Asking all sifu's out there.
Im looking for an energy saving 1.0 HP - AC ( Inverter ) for a 13x13 feet bedroom. I've read many pages from this thread & want to ask for ADVICE between these A/C's. I have listed some pro and cons of each AC. Feel free to add or comment.
My budget is around 1.6k for the AC.
1- Panasonic CS-S10SKH- RM 1500
The Good-Panasonic is energy efficient ( 5stars - 1492kw/h) compared to other models. Has alot of functions.
The Bad- Service i heard is bad. Parts e.g (PCB) board are expensive to replace.
2- Daikin FTK10T inverter - RM 1450
The Good-Reviews about Daikin Ac in general is quite good ( Service & Parts). DC inverter, not sure what other brands are using but daikin highly promotes the DC inverter over AC inverter.
But does anyone have experience with this particular model before? The energy ratings ( Suruhanjaya Tenaga) is not displayed in the showroom or the website. (http://www.daikin.com.my/wall-mounted-series-1-0-2-5hp/) However the brochure does say that it's EER is 12.18.
The Bad - According to one AC service guy he said this AC is not as cold as Panasonic within the same temperature range. True???
3-Mitsubishi Inverter Series (http://www.trio-mhiac.com/products) - RM 1600++
The Good- 7 years compressor warranty , 2 years parts warranty. In the website it gives 5 star rating ( Around 1400 kwh ) EER of 12.XX .
The Bad - Heard that the cooling is not so fast(true?). Any comments on their service ?
4-Sharp Inverter J-tech - RM 1600++
The Good- 5 star energy rating ( around 1600++kwh ) . Sharp brand in general has good reviews about their longevity & reliability. Cools fast .
The Bad - Not sure about their service & parts cost.
Please advise.
I will stick with Panasonic or Daikin. Panasonic EER is 12.57 slightly higher. Sometimes about AC cold or not is mostly depends on installer. Good installer or not is up to your luck. PCB I can't commend, I never burned one. PCB also depends on luck, if your area voltage is not stable then PCB will have higher risk to spoil. Inverter already been in the market for quite some time, the PCB is not as fragile as last time. Daikin and Panasonic are both pioneer in inverter AC so reliability should be better.