Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Midea EasyCool MAW05M1BWT comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.5 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about small bedrooms, dorms, and home offices under 150 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 MAW05M1BWT is the budget 5K pick — Midea's value model for small bedrooms and dorms. Top-rated in this BTU class.
Cheaper LG pick. No inverter. Lighter than higher-BTU units.
Smallest BTU. Cheapest. Best 5K-class score.
| Spec | LG LW6017R | Midea EasyCool MAW05M1BWT |
|---|---|---|
| BTU | 6,000 | 5,000 |
| Coverage | 260 sq ft | 150 sq ft |
| Weight | 36 lb | — |
| Smart | None | — |
| Chassis | — | Slide-out |
| Filter | — | Pull-out |