How to choose the best AC?

A typical Split AC

• Energy efficiency: Today, with rising mercury levels and increasing electricity tariffs, an energy efficient model of air conditioner is a must-buy. Air conditioners come with star rated energy efficiency ratings; also called EER(Energy Efficiency Ratio), which has been standardized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Therefore, any unit with more stars will consume lesser electricity than one with a lower star rating.

• Split or window AC: Another deciding factor is whether you want a window AC or a split model. Though window units are cheaper and easy to install, split AC are quieter, aesthetically more pleasing and provide better air distribution.

• Usage: If your AC usage is 8 to 10 hours a day for 3 to 4 months, it is recommended to buy at least 3-Star rated AC. In case AC usage is extended 5 to 7 months, you should opt for 5-Star rated AC. For usage of 10 to 12 months one should opt for cooling only or Hot & Cold Inverter AC.

• Product Price: Price is another important factor to consider as more features and higher star ratings account for a higher price tag. For every star rating increase there is an increase of around Rs 2,500. An Inverter AC is usually 20% higher than a 5-Star rated Split AC.

• After sales services: After sales services and other add-on features like warranty would certainly be a plus for your purchase. Look for a service oriented brand which has the capabilities and good network to meet the servicing need of your product.

• Room Size: The size/capacity of the AC should be as per the size of your room. If it is bigger it will not be able to provide proper de-humidification and the smaller one will cost you more in terms of energy consumption. Room AC are available in capacity range of 0.75 to 2 tonne. Inverter AC with variable tonnage can be used for a wider range of room sizes.

• Brand: You should carefully choose an air conditioner brand which fulfills your need of maximum energy saving through highest EER(Energy Efficient Ratio), best cooling performance and extensive after sales service. The air conditioner you choose should have functions which provide faster cooling in summers, optimum comfort in monsoon and also protects from disease causing virus, allergens and insects like Mosquitoes, etc.

• Weather conditions: While choosing an AC, one should look for air conditioners that can work efficiently even in extreme weather conditions of Indian summers(especially the south & west side)

Top 10 AC

1. 1. Voltas SAC 173IY 1.4 Ton Split AC.
2. 2. LG JS-Q18AFXD Dual Inverter Split AC
3. 3. O General ASGA18FTTA-1.5 Hyper Tropical Split AC
4. 4. Hitachi Neo 5200F RAU518HWDD 1.5 Ton
5. 5. Whirlpool Fantasia 1.5 Ton Inverter Split AC
6. 6. Blue Star 5HW18ZARTX 1.5 Ton AC
7. 7. Voltas 185JY 1.5 Ton Split AC
8. 8. Carrier Esko 12K 1 Ton Split AC
9. 9. Samsung AT12MC3JAMC 1 Ton Split AC
10. 10. Kenstar KSZ35 WS1-MDA 1 Ton Split Air Conditioner

It is non arguably the best split air conditioner available in the market. It comes loaded with a ton of features like automatically fine-tune the room temperature, LCD remote, anti-bacteria mesh, auto restart, auto diagnosis and a lot more.
However the con is that it is little on the expensive side.
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2.  LG JS-Q18AFXD Dual Inverter Split AC:

The LG Dual inverter split AC is a full-size AC that has a great performance and consumes low energy. This AC comprises of a 1.5 Tons cooling capacity and provides a 1-year warranty.

The LG 1.5 ton split AC has the Himalaya cooling technology which offers you the instantaneous cooling, smart airflow, enhanced cooling, and the monsoon comfort technology gets all the humidity away.

However the con is that it is not energy efficient.
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3. O General ASGA18FTTA-1.5 Hyper Tropical Split AC:

O General is  acquiring a good name for itself in the Indian market since they are able to provide amazing ACs at a decent price, which is the primary requirement for Indian market.

It provides a twin filter, automatic restart option, rotating compressor, and several other features which you might barely get at this price point. It contains a 1.5 tons capacity along with a 3 stars rating. It provides 3670 Watts of cooling capacity together with 1136 Watts of power consumption.

This has also provided a 1-year warranty on the AC and 5 years warranty on its compressor.

Con is that its filter is not that great.
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4.  Hitachi Neo 5200F RAU518HWDD 1.5 Ton:

Hitachi has made use of the power air stream flap, which makes the air to reach the longest end of the room or space in which the AC has been installed. 

It has been given a 3-star rating but owing to economic price, you may try to give this 1.5 ton Split AC a shot. Hitachi Split ac 1.5 ton has provided auto restart, dust filter, and a rotary compressor with this unit. This air conditioner has 5000W of cooling ability and consumes 1560W of power.

However, it is very costly.
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5.  Whirlpool Fantasia 1.5 Ton Inverter Split AC:

It is the most economical air conditioner having the 5 stars rating along with a 1.5 Tons capacity. It comprises of 5200 Watts of cooling capability and consumes 995 Watts of power while working.

Whirlpool has provided the silver-ion filter and the anti-bacterial filter as well. 

Whirlpool has further provided a 4 years warranty on the compressor along with a 1 +1 year warranty over the air conditioner.

It does not have any external features.
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6.  Blue Star 5CNHW18QATX/IC518QATX Inverter Split AC; 

It provides a really influential cooling, barely takes just 5 minutes to completely cool your area. Additionally, the reason a lot of offices makes use of the air conditioners from Blue Star only.

Blue star has provided the amazing anti-bacterial, anti-acarine, dust, active carbon, silver ion, and catechin filters in this cooling unit. It comprises of a cooling capability of 5300 Watts, 1600 Watts of power.
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7.  Voltas 185JY 1.5 Ton Split AC:

It comprises of an LCD remote control by means of which you will be able to maneuver this AC in a better fashion. Voltas has provided the anti-bacteria mesh, auto restart, auto diagnosis, auto clean, and twin temperature facilities and a lot more.

The voltas 1.5 ton split ac provides 5050 Watts of cooling capability, 1430W of potent power, and rotating compressor. Voltas Split ac also provides a 5 years warranty on its compressor and a 1-year warranty over the air conditioning unit. The voltas split ac 1.5-ton price is a bit higher!
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8.  Carrier Esko 12K 1 Ton Split AC:

Carrier Esko 12k 1.5-Ton Split AC from Carrier offers powerful cooling. The cooling capacity is 5250 Watts which is higher than other 1.5 ton Split AC. It will work great in a room with an area of around 120-150 sq feet.

One useful feature is smart time guard which is an Intelligent timer in this carrier Split AC. It protects the compressor by ensuring that there is a minimum compressor off time of three minutes.

This allows instant availability of compressor cooling after a power failure in excess of 3 minutes. If the power failure is of duration less than 3 minute, the AC keeps the compressor off and ensure 3-minute delay.
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9.  Samsung AR18NV3HFTRNNA 1 Ton Split AC:

Like many other companies, Samsung has also updated its entire range of AC's this year and this 1 ton AC comes with best of Samsung’s technology.

To keep you protected from scorching heat, the AC lets you cool the room down really quickly, while it can also keep the humidity under check during the monsoon season.

It is also one of the best Split AC in India, but not better than those listed above

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10.  Godrej 1.5 Ton 3 Star Split AC:

This Godrej 1.5 Ton 3 Star Split AC 1 Ton has a rating of 1-ton, so if you use your AC for around 2-3 hours in a day, this AC would be economical in terms of electricity consumption but if you use AC for around 8-10 hours a day, we would highly recommend you to buy the 5-Star AC.

This AC has a cooling capacity of 3421 Watts and comes with all the basic features like auto restart, de humidification, anti-bacteria filter and a dust filter making it a great value for money product. In terms of cooling and build quality, Lloyd AC scores decently well if not the best and you would not have any complaints.
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That's it for today guys, if you want to ask any questions about the AC's listed above you can comment below and I"ll try to answer your queries,

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