Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
LG LW8017ERSM comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about medium bedrooms and living rooms up to 340 sq ft — read the strengths below before deciding.
The LW6017R is the LG budget pick — simpler than the LW8017ERSM at $90 less. Best for buyers who want LG reliability without inverter premium.
The LW8017ERSM is the best-overall window pick — LG dual-inverter delivers efficiency and quiet operation other compressors can't match.
Cheaper LG pick. No inverter. Lighter than higher-BTU units.
Best efficiency. Wi-Fi unlike Frigidaire FFRE103WAE. Dual-inverter unique here.
| Spec | LG LW6017R | LG LW8017ERSM |
|---|---|---|
| BTU | 6,000 | 8,000 |
| Coverage | 260 sq ft | 340 sq ft |
| Weight | 36 lb | — |
| Smart | None | LG ThinQ Wi-Fi |
| Tech | — | Dual-inverter |