Gree Multi Gen2 18,000 BTU 2-Zone (9k+9k Livo)

Gree · Multi-Zone

Gree Multi Gen2 18,000 BTU 2-Zone (9k+9k Livo)

MULTI18HP230V1EO + 2x 4LIV09HP230V1AH

~$2,406approximate retailer price at last check, equipment only

Discontinued. Gree replaced it with the Gree Multi21+ R-32 18,000 BTU 2-Zone. Leftover stock still turns up; the specs below are for this model.

BTU/h
18k
Volts
230
Zones
2
SEER2
21
HSPF2
10
Heats to
-5°F
Refrig.
R-410A
Covers
800 ft²
Wi-Fi
Built in

Best forTwo-room installs in moderate climates wanting name-OEM build quality without Mitsubishi pricing.

Overview

Gree is the world's biggest AC manufacturer — it builds compressors half this list depends on — and the Multi Gen2 is the R-410A package that Gree has since replaced with the R-32 Multi21+. This 9k+9k Livo package lands between the bargain imports and the Japanese brands: 21 SEER2, 10 HSPF2, G10 inverter compressor, and heads as quiet as 26 dB. The usual multi-zone caveats apply: one condenser equals one point of failure for two rooms, and the minimum modulation floor of an 18k outdoor unit oversizes any single 9k call, so expect more cycling than two singles would produce. The Gen2's rated heating floor of -5°F is workable in the mid-Atlantic and mild Midwest but short of the -22°F cold-climate claims Senville makes — Gree's own low-ambient answer is the pricier Multi Ultra series. This R-410A condenser is leftover stock, so confirm availability before you get a quote built around it.

  • Built by the OEM giant itself
  • Whisper-quiet Livo Gen4 heads

Cold-weather output

At 5°F it still makes 76% of its rated heat, according to the certified NEEP listing for this pairing. Gree rates it to keep running down to -5°F.

47°F32°F17°F5°F18.0k13.6kmaker's floor -5°F
COP at 5°F
2.21
Refrigerant
R-410A
AHRI cert.
210278973
ENERGY STAR cold climate
Yes

Pairing: MULTI18HP230V1EO with non-ducted heads. From NEEP's ccASHP list; a different head or condenser posts different numbers.

Strengths and catches

Strengths

  • +Gree manufactures its own G10 inverter compressors — proven at massive scale
  • +Supports mixed head types including cassettes and slim-duct on the same condenser
  • +Mid-$2,400s for condenser plus both heads splits the budget/premium gap
  • +Wide US parts availability since Gree OEMs for several other brands

Catches

  • −Rated heating floor of -5°F rules out serious cold-climate duty
  • −Line sets usually excluded from the package price
  • −Only a 5-year parts warranty through online channels
  • −Single-condenser architecture: one fault drops both zones
  • −Discontinued: Gree moved this package to R-32, so R-410A configs are leftover stock

Questions buyers ask

Does the package price include everything I need?+

Not quite — the ~$2,400 typically covers the condenser and two Livo Gen4 heads, but line sets are usually sold separately, so budget another $150-300. Check the listing contents carefully; this catches a lot of buyers comparing against kits like Senville's that include everything.

Is Gree a brand I can trust for the long haul?+

Gree is the world's largest AC manufacturer and builds its own G10 inverter compressors — it's the OEM behind several other badges on the market, which also means unusually wide US parts availability for a non-Japanese brand. The hardware pedigree is not the risk; the online-channel warranty is the thing to scrutinize.

What's the warranty catch with online purchase?+

Bought online, you get only a 5-year limited parts warranty; longer coverage requires purchase and installation through a registered Gree dealer. If you're hiring a pro anyway, ask whether they can source it through Gree's channel to unlock the better terms.

Can it handle cold winters?+

No — the rated heating floor is -5°F, which rules out serious cold-climate duty. It's aimed at two-room installs in moderate climates, where its 21 SEER2 / 10 HSPF2 and the whisper-quiet Livo heads make it a strong mid-market pick between the bargain imports and Mitsubishi pricing.

Am I limited to wall-mounted heads?+

No — the condenser supports mixed head types including ceiling cassettes and slim-duct units. Just respect Gree's connected-capacity table: the 18k condenser is happiest with 15k-21k of connected indoor capacity, and note that Gree has moved this package to R-32, so R-410A configurations are leftover stock.

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BTU/h
18k
Volts
230
Zones
2
SEER2
21
HSPF2
10
Heats to
-22°F