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LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) vs Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI)

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) is cheaper at $549. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI)
US price $549 LG.com MSRP $549
BrandLGWindmill
Released20232024
Type window window
Btu 12000 BTU 12000 BTU
Coverage (sq ft) 550 550
Noise dba 44 42
Smart Wi-Fi Yes Yes
Energy star Yes Yes
Inverter Yes Yes
Ceer 15 13.5

Sources — LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM): lg.com (verified 2026-06-28). Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI): windmillair.com (verified 2026-06-15).

What's the difference between the LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) and Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI)?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Noise dba: LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) 44 vs Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI) 42
  • Ceer: LG Dual Inverter Smart Window AC (LW1222IVSM) 15 vs Windmill WhisperTech 12,000 BTU Window AC (12W2WI) 13.5

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