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Type
Dual-Hose Portable A/C
Compressor Technology
Inverter
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
10,000 BTU/hr
Heat Mode
No
Tested Capacity
7,462 BTU/hr (2,188 W)
Type
Dual-Hose Portable A/C
Compressor Technology
Inverter
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
10,000 BTU/hr
Heat Mode
No
Tested Capacity
6,691 BTU/hr (1,962 W)
Our Verdict
Whynter NEX ARC-1030WN
Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL
The Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL and Whynter NEX ARC-1030WN are effectively the same unit, unsurprisingly given that Whynter is a Midea subsidiary. Both deliver an approximate real-world cooling capacity of 7,500 BTU/hr while producing similar noise and consuming similar power. As a result, if either unit is a good fit for your living situation, choose the one available at a lower price.
Variants
- ARC-1030WN (White)
- MAP12S1TBL (Black)
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ARC-1030WN
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MAP12S1TBL
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ARC-1030WN
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MAP12S1TBL
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Main Differences for
Large Room
Large Room
Threshold
Large Room
7.7
8.3
Capacity
7.5
8.3
Full Comparison
Design
Size
5.6
5.7
Dimensions Photo
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Height
83 cm (32.7")
82 cm (32.4")
Width
47 cm (18.5")
48 cm (18.7")
Depth
47 cm (18.5")
47 cm (18.3")
Body
Front Picture
Back Picture
Type
Dual-Hose Portable A/C
Dual-Hose Portable A/C
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Weight
33 kg (73 lbs)
34 kg (74 lbs)
Power Cord Length
1.8 m (5.9 ft)
1.8 m (5.9 ft)
Performance
Capacity
7.5
8.3
Cooling Capacity @ 100% Thermal Load
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Advertised Coverage
500 ft² (46 m²)
550 ft² (51 m²)
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
10,000 BTU/hr
10,000 BTU/hr
Time To Cool From 28°C To 21°C
39 min (0.65 hrs)
Sensible Energy Exchanged
4,615 BTU (1,353 Wh)
Latent Energy Exchanged
235 BTU (69 Wh)
Tested Capacity
7,462 BTU/hr (2,188 W)
6,691 BTU/hr (1,962 W)
Efficiency When Cooling
6.6
7.4
Consumption @ 100% Thermal Load
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Electrical Energy Consumed
738 Wh (2,517 BTU)
585 Wh (1,995 BTU)
Sensible Energy Exchanged
4,850 BTU (1,422 Wh)
3,346 BTU (981 Wh)
Energy Efficiency Ratio
6.6
5.7
Efficiency When Maintaining Temperature
7.4
7.6
Consumption @ 35% Thermal Load
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Electrical Energy Consumed
347 Wh (1,183 BTU)
210 Wh (716 BTU)
Sensible Energy Exchanged
1,757 BTU (515 Wh)
1,281 BTU (376 Wh)
Energy Efficiency Ratio
5.1
6.1
Temperature Stability
9.4
9.6
Temperature Stability Around The Setpoint
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Temperature Delta
0.1 °C (0.2 °F)
0.1 °C (0.2 °F)
Humidity Stability
8.7
9.4
Humidity Stability Over Time
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Humidity Delta
0.5%pt.
0.4%pt.
Inside Noise
8.5
8.6
Inside Noise @ High
Compressor On @ Max Setting
60.1dBA
60.0dBA
Compressor Off @ Max Fan Speed
57.2dBA
57.4dBA
Inside Noise @ Low
Compressor On @ Min. Setting
50.6dBA
50.4dBA
Compressor Off @ Min. Fan Speed
39.1dBA
36.4dBA
Environmental Impact and Features
Environmental Impact
Refrigerant
R32
R32
Global Warming Potential (GWP)
675
675
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
0
0
Features
Controls Picture
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Compressor Technology
Inverter
Inverter
Thermostat Type
Digital
Digital
Dehumidification Mode
Yes
Yes
Heat Mode
No
No
Remote Control
Yes
Yes
Smart App
Yes
Yes
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ARC-1030WN
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Black
MAP12S1TBL
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ARC-1030WN
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Black
MAP12S1TBL
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ARC-1030WN
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MAP12S1TBL
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ARC-1030WN
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MAP12S1TBL
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MAP12S1TBL
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Midea
Whynter NEX ARC-1030WN
Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL
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