Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: cold and very cold climatesStrengths
- Keeps 89% of its heat at 5°F, so backup heat rarely runs
- Heating efficiency (HSPF2 10.1) beats 77% of models
- Cooling efficiency up to SEER2 23.8, better than 91% of models
- Variable-speed compressor: quieter, steadier temperatures and better humidity control
Good to know
- Efficiency depends on the indoor unit: SEER2 ranges 17.6–23.8, so ask which pairing you're quoted
Running-cost calculator
Pre-filled with EIA prices · edit any fieldUses the base certified SEER2 (17.6) and HSPF2 (10.1). 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 Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ*** at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 30,000 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 74% · at 5°F: 89%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $758 a year in Louisiana to $3,178 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¢ | $319 | $439 | $758 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $239 | $613 | $852 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $460 | $443 | $903 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $541 | $390 | $931 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $373 | $564 | $938 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $666 | $297 | $963 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $882 | $87 | $969 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $689 | $331 | $1,020 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $903 | $122 | $1,025 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $662 | $367 | $1,030 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $783 | $259 | $1,041 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $614 | $430 | $1,044 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $508 | $542 | $1,050 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $620 | $434 | $1,054 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $637 | $445 | $1,082 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $896 | $204 | $1,101 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $735 | $379 | $1,114 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $995 | $160 | $1,155 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $878 | $281 | $1,159 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $1,008 | $208 | $1,216 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $1,041 | $222 | $1,263 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $965 | $300 | $1,266 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $938 | $331 | $1,269 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $987 | $290 | $1,277 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,279 | $123 | $1,402 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,217 | $205 | $1,422 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,127 | $319 | $1,446 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,207 | $247 | $1,453 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $949 | $507 | $1,456 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,368 | $102 | $1,470 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,380 | $119 | $1,499 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,342 | $168 | $1,510 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,391 | $218 | $1,609 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,374 | $264 | $1,638 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,290 | $365 | $1,654 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,438 | $263 | $1,702 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,646 | $161 | $1,807 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,543 | $297 | $1,840 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,720 | $199 | $1,919 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,570 | $378 | $1,948 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,473 | $487 | $1,961 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $84 | $2,091 | $2,175 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $1,911 | $272 | $2,183 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $1,956 | $235 | $2,191 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $2,197 | $183 | $2,380 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $2,197 | $288 | $2,486 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $2,234 | $317 | $2,552 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,449 | $236 | $2,685 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,485 | $312 | $2,797 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $3,127 | $50 | $3,177 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $2,959 | $219 | $3,178 |
Similar-size alternatives
Other mini-split / multi-split units within ±15% of this model's cooling capacity, sorted by efficiency. Cost difference is versus the Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ*** at U.S.-average rates.
| Model | Cooling BTU/h | SEER2 | HSPF2 | 5°F kept | Est. yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung AC030DXSCCG | 30,000 | 19–22.8 | 10.7 | 100% | $1,266 (−$105) | Compare |
| Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ2*** | 30,000 | 17.6–23.8 | 11 | 100% | $1,186 (−$185) | Compare |
| Pioneer YN030GMFI22M3E | 28,000 | 21–23.5 | 9.2 | 68% | $1,151 (−$220) | Compare |
| Hisense AMW4-36U3STA | 32,000 | 19.5–21 | 9 | 112% | $1,361 (−$9) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | Mitsubishi Electric |
| Outdoor model | PUZ-AK30NLHZ*** |
| Certified by | Mitsubishi Electric U.S. HVAC Division |
| Product type | Mini-split / multi-split |
| Compressor | Variable-speed (inverter) |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Cooling capacity | 30,000 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 2.5 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 17.6 – 23.8 |
| EER2 (best) | 14 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 10.1 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 35,800 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 26,600 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 32,000 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2.3 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | Yes |
| Certified indoor pairings | 7 |
| Latest certification | 2025-03 |
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 Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ*** 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 $1,370 per year ($1,030 heating, $340 cooling). It ranges from about $758 in Louisiana to $3,178 in Maine.
Does the Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ*** work in cold weather?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and delivers 32,000 BTU/h at 5°F, 89% of its 47°F capacity, with a COP of 2.3 at 5°F.
What size is the Mitsubishi Electric PUZ-AK30NLHZ***?
It is rated at 30,000 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 2.5 tons, and 35,800 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.