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30,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · KO Series

Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA

Very good cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 30,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #11 of 171 30,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $712 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
24.6 Cooling efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 80%
HSPF2
9.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 24%
EER2
12.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 54%
Heat at 5°F
19,000 BTU/h68% of its 47°F output
Average · beats 48%

A good fit if…

  • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 80% of mini-splits.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

  • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
  • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for mini-splits.
  • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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Details

Specifications30,000 BTU, R-410A
General
BrandKaden
Outdoor unit modelKO-PS327HP-2AAMA
SeriesKO Series
TypeMini-split heat pump
Nominal size30,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-410A
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceMay 20, 2026
Last certifiedAugust 11, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better24.6 (range 21.0-24.6)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7-12.7
Cooling capacity28,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better9.2-9.5
Capacity at 47°F28,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F21,000-22,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F18,700-19,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater2.00
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder68% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its best matchup at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups2 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
- KADEN24.612.79.519,000211793563
- KADEN21.011.79.218,700211793564
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$540-$1,779

At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

Questions4
What is the SEER2 rating of the Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA?
The Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA is rated at up to 24.6 SEER2 and 12.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 2 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 21.0-24.6.
Is the Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA good for cold climates?
It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 30,000 BTU model.
How much does the Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $540-$1,779 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $712 in Phoenix and $1,522 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
What refrigerant does the Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA use?
It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

Running cost and savings

Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

Heat pump $731/yrYou save $713/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
Adjust heating and cooling hours

Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

2. The heat pump Kaden KO-PS327HP-2AAMA
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$731
Current system, per year
$1,444
You save per year
$713
Payback
14.7 years
Net after 10 years
-$3,370

Cooling $401Heating $330Electricity used: 4,567 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $377

Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of August 11, 2026. How we use the data.