3.5-ton central heat pump · M152H
Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L
Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 3.5-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.
Ranks #131 of 138 3.5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,396 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.
- SEER2
- 15.2 Cooling efficiency over a seasonBelow average · beats 6%
- HSPF2
- 7.8 Heating efficiency over a seasonBelow average · beats 5%
- EER2
- 12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F dayAverage · beats 64%
- Heat at 5°F
- 20,200 BTU/h50% of its 47°F outputVery good · beats 88%
A good fit if…
- You want a certified 3.5-ton central heat pump at a typical efficiency level.
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 central heat pumps.
- You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.
- Comfort and noise matter - a single-stage compressor runs only full-on or off.
Details
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midea |
| Outdoor unit model | MOVA-42HN10-M152L |
| Series | M152H |
| Type | Central heat pump |
| Nominal size | 3.5 ton |
| CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power | Single stage |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Connected (smart) capable | No |
| On the market since | July 10, 2024 |
| Last certified | April 22, 2026 |
| Cooling | |
| SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better | 15.2 (range 15.2) |
| EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors | 12.0 |
| Cooling capacity | 41,500 BTU/h |
| Heating | |
| HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better | 7.8 |
| Capacity at 47°F | 40,500 BTU/h |
| Capacity at 17°F | 24,800 BTU/h |
| Capacity at 5°F | 20,200 BTU/h |
| COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater | 2.30 |
| ENERGY STAR cold climate | No |
Heating output as it gets colder
Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with MVME60C1MN10OA+TXV at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:
Certified matchups
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 unit | SEER2 | EER2 | HSPF2 | Heat @5°F | AHRI ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MVME60C1MN10OA+TXV | 15.2 | 12.0 | 7.8 | 20,200 | 215212725 |
| MVME48C1MN10OA+TXV | 15.2 | 12.0 | 7.8 | 20,200 | 215212742 |
| MVME60C1MN10TA | 15.2 | 12.0 | 7.8 | 20,200 | 215576416 |
| MVME48C1MN10TA | 15.2 | 12.0 | 7.8 | 20,200 | 215576417 |
| MVME48C2MN10TB | 15.2 | 12.0 | 7.8 | 20,200 | 218330792 |
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities
- Phoenix, AZ$1,563/yr
- Miami, FL$1,281/yr
- Houston, TX$1,400/yr
- Atlanta, GA$1,396/yr
- Los Angeles, CA$1,353/yr
- New York, NY$3,309/yr
- Chicago, IL$2,681/yr
- Denver, CO$2,225/yr
- Seattle, WA$1,364/yr
- Minneapolis, MN$2,752/yr
At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.
Questions
- What is the SEER2 rating of the Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L?
- The Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L is rated at up to 15.2 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 7.8 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
- Is the Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L 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 3.5-ton model.
- How much does the Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L cost to run per year?
- At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,281-$3,309 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,563 in Phoenix and $2,752 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 Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L?
- ENERGY STAR lists 5 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use MVME60C1MN10OA+TXV, MVME48C1MN10OA+TXV, MVME60C1MN10TA.
- What refrigerant does the Midea MOVA-42HN10-M152L use?
- It uses R-454B.
Running cost and savings
Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.
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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of April 22, 2026. How we use the data.