Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: mild climates or homes with backup heatStrengths
- Variable-speed compressor: quieter, steadier temperatures and better humidity control
- Uses newer, lower-impact R-454B refrigerant
Good to know
- Efficiency depends on the indoor unit: SEER2 ranges 15.2–18.6, so ask which pairing you're quoted
Running-cost calculator
Pre-filled with EIA prices · edit any fieldUses the base certified SEER2 (15.2) and HSPF2 (8.7). Assumes the unit is correctly sized. How we calculate.
Heating capacity as it gets colder
A heat pump's output falls as outdoor temperature drops. This is the certified heat output of the Midea MO1BE-H30B-2A at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 30,000 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 59% · at 5°F: 61%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $829 a year in Louisiana to $3,228 in Maine, driven by local electricity prices and how much heating or cooling the climate needs. Click a column to sort.
| State | Price | Heating | Cooling | Total / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12.87¢ | $321 | $508 | $829 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $240 | $710 | $950 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $463 | $513 | $975 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $886 | $101 | $987 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $544 | $452 | $996 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $669 | $344 | $1,014 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $375 | $653 | $1,029 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $908 | $141 | $1,049 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $693 | $384 | $1,076 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $787 | $300 | $1,086 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $666 | $425 | $1,091 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $618 | $498 | $1,115 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $623 | $502 | $1,125 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $901 | $236 | $1,138 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $510 | $628 | $1,138 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $640 | $516 | $1,156 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $739 | $439 | $1,178 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $1,000 | $185 | $1,185 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $882 | $326 | $1,208 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $1,013 | $241 | $1,254 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $1,046 | $258 | $1,304 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $970 | $348 | $1,318 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $943 | $383 | $1,326 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $992 | $336 | $1,328 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,285 | $142 | $1,428 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,224 | $237 | $1,461 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,375 | $118 | $1,494 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,213 | $286 | $1,498 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,133 | $369 | $1,502 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,387 | $138 | $1,525 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $954 | $587 | $1,541 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,350 | $194 | $1,544 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,398 | $253 | $1,651 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,381 | $306 | $1,687 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,296 | $422 | $1,719 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,446 | $305 | $1,751 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,655 | $187 | $1,841 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,551 | $344 | $1,895 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,729 | $230 | $1,959 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,578 | $437 | $2,016 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,481 | $564 | $2,045 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,921 | $314 | $2,236 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,966 | $272 | $2,238 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $2,209 | $212 | $2,420 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $84 | $2,421 | $2,505 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $2,209 | $334 | $2,543 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $2,246 | $368 | $2,613 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,462 | $273 | $2,735 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,498 | $361 | $2,859 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $3,144 | $58 | $3,202 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $2,975 | $254 | $3,228 |
Similar-size alternatives
Other ducted split system units within ±15% of this model's cooling capacity, sorted by efficiency. Cost difference is versus the Midea MO1BE-H30B-2A at U.S.-average rates.
| Model | Cooling BTU/h | SEER2 | HSPF2 | 5°F kept | Est. yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruud UP19AY36AJVC | 34,200 | 19–21 | 10 | 87% | $1,353 (−$76) | Compare |
| Payne 37MUHAQ30AA3 | 30,000 | 15.3–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,306 (−$123) | Compare |
| Midea MO1HE-H30B-2A | 30,000 | 15.2–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,309 (−$121) | Compare |
| Daikin DH9VSA361CA* | 34,200 | 16.9–21 | 10 | 100% | $1,398 (−$32) | Compare |
| Gree FXU36HP230V1R32AO | 34,000 | 16–18.2 | 10 | 97% | $1,441 (+$12) | Compare |
| MrCool CENTRAL-30-HP-C-230B00-O | 30,000 | 15.6–16.8 | 10 | 96% | $1,372 (−$58) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | Midea |
| Outdoor model | MO1BE-H30B-2A |
| Certified by | Midea America Corp. |
| Product type | Ducted split system |
| Compressor | Variable-speed (inverter) |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Cooling capacity | 30,000 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 2.5 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 15.2 – 18.6 |
| EER2 (best) | 11.2 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 8.7 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 31,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 18,200 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 19,000 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 1.99 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | No |
| Certified indoor pairings | 35 |
| Latest certification | 2026-06 |
Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), retrieved November 7, 2026. Capacities and HSPF2 are the highest values across certified pairings; confirm your exact system's AHRI reference number with your installer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Midea MO1BE-H30B-2A cost to run per year?
At the U.S. average residential electricity price of 18.16¢/kWh and typical national heating and cooling hours, we estimate about $1,430 per year ($1,035 heating, $394 cooling). It ranges from about $829 in Louisiana to $3,228 in Maine.
Does the Midea MO1BE-H30B-2A work in cold weather?
It is not ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified. It delivers 19,000 BTU/h at 5°F (61% of its 47°F capacity), so in very cold climates expect more reliance on backup heat.
What size is the Midea MO1BE-H30B-2A?
It is rated at 30,000 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 2.5 tons, and 31,000 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.