Blueridge / Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus
Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 33k R-454B 208/230V Mini-Split
The largest All Climate Plus head is a 33K-class unit rated 36,000 BTU at 47F, with 19.5 SEER2, 12 EER2, and a 10.5 HSPF2 on R-454B. Its cold-weather strength is clear: 32,000 BTU at 17F and a near-full 35,000 BTU at 5F. It's ENERGY STAR certified and cold-climate rated for heating a very large space through hard winters.
1 zoneProfessional installCurrent
Refrigerant generation
R-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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$2,619 / Checked Jul 24, 2026
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- Last sourced
- Aug 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.6 / 10
Cooling efficiencyBelow average
(19.5 SEER2) among 36k systems
Heating efficiencyTop quartile
(10.5 HSPF2) among 36k systems
Cold-weather performanceTop quartile
(5F certified capacity: 97.2% of the 47F rating; -22 F heating floor) among 36k systems
NoiseAbove average
(29.5 dBA indoor min / 63.5 dBA outdoor) among 36k systems
WarrantyBelow average
(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue
Feature setTop quartile
(6 verified features) across the catalogue
Price-to-performanceAbove average
($2,619 median retail) across the catalogue
Documentation & partsBelow average
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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- Installation accessibility — not applicable (professional install)N/A
professional install - DIY-accessibility not applicable
Key ratings
Buyer review snapshot
Install difficulty
Professional flared-line install
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 34 A; breaker/fuse 35 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 25 ft; max 164 ft.
Alternatives
- Senville AURA 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (SENA-33HF-IGG / SENA-33HF-OG)
8.8 score / 33k / SEER2 19.5 / -22 F heating floor / 187-253V
Exact destination at Senville: $2,199.99, checked Jul 24, 2026
Availability and price context
- Last seen at Alpine Home Air on Jul 24, 2026: $2,619.00. Open the listing for today's price.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Aug 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 24, 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.
Strengths
- Massive, resilient heat output -- 35,000 BTU still available at 5F.
- Cold-climate designated and ENERGY STAR certified at a large capacity.
- Low-GWP R-454B refrigerant handling big heating and cooling loads.
Weaknesses
- SEER2 of 19.5 is the lowest in the All Climate Plus line, a trade for its heating muscle.
- The value brand's support network is thinner than premium names, so a head this large must be professionally installed.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -22 F[1]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 35,000 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 32,000 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 36,000 BTU/h[3]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Blueridge
- Brand
- Blueridge
- Product line
- Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus
- Model number
- BXAFA33WM0 indoor / BXS5A33UC0 outdoor
- Indoor unit model
- BXAFA33WM0
- Outdoor unit model
- BXS5A33UC0
- Number of zones
- 1
- Max indoor units
- not published
- Rated cooling capacity
- 33,000 BTU/h[3]
- Rated heating capacity
- 36,000 BTU/h[3]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 34 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 35 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 19.5 SEER2[3]
- EER2
- 12 EER2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 10.5 HSPF2[3]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- not published
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 1.98 COP[3]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 122 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- 29.5 / 35.5 / 46.5 / 53 / 57 dB(A)[1]
- Outdoor noise rating
- 63.5 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- 43.21 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 156.97 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454B[3]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- 3/8 in liquid / 3/4 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Alpine Blueridge system pages can be paired with different line-set/accessory selections; the AHRI-certified indoor/outdoor pair has no single included line-set length.
- Maximum line-set length
- 164 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Maximum elevation difference
- 82 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- supported[1]
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[4]
- AHRI certification number
- 216997531[3]
- Warranty
- Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Score uses Base.. 5-year parts / 7-year compressor limited warranty
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- $2,619.00
- Available retailers
- Alpine Home Air
- Manual links
- AHRI public directory record 216997531, ENERGY STAR exact check 216997531, Blueridge BXS5A33UC0-33WM Alpine product page capture, Blueridge Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus product page line-set specifications, Blueridge BXS5A33UC0-33WM Alpine product-page specification grid
- Specification sheet
- Blueridge BXS5A33UC0-33WM Alpine product-page specification grid
- Last sourced date
- Aug 29, 2026
Retail purchase context
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$2,619 at Alpine Home Air
$2,619 / Checked Jul 24, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- 3/8 in[1]
- Suction line
- 3/4 in[1]
- Line connection type
- Flared line connections[2]
- Precharged length
- 25 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Alpine Blueridge system pages can be paired with different line-set/accessory selections; the AHRI-certified indoor/outdoor pair has no single included line-set length.
- Maximum line-set length
- 164 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- not published
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- 46.85 x 14.59 x 11.20 in[1]
- Outdoor dimensions
- 37.24 x 31.89 x 16.14 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- 43.21 lb[1]
- Outdoor weight
- 156.97 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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- Line sets
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0) 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 XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 35,000 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10.5 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 XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 34 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 35 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 is 164 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 25 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the Blueridge XS5 All Climate Plus 33,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXAFA33WM0 / BXS5A33UC0) 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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- Alpine Home Air Products: Blueridge BXS6A09UC0-9WM Alpine product specification gridSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase, Voltage, Voltage range and more
- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers Line connection type
- AHRI certificate #216997531 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity, HSPF2 (Region 4) and more
- ENERGY STAR: ENERGY STAR exact row check for AHRI 216997533Sourced - Energy Star listing
Covers 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
Last updated
Jul 24, 2026