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LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1

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LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1

  • 8,000 BTU cooling capacity
  • Cools rooms up to 340 sq ft
  • LG ThinQ Wi-Fi app control
  • 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds
  • Washable pre-filter
  • Auto restart after a power outage
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Is the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 worth it?

Yes, for the right buyer. The LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 ranks #2 in our Best Window Air Conditioners for Small Bedrooms list. Its biggest strength: owner reports describe a 340 sq ft room cooling noticeably within about 15 minutes on high. The main caveat: fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter.

Overview

What the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 does well

Best budget pick. What earns it a place here: owner reports describe a 340 sq ft room cooling noticeably within about 15 minutes on high and lG ThinQ app adds remote start and scheduling that budget units typically skip. One caveat, fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter.

The LG covers the same core need for less, leaving room in the budget for accessories or installation help. Its case rests on lG ThinQ app adds remote scheduling that some pricier fixed-speed units skip and 340 sq ft coverage handles most bedrooms and smaller living rooms. The tradeoff: fixed-speed compressor is louder at full cooling than the inverter units in this list.

The tradeoff: fixed-speed compressor is louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter over a long afternoon.

Specs that matter

Key features

  • 8,000 BTU cooling capacity
  • Cools rooms up to 340 sq ft
  • LG ThinQ Wi-Fi app control
  • 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds
  • Washable pre-filter
  • Auto restart after a power outage
The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Owner reports describe a 340 sq ft room cooling noticeably within about 15 minutes on high
  • LG ThinQ app adds remote start and scheduling that budget units typically skip
  • Filter pulls out from the front without removing the whole unit from the window
  • Usually the least expensive 8,000 BTU option of the four here

Cons

  • Fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter
  • ThinQ app requires an LG account and a stable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection to set up
  • No U-shaped frame, so the lower sash still rests against the case rather than locking down
Fit check

Should you buy the LG 8?

Buy it if you're…

  • Shopping for small bedrooms
  • Shopping for budgets under $400
  • Shopping for large living rooms

Think twice if this matters to you

  • Fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter
  • ThinQ app requires an LG account and a stable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection to set up
  • No U-shaped frame, so the lower sash still rests against the case rather than locking down
Where it ranks

Featured in 4 best-of lists

ListRank
Best Window Air Conditioners for Small Bedrooms#2 / 4
Best Window Air Conditioners Under $400#2 / 3
Best Window Air Conditioners for Large Living Rooms#3 / 4
Best Quiet Window Air Conditioners, Ranked by Decibel Rating#4 / 4
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Alternatives to the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1

Products ranked near it in our research, each better for a slightly different buyer.

Head-to-head

Compared with

Buying advice: window air conditioners

  1. Roughly 5,000 to 6,000 BTU suits about 150 to 250 sq ft; larger rooms, sunny rooms and kitchens need more.
  2. Inverter compressors run at variable speed for quieter, steadier cooling. U-shaped units let the window close through the middle, cutting noise and drafts.
  3. Compare CEER ratings and Energy Star certification.
  4. Check minimum and maximum window widths and whether your window type is supported. Casement and sliding windows need different units.
  5. Use the included brackets or a support bracket and make sure the unit tilts slightly outward for drainage.

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Answers

LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1: common questions

Is the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 worth buying?

Yes, for the right buyer. The LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 ranks #2 in our Best Window Air Conditioners for Small Bedrooms list. Its biggest strength: owner reports describe a 340 sq ft room cooling noticeably within about 15 minutes on high. The main caveat: fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter.

Who is the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1 best for?

Based on our research it suits small bedrooms, budgets under $400 and large living rooms. It's ranked #2 of 4 in our Best Window Air Conditioners for Small Bedrooms list.

What are the downsides of the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1?

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: fixed-speed compressor runs louder at full cooling than the Midea's inverter; thinQ app requires an LG account and a stable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection to set up; no U-shaped frame, so the lower sash still rests against the case rather than locking down.

What are the key features of the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1?

8,000 BTU cooling capacity, Cools rooms up to 340 sq ft, LG ThinQ Wi-Fi app control, 3 cooling and 3 fan speeds and Washable pre-filter.

What are the best alternatives to the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1?

Worth comparing: Midea 8,000 BTU U-Shaped Smart Inverter Window Air Conditioner, GE Profile ClearView 8,300 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner AHTT08BC and Frigidaire 5,000 BTU Window-Mounted Air Conditioner. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

Where can I buy the LG 8,000 BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner LW8017ERSM1?

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

Can you install a regular window air conditioner in a casement window?

No, not without a custom-built frame. Standard window air conditioners are designed to slide into a horizontal opening created by pushing up a double-hung or single-hung sash, with side panels that extend to fill the remaining gap. A casement window cranks outward on a hinge and has no sliding sash, so there's no standard opening for a unit to sit in or seal against.

What's the real solution for cooling a room with only casement windows?

A portable air conditioner with a casement window installation kit is the standard workaround. The kit replaces the vent hose's flat window-slider panel with a version that fits in the narrower gap created by cranking the casement window partly open, sealing around the hose rather than requiring a sliding sash.

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