The cheapest way into a standard sleeve, for a room that mostly needs cooling. The one year warranty and strip heat make it a short-term buy.
Amazon $829.97
A low-priced heat pump PTAC with a remote for a straight swap into an existing sleeve. Expect basic efficiency and check the warranty terms with the seller.
- 12,000 BTUCooling
- 10.5EER
- Heat pumpHeat
- 5 yearsWarranty
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- One of the lowest prices per BTU for a heat pump PTAC
- Remote and drain kit come in the box
- Fits a standard 42 by 16 inch sleeve, so it replaces most major brands
- WiFi needs an add-on module
- Klimaire does not publish the heat pump COP, so heating efficiency is unknown
- Warranty terms are vague; the listings give years but not what is covered
The Klimaire PTHP KC family
Every Klimaire PTHP KC model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Cooling | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klimaire 9,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | 9,300 BTU | 3.1/5 | $899 |
| Klimaire 12,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump (this one) | 12,000 BTU | 3.1/5 | $929 |
| Klimaire 15,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump | 14,700 BTU | 3.4/5 | $1,019 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PTHP12H352-KC |
|---|---|
| Cooling | |
| Cooling at 230V | 12,000 BTU |
| Cooling at 208V | 11,800 BTU |
| EER | 10.5 |
| Federal minimum EER | 10.4 |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Heating | |
| Heat type | Heat pump |
| Heat pump heating | 10,800 BTU |
| Electric heater | 3.5 kW |
| Controls and install | |
| Phone app | No |
| Remote included | Yes |
| Sleeve and grille included | No |
| Voltage | 208/230 V |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this size
A quieter, more efficient Amana for owners happy to run it from a wall thermostat or phone. It costs well above the budget brands.
Amazon $1,420A plain heat pump PTAC for replacing an old unit in a standard sleeve. It heats cheaply, but has no remote or app and short full coverage.
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