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
The Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K is the better RV air conditioner overall, rated 3.7 to 2.6. The Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K leads on warranty, efficiency and value. The Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K costs $237.04 less ($997.95 vs $1,234.99).
Dometic FreshJet 5 13,500 BTU
For owners replacing a Penguin II or anyone who needs a low roof profile; it is the current R-32 low-profile 13,500 BTU unit from Dometic.
Amazon $1,234.99$1,234.99
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 Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty), efficiency (11.5 A running, 0.8 A per 1,000 BTU vs 15.6 A running, 1.2 A per 1,000 BTU) and value ($73.92 per 1,000 BTU ($997.95, 13,500 BTU) vs $91.48 per 1,000 BTU ($1,234.99, 13,500 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 | Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K | Dometic FreshJet 5 13,500 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 75 $73.92 per 1,000 BTU ($997.95, 13,500 BTU) | 50 $91.48 per 1,000 BTU ($1,234.99, 13,500 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 72 11.5 A running, 0.8 A per 1,000 BTU | 17 15.6 A running, 1.2 A per 1,000 BTU |
| Starting current 15% | 50 starting current not published (neutral score used) | 33 57 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
| Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K | Dometic FreshJet 5 13,500 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 13,500 BTU | 13,500 BTU |
| Heat | Heat pump | Heat strip |
| Running current | 11.5 A | 15.6 A |
| Starting current | - | 57 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 | 10 in | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 89.4 lb | 93 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | - | No |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Noise | - | 59 dBA |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025 |