Anyone have experience with these low cost MiniSplits

[dnwong]

I want to add some additional cool/heat for my office (too much equipment). I found there online. I have installed a Pioneer unit in my garage and was happy so far. But these are compelling compared to a portable unit.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/12000-BTU-...561196&hash=item3f6c84da62:g:f0YAAOSwLnBX9njj

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Everwell-N...m=163061687987&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

[PoorOwner]

I don't think I would go for it.

The SEER is not listed or 13 SEER, pretty horrible for a mini split.
does not say it is inverter.

pay for a little more and stick with pioneer, if you are putting in the work anyway.

Just my opinion..

 

[Trey T]

Might be good to know the heating capacity or else it's just a straight-cool system, but that may not be critical for the warmer climate folks (i.e. Texas, Cali, or FL).

The second one has decent SEER rating, better than a lot of the window units.

 

[Falcon67]

Inverter not much more

https://www.ebay.com/itm/16-SEER-12...eat-Pump-Mini-Split-1-TON-w-KIT-/331582455005

Also look here, look for 12000 BTU Wifi
http://www.auxusa.com/

Model # search leads to this one
https://www.ebay.com/itm/16-SEER-12...-1TON-W-KIT-/263591693268?hash=item3d5f4a0bd4

 

[chrispyny]

You have to draw a line somewhere. And with these completely no name brands, with odd seer ratings, and hidden undiscussed specs, etc, it’s just not worth trying to me.

I suggest you stick with excellent budget splits like Pioneer. No reason to go “bottom of the barrel”.

 

[OzarkMan]

Wow, the first unit says 10 seer. Thats really terrible for what it is. Junk. Most likely not inverter but basic window ac components made to look like a mini split.

 

[theoldwizard1]

I have been reading some positive comments on Gree.

 

[Trey T]

The same supply house carry Rheem and Bosch split systems carry Gree. I would say it’s reliable brand. HD carry them on their online store

 

[fastjohnny]

I have no complaints with the pioneer or Gree units I have installed. In fact, the head units and RCs look more modern than the Mitsubishi H2i units I have.

 

[OzarkMan]

Senville is a Good Chinese clone. Runs a Toshiba variable speed compressor as well. Have one running in the brutal AZ heat for two years with no issues from unit. Sits out in the sun all day. Keeps my office at 72º and doesn't even register on the power bill. Just incredible.


Indoor cassette:

IMG_8908 by https://www.flickr.com/photos/153164955@N06/, on Flickr

 

[aunsafe2015]

Senville is a Good Chinese clone. Runs a Toshiba variable speed compressor as well. Have one running in the brutal AZ heat for two years with no issues from unit. Sits out in the sun all day. Keeps my office at 72º and doesn't even register on the power bill. Just incredible.


Indoor cassette:

IMG_8908 by https://www.flickr.com/photos/153164955@N06/, on Flickr

I've heard people say the ceiling cassettes aren't very reliable. I take it that hasn't been your experience?

 

[OzarkMan]

Its true that there is an added condensate pump that could **** out. So far, I have not had any issues. I also do not use the motorized air deflector vanes but rather leave them at a set position. One less motor to fail there too.

 

[Acuratechva]

Aux has been around for a solid decade. 110 vs 220 was the deciding factor for me picking it up. If i end up upgrading one in garage i will get the 220 as the fuse box is right there.

Depending on how far you are from the fuse box running 220v will put you over a grand total, for someone who cant do self. Lower voltage partially the reason for lower Seer but simplicity of wiring and overall difference in energy consumption on such a small unit isnt going to be much.