Goodman Air Conditioner Prices: Pros, Cons, Cost

Your Complete Goodman Air Conditioner Prices Guide | Pros, Cons, Quotes, and Free Estimates for Goodman's Complete Line of AC Units

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In the world of air conditioning, Goodman falls somewhere in the middle. None of its systems have the incredibly high efficiency ratings of top brands, but Goodman makes air conditioners that are considered reliable with warranties to back that reputation up--including lifetime warranties for the compressor on most of its systems. Goodman air conditioner prices are competitively priced and generally fall between the rate of high-end brands and low-end brands.

Goodman air conditioner prices aren’t listed by the company, however, because it sells the systems wholesale to contractors. What you pay as a consumer is a combined cost of the installation and the air conditioner. That can make it tricky to identify cost for your needs. For this reason, consumer watchdog groups such as Consumer Reports recommend seeking multiple estimates. If you’d like estimates for your needs, QualitySmith can provide up to four free estimates from reputable contractors in your area here.

The following prices are estimates we recently collected, including the wholesale system price and the installation cost. Your Goodman air conditioner prices may vary.

SEER rating refers to an air conditioner’s efficiency and is the best way to calculate long-term savings vs. up-front cost of an air conditioner. The higher the SEER rating, the higher the efficiency rating. It’s a bit tricky to calculate, but Energy Star offers a helpful Excel-based spreadsheet for calculating savings depending on the SEER rating. You can download the Excel sheet here.

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Premiere Goodman Air Conditioners

About: Goodman’s premiere systems do not carry the high SEER of some of its competitors’ high-end systems. It’s highest rated system, the DSXC18, with a SEER of 18, is well below the efficiency rating of Carrier’s top of the line Infinity Series, which carries a SEER of 21. On the plus side, these air conditioners carry a number of the extra features--such as the ComfortNet communication system--that aren’t available on many of Goodman’s competitors’ systems with SEER ratings of 16 and 18. And as an added bonus, Goodman air conditioner prices for these systems are well below that of their competitors’ high-end systems.

Goodman DSXC18 Prices

Goodman Air Conditioner Prices

Goodman DSXC18

Key aspects:

  • SEER up to 18
  • ComfortNet communication system provides more precise control and in-depth information
  • ComfortAlert technology to notify you of any mechanical issues
  • Two-stage scroll compressor
  • Two-speed condenser motor
  • Lifetime warranty on the compressor
  • 10-year limited warranty on unit replacement
  • 10-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $3,500 to $7,500

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 3-ton: About $2,400
  • 4-ton: About $2,800
  • 5-ton: About $3,200

Goodman DSXC16 Prices

Key aspects:

  • SEER up to 16
  • ComfortNet communication system provides more precise control and in-depth information
  • Two-stage scroll compressor
  • Two-speed condenser motor
  • Lifetime warranty on the compressor
  • 10-year limited warranty on unit replacement
  • 10-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $2,750 to $7,000

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 2-ton: About $1,700
  • 3-ton: About $1,900
  • 4-ton: About $2,150
  • 5-ton: About $2,250
 

Middle Tier Goodman Air Conditioners

About: Goodman’s mid-range systems lack the high efficiency and cutting edge communication systems of the high-end models, but what they lack in premium features they make up for in moderate prices and solid reliability. These systems all include a lifetime warranty on the compressor--a part that, if broken, would normally necessitate the purchase of a new system--and ten-year warranties on parts. These are a safe bet for people looking for good efficiency, reliability, and affordable Goodman air conditioner prices.

Goodman SSX16 Prices

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Goodman SSX16

Key aspects:

  • SEER up to 16
  • High-efficiency scroll compressor
  • Lifetime limited warranty on the compressor
  • 10-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $2,500 to $6,500

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 2-ton: About $1,500
  • 3-ton: About $1,700
  • 4-ton: About $2,000
  • 5-ton: About $2,250

Goodman SSX14 Prices

Key aspects:

  • SEER up to 14
  • High-efficiency scroll compressor
  • Lifetime limited warranty on the compressor
  • 10-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $2,350 to $6,300

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 2-ton: About $1,350
  • 3-ton: About $1,550
  • 4-ton: About $1,800
  • 5-ton: About $2,050
 

Budget Class Goodman Air Conditioners

About: Goodman’s lower end line of air conditioners carry the legal minimum SEER rating, meaning you won’t see much savings on your energy bills. These systems also carry short-lived warranties and no amenities beyond normal cooling. The one positive of these systems are their low Goodman air conditioner prices. We discourage against buying the GSC13, which uses R-22, a refrigerant that will be phased out in the United States by law in 2020. In other words, if you buy a GSC13 you may only be able to use it for the next eight years.

Goodman GSX13 Prices

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Goodman GSX13

Key aspects:

  • Up to 13 SEER
  • 10-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $2,000 to $5,500

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 2-ton: About $1,150
  • 3-ton: About $1,300
  • 4-ton: About $1,600
  • 5-ton: About $1,850

Goodman GSC13 Prices

Key aspects:

  • Up to 13 SEER
  • Uses R-22 refrigerant, which will be phased out in the U.S. in 2020 due to the damage it causes to the environment
  • 5-year limited warranty on parts

Cost including installation:

  • About $2,000 to $5,500

Contractors' wholesale purchase cost:

  • 2-ton: About $1,200
  • 3-ton: About $1,350
  • 4-ton: About $1,550
  • 5-ton: About $1,800

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Goodman Air Conditioner Prices