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Rooftop air conditioners compared
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Product Price Reviews Brand Model Description Manufacturer page User manual Popular brand Voltage V Noise level dB Weight lbs Weight kg Length in. Length mm Width in. Width mm Depth/Height in. Depth/Height mm Warranty Certifications summary Operating temp min ℉ Operating temp max ℉ App connectivity Refrigerant Max heat output (BTU/h) BTU/h Air flow m³/h Thermostat min ℉ Thermostat max ℉ Remote control included Low-voltage protection Year released Years on market Cooling capacity BTU/h Running current (cooling) A Startup current (LRA) A Built-in soft start Compressor type Air flow CFM Cooling area sq ft Roof opening size Roof thickness range Ducted or non-ducted Fan speeds speeds
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A 24 V heat-pump unit rated at 8,500 BTU/h cooling and 5,100 BTU/h heating, weighing 52.91 lbs and standing 7.36 in high. Its heat output is higher than the 3,400 BTU/h of the other 8,500 BTU/h units from this brand, and the listing includes a remote. With a 12-month warranty and a low price, it suits small 24 V setups.
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A 24 V non-ducted unit rated at 8,500 BTU/h cooling and 3,400 BTU/h heating, with R134a refrigerant. At 46.41 lbs and 5.51 in high, it is the lightest and thinnest unit in the table with listed dimensions, and one of the lowest priced. Capacity is at the low end and the warranty is 12 months, so it suits vans and small cabins on 24 V systems.
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A 24 V non-ducted heat pump rated at 8,900 BTU/h for both cooling and heating, so its heat output is high relative to other low-capacity DC units. It weighs 72.75 lbs, stands 7.52 in high and has a larger footprint than most 24 V models. The warranty is 12 months, and it suits vans and trucks on 24 V battery systems.
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ASA Electronics
ACM135
A 115 V rooftop unit rated at 13,500 BTU/h with three fan speeds, a metal base pan and a 14.25 x 14.25 in roof opening. It is cooling-only, with an optional plug-in heat strip available. With a 2-year warranty, it sits at the middle of the table for capacity and suits owners replacing a standard-vent unit.
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A 12 V heat-pump unit rated at 9,000 BTU/h cooling and 4,500 BTU/h heating, with low-voltage protection and a remote. It weighs 59.5 lbs and is about 7 in thick, and the listing cites 8 to 10 hours on a 200Ah lithium battery. Capacity is low, the warranty is 1 year, and it is a budget-priced option for vans and trucks.
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CAMPLUX ENJOY OUTDOOR LIFE
RAC150DW
A non-ducted heat pump unit with 15,000 BTU/h cooling and 12,000 BTU/h heating, using R32 refrigerant and a GREE compressor with remote control. At 43 dB it is the quietest unit in the table. Its 1-year warranty is shorter than the 2 years on several others. It suits buyers who want quiet running and heating at a moderate price.
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109 products

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Reviews
What owners say about the product in forums, reviews and videos, with sentiment summarized by AI. We try to exclude reviews that are obviously sponsored or biased. Each product's page has the details and sources. No reviews from Amazon are used due to Amazon rules; see our About page for more information on how we gather and use opinions and reviews from other sites.
Description
A short description of the product and how it compares to others in its category.
Manufacturer page
A link to the manufacturer's product page.
User manual
A link to the official user manual for this product, or a page on which the user manual can be found. Usually a PDF file.
Popular brand
Products with this designation are popular and well-known in their category.

Internals

Voltage (V)
Supplied voltage may vary by country. Check the product manual for confirmation. 120 V AC is standard in the US.
Noise level (dB)
The loudest noise the unit makes during normal operation, or in a quiet mode if one exists. Typically measures the noise generated by things like fans or motors, not alarms. Under 30 dB is about a whisper and suits a bedroom or tent.

Physical Attributes

Weight (lbs)
Item weight in pounds. May be rounded from actual weight.
Weight (kg)
Item weight in kilograms. May be rounded from actual weight.
Length (in.)
Item length in inches. When comparing products, note that measurements may not be consistently assigned. For example, "length" might just be whichever dimension is largest, regardless of the item's orientation when you use it. A different product might refer to length as a different side. Refer to product manuals and images if you are uncertain.
Length (mm)
Item length in millimeters. When comparing products, note that measurements may not be consistently assigned. For example, "length" might just be whichever dimension is largest, regardless of the item's orientation when you use it. A different product might refer to length as a different side. Refer to product manuals and images if you are uncertain.
Warranty
Manufacturer warranty information. Note that for some products, the warranty may only cover certain parts, or registration with the manufacturer may be required to activate or extend the warranty. Check warranty details before purchase.

Certifications

Certifications summary
Certifications held by this device.

Operating Temp Range

Operating temp min (℉)
Lowest air temperature at which the detector is rated to work. Electrochemical sensors slow down or stop in the cold, which matters in a vehicle in winter.
Operating temp max (℉)
Highest air temperature at which the detector is rated to work, relevant in a parked vehicle in summer.

Internals

App connectivity
How the product connects to the maker's phone app, most commonly Bluetooth and/or Wi-Fi. Bluetooth usually works with little to no setup. Wi-Fi lets you monitor or control the product remotely (if both the product and your phone are connected to the internet) and sometimes do things like install firmware updates. Other technologies might be used for app connectivity. Sometimes product specs just mention an app but don't say how it connects, so "Yes" might be all we know here; check with the manufacturer if it's important for your uses.
Refrigerant
Refrigerant gas used, such as R134a or R600a.

Core specs

Max heat output (BTU/h) (BTU/h)
Maximum heat output in BTU per hour, the unit US shoppers use to compare heaters. 1 kW is about 3,412 BTU/h.
Air flow (m³/h)
Volume of warm air the heater blows per hour. Higher air flow spreads heat faster through a larger space.

Controls

Thermostat min (℉)
Lowest temperature you can set on the thermostat.
Thermostat max (℉)
Highest temperature you can set on the thermostat.
Remote control included
Whether a handheld wireless remote is included.

Safety

Low-voltage protection
Whether the heater shuts down before draining the vehicle battery too low to start the engine.
Year released
The year this model first went on sale. Newer models may have the latest technology; established ones have been sold for years.
Years on market
How many years ago this model first went on sale (0 is this year).

Core specs

Cooling capacity (BTU/h)
How much heat the unit removes per hour at its rated condition. It is the main way to size an air conditioner to the length and insulation of your RV or van.

Power

Running current (cooling) (A)
Current drawn while cooling at rated output. It decides breaker, wire and generator size on 115V units, and battery drain on 12V units.
Startup current (LRA) (A)
Locked rotor amps: the brief current surge when the compressor starts. It decides whether a small generator or inverter can start the unit, and whether a soft-start kit is needed.
Built-in soft start
Whether the unit ramps the compressor up gently instead of drawing a big startup surge, so it can run on smaller generators, inverters or 30A shore power.

Internals

Compressor type
Kind of compressor, such as inverter/variable-speed scroll, rotary or dual-rotary. Variable-speed compressors are quieter and use less power at part load.

Core specs

Air flow (CFM)
Maximum volume of air the blower moves, in cubic feet per minute. More airflow spreads cool air further through a long RV.
Cooling area (sq ft)
The floor area the manufacturer says the unit can cool. A quick sizing guide alongside BTU.

Installation

Roof opening size
The roof cutout the unit mounts in, such as the standard 14.25 x 14.25 in. RV vent opening. A unit that fits your existing opening avoids cutting the roof.
Roof thickness range
The range of roof thicknesses the mounting bolts and ceiling unit can clamp, for example 2 to 5.5 in. Needed to check the unit fits your roof.
Ducted or non-ducted
Whether the unit blows air directly from a ceiling unit (non-ducted), feeds the RV's ceiling ducts (ducted), or supports both.

Controls

Fan speeds (speeds)
Number of fan speed settings.

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