Top 3 Split AC in India-Comparison between 3 Popular ACs

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We purchased three best-selling ACs of 2022 for testing-

• LG 1.5 ton AC
• Carrier 1.5 ton AC
• Panasonic 1.5 ton AC.

We have bought these ACs. We tested them thoroughly. We tested their built quality and their performance in rooms of different sizes. We checked their Spare parts, the condenser, and the copper pipes of all these ACs. We also check the availability of their spare part support. And it is only after proper testing and checking that we now recommend them.

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THE COMPARISON

Top 3 Split AC in India

TOP 3 SPLIT AC	1.5 TON AC	PRICE	BUY LINK
LG 1.5 ton AC		₹ 42,990	AMAZON FLIPKART
Panasonic 1.5 ton AC		₹ 42,990	AMAZON FLIPKART
Carrier 1.5 ton AC		₹ 44,500	AMAZON

1. CAPACITIES- Top 3 Split AC in India

• First is LG 1.5 ton 5-star 2022 model with a 1.42-ton actual cooling capacity.
• Then is Carrier 1.5 ton 5-star 2022 model with 1.48 actual cooling capacity.
• And last is Panasonic 1.5 ton 5-star 2022 model with a 1.47-ton actual cooling capacity.

No matter how similar their capacities might seem, they are quite different. LG’s 1.42 ton or 5000W capacity is absolutely different from Panasonic’s 1.47 ton and Carrier’s 1.48-ton capacity. The more the capacity, the more will be the cooling. For bigger rooms, go for ACs with more cooling capacity. For smaller rooms, the lesser cooling capacity will also suffice.

2. COMPRESSORS- Top 3 Split AC in India

All three ACs- LG 1.5 ton AC, Carrier 1.5 ton AC and Panasonic 1.5 ton AC have inverter compressors. LG AC and Carrier AC have 6-in-1 cooling modes whereas Panasonic AC has auto convertible modes. LG AC has 40% to 110% capacities in a 6-in-1 cooling mode. But at certain times lesser cooling modes are needed which will also reduce electricity consumption. Carrier AC has 0.8 ton (Lowest) to 1.7 ton (maximum) capacities in 6-in-1 cooling mode. But Panasonic AC doesn’t have these modes as it comes with the Auto Convertible feature. The AC will intelligently adjust cooling as per weather, room temperature, and other requirements. The Auto convertible mode is the smartest and coolest thing among all these ACs.

3. ISEER RATINGS- Top 3 Split AC in India

• LG AC has 4.3 ISEER rating.
• Carriers’ ISEER rating is 4.63.
• Panasonic AC comes with 4.7.

If ISEER rating is the parameter to decide upon an AC, then Carrier AC with 4.63 is number 3, and LG and Panasonic AC with 4.7 ISEEER ratings will be above it. But this is not the ranking as LG is giving 4.7 ISEER because of its 1.42-ton capacity. Lesser cooling capacity will obviously provide more efficiency i.e better ISEER rating. But more capacity with almost the same ISEER rating just like in Panasonic and Carrier is far better.

4. NOISE LEVELS- Top 3 Split AC in India

• The noise levels of the indoor unit of LG AC are 31 DB.
• Carrier has 38 dB noise levels in its indoor unit.
• Panasonic AC has 39 dB average noise levels of the indoor unit.

LG AC, one of the Top 3 Split AC in India has 38dB whereas Carrier AC and Panasonic AC have 38 dB and 39dB. It is the same as was with the ISEER rating. More the cooling capacity will be the noise levels and vice-versa. You should concentrate on their cooling capacities rather than their noise levels. You won’t even notice the change with the meager difference of 4dB-7dB.

5. CONDENSER AND PIPES- Top 3 Split AC in India

All top 3 Split AC in India- LG 1.5 ton AC, Carrier 1.5 ton AC and Panasonic 1.5 ton AC have 100% copper condenser and pipes. No matter how cheap an AC with an Aluminum condenser is, one must never buy it. All three ACs have a good chemical coating on condensers and fins.

• LG 1.5 ton AC comes with Ocean Black technology
• Carrier 1.5 ton AC has Aqua clear or hydro blue coating and
• Panasonic’s 1.5-ton AC has Shield Blue technology.

They all are the same just technologies with different names. This is a special chemical coating on the condenser and fins to protect it from the accumulation of salt and sediment. This increases the durability of the condenser and fins which is indeed a good thing.

6. SMART APP CONNECTIVITY- Top 3 Split AC in India

The top 3 Split AC in India- LG 1.5 ton AC, Carrier 1.5 ton AC and Panasonic 1.5 ton AC are smart ACs with their own Apps which can be installed after buying them.

• LG – LG ThinQ app
• Carrier – Wi-Fi App
• Panasonic – MirAIe App.

Many features will be unlocked after installing and registering on them. They have Alexa and Google Assistant support. Voice commands can be given in all of them but the sleep profile can only be customized with Panasonic’s Mirae App.

Panasonic’s Mirae App offers 2-3 more features. The same goes for Carrier. These features make them a smart AC.

7. FILTERS- Top 3 Split AC in India

All the three ACs as mentioned earlier have good air filters for cleaner air. LG and Carrier have provided with the HD filter which is good and stops the dust. But we couldn’t test the anti-viral property as we had no measures to do so. Panasonic’s PM 2.5 filter offers clean as well as fresh air. Panasonic definitely has a better filter here.

8. AUTO CLEAN TECHNOLOGY – Top 3 Split AC in India

LG AC and Carrier AC have Auto-Clean technology but Panasonic AC lacks it. With auto-clean technology, the blower will dry off vapors so that dust doesn’t accumulate and thus, preventing the filter from choking. Nevertheless, a filter must be cleaned manually within 14 days despite auto clean technology.

9. SMART DIAGNOSIS – Top 3 Split AC in India

LG 1.5 ton AC, Carrier 1.5 ton AC and Panasonic 1.5 ton AC come with the Smart Diagnosis feature. In smart diagnosis, an error code will be displayed on the display of the indoor unit and in App in case of error. Then you can call the service via App to get it repaired soon. This is the smart diagnosis which is a smart feature.

10. COSTS -Top 3 Split AC in India

Pros have already been discussed. Now let’s discuss the cons.

11. CONS- Top 3 Split AC in India

LG 1.5 ton AC-

LG AC is a good AC but it is suitable only for small rooms up to 160 sq ft. For bigger rooms, don’t consider LG AC.

Carrier 1.5 ton AC-

Carrier AC has no such big con. Its only con is that it is slightly more expensive than others. Carrier 1.5 ton AC costs around ₹ 48,000 whereas LG 1.5 ton AC and Panasonic 1.5 ton AC costs ₹ 43,000 or less. You don’t get anything extraordinary in Carrier AC even after paying ₹ 5000 more.

Panasonic 1.5 ton AC-

With a bit of improvement in Panasonic’s installation, it would have been an unbeatable AC.

12. VERDICT – Top 3 Split AC in India

There is a tie between LG 1.5 ton and Carrier 1.5 ton AC. To choose, first, you must check your room size. LG 1.5-ton AC will give perfect cooling with less noise in rooms up to 160 sq ft. In such conditions, LG 1.5-ton AC will be best with no issues in service backup.

For bigger rooms up to 185 sq ft, go for Carrier AC. It comes with a 1.8-ton cooling capacity which cools the room faster.

Panasonic tops the list as according to us, it is a no-nonsense AC available for ₹43,000 or less.  Panasonic 1.5 ton AC, one of the top 3 Split AC in India is a value-for-money deal with all essential smart features. It is apt for both big and small rooms with the auto-convertible feature.

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I am Rachita Jain, a content writer with VM-One Technologies. Apart from travelling on a budget, I love to dig deep into the world of content. With the power of words at VM-One Technologies, I design and transform Vineet Malhotra’s tech reviews into blogs for people who love to read.

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Disclaimer: Please note that the prices mentioned in the article were recorded on the publishing date. Prices may change with time.