Compare air conditioners

Air conditioners have many types with many different designs to suit installation conditions and usage needs. Compare types of air conditioners to choose the right one that will increase the efficiency and aesthetics of your room.

Compare air conditioners Picture 1 Common types of air conditioners

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Ceiling Air Conditioner - Ceiling Air Conditioner

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Ceiling-mounted air conditioners have a cooling unit - the indoor unit is installed on the ceiling and the compressor unit - the outdoor unit is located outside. This type of air conditioner is used for rooms with high ceilings and high aesthetic requirements.

Installing a ceiling-mounted air conditioning system requires you to plan and prepare in advance such as the installation location of the indoor unit, the location of the outdoor unit, the path of the copper pipes, choosing the appropriate capacity, . .

Advantages of ceiling air conditioners

1. The indoor unit is installed in the ceiling, so it has high aesthetics.
2. Does not suffocate and does not affect the decorative space in the room.
3. High cooling efficiency, cold air radiates from top to bottom in 4 directions.

Disadvantages of ceiling air conditioners

1. Requires the ceiling to be empty to be able to install the indoor unit and copper pipe system.
2. Not suitable for ceilings that are too low because cold air does not have enough space to spread.
3. Due to the high installation, it will be difficult to clean.
4. The cost of ceiling-mounted air conditioners is higher than wall-mounted ones.

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Mini-Split Air Conditioner - Mini-Split Air Conditioner

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The type of two-stage wall-mounted air conditioner, also known as two-unit air conditioner, also has two parts, the refrigeration unit - the indoor unit is installed inside the room and the air compressor unit - the outdoor unit is installed outdoors and only needs to be installed in the room. Drill a small hole to install copper pipes, drain pipes.

The 2-stage air conditioner is mounted on the wall, suitable for installation in individual rooms. This type of machine is now widely used due to its ease of installation and efficient cooling.

Advantages of two-stage wall-mounted air conditioners

1. Compact, easy to install and use.
2. Suitable for small rooms.
3. Mounted on the wall so it takes up little space.

Disadvantages of two-stage wall-mounted air conditioners

1. There must be space to install the indoor unit on the wall
2. There must be space to install the outdoor unit.
3. If the installation location is not convenient, the installation of copper pipes will lose the beauty of the room.
4. Cold air blows out from one direction, although there is a wind deflector, it does not spread evenly like a ceiling air conditioner.
5. Due to the high installation, it will be difficult to clean.

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Window Air Conditioner - Window Air Conditioner

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Window air conditioners, also known as single-unit air conditioners, have a common evaporator compressor system.

As the name implies, this air conditioner is mounted on a wall or on a window. When installing, it is necessary to cut a large box equal to the size of the machine. The indoor unit faces into the room and the outdoor unit faces outside.

Window air conditioners are only suitable for small rooms, with walls or windows facing the outdoors.

Advantages of window air conditioners

1. Compact, with only one part.
2. No need to install copper pipes.
3. Save space, save costs.

Disadvantages of window air conditioners

1. Window air conditioners have low capacity.
2. When operating with high noise.
3. Requires a suitable installation location or it will break the architecture of the room.

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Floor Standing Air Conditioner - Floor Standing Air Conditioner

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Freestanding air conditioners are designed in the form of cabinets, usually with a large capacity for offices or households with large room areas, suitable for all home spaces.

Standing air conditioners include indoor units, outdoor units, a system of pipes and wires connecting these two units. The indoor unit blows air at the top, the air inlets are located below the front and sides of the machine. The outdoor unit is usually installed outside without fear of rain or shine.

Advantages of vertical cabinet air conditioner

1. Designed to suit any interior space, its elegant and luxurious design is like a fashion cabinet, contributing to your own class.
2. Large operating capacity, effective cooling on a large area, suitable for large spaces, crowded places.
3. Withstand high loads, stable and continuous operation in time while ensuring durability and cooling capacity.
4. Large fan blade design, creating faster and stronger airflow.
5. Runs smoothly, does not make noise, creates the coolest and most comfortable space for users.
6. Easy and simple installation, the system of pipes and lines is installed underground or low on the floor, increasing the aesthetics and beauty of the space.
7. Cleaning the machine is quick and not time consuming.

Disadvantages of standing cabinet air conditioners

1. Not suitable for small house space, lack of area, only suitable for large spaces.
2. Consume more power, especially compared to wall-mounted or small-capacity air conditioners.
3. Difficult to move, if the house space has too many nooks and crannies, stairs.

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Marvin Fry

Update 08 May 2023