Coleman-Mach 8 Cub Plus 9,200 BTU
For small trailers and campers on limited power that still want a full rooftop unit with Coleman-Mach support.
Amazon $1,174.99 Camping World $1,108.97$1,108.97
2.8/5
For small trailers and vans on 15 A or generator power that want a low profile; it trades capacity for a lower current draw.
- 11,000 BTUCooling
- 10.8 ARunning current
- 55 AStarting current
- Heat stripHeat
Check price at Camping World$1,294.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Older model: this replaces the Dometic Penguin II High Efficiency (rated 2.8). See every Dometic FreshJet 5 generation.
Pros
- Lowest running current in the FreshJet 5 line, easier on a small generator or a 15 A circuit
- Fits a 10.5 in profile, a direct swap for a Penguin II High Efficiency
- Built-in hard start helps it start when other loads are running
Cons
- Only about 11,000 BTU for the weight of a 13,500 BTU unit
- Needs a separately bought ceiling assembly or controls
- One-year limited warranty in the current manual
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 (this one) | 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 | 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 | FJX5357MHE |
|---|---|
| Cooling and power | |
| Cooling capacity | 11,000 BTU |
| Heat | Heat strip |
| Running current | 10.8 A |
| Starting current | 55 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 | 93 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No |
| Noise and warranty | |
| Noise | 59 dBA |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Released | 2025 |
Alternatives in this size
RecPro 9.5K Low Profile RP-AC2801
A small, light low-profile unit for teardrops, vans and small trailers where weight and height matter more than cost.
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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.
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