Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency Discontinued
For a small trailer or van on limited power that wants a low profile at the lowest price, while stock lasts.
Amazon $899$899
The Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency and the Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency are evenly matched, rated 2.8 and 2.8. The Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency leads on value. The Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency wins on efficiency. The Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency costs $395.99 less ($899 vs $1,294.99).
Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency
For small trailers and vans on 15 A or generator power that want a low profile; it trades capacity for a lower current draw.
Camping World $1,294.99$1,294.99
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 Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency for value ($81.73 per 1,000 BTU ($899, 11,000 BTU) vs $117.73 per 1,000 BTU ($1,294.99, 11,000 BTU)).
- Choose the Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency for efficiency (10.8 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU vs 14.1 A running, 1.3 A per 1,000 BTU).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 12,000 BTU RV air conditioner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency | Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $81.73 per 1,000 BTU ($899, 11,000 BTU) | 45 $117.73 per 1,000 BTU ($1,294.99, 11,000 BTU) |
| Efficiency 20% | 0 14.1 A running, 1.3 A per 1,000 BTU | 49 10.8 A running, 1 A per 1,000 BTU |
| Starting current 15% | 40 53 A to start | 36 55 A to start |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise rating not published (neutral score used) | 80 59 dBA rated inside |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency | Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling and power | ||
| Cooling capacity | 11,000 BTU | 11,000 BTU |
| Heat | No | Heat strip |
| Running current | 14.1 A | 10.8 A |
| Starting current | 53 A | 55 A |
| Soft start built in | - | No |
| Inverter compressor | - | No |
| Install | ||
| Ceiling setup | Ducted or non-ducted | Ducted or non-ducted |
| Ceiling assembly included | No | No |
| Height above roof | 10.4 in | 10.5 in |
| Weight | - | 93 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | - | No |
| Noise and warranty | ||
| Noise | - | 59 dBA |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025 |