Blueridge / XM0 Basic
Blueridge XM0 Basic 30k R-32 208/230V 4-Zone Mini-Split
The Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30k spreads 30,000 BTU across four indoor heads on one 208/230V R-32 outdoor unit at the brand's economy tier. It posts a certified nominal SEER2 of 17, EER2 11.1, HSPF2 8.5 - honestly modest efficiency.
Heating falls off with cold: 30,000 BTU at 47F, 25,600 at 17F, and 21,000 at 5F. It is ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated.
Sold through dealer quote; DIY-marketed, but flared connections require professional vacuum and startup.
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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- Aug 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
7.2 / 10
(17.0 SEER2) among 36k systems
(8.5 HSPF2) among 36k systems
(5F certified capacity: 70% of the 47F rating; 5 F heating floor) among 36k systems
(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(5 verified features) across the catalogue
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
Buyer review snapshot
Best for / skip if
Best for
- 4-zone projects in the 30k outdoor capacity class.
Skip if
- Top-efficiency cooling is the priority; SEER2 is 17.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 22 A; breaker/fuse 25 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 131 ft; max 196.8 ft.
- 4-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Alternatives
- GREE Free Match 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (MUL30HP230V1R32AO)
8.4 score / 28.4k / SEER2 21 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $3,662.00, checked Jul 28, 2026
- LG Multi F 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (KUMXB301A)
8.1 score / 30k / SEER2 22 / -4 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $2,879.00, checked Jul 28, 2026
- LG Multi F LGRED 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (KUMXA301A)
8.1 score / 28.4k / SEER2 20 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $3,703.00, checked Jul 28, 2026
Availability and price context
This system needs a professional install, so its real price is an installed quote that depends on your home. We don't link to a listing for this exact model; get installation quotes to price it.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Aug 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 29, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 5
- Newest source retrieved
- Aug 29, 2026
Warranty tiers
- Base
- 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor - limited warranty terms
The score uses Base. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.
Model context
- Install path
- This is professional-install equipment; price it with an installed quote.
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified, ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-32. Minimum heating ambient: 5 F.
Strengths
- Four zones from one condenser at a budget price.
- Low-GWP R-32 refrigerant, ENERGY STAR certified.
- AHRI cold-climate designated.
- Retains a useful 25,600 BTU of heat at 17F.
Weaknesses
- SEER2 17 is low efficiency; running costs run higher.
- 30,000 BTU across four zones is modest per room; size each head.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- 5 F[1]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 21,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 25,600 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 30,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Blueridge
- Brand
- Blueridge
- Product line
- XM0 Basic
- Model number
- BXM0Z30SC0
- Indoor unit model
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor unit model
- BXM0Z30SC0
- Number of zones
- 4
- Max indoor units
- 4 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 30,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 30,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 22 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 25 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 17 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- EER2
- 11.1 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 8.5 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Varies by indoor-unit combination
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.9 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- 5 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- 5 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 118 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor noise rating
- not published
- Indoor weight
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor weight
- 114.7 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-32[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- (4) 1/4 in liquid / (4) 3/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Maximum line-set length
- 196.8 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 49.2 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 218405556Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Warranty
- Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Score uses Base.. 5-year parts, 7-year compressor warranty.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- Installed quote only
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail 218405556, ENERGY STAR exact row 218405556, Blueridge XM0 Basic installation/user manual listed for BXM0Z30SC0, Blueridge XM0 Basic official product/category evidence for BXM0Z30SC0, Blueridge BXM0Z30SC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Specification sheet
- Blueridge BXM0Z30SC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Last sourced date
- Aug 29, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- (4) 1/4 in[1]
- Suction line
- (4) 3/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- Flared line connections[1]
- Precharged length
- 131 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Maximum line-set length
- 196.8 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor dimensions
- 37.95 x 25.98 x 15.82 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor weight
- 114.7 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z30SC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z30SC0) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
- Will the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z30SC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 21,000 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to 5 F. Certified heating efficiency is 8.5 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
- What electrical circuit does the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z30SC0) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 22 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 25 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
- How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
- The published maximum line-set length from the outdoor unit to one indoor head is 82.02 ft. The combined piping limit across all heads is 196.8 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 131 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the Blueridge XM0 Basic 4-Zone 30,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM0Z30SC0) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Score uses Base.. Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers brand.dealer_installation_policy, Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more
- AHRI certificate #218405556 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more
- ENERGY STAR record for AHRI #218405556 - search ENERGY STARSourced - Energy Star listing
Covers performance_spec.energy_star_cold_climate, Energy Star status
- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers system.diy_status, system.installation_type, system.sales_intent
- Alpine Home Air Products: Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus official product/category evidence for BXM3A36UC0Sourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Base compressor warranty, Base warranty conditions, Base parts warranty
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026