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Midea

Midea MAW24S2YWT-S

window air conditioner · 24,000 BTU cooling · fits ~1,500 sq ft

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A window AC rated 24,000 BTU — enough cooling for a room of up to about 1,500 square feet (ENERGY STAR's room AC sizing chart).

Cools up to 1,500 sq ft Needs a 230V circuit Fits windows 28–40.5" wide CEER 13.3 · excellent ENERGY STAR Inverter · quieter R-32
24,000
BTU cooling

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The Verified Label — every certified spec

Verified LabelCertified cooling, fit & running cost
UPC not published
certified 2025-08-06
status: Active

Cooling & efficiency — source: ENERGY STAR / DOE

Cooling capacity largest room it suits, ENERGY STAR chart24,000 BTU · up to ~1,500 sq ft
CEER combined energy efficiency ratio — sets your bill13.3
Energy vs federal minimum computed by us41% less energy

Fit & install — does it fit your window?

Dimensions (H × W × D)18 × 24 × 25 in
Weight103 lb
MountingWindow (double-hung)
Power230 V · dedicated circuit

Efficiency & running cost — computed by Verified HVAC Data

Estimated annual running cost at U.S. average electricity prices · ~1,353 kWh a year$255 /yr
CEER combined energy efficiency ratio13.3 · 6th of 22 in its class
Against its 24,000 BTU class 22 certified unitsat the class median · median $255
Efficiency tierENERGY STAR certified

Refrigerant & identity

RefrigerantGWP ≈ 675 (IPCC)R-32
Variable-speed compressorYes — inverter
Heating modeCooling only
ENERGY STARCertified
Warranty per manufacturer2 Year Full warranty from the date of delivery or the purchase date, whichever is later
Owner's manualManufacturer PDF →
ModelMAW24S2YWT-S

Brand, warranty & reliability

AverageMidea

Midea is one of the two largest Chinese HVAC OEMs (it builds many US budget brands) offering competitive value and quiet operation, but reliability varies by model and full warranty terms require product registration within 90 days.

Parts warranty5 yr parts (1 yr labor on many systems); register within 90 days for full coverage
Compressor7 yr compressor

Reliability is our read of published brand assessments (source), not a certified rating — real-world dependability hinges on a correct install more than the brand. Warranty terms are the manufacturer's (policy) and almost always require online registration within 60–90 days for the full length.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 24,000 BTU right for my room, or should I size up?

About 1,500 square feet is the guide figure, and 22 certified units sit on that shelf. Below it, 18,000 BTU (17 units) covers about 1,000 sq ft. Between two shelves, take the smaller one: oversizing is the usual reason a unit cools but leaves the room clammy, which our sizing calculator explains.

Does the Midea MAW24S2YWT-S need a special outlet?

Yes. It runs on 230 volts, not the 115-volt outlet a bedroom or living room normally has, so it needs a dedicated circuit installed by an electrician. Budget for that before you buy: most units in its 24,000 BTU class are 115-volt, so a same-size alternative may avoid the wiring entirely.

Will the Midea MAW24S2YWT-S fit my window?

Measure your window opening first — it needs to be at least 24" wide (the cabinet width), and the unit is about 18" tall and 25" deep, roughly 103 lb. Most double-hung windows fit units in this range with the included side panels, but confirm your window's inside width and minimum height.

Sources. Certification and CEER from ENERGY STAR room-AC data and the DOE compliance certification database. Cooling capacity, dimensions and refrigerant are the manufacturer-certified values. Annual running cost, suggested room size and the percentile are computed by Verified HVAC Data from published ratings and EIA U.S. average electricity prices — see our methodology. Refrigerant GWP is the IPCC value. We publish no star ratings and take no payment for placement. "Not published" means the source registry doesn't disclose it — we never fill a spec with a guess.

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