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LG LW1223HR Heat/Cool

3.8(18) by LG · Model LW1223HR
LG_LW1223HR_Heat-Cool

One of the few window units that also heats — 12,200 BTU of cooling and 11,200 BTU of electric heat for shoulder-season rooms without central HVAC.

Cooling
12,200 BTU
Covers
570 ft²
Efficiency
11.6 CEER
Noise
54 dB
$499 est.
typical street price · via Amazon
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Strengths & trade-offs

Pros
  • True 4-in-1: cool, heat, dehumidify, fan
  • 570 sq ft coverage at CEER 11.6
  • Slide-in-out chassis eases install and service
Cons
  • Needs a dedicated 208/230V circuit — not a standard outlet
  • Electric-resistance heat costs far more to run than a heat pump
  • Thin owner-review record so far

What the LG LW1223HR Heat/Cool costs to run

Estimated from this unit's 11.6 CEER rating at 8 hours/day of cooling, using average residential electricity rates for each US climate zone. Your usage and utility rate will shift these numbers — run the calculator for your exact room.

Climate zoneExample regionsEst. cost / month
Cool North Pacific NW, Upper Midwest, New England $40 /mo
Mixed / Temperate Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain $43 /mo
Hot & Humid Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas $35 /mo
Hot & Dry Southwest, Desert $38 /mo

Full specifications

Type Window air conditioner
Cooling capacity 12,200 BTU
Rated coverage 570 ft²
Efficiency 11.6 CEER
Noise (low) 54 dB
Smart features None
ENERGY STAR No
Model number LW1223HR
Typical street price $499

Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate. Data last reviewed June 2026.

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