Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: mixed climates with occasional hard freezesStrengths
- Cooling efficiency up to SEER2 20, better than 72% of models
- Variable-speed compressor: quieter, steadier temperatures and better humidity control
- Uses newer, lower-impact R-454B refrigerant
- Also sold under 1 other badge, so you can compare more quotes for the same unit
Good to know
- Efficiency depends on the indoor unit: SEER2 ranges 15.2–20, 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 (9.5). 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 MOVB-36HDN10-M20G at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 34,200 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 82% · at 5°F: 71%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $903 a year in Louisiana to $3,294 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¢ | $324 | $579 | $903 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $895 | $115 | $1,011 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $468 | $584 | $1,052 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $243 | $809 | $1,052 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $550 | $515 | $1,065 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $676 | $393 | $1,069 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $917 | $161 | $1,078 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $379 | $745 | $1,124 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $795 | $342 | $1,136 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $700 | $437 | $1,137 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $673 | $485 | $1,158 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $910 | $270 | $1,180 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $624 | $567 | $1,191 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $630 | $572 | $1,202 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $1,011 | $211 | $1,221 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $515 | $716 | $1,231 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $647 | $588 | $1,235 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $747 | $500 | $1,247 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $892 | $371 | $1,263 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $1,024 | $274 | $1,298 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $1,057 | $294 | $1,350 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $980 | $396 | $1,377 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $1,002 | $383 | $1,385 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $953 | $437 | $1,389 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,299 | $162 | $1,461 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,236 | $270 | $1,507 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,390 | $135 | $1,524 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,225 | $326 | $1,551 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,401 | $158 | $1,559 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,144 | $421 | $1,565 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,364 | $222 | $1,585 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $964 | $669 | $1,633 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,413 | $288 | $1,700 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,395 | $349 | $1,744 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,310 | $482 | $1,791 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,461 | $348 | $1,808 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,672 | $213 | $1,885 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,567 | $392 | $1,959 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,747 | $262 | $2,009 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,595 | $498 | $2,093 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,496 | $643 | $2,139 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,986 | $310 | $2,297 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,941 | $358 | $2,300 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $2,231 | $241 | $2,473 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $2,232 | $380 | $2,612 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $2,269 | $419 | $2,688 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,488 | $311 | $2,799 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $85 | $2,760 | $2,845 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,524 | $411 | $2,935 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $3,176 | $66 | $3,242 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $3,005 | $289 | $3,294 |
Same equipment sold under other brands
These listings share the same certifying manufacturer (GD Midea Heating & Ventilating Equipment Co., Ltd.) and identical certified capacities and efficiency ratings, so they are almost certainly the same hardware with a different badge. If you get quotes for any of them, you are comparing installation price and warranty, not equipment. How rebadging works.
- Midea MOVD-36HDN10-M20G
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 MOVB-36HDN10-M20G 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 (−$142) | Compare |
| Payne 37MUHAQ30AA3 | 30,000 | 15.3–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,306 (−$189) | Compare |
| Midea MO1HE-H30B-2A | 30,000 | 15.2–17.5 | 10.8 | 98% | $1,309 (−$186) | Compare |
| Bryant 37MUHAQ36AA3 | 36,000 | 15.8–18 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,527 (+$32) | Compare |
| Daikin DH9VSA361CA* | 34,200 | 16.9–21 | 10 | 100% | $1,398 (−$98) | Compare |
| Panasonic CU-HM36BAHU | 36,000 | 15.6–17.4 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,533 (+$37) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | Midea |
| Outdoor model | MOVB-36HDN10-M20G |
| Certified by | GD Midea Heating & Ventilating Equipment Co., Ltd. |
| Product type | Ducted split system |
| Compressor | Variable-speed (inverter) |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Cooling capacity | 34,200 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 3 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 15.2 – 20 |
| EER2 (best) | 13 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 9.5 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 34,200 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 28,000 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 24,400 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | Yes |
| Certified indoor pairings | 40 |
| Latest certification | 2026-04 |
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 MOVB-36HDN10-M20G 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 $1,495 per year ($1,046 heating, $449 cooling). It ranges from about $903 in Louisiana to $3,294 in Maine.
Does the Midea MOVB-36HDN10-M20G work in cold weather?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and delivers 24,400 BTU/h at 5°F, 71% of its 47°F capacity, with a COP of 2 at 5°F.
What size is the Midea MOVB-36HDN10-M20G?
It is rated at 34,200 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 3 tons, and 34,200 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.
Is the Midea MOVB-36HDN10-M20G the same as the Midea MOVD-36HDN10-M20G?
Very likely. Both are certified by GD Midea Heating & Ventilating Equipment Co., Ltd. with identical capacities and efficiency ratings in the ENERGY STAR database, which indicates the same equipment sold under different brands.