Senville Aura 24,000 BTU
#4 in 24,000 BTUFull review
A cold-climate unit sold online by Senville that keeps most of its rated heat at 5 °F and heats to −22 °F. Parts cover is 5 years, half the compressor’s 10.
Senville $1,799.99$1,799.99
The Senville Aura 24,000 BTU is the better mini-split overall, rated 4.3 to 2.9. The Senville Aura 24,000 BTU leads on cold weather, efficiency and warranty. The Senville Leto 24,000 BTU costs $550 less ($1,249.99 vs $1,799.99).
Senville Leto 24,000 BTU
#19 in 24,000 BTUFull review
Senville’s budget line, for cooling and mild winters: it stops heating below 5 °F, and the 5-year warranty needs a licensed installer.
Senville $1,249.99$1,249.99
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 Senville Aura 24,000 BTU for cold weather (keeps 83% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to -22 °F vs keeps 71% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to 5 °F), efficiency (13.5 HSPF2, 21 SEER2, COP 2.34 at 5 °F vs 9.3 HSPF2, 18.7 SEER2, COP 2.14 at 5 °F) and warranty (10-year compressor, 5-year parts vs 5-year compressor, 5-year parts).
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 | Senville Aura 24,000 BTU | Senville Leto 24,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Cold weather 40% | 80 keeps 83% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to -22 °F | 25 keeps 71% of its heat at 5 °F, heats down to 5 °F |
| Efficiency 30% | 85 13.5 HSPF2, 21 SEER2, COP 2.34 at 5 °F | 43 9.3 HSPF2, 18.7 SEER2, COP 2.14 at 5 °F |
| Warranty 20% | 87 10-year compressor, 5-year parts | 49 5-year compressor, 5-year parts |
| Noise 10% | 50 indoor noise not published (neutral score used) | 62 indoor unit from 27 dB(A) |
Specifications
| Senville Aura 24,000 BTU | Senville Leto 24,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (certified) | ||
| Size (nominal) | 24,000 BTU | 24,000 BTU |
| Cooling at 95 °F | 24,000 Btu/h | 24,000 Btu/h |
| Heating at 47 °F | 29,000 Btu/h | 24,000 Btu/h |
| Heating at 17 °F (max) | 23,200 Btu/h | 20,800 Btu/h |
| Heating at 5 °F (max) | 24,200 Btu/h | 17,000 Btu/h |
| Heat kept at 5 °F | 83% | 71% |
| Price per 1,000 Btu/h at 5 °F | $74 | $74 |
| Efficiency (certified) | ||
| HSPF2 (Region IV) | 13.5 | 9.3 |
| SEER2 | 21 | 18.7 |
| EER2 | 13 | 10 |
| COP at 5 °F | 2.34 | 2.14 |
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR Cold Climate | ENERGY STAR Cold Climate |
| AHRI certificate | 215735298 | 215735291 |
| Operating range | ||
| Heats down to | -22 °F | 5 °F |
| Installation | ||
| Installed by | Professional (sold through installers) | Professional (sold through installers) |
| Line set connection | Flare fittings (vacuum pump needed) | Flare fittings (vacuum pump needed) |
| Line set | up to 164 ft | up to 164 ft |
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Refrigerant | R-454B | R-454B |
| Indoor unit | SENA-24HF-IGG | SENL-24CD-ILL |
| Outdoor unit | SENA-24HF-OG | SENL-24CD-OL |
| Build | ||
| Indoor noise | - | 27–54 dB(A) |
| Outdoor noise | - | 59.5 dB(A) |
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| Room size (maker) | - | up to 1,250 sq ft |
| Weight | - | indoor 30.6 lb / outdoor 94.6 lb |
| Warranty | 10 yr compressor, 5 yr parts | 5 yr compressor, 5 yr parts |
| Warranty with DIY install | No, a licensed installer is required | No, a licensed installer is required |