Side by side on cooling power, efficiency, heating and noise. Winners are highlighted per row.
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Frigidaire
Frigidaire FHWW183WC2 18000 BTU Slide Out Chassis Window Air Conditioner
91
SCORE
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LG
LG LW1521ERSM1 14000 BTU Slide Out Chassis Window Air Conditioner
86
SCORE
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| Performance | ||
| Cooling Capacity | 18000 BTU/h | 14000 BTU/h |
| Cooling BTU Output | 18000 BTU/h | — |
| Provides Heating | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heating Type | None | None |
| Dehumidification | 5.2 pints/hour | 4.6 pints/hour |
| Cooling Area | 1020 sq ft | 700 sq ft |
| Efficiency | ||
| CEER | 11.811.211.8 | 11.211.211.8 |
| ENERGY STAR | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wattage | 1510 W12501510 | 1250 W12501510 |
| Energy Saver Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electrical | ||
| Volts | 208-230V | 115V115208 |
| Amps | 7.6 A7.611.2 | 11.2 A7.611.2 |
| Frequency | 60 Hz. | 60 Hz. |
| Phase | 1 | 1 |
| Plug Type | LCDI 6-15P | NEMA 5-15P |
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| Eco-Friendly Refrigerant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Width | 23.63 in23.62523.63 | 23.625 in23.62523.63 |
| Height | 17.85 in1517.85 | 15 in1517.85 |
| Depth | 25.37 in22.33325.37 | 22.333 in22.33325.37 |
| Weight | 113 lbs82113 | 82 lbs82113 |
| Air and Filtration | ||
| Maximum Air Flow | 363 CFM265363 | 265 CFM265363 |
| Number of Cooling Speeds | 3 | 3 |
| Number of Air Directions | 6 | 4 |
| Adjustable Air Direction | ✓ | ✓ |
| Air Filter Included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Filter Type | Washable | Washable |
| Washable/Antimicrobial Filter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vented Outside | ✓ | ✓ |
| Noise | ||
| Decibel Rating | 58 dB5558 | 55 dBA5558 |
| Low dBA | 54 dB5054 | 50 dB5054 |
| Controls and Smart | ||
| Wireless Remote | ✓ | ✓ |
| Programmable Timer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Timer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Includes Thermostat | ✗ | ✗ |
| Sleep Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Restart | ✓ | ✓ |
| Eco Mode | Yes | — |
| Built-In WiFi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart Appliance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Control Type | Electronic/Digital | Electronic with LG ThinQ App |
| Certifications | ||
| UL Listed | No | — |
| General | ||
| Chassis Type | Slide Out | Slide Out |
| Color | White | White |
| Window Compatible | ✓ | ✓ |
| Window Type | Standard | Double Hung |
| Commercial Use | ✗ | ✗ |
| Indoor Unit Type | — | Window Unit |