Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC
#4 in 12,000 BTUFull review
A complete kit from a long-standing PTAC maker for a new wall opening. It costs the most, but the sleeve, grille and two year full cover are included.
Amazon $1,589$1,589
The Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC rates 3.3 among 12,000 BTU PTAC units; the Friedrich ZoneAire 15,000 BTU PTAC rates 2.7 among 15,000 BTU ones. The Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC costs $20 less ($1,589 vs $1,609).
Friedrich ZoneAire 15,000 BTU PTAC
#9 in 15,000 BTUFull review
A complete kit from a long-standing PTAC maker for a new wall opening. It costs the most, but the sleeve, grille and two year full cover are included.
Amazon $1,609$1,609
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (12,000 BTU and 15,000 BTU), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC | Friedrich ZoneAire 15,000 BTU PTAC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 17 $131.32 per 1,000 BTU ($1,589, 12,100 BTU) | 12 $110.21 per 1,000 BTU ($1,609, 14,600 BTU) |
| Efficiency 25% | 79 11.6 EER, 11.9% above the 10.4 federal minimum | 31 10.4 EER, 8.1% above the 9.6 federal minimum |
| Heating 15% | 87 heat pump, 3.4 COP | 67 heat pump, 3.1 COP |
| Features 10% | 15 sleeve and grille included | 15 sleeve and grille included |
| Warranty 20% | 55 2-year parts, 5-year compressor or sealed system | 55 2-year parts, 5-year compressor or sealed system |
Specifications
| Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC | Friedrich ZoneAire 15,000 BTU PTAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling at 230V | 12,100 BTU | 14,600 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | 11,900 BTU | 14,200 BTU |
| EER | 11.6 | 10.4 |
| Federal minimum EER | 10.4 | 9.6 |
| Inverter compressor | No | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Heating | ||
| Heat type | Heat pump | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 10,900 BTU | 13,800 BTU |
| Heat pump COP | 3.4 | 3.1 |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW | 5 kW |
| Controls and install | ||
| Sleeve and grille included | Yes | Yes |
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Weight | 119 lb | 120 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years parts, 5 years compressor | 2 years parts, 5 years compressor |