What is the best 30,000 BTU mini-split?

On certified efficiency, the Bryant 38MGHBQ30DA3 leads at 26.0 SEER2 and 9.8 HSPF2. For cold climates the Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1 has the best efficiency at 5°F (COP 2.50). For very hot summers the Goodman MST273G32MHAA has the highest EER2 (14.5). The right pick depends on your climate, so compare the lists above.

How much does a 30,000 BTU mini-split cost to run?

A typical 30,000 BTU mini-split (21.0 SEER2, 10.0 HSPF2) uses about $777 of electricity a year in a mixed climate like Atlanta, roughly $65 a month on average. Across U.S. climates it ranges from $753 to $1,575 a year. The most efficient model in this class saves about $44 a year in Atlanta.

Which 30,000 BTU mini-split works best in cold weather?

Look for ENERGY STAR cold-climate certification (114 of 171 qualify). The Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1 has the highest COP at 5°F in this class (2.50) and delivers 32,600 BTU/h at 5°F. Cold-climate units are often marketed as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

Best 30,000 BTU mini-splits

171 ENERGY STAR certified 30,000 BTU mini-splits from 68 brands, ranked on their official ratings. Here are the winners for each kind of home, then the full list.

Best overall

Bryant 38MGHBQ30DA3

30,000 BTU mini-split · 38MG-series · cold-climate certified

SEER2: 26.0
HSPF2: 9.8
Heat at 5°F: 25,200

Highest seasonal cooling efficiency of all 171 30,000 BTU mini-splits, with 9.8 HSPF2 for heating.

Full specs and running cost

Best for cold winters

Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1

30,000 BTU mini-split · airCore700 · cold-climate certified

SEER2: 21.0
HSPF2: 12.0
COP at 5°F: 2.50

Cold-climate certified, with one of the best efficiencies at 5°F in this size (COP 2.50).

Full specs and running cost

Best for hot summers

Goodman MST273G32MHAA

30,000 BTU mini-split · MST Series · cold-climate certified

SEER2: 24.0
HSPF2: 10.5
EER2: 14.5

EER2 of 14.5: among the most efficient on a 95°F afternoon.

Full specs and running cost

Area one unit coversabout 1,000-1,500 sq ft
Typical running cost$777/yr in Atlanta
Average efficiency21.4 SEER2
Cold-climate certified114 of 171

Compare all 171 30,000 BTU mini-splits

171 models, ranked by SEER2 (cooling efficiency), then HSPF2.

#							Cold
1	Bryant 38MGHBQ30DA338MG-series	30,000 BTU	26.0	13.0	9.8	25,200	Yes	15
2	MDV M4OG-30HFN1-MMTI series	30,000 BTU	26.0	13.0	9.8	25,200	Yes	6
3	Midea MMCMHAQ30DA3MMCM-series	30,000 BTU	26.0	13.0	9.8	25,200	Yes	3
4	Day & Night D5CMRAH30EAKD5C Series	30,000 BTU	25.0	13.0	10.0	26,000	Yes	33
5	MDV M5OD30-30HFN10-M1DM5O Series	30,000 BTU	25.0	13.0	10.0	26,000	Yes	3
6	WeatherMaker 37MGRAQ30EA337M Series	30,000 BTU	25.0	13.0	10.0	26,000	Yes	15
7	Bosch BMS500-AAM027-1CSXRCBMS500	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	3
8	C&H CH-28MES-230VOCH series	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	7
9	DIRECT AIR DIRM-27DA25-3ZDIRM series	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	5
10	DIYCOOL ES-27Z-M3BES SERIES	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	15
11	Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMAKO Series	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	2
12	MDV M3OJ-27HFN1-MMSAG series	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	18
13	MRCOOL MULTI3-27HP230BMULTI	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.5	19,000	No	4
14	Armstrong Air 4DHP2S30M-1P4DH SERIES	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.3	19,000	No	19
15	Lennox MPC030S4M-1PM series	30,000 BTU	24.6	12.7	9.3	19,000	No	3
16	TOSHIBA CARRIER RAV-BP301AT2P-ULRAV-BP301AT2P-UL	30,000 BTU	24.5	14.1	11.8	25,000	Yes	4
17	Carrier 37MGHAQ30EA337M Series	30,000 BTU	24.0	13.2	10.7	36,000	Yes	15
18	MDV M5OX631-30HFN10-M1XDM5O Series	30,000 BTU	24.0	13.2	10.7	36,000	Yes	3
19	Smart Comfort D5CMHAH30EAKD5C Series	30,000 BTU	24.0	13.2	10.7	36,000	Yes	36
20	Goodman MST273G32MHAAMST Series	30,000 BTU	24.0	14.5	10.5	28,000	Yes	3
21	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ2P series	30,000 BTU	23.8	14.0	11.0	32,000	Yes	9
22	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZP series	30,000 BTU	23.8	14.0	10.1	32,000	Yes	7
23	Blueridge BMM27CBM series	30,000 BTU	23.5	12.2	9.2	19,000	No	5
24	KARDA 3KARDA27MZ3KARDA	30,000 BTU	23.5	12.2	9.2	19,000	No	7
25	Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-COM3O Series	30,000 BTU	23.5	12.2	9.2	19,000	No	3
26	Pioneer YN030GMFI22M3EYN series	30,000 BTU	23.5	12.2	9.2	19,000	No	4
27	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-A30NHA7P-Series	30,000 BTU	23.4	11.8	9.5	12,300	No	2
28	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-A30NHA8P-Series	30,000 BTU	23.4	11.8	9.5	12,300	No	2
29	MDV M4OD31-27HFN10-M1XM4O Series	30,000 BTU	23.1	12.7	10.5	27,000	Yes	6
30	Fujitsu AOUH30KUAH1AIRSTAGE H-series	30,000 BTU	23.0	13.7	11.0	34,000	Yes	4
31	ACIQ ACIQ-27Z-HH-M3BACIQ	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	16
32	Bosch BMS500-AAM027-1CSXHCBMS500	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	3
33	Comfort-Aire A-VMH28TV-1A-series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	9
34	Cooper&Hunter CH-HPR28M-230VOCH series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	6
35	DIRECT AIR DIRM-28HXPRO28-3ZDIRM series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	5
36	EMI MHMZ327DAMH series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	7
37	Kepler ODUM3OK-27HFN1-MIDU Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	27,000	Yes	6
38	Lennox MLB030S4M-1PM series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	4
39	MDV M3OI-28HFN1-MMSAG series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.6	25,000	Yes	9
40	Bosch BMS500-AAM027-1CSXHDBMS Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.5	27,000	Yes	3
41	Comfort-Aire A-VHP284A-1A-VHP Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.5	27,000	Yes	9
42	MDV M4OD31-27HFN10-M1X-DM4O Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.5	27,000	Yes	6
43	AUX AM4-H30/2DR3AA-Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.0	24,600	Yes	1
44	AUX ASPR30HPMULOA-Series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.0	24,600	Yes	3
45	NG Trade MOSA32301Multi-spilt series	30,000 BTU	23.0	12.5	10.0	24,600	Yes	2
46	Lennox MMLD030S6S-1PMMLD Mini-Split	30,000 BTU	22.8	14.4	10.7	35,000	Yes	3
47	Samsung AC030DXSCCG360 Cassette Premium (CAC)	30,000 BTU	22.8	14.4	10.7	35,000	Yes	5
48	Continental CDHAM-28-OCDHA series	30,000 BTU	22.6	11.8	9.8	25,000	Yes	2
49	ECO AC EMH-3O27BBHE-series	30,000 BTU	22.6	11.8	9.8	25,000	Yes	4
50	Goodman MST283G22MHAAMST Series	30,000 BTU	22.6	11.8	9.8	25,000	Yes	3
51	LBG Products LMUHB27DOLMHB18DO	30,000 BTU	22.6	11.8	9.8	25,000	Yes	5
52	Napoleon NDHAM-28-ONDH series	30,000 BTU	22.6	11.8	9.8	25,000	Yes	1
53	Lennox MMLD030S6M-1PMMLD Multi-Zone	30,000 BTU	22.5	13.5	10.0	28,600	Yes	3
54	Lennox MMPD036S6M-1PMMPD Multi-Zone	30,000 BTU	22.5	12.5	9.5	26,400	No	3
55	GREE GWH30ATEXH-D6DNA1G/OCharmo	30,000 BTU	22.5	11.3	9.0	23,000	Yes	6
56	Kinghome KW30XQ21CDOCharmo	30,000 BTU	22.5	11.3	9.0	23,000	Yes	3
57	TOSOT TWH30CD32AOCharmo	30,000 BTU	22.5	11.3	9.0	23,000	Yes	4
58	Fujitsu AOUH30KUAS1AIRSTAGE H-series	30,000 BTU	22.4	12.5	10.6	29,400	Yes	4
59	MDV MOD30-30HFN10-M1EMSAG Series	30,000 BTU	22.4	12.0	9.5	20,400	Yes	12
60	Smart Comfort DLCMHBH30DAKDLC series	30,000 BTU	22.4	12.0	9.5	23,000	No	36
61	Arcoaire D5CERAH30AAKD5F Series	30,000 BTU	22.4	12.0	9.0	20,000	No	11
62	Carrier 37MHRAQ30AA345M Series	30,000 BTU	22.4	12.0	9.0	20,000	No	5
63	Cooper&Hunter CH-REL30-230VOCH Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.5	20,400	No	4
64	Midea MO1BS-H30B-2AMSG Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.5	20,400	No	3
65	AI AIR CONDITIONING AO21-30N2-M1AO Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.0	20,400	No	2
66	AproDr AAG22-30H1BAA Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.0	20,000	No	2
67	Blueridge BMS3022YCBMS Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.0	20,000	No	1
68	Elios ESHBA30C2ANESH Series	30,000 BTU	22.3	12.0	9.0	20,000	Yes	1
69	Fujitsu AOUH30LUAH1H-Series	30,000 BTU	22.0	13.5	11.0	33,000	Yes	3
70	Fujitsu AOUH30KPAS1AIRSTAGE H-Series	30,000 BTU	22.0	11.7	10.2	25,800	Yes	2
71	DELLA 048-TCQ-MODU-1D3TC	30,000 BTU	22.0	11.2	10.0	21,000	Yes	2
72	TCL H27FMH24XQCfree matcht 24S R32	30,000 BTU	22.0	11.2	10.0	21,000	Yes	1
73	LG KUMXB301AKUMXB301A	30,000 BTU	22.0	13.0	9.5	18,400	No	3
74	MDV M3OH-27HFN1-MQ1MSAB series	30,000 BTU	22.0	12.0	9.5	19,000	Yes	2
75	TOSOT TWH30AT19D6DOTosot standard Level Series	30,000 BTU	22.0	10.9	9.0	23,000	Yes	1
76	TOSOT TWH30R32DOCharmo	30,000 BTU	22.0	11.0	9.0	23,000	Yes	1
77	Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1-LACairCore700	30,000 BTU	21.8	14.0	10.0	30,000	Yes	4
78	Lennox MMPD030S6S-1PMMPD Mini-Split	30,000 BTU	21.7	12.0	9.5	27,200	Yes	3
79	Fujitsu AOUH30LUAS1H-Series	30,000 BTU	21.5	11.7	10.6	28,000	Yes	1
80	LG KUMXB361AKUMXB361A	30,000 BTU	21.5	12.5	9.5	19,400	No	3
81	TCL TUM-36HA2/I2I21-21ESElite	30,000 BTU	21.5	12.0	9.0	23,000	No	1
82	Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1airCore700	30,000 BTU	21.0	14.0	12.0	32,600	Yes	6
83	York YPAS30BLFASDQ1airCore700	30,000 BTU	21.0	14.0	12.0	32,800	Yes	3
84	York YPAS30BUFASDQ1airCore700	30,000 BTU	21.0	14.0	12.0	32,600	Yes	5
85	Blueridge BMKH30MCNew Multi-zone ODU	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	10.0	22,800	Yes	1
86	ECO AC EMH-4O30KBBMulti-Zone Outdoor	30,000 BTU	21.0	13.6	10.0	27,000	Yes	1
87	Fujitsu AOUH36KPAS1AIRSTAGE H-Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	9.8	10.0	25,800	Yes	2
88	Gibson DXH30FMK3IHMultizone Outdoors	30,000 BTU	21.0	13.6	10.0	27,000	Yes	12
89	Gibson GXH30(8.8)FMK4DH-1Flex Match	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	10.0	22,800	Yes	3
90	Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-4D30NLM-Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	13.0	10.0	19,800	Yes	3
91	TOSOT TM30D6MOR32 FreeMatch	30,000 BTU	21.0	13.6	10.0	27,000	Yes	3
92	Trane 4TXM2130A14N0M-Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	10.0	22,800	Yes	2
93	ZERO Z4SOV-27HDMB-USHHZ4S Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.0	10.0	27,000	Yes	3
94	Cooper&Hunter CH-EL30-230VOCH series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	9.2	18,400	No	5
95	MDV MOD30-30HFN1-MS0WMSAG series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	9.2	18,400	No	4
96	AI AIR CONDITIONING AO21-30N1-M1AW Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	11.0	9.1	20,000	No	2
97	EMI ADSZ130DAADS series	30,000 BTU	21.0	11.0	9.1	18,000	No	2
98	MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)MSAG series	30,000 BTU	21.0	11.0	9.1	20,000	No	8
99	Mitsutomo RO-SZ30-AB-QRO Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	11.0	9.1	20,000	No	3
100	Wells WSB-30HFMOWSB Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	11.0	9.1	18,000	No	1
101	Airquest DLCSRBH30AAKDLC-series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	9.0	19,000	No	46
102	Airquest DLCSRBH30AAK11DLC-series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	9.0	20,000	No	45
103	DIAL 36000Z-04-OHi MULTI Xtreme	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	9.0	36,000	Yes	2
104	Friedrich FPHMR36A3APro	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	9.0	36,000	Yes	3
105	OLMO OS-MSR36-230VOSIERRA	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.5	9.0	36,000	Yes	1
106	Goodman MSH303G20MCAAMSH Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	8.7	20,000	No	1
107	Midea 38MHRCQ30AA338MH-series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	8.7	20,000	No	5
108	Tempstar DLCERBH30AAKDLC-series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	8.7	20,000	No	15
109	Midea MOD-30HFN1CAMOD Series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	8.2	18,400	No	1
110	TGM MRPOT30ASM series	30,000 BTU	21.0	12.2	8.2	18,400	No	2
111	AC Pro MHPC-H-030BSBMHPC Series	30,000 BTU	20.5	12.0	9.5	20,400	No	2
112	AC Pro MHPC-J-030BSBMHPC Series	30,000 BTU	20.5	12.0	9.5	20,000	No	2
113	Bosch BMS500-AAS030-1CSXRDBMS Series	30,000 BTU	20.5	12.0	9.5	20,000	No	1
114	Carrier 37MARAQ30AA345M Series	30,000 BTU	20.5	12.0	9.5	20,400	No	12
115	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-HA30NKAP-Series	30,000 BTU	20.2	14.1	8.9	35,400	Yes	12
116	Trane / Mitsubishi Electric TRUZH0301KA00NAP-Series	30,000 BTU	20.2	14.1	8.9	35,400	Yes	6
117	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-HA30NKA1P-Series	30,000 BTU	20.2	14.1	8.8	32,000	Yes	6
118	Trane / Mitsubishi Electric TRUZH0301KA00P-Series	30,000 BTU	20.2	14.1	8.8	32,000	Yes	4
119	Bosch BMS500-AAS030-1CSXRCBMS500	30,000 BTU	20.1	11.5	9.0	18,600	No	1
120	Bryant 38MARBQ30AA31138M series	30,000 BTU	20.1	11.5	9.0	19,000	No	10
121	AI AIR CONDITIONING AO25-33N2-M1HAO Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	34,600	Yes	2
122	Cooper&Hunter CH-RHP33-230VOCH Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	35,000	Yes	3
123	Mainline ML33HP230NEXH-OML Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	34,600	Yes	4
124	MDV MOD30-33HFN10-M1XMSEP Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	35,000	Yes	5
125	TRUST AIR CONDITIONERS OAH30H/O6S4POAH Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	34,600	Yes	1
126	ZERO ZMSB-33HV-USHHCR2-OZMSB Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.5	34,600	Yes	2
127	Carrier 37VMB030HDS3-137VMB030HDS3-1	30,000 BTU	20.0	14.0	10.1	30,000	Yes	3
128	Lennox VPC030H5M-3PLennox Real	30,000 BTU	20.0	14.0	10.1	30,000	Yes	6
129	GE Appliances 1G3036ED2BEEndure PRO	30,000 BTU	20.0	12.0	10.0	29,000	Yes	6
130	MDV MOD30-33HFN1-MSR0WMSAGF	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.0	34,600	Yes	2
131	Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-3D30NLHZM-Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.5	10.0	28,600	Yes	2
132	Mitsutomo HO-SZ36-AB-QHO Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.7	10.0	34,600	Yes	1
133	AC Pro AOD30-30HFN1-MS0WAOD Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.5	9.2	17,500	No	1
134	Breeze33 BZ33-HP30OUT2-454-G3-CBZ33 series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.0	9.2	19,700	No	1
135	Carrier 38MARBQ30AA338M series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.5	9.2	19,000	No	10
136	Century A-VMH30SG-1A-series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.5	9.2	17,500	No	2
137	Innovair MOS30H2BE5AMOS Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.0	9.2	19,700	No	2
138	Mainline ML30HP230GEN-OML Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.0	9.2	20,400	Yes	3
139	MDV MOD30-30HFN1-MS0W-LMS Series	30,000 BTU	20.0	11.4	9.2	17,500	No	1
140	Lennox 3WPD036S6S-1P3WPD Mini-Split	30,000 BTU	20.0	12.0	9.0	36,000	Yes	1
141	Carrier 37MAHAQ33AA345M Series	30,000 BTU	19.6	12.0	10.5	35,000	Yes	12
142	Comfort-Aire A-VHP33SA-1A-VHP Series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.5	35,000	Yes	5
143	Mainline ML33HP230CALH-OML Series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.5	35,000	Yes	2
144	Midea MO1HS-H33B-2AMSE Series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.5	35,000	Yes	2
145	MOOVAIR MSHMA33C2AN1MSH Series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.5	35,000	Yes	1
146	Blueridge BMY33HH20CBM series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.0	34,600	Yes	1
147	Comfort-Aire A-VMH33SV-1A-series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.0	10.0	34,600	Yes	3
148	Mitsubishi Electric SUZ-AK30NLHZM series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.3	9.2	32,000	Yes	4
149	Mitsubishi Electric SUZ-AK30NLHZ2M series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.3	9.2	32,000	Yes	7
150	Mitsubishi Electric SUZ-AK36NLHZ2M series	30,000 BTU	19.5	12.3	9.1	38,000	Yes	7
151	Ameristar M4THM1930A14NN-Series	30,000 BTU	19.0	12.5	10.0	22,800	Yes	2
152	GE Appliances 1G3036AD2BEAltitude Single	30,000 BTU	19.0	11.2	10.0	26,000	Yes	5
153	GE Appliances ASH436NCDDEndure	30,000 BTU	19.0	9.3	9.5	26,000	Yes	3
154	York YRACDJ36WHBAY400	30,000 BTU	19.0	9.5	9.5	24,000	No	1
155	GE Appliances ASH3036UCDDEndure PRO	30,000 BTU	19.0	8.8	9.2	26,800	Yes	5
156	Mitsubishi Electric RUZ-AK30NLR series	30,000 BTU	19.0	12.4	8.6	20,400	Yes	1
157	Hisense AO-30U3R25EHI-EDGE	30,000 BTU	19.0	12.0	8.0	21,400	No	1
158	Fujitsu AOU30RLXEHH-Series	30,000 BTU	18.7	12.5	10.0	30,400	Yes	1
159	Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-3C30NAHZ4M-Series	30,000 BTU	18.0	12.5	10.0	-	No	1
160	Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-3C30NAHZ4-M-Series	30,000 BTU	18.0	12.5	10.0	28,600	Yes	3
161	Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXMPH30A132CNV-Series	30,000 BTU	18.0	12.5	10.0	28,600	Yes	6
162	Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-3C30NAHZ3M-Series	30,000 BTU	18.0	12.5	9.7	28,600	Yes	1
163	Trane / Mitsubishi Electric NTXMPH30A132BNV-Series	30,000 BTU	18.0	12.5	9.7	28,600	Yes	2
164	LG KUSUB361AKUSUB361A	30,000 BTU	18.0	11.0	9.5	33,000	Yes	1
165	GE Appliances ASH3036TRDFASH3036TRDF**	30,000 BTU	18.0	9.5	9.0	21,800	Yes	1
166	Trane / Mitsubishi Electric TRUZH0301KAP-Series	30,000 BTU	17.8	12.5	8.6	32,000	Yes	1
167	MDV MOE30U-32HFN1-M-[X]MTI series	30,000 BTU	17.0	14.0	12.0	50,000	No	1
168	GREE MUE30HP230V1R32AOMulti R32 AO	30,000 BTU	17.0	11.1	8.5	21,000	Yes	1
169	Mitsubishi Electric RUZ-AK30NLHZR series	30,000 BTU	17.0	12.0	8.5	33,800	Yes	1
170	TOSOT TGWHD-30NDMulti R32 AO	30,000 BTU	17.0	11.1	8.5	21,000	Yes	1
171	Mitsubishi Electric SUZ-KA36NAHZM-Series	30,000 BTU	15.2	12.5	9.3	38,000	Yes	1

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Top 5 for cold climatesranked by COP at 5°F

Cold-climate certified models with the highest efficiency at 5°F. Often sold as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.50
2	York YPAS30BUFASDQ1	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.50
3	Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1-LAC	21.8	14.0	10.0	2.50
4	York YPAS30BLFASDQ1also sold as 1 other model number	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.40
5	TOSHIBA CARRIER RAV-BP301AT2P-UL	24.5	14.1	11.8	2.40

Top 5 for hot climatesranked by EER2

Highest efficiency on a 95°F afternoon, which drives summer bills in places like Phoenix, Houston and Florida.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Goodman MST273G32MHAAalso sold as 2 other model numbers	24.0	14.5	10.5	2.20
2	Lennox MMLD030S6S-1P	22.8	14.4	10.7	1.80
3	Samsung AC030DXSCCG	22.8	14.4	10.7	1.80
4	TOSHIBA CARRIER RAV-BP301AT2P-UL	24.5	14.1	11.8	2.40
5	Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-HA30NKA	20.2	14.1	8.9	2.10

Top 5 for heatingranked by HSPF2

Highest seasonal heating efficiency, for homes where the heat pump replaces a furnace.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.50
2	York YPAS30BUFASDQ1	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.50
3	York YPAS30BLFASDQ1also sold as 1 other model number	21.0	14.0	12.0	2.40
4	MDV MOE30U-32HFN1-M-[X]	17.0	14.0	12.0	2.02
5	TOSHIBA CARRIER RAV-BP301AT2P-UL	24.5	14.1	11.8	2.40

How many square feet does a 30,000 BTU mini-split cover?1,000-1,500 sq ft

Hot and dry climate (Phoenix)up to 1,500 sq ft
Hot and humid climate (Houston)up to 1,500 sq ft
Mixed climate (Atlanta)up to 1,500 sq ft
Cold climate (Chicago)up to 1,100 sq ft
Very cold climate (Minneapolis)up to 1,000 sq ft

Average insulation, 8 ft ceilings. Sunny rooms, kitchens and older houses need more capacity. Size calculator

What a 30,000 BTU mini-split costs to run$65/month typical

Hot and dry (Phoenix)$840/yr · best $728
Hot and humid (Houston)$753/yr · best $654
Mixed (Atlanta)$777/yr · best $734
Cold (Chicago)$1,527/yr · best $1,512
Very cold (Minneapolis)$1,575/yr · best $1,578

Typical = median model of this size (21.0 SEER2, 10.0 HSPF2); best = most efficient. Local electricity prices from the U.S. EIA. Calculate for your home

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What is the best 30,000 BTU mini-split?: On certified efficiency, the Bryant 38MGHBQ30DA3 leads at 26.0 SEER2 and 9.8 HSPF2. For cold climates the Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1 has the best efficiency at 5°F (COP 2.50). For very hot summers the Goodman MST273G32MHAA has the highest EER2 (14.5). The right pick depends on your climate, so compare the lists above.
How many square feet does a 30,000 BTU mini-split cover?: About 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft with average insulation: 1,500 sq ft in a hot and dry climate like Phoenix, 1,500 sq ft in a hot and humid climate like Houston, 1,500 sq ft in a mixed climate like Atlanta, 1,100 sq ft in a cold climate like Chicago, 1,000 sq ft in a very cold climate like Minneapolis. Cold climates cover less because the heating load is larger.
How much does a 30,000 BTU mini-split cost to run?: A typical 30,000 BTU mini-split (21.0 SEER2, 10.0 HSPF2) uses about $777 of electricity a year in a mixed climate like Atlanta, roughly $65 a month on average. Across U.S. climates it ranges from $753 to $1,575 a year. The most efficient model in this class saves about $44 a year in Atlanta.
Which 30,000 BTU mini-split works best in cold weather?: Look for ENERGY STAR cold-climate certification (114 of 171 qualify). The Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1 has the highest COP at 5°F in this class (2.50) and delivers 32,600 BTU/h at 5°F. Cold-climate units are often marketed as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

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ENERGY STAR data, updated October 12, 2026

Best 30,000 BTU mini-splits

Top picks

Bryant 38MGHBQ30DA3

Hitachi PAS-30BUFASDQ1

Goodman MST273G32MHAA

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