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Friedrich WCVT16B30A
16,800 BTU · Through the Wall room air conditioner
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About the Friedrich WCVT16B30A
The Friedrich WCVT16B30A is a 16,800 BTU through the wall room air conditioner certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 1,000 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $182 a year, or $1,819 over a typical 10-year life.
That is 35% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of air conditioner (1,538 kWh a year), a saving of about $98 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 58 through the wall models it ranks #58 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $1,044 in electricity over 10 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Friedrich WCVT16B30B uses 826 kWh a year and would save about $317 over 10 years.
Cost to run where you live
1,000 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
Cheaper to run, same type and size
Or see every very large rooms (over 15,000 btu) model ranked.
| Friedrich WCVT16B30B | 15200 BTU | $150/yr | saves $317 |
| Wallmaster WHVT14B33B | 14300 BTU | $152/yr | saves $295 |
| Friedrich WHVT14B33A | 15200 BTU | $173/yr | saves $91 |
Specs
| Brand | Friedrich |
| Model | WCVT16B30A |
| Type | Through the Wall |
| Energy use | 1000 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 1538 kWh / year |
| Size | 16,800 BTU |
| Width | 26.5 in |
| Efficiency (CEER) | 12.6 |
| Mounting | Does Not Straddle Window or Windowsill |
| Voltage | 230 V |
| Inverter (variable speed) | Yes |
| Heat mode | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Height | 15.2 in |
| Depth | 21.0 in |
| Weight | 110.0 lb |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the Friedrich WCVT16B30A cost to run?
About $182 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 1,000 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Friedrich WCVT16B30A cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,819 over 10 years, a typical life for a room air conditioner. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Friedrich WCVT16B30A energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 35% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper air conditioner to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Friedrich WCVT16B30B uses 826 kWh a year, about $317 less in electricity over 10 years.
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