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36,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · Charmo

TOSOT TWH36R32DO

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 36,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #132 of 205 36,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $977 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
21.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 30%
HSPF2
8.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 2%
EER2
12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Below average · beats 25%
Heat at 5°F
24,600 BTU/h72% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 9%

A good fit if…

  • Your winters get properly cold - it is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with 24,600 BTU/h at 5°F.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

  • Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for mini-splits.
  • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for mini-splits.

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Details

Specifications36,000 BTU, R-32
General
BrandTOSOT
Also sold asBlueridge, AC Pro, ECO AC, Willis, Ouellet, HOUSE KOBO
Outdoor unit modelTWH36R32DO
SeriesCharmo
TypeMini-split heat pump
Nominal size36,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-32
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceMarch 20, 2024
Last certifiedJanuary 30, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better21.0 (range 21.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors12.0
Cooling capacity33,600 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.5
Capacity at 47°F34,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F27,400 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F24,600 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.80
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder72% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with TWH36R32DSI at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups1 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.
TWH36R32DSI · cold climate21.012.08.524,600217903159
Same unit, other model numbers7

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the TOSOT TWH36R32DO: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$758-$2,428

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

Questions6
What is the SEER2 rating of the TOSOT TWH36R32DO?
The TOSOT TWH36R32DO is rated at up to 21.0 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
Is the TOSOT TWH36R32DO good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 24,600 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 1.80, so it is still 1.8 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the TOSOT TWH36R32DO cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $758-$2,428 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $990 in Phoenix and $2,071 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the TOSOT TWH36R32DO the same as the Blueridge BXS2Z36SC0?
Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists 8 model numbers with identical efficiency, capacity and matchups, which means the same outdoor unit sold under a different brand or with a minor variant code (voltage, colour or region). The full list is on this page.
Which indoor units work with the TOSOT TWH36R32DO?
ENERGY STAR lists 1 certified combination for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated one uses TWH36R32DSI.
What refrigerant does the TOSOT TWH36R32DO use?
It uses R-32.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,011/yrYou save $728/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump TOSOT TWH36R32DO
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$1,011
Current system, per year
$1,739
You save per year
$728
Payback
17.2 years
Net after 10 years
-$5,222

Cooling $563Heating $448Electricity used: 6,320 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $324

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 January 30, 2026. How we use the data.