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Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£660Cooling capacity:5.28 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):7Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:58 dB

Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR Review: Compare 46 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Air Conditioners category and whether it is worth buying.

Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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80%

8.0

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 83% of air conditioners
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
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Score components

40%

7.0

Performance

40%

9.4

Features

20%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 86%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
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40%

7.0

Performance

40%

9.4

Features

20%

7.5

Design

8.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Air Conditioners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.4

Price

6.9
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
5.28 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 5.28 kW, which is higher than that of 84.7% of air conditioners and the same as that of 0.6% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
18,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
7
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 7, which is higher than that of 76.3% of air conditioners and the same as that of 5.8% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4, which is higher than that of 4.4% of air conditioners and the same as that of 49.4% of air conditioners.
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Inverter compressor
yes
Does this air conditioner use an inverter compressor? yes. 12.4% of air conditioners do, while 87.6% do not.
Heating function
yes
Can this air conditioner heat the room? yes. 7.3% of air conditioners can, while 92.7% cannot.
Active air purification
?
Dehumidification mode
yes
Does this air conditioner include dehumidification mode? yes. 6.8% of air conditioners do, while 93.2% do not.
Fan-only mode
yes
Does this air conditioner offer fan-only mode? yes. 6.2% of air conditioners do, while 93.8% do not.
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Color
white
Body material
plastic
Display
yes
This air conditioner includes a display (yes); 18% of air conditioners do not, while 82% do.
Display position
front center
Physical control methods
remote control
This air conditioner provides remote control physical controls, ahead of 1.1% of air conditioners and equal to 81.5%.
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Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR vs the average air conditioner

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  • 0.7 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7 vs 6.3).
    7 vs 6.3
  • 1.78 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5.3 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5.28 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 205 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (800 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    800 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • Includes an activated carbon filter
    This air conditioner includes an activated carbon filter, while the average air conditioner does not include an activated carbon filter.
  • 25 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (60 m² vs 35 m²).
    60 m² vs 35 m²
  • 0.7 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7 vs 6.3).
    7 vs 6.3
  • 1.78 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5.3 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5.28 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 205 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (800 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    800 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 25 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (60 m² vs 35 m²).
    60 m² vs 35 m²
  • Includes an activated carbon filter
    This air conditioner includes an activated carbon filter, while the average air conditioner does not include an activated carbon filter.
  • 28.7% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (11.2 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    11.2 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 3 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (65 dB vs 62 dB).
    65 dB vs 62 dB
  • 16.4 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (96.9 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    96.9 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 3.6 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (24.1 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    24.1 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 3 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (32 cm vs 29 cm).
    32 cm vs 29 cm
  • 2 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (58 dB vs 56 dB).
    58 dB vs 56 dB
  • 32% more expensive
    Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£660 vs £500).
    £660 vs £500
  • 2.5% worse value for money
    Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.94 vs 7.1).
    6.94 vs 7.12
  • 32% more expensive
    Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£660 vs £500).
    £660 vs £500
  • 2.5% worse value for money
    Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.94 vs 7.1).
    6.94 vs 7.12
  • 3 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (65 dB vs 62 dB).
    65 dB vs 62 dB
  • 2 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (58 dB vs 56 dB).
    58 dB vs 56 dB
  • 28.7% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (11.2 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    11.2 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 16.4 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (96.9 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    96.9 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 3.6 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (24.1 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    24.1 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 3 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (32 cm vs 29 cm).
    32 cm vs 29 cm

Expert reviews

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What we like about Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR

  • High energy efficiency and excellent power savings, especially when running in iECO or Gear mode
  • Fast and powerful initial cooling thanks to high-frequency compressor startup technology
  • Very quiet operation of both the indoor and outdoor units, making it ideal for nighttime use
  • Convenient smart features, including reliable Wi-Fi connectivity and remote control via mobile application
  • Effective air filtration system that removes odors and allergens while keeping the indoor air clean

What we don't like about Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR

  • Eco mode can significantly limit fan speed and cooling capacity when multiple people are in the room
  • Occasional software or sensor issues can cause the compressor to ramp down prematurely at night before hitting the target temperature
  • Replacement components and official spare parts can be quite expensive to source outside of warranty periods
  • Overall performance is highly sensitive to the quality of the initial mini-split installation

Verdict

The Midea Xtreme 18000 BTU (MSAGCU-18HRFN8/GR) is a reversible wall-mounted monosplit air conditioner that delivers 5.28 kW of cooling capacity and 5.57 kW of heating capacity utilizing an Inverter Quattro compressor and eco-friendly R32 refrigerant. Main characteristics include an integrated Wi-Fi module for smart remote management, a robust 7.0 SEER rating (energy class A++ in cooling), a 4.0 SCOP rating (energy class A+ in heating), and specialized features like a "Follow Me" room temperature sensor, an ultra-saving iECO mode, and a multi-stage Pure air filtration system. Primary pros consist of rapid climate adjustment via High-Frequency Racer startup technology, highly energy-efficient performance that cuts power consumption by up to 71% in eco modes, a specialized anti-corrosive Golden Fin coating, and exceptionally quiet indoor operation down to a 20 dB(A) sound pressure level. On the downside, the system features a bulky 33.5 kg outdoor unit, relies on professional-only installations due to strict technical refrigerant piping guidelines, and experiences occasional app connectivity delays reported by some smart home users.

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