I have two previous generation 6k Frigidaire Quitet Temp models & although newer 8k model is slightly louder this is still the best quietest unit on the market.  It doesn't get quite as cold as a GE I tried but the supposed quiet GE was so loud it got returned.  I don't care for the updated grill on this second generation model.  It doesn't direct the air flow by sucking from the floor & out the top.  I also wish Frigidaire would return the 8 way directional out grill as the 4 way is fairly useless.  I would definitely purchase this again because it's the only unit that is quiet enough to sleep when you are a sensitive sleeper.  The filter needs improvement as there's lots of ways for dust to go around it.