Midea Duo Inverter Portable Air Conditioner 12000 BTU
- 12,000 BTU (10,000 BTU SACC) inverter cooling
- Up to 450 sq ft rated floor area
- 42 dB cooling sound level
- Hose-in-hose dual duct, intake and exhaust outdoors
- 1200 W, 115 V, 6 ft cord
- Wi-Fi app, Alexa, Google Assistant and remote
- 12.3 SEER, claims over 40% savings vs US federal standard
- 19.05 to 63.86 inch window openings, width and height
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A quiet, app-connected inverter portable whose dual-path hose stops it from pulling warm air in through door gaps. It is a heavy unit to move, and the listing gives two different refrigerants.
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ASIN: B091CHK173Category: Portable Air Conditioners
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Overview
Cooling a room through one window kit, the Midea Duo pulls outside air in and pushes hot air out through a single hose-in-hose duct. A variable-speed inverter compressor adjusts output, and the unit runs from its remote, the Midea Air app, or Alexa and Google Assistant voice control.
Efficiency is the reason to look here: the inverter compressor varies its speed, and the hose-in-hose duct draws condenser air from outside rather than from the cooled room. The weight works against carrying it from room to room, and the listing names two different refrigerants, so confirm with Midea if that matters for service.
Who it's for
Rooms with a standard sliding or hung window and a nearby outlet are the setting this unit targets, especially where quiet sleep matters. Shoppers who need a light unit to carry upstairs, or who cannot vent through a window, should keep looking.
Pros and cons
- Inverter compressor runs at variable speed
- Dual duct draws outdoor air, not room air
- Low noise when cooling
- App, voice and remote control
- Heavy to move between rooms
- Refrigerant listed as both R-32 and R-410A
- Only a one year warranty
- Needs a window for the duct
Performance notes
Real cooling depends on how much hot exhaust leaves the room and how much outside air leaks back in. The hose-in-hose duct takes condenser air from outdoors, so the unit does not pull warm air through door and window gaps. The inverter lets the compressor slow down once the room nears its set point, which is where the quiet operation and energy savings come from.
Specifications
| Brand | Midea |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Window Opening Minimum Width | 19.1 inches |
| Window Opening Maximum Width | 63.9 inches |
| Window Opening Minimum Height | 19.1 inches |
| Window Opening Maximum Height | 63.9 inches |
| Item weight | 72.8 pounds |
| Cable Length | 6 feet |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16.7 × 19.5 × 34.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Cooling Power | 12000 BTU |
| Noise | 42 dB |
| Wattage | 1200 watts |
| Air Flow Efficiency | 376 CFM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio SEER | 12.3 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Core Material | Copper |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Floor Area | 450 sq ft |
| Inverter Type | Inverter |
| Control Type | App, Remote, Voice |
| Compressor Type | Rotary Scroll |
| Refrigerant | Listed As R-32 And R 410A |
| Filter Type | Air Fresh Filter |
| Air throw distance | Up to 26 feet |
| Additional Features | Dust Filter |
Frequently asked questions
What refrigerant does the Midea MAP12S1TBL use?
The listing conflicts: a feature bullet says R-32 and the spec table says R 410A. Ask Midea before any service work.
How far does the Midea Duo blow cool air?
Midea says its air duct system projects air up to 26 feet, and the swing louver changes the airflow direction.
Is the Midea Duo a window air conditioner?
No. It is a portable floor unit that vents through a window with its hose-in-hose duct, and the window kit stores in the unit when not in use.