The Friedrich ZoneAire is a newer 12,000 BTU PTAC heat pump with R-32 refrigerant and a 4.1 kW backup heater. The listing includes a sleeve and grille kit. It sells for about $1,590 and is too new to have Amazon ratings yet.
What You Need Before You Buy
- A 42 x 16 inch wall opening. The listing includes a sleeve and grille kit, which saves buying them separately.
- A dedicated 230V circuit, sized per the manual. Most homes need an electrician.
- The right size. See our PTAC guide before you buy.
Installation, Climate and Shipping
With the sleeve and grille included, it is a complete kit. A new install still needs a hole through an exterior wall and a 230V circuit, so plan on a contractor and an electrician.
The listing gives 10,900 BTU of heat pump heat and 4.1 kW of electric heat. The heat pump handles mild weather. When it gets too cold outside for the heat pump, PTAC heat pumps switch to the built-in electric heater, which costs more to run. In places with long, hard winters, a cold-climate mini split is usually cheaper to run.
It is shipped and sold by HVACDirect Online and goes by freight: the carrier contacts you to set a delivery date. It weighs about 119 pounds, so inspect it before you sign.
How It Compares
| Friedrich ZoneAire | Amana 15k PTAC | Klimaire 12k PTAC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $1,550–$1,620 | $1,000–$1,080 | $900–$960 |
| Size | 12,000 BTU cool, 10,900 BTU heat pump | 14,700 BTU cool, 13,500 BTU heat pump | 11,800 BTU cool, 10,500 BTU heat pump |
| Efficiency | R-32, heat pump | 11.4 EER | R-32, heat pump |
| Installation | Sleeve included, 230V | Wall sleeve, 230V/20A | Wall sleeve, 230V/20A |
| Best for | New installs, quiet rooms | Replacing an old PTAC | Lower-cost PTAC swap |
See my Amana 15k PTAC and Klimaire 12k PTAC reviews.
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How I researched this: the specs above come from the seller’s Amazon listing (shipped and sold by HVACDirect Online), not an independent test, plus a product video from Friedrich. Prices, seller and delivery checked November 10, 2026.
Friedrich ZoneAire 12,000 BTU PTAC Heat Pump with 4.1 kW Heat
Friedrich ZoneAire PTAC heat pump with sleeve kit: specs, 230V install, freight delivery and backup heat in cold weather.
Product Brand: Friedrich
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