Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU vs Dometic FreshJet 5 15K Heat Pump

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU is the better RV air conditioner overall, rated 2.6 to 2.5. The Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU leads on value. The Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU costs $284.20 less ($1,329.99 vs $1,614.19).

Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU vs Dometic FreshJet 5 15K Heat Pump

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?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 14,000 BTU RV air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightDometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTUDometic FreshJet 5 15K Heat Pump
Overall rating2.6/52.5/5
Value 30%35 $88.67 per 1,000 BTU ($1,329.99, 15,000 BTU)12 $107.61 per 1,000 BTU ($1,614.19, 15,000 BTU)
Efficiency 20%44 15.1 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU41 15.4 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU
Starting current 15%33 57 A to start50 starting current not published (neutral score used)
Noise 10%80 59 dBA rated inside80 59 dBA rated inside
Warranty 25%0 1-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTUDometic FreshJet 5 15K Heat Pump
Cooling and power
Cooling capacity15,000 BTU15,000 BTU
HeatHeat stripHeat pump, 9,000 BTU
Running current15.1 A15.4 A
Starting current57 A-
Soft start built inNoNo
Inverter compressorNoNo
Install
Ceiling setupDucted or non-ductedDucted or non-ducted
Ceiling assembly includedNoNo
Height above roof10.5 in10.5 in
Weight95 lb95 lb
App or remote monitoringNoNo
Noise and warranty
Noise59 dBA59 dBA
Warranty1 year1 year
Released20252025

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