82Consensus score
How strongly 0 sources agree — expert labs and real owners, with community voices weighted heavier. Not one reviewer’s opinion; the pattern across all of them.
Buy it if
- 12,000 BTU handles larger rooms (up to ~550 sq ft) effectively
- Notably quiet operation, The Spruce calls the 10,000 BTU variant 'nearly silent'
- Smart WiFi connectivity for remote control
Skip it if
- Requires 240V outlet for some higher-BTU models
- Larger physical footprint and heavier than smaller units
- RTINGS notes they haven't been able to test LG units directly yet
What owners love
- 12,000 BTU handles larger rooms (up to ~550 sq ft) effectively
- Notably quiet operation, The Spruce calls the 10,000 BTU variant 'nearly silent'
- Smart WiFi connectivity for remote control
- Strong community reputation on Reddit for reliability
The recurring gripe
- Requires 240V outlet for some higher-BTU models
- Larger physical footprint and heavier than smaller units
- RTINGS notes they haven't been able to test LG units directly yet
The bottom line
If your room is too big for the Midea 8K, this LG is the move. WIRED calls it 'hushed, efficient room cooling at a surprisingly low price', and Reddit backs that up hard.
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