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Legacy American brand with deep roots in home appliances
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Offers a strong range of window and built-in wall ACs
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Backed by Haier since 2016, with refreshed design and tech
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Known for durability, cooling power, and quiet performance
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Integrates smart features through GE SmartHQ platform
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A brand for buyers who want modern features inside traditional builds

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New York–based startup focused on design-forward, eco-conscious window ACs
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Currently offers a single product line in multiple BTU sizes (cooling only)
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Known for ultra-quiet performance, smart connectivity, and clean aesthetics
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Excels in urban apartments and modern interiors
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Limited product variety and premium pricing hold it back for broader use
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Ideal for style-focused renters and tech-savvy small-space users
GE Air Conditioners
GE has long been a staple of American homes — from lightbulbs to laundry machines. Its air conditioning division, now operated by Haier since 2016, has evolved considerably in recent years, blending classic durability with a growing emphasis on smart features and design flexibility. GE’s air conditioners are most commonly seen in window-mounted or built-in wall formats, often aimed at users who want solid cooling and low noise without fuss. That said, while the product line has modernized, GE is still more about refined practicality than cutting-edge innovation. So where does it land in the current AC landscape?
Windmill Air Conditioners
Windmill is one of the youngest — and boldest — names in the air conditioner market. Launched by a team of New York natives, the brand set out to fix everything people hate about traditional window units: ugly boxes, loud fans, and headache-inducing installations. Their flagship product is a sleek, whisper-quiet window AC with Wi-Fi control, eco-conscious packaging, and an interface so minimalist it could pass for a Sonos speaker. But for all its design chops, Windmill is still a niche player with limited muscle — so let’s see where its sleek simplicity shines, and where it’s not quite ready for primetime.