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9,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · C-Series

AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 9,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #356 of 395 9,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $269 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
20.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 18%
HSPF2
9.2 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 16%
EER2
12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Below average · beats 25%
Heat at 5°F
9,200 BTU/h92% 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 9,200 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

Specifications9,000 BTU, R-32
General
BrandAUX
Also sold asSMARTFLEX
Outdoor unit modelAH09MHA2DI-20US
SeriesC-Series
TypeMini-split heat pump
Nominal size9,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-32
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceFebruary 3, 2026
Last certifiedMarch 24, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better20.0 (range 20.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors12.0
Cooling capacity9,100 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better9.2
Capacity at 47°F10,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F5,800 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F9,200 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.80
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder92% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with AWH09MHA2DI-20US 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.
AWH09MHA2DI-20US · cold climate20.012.09.29,200218080132
Same unit, other model numbers1

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US: 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$215-$665

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

Questions6
What is the SEER2 rating of the AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US?
The AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US is rated at up to 20.0 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
Is the AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 9,200 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 AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $215-$665 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $278 in Phoenix and $565 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US the same as the SMARTFLEX EZI09CN23STG1?
Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists both 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 AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US?
ENERGY STAR lists 1 certified combination for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated one uses AWH09MHA2DI-20US.
What refrigerant does the AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US use?
It uses R-32.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $282/yrYou save $202/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump AUX AH09MHA2DI-20US
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$282
Current system, per year
$484
You save per year
$202
Payback
17.3 years
Net after 10 years
-$1,480

Cooling $160Heating $122Electricity used: 1,762 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $91

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 March 24, 2026. How we use the data.