Dometic FreshJet 3 15,000 BTU
#18 in Over 14,000 BTUFull review
A light, low-cost 15,000 BTU replacement for a Brisk II or another standard-profile unit when roof height is not a concern.
Amazon $1,008.05$1,008.05
2.5/5
For low-profile roofs where the owner wants shoulder-season heat without running the furnace.
- 15,000 BTUCooling
- 15.4 ARunning current
- Heat pump, 9,000 BTUHeat
Check price at Amazon$1,614.19
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Part of the Dometic FreshJet 5 line: See every Dometic FreshJet 5 generation.
Pros
- Heats with the heat pump in cool weather, saving propane
- Fits a 10.5 in low profile
- Built-in hard start helps it start when other loads are running
Cons
- Needs a separately bought ADB
- Dometic does not publish its starting current
- Costs about $300 more than the cool only 15K
The Dometic FreshJet 5 family
Every Dometic FreshJet 5 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Cooling | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dometic FreshJet 5 High Efficiency | 11,000 BTU | 2.8/5 | $1,294.99 |
| Dometic FreshJet 5 13,500 BTU | 13,500 BTU | 2.6/5 | $1,234.99 |
| Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU | 15,000 BTU | 2.6/5 | $1,329.99 |
| Dometic FreshJet 5 15K Heat Pump (this one) | 15,000 BTU | 2.5/5 | $1,614.19 |
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 | FJX5557MHP |
|---|---|
| Cooling and power | |
| Cooling capacity | 15,000 BTU |
| Heat | Heat pump, 9,000 BTU |
| Running current | 15.4 A |
| Soft start built in | No |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Install | |
| Ceiling setup | Ducted or non-ducted |
| Ceiling assembly included | No |
| Height above roof | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 95 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No |
| Noise and warranty | |
| Noise | 59 dBA |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Released | 2025 |
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Dometic FreshJet 5 15,000 BTU
#19 in Over 14,000 BTUFull review
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Dometic Brisk II 15,000 BTU
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