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LG LW1022IVSM Dual Inverter Smart Window AC Review

Subhadeep GhoshUpdated June 7, 2026★4.0 rating
LG LW1022IVSM review for USA buyers
Best Traditional Window
4.0(283 reviews)

The LG LW1022IVSM is the best traditional smart window AC in this article. It keeps the 10,000 BTU inverter cooling, LG ThinQ app, Alexa, Google, and standard 115V apartment fit, but its current 4.0-star Amazon rating from 283 reviews makes it the conservative alternative rather than the overall winner.

Choose it if you want LG's app platform and a normal window install instead of Midea's U-shaped setup.

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Value
Great value
Rating
4/5
Reviews
283

Summary

Our verdict

The bottom line, who it fits, and where to think twice before you scroll the full review.

Verdict

This is still a good smart AC, but the corrected Amazon rating means it should not be ranked above the updated Midea.

It is the better pick for buyers who trust LG ThinQ and want a traditional window AC form factor.

Best for

Apartment buyers who want inverter cooling, LG ThinQ, Alexa, Google, and a conventional window installation.

Watch outs

Buyers who want the quietest window separation, renters with unsupported window openings, or shoppers who require a stronger Amazon rating cushion.

Long read

Detailed review

Hands-on context, what daily ownership feels like, and where this pick lands against rivals.

Editor's take

The LG LW1022IVSM remains a sensible smart window AC because it combines a traditional form factor with an inverter compressor. That is useful for apartment buyers who want quieter, steadier cooling but do not want the measurement sensitivity of a U-shaped unit.

The corrected rating changes the recommendation. At 4.0 stars from 283 reviews, this LG clears the standard, but it is no longer the strongest trust signal in the article. That is why it moved from best overall to best traditional smart window AC.

LG ThinQ is the real convenience layer. Schedules, remote control, Alexa, and Google support are easy to live with once paired over 2.4 GHz WiFi. The main limitation is the physical installation: it blocks more of the window than Midea and still needs a secure bracket or sash setup.

Why It Still Makes the List

LG offers a credible traditional-window smart AC.

The inverter compressor and LG ThinQ platform make this a better long-term apartment AC than many cheap WiFi units.

It is especially useful where a conventional window install is easier than a U-shaped install.

Tradeoffs

The current rating is acceptable, not dominant.

The 4.0-star rating means buyers should read recent reviews carefully before ordering.

It is a good pick, but Midea has the stronger current combination of rating, review count, and apartment-specific design.

Bottom line

The LG LW1022IVSM is the right alternative to Midea if you want a traditional smart inverter window AC from LG.

Specs & features

At a glance

The quick facts and the headline features that actually matter day to day.

Quick facts

Amazon rating
4.0 out of 5 from 283 reviews
Price range
$399-$449
Cooling class
10,000 BTU
Smart home
LG ThinQ, Alexa, Google Assistant

Key features

  • 10,000 BTU window AC sized for many 400 to 450 sq ft rooms
  • Dual inverter compressor for quieter, steadier cooling
  • LG ThinQ app with scheduling and remote control
  • Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
  • Standard 115V plug for typical US apartment outlets

Trade-offs

Pros and cons

The honest highs and lows we'd flag to a friend asking which to buy.

What we like

  • Best traditional-window alternative to Midea
  • LG ThinQ app is more mature than many appliance apps
  • Inverter compressor is better for long daily cooling runs
  • Good fit for living rooms, larger bedrooms, and home offices

Watch out for

  • Current Amazon page shows 4.0 stars from 283 reviews, so the trust signal is good but not elite
  • Blocks more window view than a U-shaped AC
  • Needs a secure standard window installation

Side by side

How it compares

A quick look at the other picks in this guide and where each one wins.

This pick

LG LW1022IVSM

4/5

Best Traditional Window

Midea U-Shaped Smart Inverter 10,000 Updated

Best Overall

4.4/5

Midea U-Shaped 12,000 Updated

Best Large Window

4.2/5

GE AWCS08WWA

Best Small Room

4/5

Whynter ARC-1230WN

Best Portable

4.5/5

Whynter ARC-1230WNH

Best Portable with Heat

4.5/5

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Our process

How we evaluate products

What goes into every recommendation, so you know the rating is more than a spec sheet.

Real buyer feedback

We combine marketplace review signals with the strengths and drawbacks documented inside the original buying guide.

US-focused advice

Recommendations are framed for American homes, pricing realities, and ownership expectations relevant to the US market.

Value analysis

We look at positioning, compromises, and the quality of the product's feature mix instead of just headline specs.

Contextual comparisons

Every review stays connected to the rest of the shortlist, so buyers can move from one product page to its alternatives without losing context.

Buyer questions

Frequently asked questions

Real questions buyers ask before clicking buy.

Is the LG LW1022IVSM still worth buying?

Yes, if you want a traditional smart window AC with LG ThinQ and inverter cooling. It is not the top pick after the rating re-check.

Does the LG LW1022IVSM work with Alexa and Google?

Yes. It works through LG ThinQ with Alexa and Google Assistant for common voice commands.

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