2, 24 SEER2, COP 2.06 at 5 °F | 54 10 HSPF2, 22.5 SEER2, COP 1.80 at 5 °F |
| Warranty 20% | 100 10-year compressor, 10-year parts | 70 lifetime parts once registered, no compressor term stated |
| Noise 10% | 48 indoor unit from 30 dB(A) | 38 indoor unit from 32 dB(A) |
Specifications
| Fujitsu Orion XLTH 24,000 BTU | Della Optima Pro CloudAir 24,000 BTU 230V | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (certified) | ||
| Size (nominal) | 24,000 BTU | 24,000 BTU |
| Cooling at 95 °F | 22,000 Btu/h | 24,000 Btu/h |
| Heating at 47 °F | 25,200 Btu/h | 24,000 Btu/h |
| Heating at 17 °F (max) | 28,900 Btu/h | 24,000 Btu/h |
| Heating at 5 °F (max) | 25,800 Btu/h | 22,400 Btu/h |
| Heat kept at 5 °F | 102% | 93% |
| Price per 1,000 Btu/h at 5 °F | - | $100 |
| Efficiency (certified) | ||
| HSPF2 (Region IV) | 11.9 | 10 |
| SEER2 | 24 | 22.5 |
| EER2 | 12.5 | 11.7 |
| COP at 5 °F | 2.06 | 1.80 |
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR Cold Climate | ENERGY STAR Cold Climate |
| AHRI certificate | 215647924 | 218471005 |
| Operating range | ||
| Heats down to | -15 °F | -22 °F |
| Cooling range | 14 to 122 °F | 5 to 131 °F |
| Installation | ||
| Installed by | Professional (sold through installers) | Sold for self-install (DIY) |
| Line set connection | Flare fittings (vacuum pump needed) | Flare fittings (vacuum pump needed) |
| Line set | up to 164 ft | 16.4 ft included, up to 65 ft |
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-454B |
| Indoor unit | ASUH24KZAS | 048-TPH-24K2V-C-IN |
| Outdoor unit | AOUH24KZAH1 | 048-TPH-24K2V-23S-OUT |
| Build | ||
| Indoor noise | 30–47 dB(A) | 32–49 dB(A) |
| Outdoor noise | 51 dB(A) | 61 dB(A) |
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| Room size (maker) | - | up to 1,500 sq ft |
| Weight | indoor 36 lb / outdoor 117 lb | indoor 30.9 lb / outdoor 108 lb |
| Warranty | 10 yr compressor, 10 yr parts | lifetime parts (registered) |
| Warranty with DIY install | No, a licensed installer is required | Yes |
| Released | - | 2026-05 |