Modern split systems operate in two main modes - cooling and heating. The second function allows you to heat the air in the room even if it is frosty outside the window, which is especially important for residents of apartment buildings with insufficiently good radiator heating. But this is not all the capabilities of air conditioners.
Let's figure out together what types of modern split systems exist and what their main purpose is, additional modes. Also relying on the reviews of independent buyers and the opinion of experts on the Web, our editors have compiled a rating of models, which includes the best split systems in 2020.
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The best types of split systems for apartments and private houses
Based on the design features, experts distinguish between the following types of modern split systems.
Wall split system
The most popular variety. It has good performance properties, is famous for its ease of use and optionality. Automatically shuts off when the room temperature reaches user-defined settings. Even if a sudden power outage occurs, the current settings are retained in the equipment's memory.
Channel a type split systems
Best for servicing a 4-5-room apartment or a large cottage. Installation is very expensive, as it has certain difficulties. It is necessary to make an accurate calculation of air exchange in accordance with a number of parameters (cooling capacity, static pressure indicators, etc.), equip an air exhaust system.
Mobile type of split system
Presented as a monoblock with an air outlet. It is a compact, mobile air conditioning system that does not require complex installation.
The downside is that you need to be ready from time to time to pour out the accumulated condensate in a special container of the device, and in comparison with analogues - the system cools the apartment longer, but it is inexpensive.
Cassette split system
The decorative grille of the air conditioner fits perfectly into the interior of a room with a suspended or suspended ceiling, all other structural elements are hidden from the eyes of users. One air conditioner is able to serve a solid living space, acting as a replacement for 2-3 split systems with lower power ratings at once. The only frustrating thing is the high market price.
Floor split system
Best for small living spaces. Installation is simple, there is a choice of installation options - on the ceiling or on the wall closer to the floor covering. Can provide even air distribution.
Multi split system
Several more units are built inside the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.Each of them supports a user-defined mode independently of each other. The air conditioner will replace several standard split systems at once, serving the entire apartment and helping to maintain an integral picture of the front of the building.
The buyer may be upset by the expensive installation, because it is necessary to carry out the correct calculation of the capacity indicators of the outdoor unit, which will provide all the internal elements with the required performance.
Are inverter or conventional split systems better?
Unlike conventional air conditioners, the inverter split system is able to independently regulate the operation of the motor. When the air reaches the room temperature set by the user, the inverter mechanism slows down the engine speed and focuses exclusively on maintaining the mode.
Benefits:
- accuracy of maintaining the set temperature up to 1 degree;
- practically silent operation - 19-24 dB;
- fast cooling of the room;
- compressor service life - up to 20 years;
- energy savings - 25-45% due to the air conditioner model;
- the system is adapted to voltage drops in the network;
- works for heating at low external temperature conditions - even at -25 degrees;
- efficient operation (in accordance with the ratio of the indicator of power consumption and the cooling capacity of the room);
- the comfort of people staying in the room when the system is operating - the air conditioner turns on less often than other analogs of air conditioning systems.
disadvantages:
- high price. Prices are 40% higher than other air conditioners;
- lack of original spare parts on the domestic market required for repairing the device.
The inverter split system is ideal for installation in rooms such as a bedroom, a nursery, a living room, where special requirements are imposed on the indicators of comfort, silence and comfortable temperature. For the principles of operation of the inverter split system and its differences from the usual one, see minute video... And now our rating. Read on!
The best split systems firms
In many ways, the parameter of the manufacturer's brand determines the convenience of using the air conditioner. Below are listed the most popular brands today, whose rating in the international market remains consistently high.
Electrolux
The Swedish concern Electrolux is the undisputed leader in Europe, offering customers impeccable quality. The assortment includes a solid variety - from mobile to professional split systems. Particular attention is paid to the use of energy-saving technologies, the creation of exclusive design projects and equipping with the most useful set of options: self-diagnosis, healthy microclimate and others.
Mitsubishi Electric
The factories of the Japanese manufacturer are located not only in his homeland, but also in England and Thailand. More than 2,000,000 split-systems are produced annually. Basically, the brand's products are valued at a high cost policy, but you can find inexpensive models with good performance, automatic modes of operation and an ionization system for cleaning air flows. They will be presented in our rating below.
Lg
The South Korean manufacturer has a half-century history of production, although it has appeared on the HVAC equipment market relatively recently. It is famous for its excellent, if not the best, combination of price and quality. The line includes premium split systems designed in accordance with new technological solutions and unique design projects.
Toshiba
The Japanese company Toshiba has been producing climatic equipment for more than 120 years and for the first time introduced a split system on the market, subsequently introducing an inverter control system into the model.
Users of the brand note the reliability of air conditioners, the availability of additional options and the laconic design of devices, combined with affordable prices.
Daikin
The Japanese brand has been offering air conditioning systems on the market for over 40 years. During production, attention is paid to technological solutions. The brand is famous for its excellent after-sales service, high build quality, durability, but it costs 4-5 times more than its competitors.
The best conventional split systems
Electrolux EACS-07HG2 / N3
Provides a comfortable indoor climate. It belongs to the Air Gate 2 series of air conditioners - the model has a sophisticated fashionable design, a 3-level air purification system, resistant to voltage surges in the electrical network and equipped with a BlueFin anti-corrosion coating. All this made it possible to improve the efficiency of heat exchange and increase the terms of using the air conditioner in practice.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; dehumidification of air; temperature support; night; ventilation.
- cooling power - 2200 W
- heating power - 2400 W
- the maximum area of the premises is 20 sq.m.
pros:
- self-diagnosis system of malfunctions;
- filtering air from bacteria and odors using a filter;
- a set of fasteners included;
- stylish design;
- a manufacturer with an excellent reputation.
Minuses:
- no.
Toshiba RAS-09U2KHS-EE / RAS-09U2AHS-EE
Reliable split system, equipped with a compact indoor unit that will fit well into any interior. The build quality is perfect. A new design of the air damper has been introduced, directing air in 4 directions: right-left and up-down. The shutter is removable for easy cleaning. Operates for heating at -7 degrees outside.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; dehumidification of air; temperature support; night; ventilation.
- cooling power - 2600 W
- heating power - 2800 W
- the maximum area of the room is 25 sq.m.
pros:
- convenient remote control;
- self-diagnostics and auto-cleaning of the system;
- timer;
- famous manufacturer.
Minuses:
- no.
Ballu BSLI-12HN1 / EE / EU
Maintains a comfortable air temperature in the apartment, including heating, even if it is -10 degrees outside the window. The energy efficiency level is marked with A class. There is an option for automatic defrosting of the external unit. The manufacturer also took care of the indoor unit by introducing a self-cleaning option.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; dehumidification of air; temperature support; night; ventilation.
- cooling power - 3200 W;
- heating power - 3200 W;
- the maximum area of the premises is 35 sq.m.
pros:
- in Sleep mode - almost silent;
- maintains the temperature using the iFeel option;
- the body is made of high quality plastic;
- looks stylish in the interior.
Minuses:
- there is no backlight on the remote control.
The best low cost inverter split systems
LG PC09SQ
Operates at a low noise level (19 dB). Equipped with a double inverter compressor air conditioner, efficient filters for cleaning the air from dust. A Wi-Fi module has been introduced, which allows you to control equipment using the official application from LG by installing it on your smartphone. The system informs the user about the state of the device and adjusts to the mode specified by it. Heating and cooling is possible at temperatures up to -10 degrees outside the window.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; temperature support; night; ventilation; self-diagnosis of faults
- cooling power - 2500 W
- heating power - 3300 W
- the maximum area of the room is 25 sq.m.
pros:
- smart diagnostics;
- easy installation;
- silent operation of the indoor unit;
- economical energy consumption - class A ++;
- renowned manufacturer.
Minuses:
- it takes time to figure out the split system settings in LG's ThinQ app.
Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-HJ25VA / MUZ-HJ25VA
The model combines quick achievement of user-defined temperature conditions and excellent energy efficiency - A class. A filter with an antioxidant effect is built into the system by the manufacturer, excluding bacteria and viruses from the pumped air. Conveniently, the element is removed and washed with water if necessary.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation mode; maintaining temperature, night, dehumidification
- cooling power - 2500 W
- heating power - 3150 W
- the maximum area of the premises is 20 sq.m.
pros:
- a wide range of additional functions: automatic restart of the mode, closing the damper upon shutdown, self-diagnosis, fan control;
- timer - time setting step in 1 hour;
- protective grilles are installed on the panel, protecting access to the indoor unit;
- control using the remote control and buttons on the unit;
- the noise during the operation of both units will not disturb even the sleeping person;
- world manufacturer of climatic technology with an excellent reputation.
Minuses:
- too simple design;
- cracks and backlashes are seen in the case.
Daikin ATXN25M6 / ARXN25M6
The best energy efficiency class A + allows you to save energy without compromising the performance of climate technology. The system is stylishly executed, equipped with a flat panel on the front side, which will perfectly fit into any interior of the house. There is an option of uniform air supply in all operating modes, called vertical auto-swing. There is also a timer for 24 hours.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation mode; maintaining the temperature; night, dehumidification
- cooling power - 2560 W
- heating power - 2840 W
- the maximum area of the room is 25 sq.m.
pros:
- impeccable build quality;
- the presence of an additional dust filter;
- low noise level - 21 dB;
- overheating protection option by improving the design of the inverter;
- long service life.
Minuses:
- no backlight on the remote control;
- lack of a Wi-Fi module;
- no motion sensor.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries SRK20ZSPR-S / SRC20ZSPR-S
The inverter compressor operates in low capacity modes, maintaining a system of 3 sensors: temperature conditions inside and outside the room, humidity indicators in the room. Energy efficiency class corresponds to A category. Built-in dust and allergen filter. Also, the brand's engineers took care of equipping the model with an auto-cleaning of the indoor unit, which makes the air fresh and free from bacteria and viruses. In heating mode, the air conditioner can operate at a temperature outside the window of -20 degrees.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation; maintaining the temperature; night, dehumidification
- cooling power - 2000 W
- heating power - 2700 W
- the maximum area of the premises is 20 sq.m.
pros:
- brand that everyone knows;
- fast cooling of the room even at minimum speed;
- high-quality assembly;
- quiet operation - 23 dB.
Minuses:
- only 3 fan speeds;
- large gap from the wall of the indoor unit when properly installed.
The best premium inverter split systems
Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-LN25VG / MUZ-LN25VG
The premium model provides for the presence of a motion sensor - "3D I-SEE". Based on the tracked data, automatic guidance and deviation from the user of the airflow, energy saving option are activated. The air conditioning system is equipped with a sophisticated jalousie device, which provides an optimal combination of the shape and speed of the air stream in the heating and cooling modes of the room.
The Plasma Quad Plus system removes viruses, dust and bacteria from the air. It will also eliminate PM2.5 fine particles from the flow, which are inherent in the air in houses located near highways, industrial bases and thermal power plants.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation; maintaining the temperature; night, dehumidification;
- cooling power - 2500 W
- heating power - 3200 W
- the maximum area of the premises is 20 sq.m.
pros:
- stylish design;
- available in 3 types of colors;
- quiet operation - 19 dB;
- Wi-Fi interface available;
- air purification systems;
- self-diagnosis of the device;
- proven brand.
Minuses:
- no.
LG AC12BQ
The design style of the indoor unit, complemented by a mirror panel and lighting, attracts attention. No less remarkable is the performance of the split system, which cope with cooling the room in 5 minutes. This opportunity is provided by the "Jet Cool" technology.The Plasmaster air purification option is available to eliminate bacteria, viruses and allergens. The manufacturer also introduced an air ionizer into the model.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation; maintaining the temperature; night, dehumidification
- cooling power - 3500 W
- heating power - 4000 W
- the maximum area of the premises is 35 sq.m.
pros:
- built-in Wi-Fi module;
- attractive design decoration;
- low noise level - 19 dB;
- manufacturer's warranty for 10 years;
- built-in safe freon for eco-environment - R
Minuses:
- no.
Electrolux EACS / I-09HVI / N3
The TOP of the best is completed by the premium air conditioner from the Viking series from Electrolux. A big plus is that the model has a connection to a wireless WI-FI network, which allows the user to control equipment even remotely using a smartphone and an installed application on it.
Super DC Inverter technology helps to create a comfortable environment in the room even in 10 minutes, cooling 40% faster than standard split systems. The heating option is available even when the outside air is -30 degrees.
Technical features:
- modes - cooling; heating; ventilation; maintaining the temperature; night, dehumidification
- cooling power - 2640 W
- heating power - 3000 W
- the maximum area of the room is 25 sq.m.
pros:
- automatic defrosting of the external unit;
- connection via WI-FI;
- energy efficiency - A +++;
- multi-stage air purification - 6 filters available;
- quiet functioning;
- prestigious brand.
Minuses:
- no.
