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      30,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · MSAG series

      MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)

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

      Ranks #98 of 171 30,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $826 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      21.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 30%
      HSPF2
      9.1 Heating efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 13%
      EER2
      11.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Below average · beats 9%
      Heat at 5°F
      20,000 BTU/h60% of its 47°F output
      Below average · beats 32%

      A good fit if…

      • 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.
      • Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for mini-splits.
      • 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
      BrandMDV
      Also sold asECO-AIR, Alsetria
      Outdoor unit modelMOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)
      SeriesMSAG 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 sinceOctober 12, 2022
      Last certifiedJune 25, 2026
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better21.0 (range 17.5-21.0)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.0-12.2
      Cooling capacity30,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.4-9.1
      Capacity at 47°F30,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F19,000-20,600 BTU/h
      Capacity at 5°F18,000-20,000 BTU/h
      COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.81-1.92
      ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
      Heating output as it gets colder60% kept at 5°F

      Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with MSABF-30HRFN1-MR0W at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

      Certified matchups8 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.
      MSABF-30HRFN1-MR0W21.011.09.118,000207861768
      MSAGF-30HRFN1-MT0W21.012.28.720,000207861767
      MSAGF-30HRFN1-MT0W ECO-AIR21.012.28.720,000208121849
      MSAGF-30HRFN1-MT0W Alsetria21.012.28.720,000208121886
      MSEPD-30HRFN1-MS8W20.111.59.018,600207861769
      MVC-30HWFN1-M(GA)17.511.28.419,000207802616
      MVC-30HWFN1-M(GA)17.511.28.419,000211644110
      MVC-30HWFN1-M(GA)17.511.28.419,000211644104
      Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$675-$2,027

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

      Questions5
      What is the SEER2 rating of the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)?
      The MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA) is rated at up to 21.0 SEER2 and 11.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.1 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 8 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 17.5-21.0.
      Is the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA) 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 MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA) cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $675-$2,027 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $863 in Phoenix and $1,718 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
      Which indoor units work with the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)?
      ENERGY STAR lists 8 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use MSABF-30HRFN1-MR0W, MSAGF-30HRFN1-MT0W, ECO-AIR MSAGF-30HRFN1-MT0W.
      What refrigerant does the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA) 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 $872/yrYou save $675/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 MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-M(GA)
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $872
      Current system, per year
      $1,547
      You save per year
      $675
      Payback
      17.0 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$4,752

      Cooling $503Heating $369Electricity used: 5,451 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $314

      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 June 25, 2026. How we use the data.