Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: cold and very cold climatesStrengths
- Keeps 98% of its heat at 5°F, so backup heat rarely runs
- Heating efficiency (HSPF2 10.8) beats 90% of models
- Variable-speed compressor: quieter, steadier temperatures and better humidity control
- Uses newer, lower-impact R-454B refrigerant
Good to know
- No notable drawbacks in the certified data.
Running-cost calculator
Pre-filled with EIA prices · edit any fieldUses the base certified SEER2 (15.2) and HSPF2 (10.8). 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 MO1HE-H30B-2A at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 30,000 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 74% · at 5°F: 98%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $792 a year in Louisiana to $2,882 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¢ | $284 | $508 | $792 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $783 | $101 | $884 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $409 | $513 | $921 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $212 | $710 | $922 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $481 | $452 | $932 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $591 | $344 | $936 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $802 | $141 | $943 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $332 | $653 | $985 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $695 | $300 | $995 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $612 | $384 | $995 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $588 | $425 | $1,014 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $796 | $236 | $1,033 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $546 | $498 | $1,043 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $551 | $502 | $1,053 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $884 | $185 | $1,069 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $451 | $628 | $1,079 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $566 | $516 | $1,081 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $653 | $439 | $1,092 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $780 | $326 | $1,105 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $895 | $241 | $1,136 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $924 | $258 | $1,182 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $857 | $348 | $1,205 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $877 | $336 | $1,212 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $833 | $383 | $1,216 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,136 | $142 | $1,278 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,081 | $237 | $1,318 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,215 | $118 | $1,333 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,072 | $286 | $1,357 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,225 | $138 | $1,364 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,001 | $369 | $1,370 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,192 | $194 | $1,387 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $843 | $587 | $1,430 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,235 | $253 | $1,488 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,220 | $306 | $1,526 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,145 | $422 | $1,568 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,277 | $305 | $1,582 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,462 | $187 | $1,649 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,371 | $344 | $1,714 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,528 | $230 | $1,757 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,395 | $437 | $1,832 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,309 | $564 | $1,873 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,737 | $272 | $2,009 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,698 | $314 | $2,012 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $1,951 | $212 | $2,163 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $1,952 | $334 | $2,285 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $1,984 | $368 | $2,352 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,175 | $273 | $2,448 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $74 | $2,421 | $2,495 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,207 | $361 | $2,568 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $2,778 | $58 | $2,836 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $2,628 | $254 | $2,882 |
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 MO1HE-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 (+$44) | Compare |
| Payne 37MUHAQ30AA3 | 30,000 | 15.3–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,306 (−$3) | Compare |
| Daikin DH9VSA361CA* | 34,200 | 16.9–21 | 10 | 100% | $1,398 (+$89) | Compare |
| Gree FXU36HP230V1R32AO | 34,000 | 16–18.2 | 10 | 97% | $1,441 (+$132) | Compare |
| MrCool CENTRAL-30-HP-C-230B00-O | 30,000 | 15.6–16.8 | 10 | 96% | $1,372 (+$63) | Compare |
| Panasonic CU-HM30BAHU | 30,000 | 15.3–16.8 | 10 | 96% | $1,380 (+$71) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | Midea |
| Outdoor model | MO1HE-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 – 17.5 |
| EER2 (best) | 12 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 10.8 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 34,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 25,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 33,200 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | Yes |
| Certified indoor pairings | 114 |
| Latest certification | 2026-09 |
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 MO1HE-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 $1,309 per year ($915 heating, $394 cooling). It ranges from about $792 in Louisiana to $2,882 in Maine.
Does the Midea MO1HE-H30B-2A work in cold weather?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and delivers 33,200 BTU/h at 5°F, 98% of its 47°F capacity, with a COP of 2 at 5°F.
What size is the Midea MO1HE-H30B-2A?
It is rated at 30,000 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 2.5 tons, and 34,000 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.