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      30,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · M3O Series

      Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO

      Very good cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 30,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

      Ranks #25 of 171 30,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $733 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      23.5 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Very good · beats 70%
      HSPF2
      9.2 Heating efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 16%
      EER2
      12.2 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Below average · beats 33%
      Heat at 5°F
      19,000 BTU/h68% of its 47°F output
      Average · beats 48%

      A good fit if…

      • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 70% of mini-splits.
      • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

      Think twice if…

      • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
      • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for mini-splits.
      • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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      Details

      Specifications30,000 BTU, R-410A
      General
      BrandMidea
      Also sold asZERO, AI AIR CONDITIONING, SLIMAIR, DuraSTAR, NOVAIR, Wells, PerfectAire, KANIONco, Star Air Kontrol, ApooDr, NG Trade, TGM, CLASSIC
      Outdoor unit modelM3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO
      SeriesM3O Series
      TypeMini-split heat pump
      Nominal size30,000 BTU
      CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
      RefrigerantR-410A
      Connected (smart) capableNo
      On the market sinceJune 1, 2022
      Last certifiedApril 17, 2026
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better23.5 (range 21.0-23.5)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7-12.2
      Cooling capacity27,000-28,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better9.2
      Capacity at 47°F28,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F20,000-22,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 5°F18,700-19,000 BTU/h
      COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater2.00
      ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
      Heating output as it gets colder68% kept at 5°F

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

      Certified matchups3 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.
      - MIDEA23.512.29.219,000207659307
      - MIDEA22.312.09.218,800207659308
      - MIDEA21.011.79.218,700207659306
      Same unit, other model numbers13

      These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO: 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$553-$1,835

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

      Questions5
      What is the SEER2 rating of the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO?
      The Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO is rated at up to 23.5 SEER2 and 12.2 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 3 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 21.0-23.5.
      Is the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO 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 30,000 BTU model.
      How much does the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $553-$1,835 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $731 in Phoenix and $1,571 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
      Is the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO the same as the ZERO Z3SOV-27HDM-US?
      Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists 14 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.
      What refrigerant does the Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO use?
      It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

      Running cost and savings

      Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

      Heat pump $751/yrYou save $671/yrSee details ↓
      1. Where you live
      Adjust heating and cooling hours

      Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

      2. The heat pump Midea M3OJ-27HFN1-M-CO
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $751
      Current system, per year
      $1,423
      You save per year
      $671
      Payback
      15.6 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$3,787

      Cooling $410Heating $341Electricity used: 4,696 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $341

      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 April 17, 2026. How we use the data.