Help Me Decide: Amana vs American Standard

I currently have a 16 seer carrier infinity two stage 410a system with a failed second stage in the compressor. I can’t seem to find someone to provide a reasonable quote for replacement ($8k and up) so I am looking to replace the whole system.

I have had a couple of vendors come out to quote a replacement. Two vendors indicating my ducting is insufficient and more ducting needs to be added so the system can take in sufficient air.

I have received two quotes that I am debating between.

Amana

AXV6SS3610 - Variable 16 seer
CHPEA3626B3
ARVT800603BN - Two stage variable speed furnace 60,000 BTU
ATST-CWE-BL-A1-I - Smart Thermostat
2 year labor and 10 year parts warranty. 99 year compressor warranty
$13,500

American Standard

5A7V8X36A - Variable 18 seer
5TXCB003AS
S8V2B060M4PCA - Two stage variable speed furnace 60,000 BTU
ALINK360A2VVU - Thermostat
5 year labor and 10 year parts warranty
$19,000

Both include install costs, costs to add a new 12” intake duct, installation for attic stairs, and an airflow analysis/dampers if needed. Install company is very reputable.

Are these prices competitive for DFW?

The Amana system pricing is very tempting, but I have not heard of them before. I’d love some input on what you would do in my situation.

Posted Jun 8, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC

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