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The Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT AC unit is a super quiet window air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU that cools down a room of 550 sq ft in about 1 hour. The unit also has four operational modes, but its unconventional installation process may be complex for some.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
First announced in 2022, the Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT Air Conditioner is a mid-tier AC unit with a cooling capacity of 12,000 British Thermal Units. Designed to serve an area of about 550 sq ft, the unit also allows for flexible window opening and closure as a result of its U-shape, and with a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of 15, the unit’s power efficiency isn’t that far from what the best air conditioners have to offer.
Its support for WiFi connectivity allows more convenient operation through an app, and it also ships with a remote for those who find using that easier. The unit is also Energy Star Rated, and with a noise output of only 50.6 dB at its lowest, it isn’t likely to cause much disruption.
The Midea U-shaped MAW12V1QWT air conditioner boasts a U-shaped design, which allows easy window opening and closing. Unfortunately, its 59-pound weight is heavy when installed in a window. The AC unit has a noise output of 50.6 dB, which places it among the top 20% of air conditioners with the lowest noise output.
The unit cools down a room fairly quickly, regulating the temperature down to 12.4 degrees in about 1 hour. While its ability to cool down a room is above average, the unit’s power efficiency will help keep your electricity costs down. WiFi connectivity allows users to link it to their smartphone or smart home to facilitate voice control. The Energy Star Certified AC has an air throw of up to 20 ft that efficiently distributes air in a 550 sq ft space. Check out our Midea U-shaped MAW08V1QWT review for cooling smaller 350 sq ft rooms.
ReasonS to Buy
Cooling Capacity
The Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT air conditioner has a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU. As a result, it is able to cool down a 550 sq ft room down to 12.4 degrees in about 1 hour.
The Midea MAW12V1QWT has a low noise output of only 50.6 dB, placing it among the top 20% of quietest air conditioners on our certified, tested list.
User-friendly controls & Smart features
The MAW12V1QWT is super convenient to use thanks to its WiFi connectivity, which allows users to connect it to their smartphone and run it through an app.
The app also supports voice control and the unit ships with a remote for added convenience.
Reason to Avoid
Hard to install
The MAW12V1QWT takes slightly longer to install because of its U-shaped design and 59-pound weight.
Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT Specs
Airflow Rate
277 CFM
App Compatible
Yes
Auto Shut-Off
n/a
BTU Cooling Rating
12,000 BTU
Cord Length
6.5 ft
Depth
19.17"
Energy Efficiency Ratio
15
Energy Star Certified
Yes
Form Factor
Window
Height
13.26"
Integrated Heater
No
Max Window Opening Height
–
Max Window Opening Width
36", n/a
Min Window Opening Height
13.75"
Min Window Opening Width
22"
Number Of Cool Settings
4
Number of Fan Speeds
4
Recommended Room Size
550 sq ft
Remote Control
No
Sleep Mode
Yes
Timer
Yes
Weight
58.86 lbs
Width
21.9"
Wireless Connectivity
Voice Assistant, Wi-Fi
All Specs
Test Results
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Cooling Speed (minutes per degree)
0
Operating Noise (dB)
50.6
Power Draw (kWh)
0
Wind Speed (mph)
0
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First announced in 2022, the Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT Air Conditioner is a mid-tier AC unit with a cooling capacity of 12,000 British Thermal Units. Designed…
First announced in 2022, the Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT Air Conditioner is a mid-tier AC unit with a cooling capacity of 12,000 British Thermal Units. Designed to serve an area of about 550 sq ft, the unit also allows for flexible window opening and closure as a result of its U-shape, and with a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of 15, the unit’s power efficiency isn’t that far from what the best air conditioners have to offer.
Its support for WiFi connectivity allows more convenient operation through an app, and it also ships with a remote for those who find using that easier. The unit is also Energy Star Rated, and with a noise output of only 50.6 dB at its lowest, it isn’t likely to cause much disruption.
The Midea MAW12V1QWT and Midea U-shaped MAW08V1QWT both look very similar, but the MAW12V1QWT has a higher cooling capacity, making it more ideal for users…
The Midea MAW12V1QWT and Midea U-shaped MAW08V1QWT both look very similar, but the MAW12V1QWT has a higher cooling capacity, making it more ideal for users who have a slightly larger working space. Because of its higher cooling ability, the MAW12V1QWT is slightly more expensive, but the two are pretty much the same regarding features.
The Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT is a lot more convenient to operate compared to the GE AHEC065AC, as the Midea AC is WiFi compatible, which means…
The Midea U-Shaped MAW12V1QWT is a lot more convenient to operate compared to the GE AHEC065AC, as the Midea AC is WiFi compatible, which means it can be operated from a smart app, unlike the GE A/c unit. The Midea Ac also has a higher cooling capacity, allowing it to serve a larger room space, and its Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio is also higher, making it more power efficient, despite its higher cost. If you’re looking for one of the quietest ACs on the market, then check out our GE Profile ClearView AHTT06BC review.
The Midea U-shaped MAW12V1QWT is much quieter than the Frigidaire FHWC124B1 window air conditioner. The Midea AC unit also offers WiFi control, which the Frigidaire…
The Midea U-shaped MAW12V1QWT is much quieter than the Frigidaire FHWC124B1 window air conditioner. The Midea AC unit also offers WiFi control, which the Frigidaire AC does not, and courtesy of the Midea AC’s U-shape, owners will be able to install it onto a window without significantly limiting how far owners will be able to open or close it. However, the more affordable Frigidaire AC severely limits how far owners can open or close it, a predicament it shares with the Hisense 1000 BTU AC, which we’ve covered in our Hisense 1000 BTU Window AC review.
