Anyone here have experience with a multi split air-cond system?

I'll probably need at least 6 air-cond units for my apartment and don't want the hassle of looking for ways to accommodate 6 compressor units. Been looking on the web and with Daikin (the only brand I know that has multi split), I can get away with just 2 compressors.

Thanks for your reply. If you don't mind me asking, has the outdoor unit ever breakdown in your relatives' place?

Was hoping to get some feedback in relation to AC size. This is my unit (around 1,700 sq/ft in size):



I'm pretty sure that all bedrooms and walk-in will use 1 HP AC each. Would love advice from the guru's here in relation to the AC for the living and dining area:

1. Preferably, I'd like to only have 2 AC units (although I'm open to suggestions)
2. The AC at the dining area, preferably should be able to also cover the open kitchen

Can both the living and dining areas use 2 units of 1.5 HP AC's each? Or better 1 HP in living and 2 HP in dining?

Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Appreciate the replies.

Living & Dining areas:
Yup, I plan on having 2 AC units to service both these areas. Just that was unsure in relation to the HP mix i.e. should put equal HP in both areas or have a bigger HP unit in the dining since it's a bigger area (cover dining and kitchen)?

This is an apartment/condo so there are not many glassed areas (only balcony and kitchen exit). Think I can get away with 1.5HP in the living and 2HP in the dining?

Bedroom
Ok, will have another look and do a bit of research. I'm currently sleeping in a room slightly smaller than that and with a 1HP unit, am quite comfortable with the temperature, hence the initial thought of just having a 1HP unit for rooms.

Generally, I plan to get multi-split units because looking at the space, I'll probably need at least 6 AC units, so can have only 2 compressor units which will be easier to hide. Only issue would be the limitation to only Daikin. Don't think anyone else offers the same, I think.

I'd say living and dining/kitchen split to be around 50:50. I don't plan on having separate dry and wet kitchen areas i.e. just 1 kitchen that will open up to the dining, which was why I was thinking of having the most powerful AC unit servicing these 2 areas.

I'm inclined towards multi split because my new place is a relatively old condo, so no dedicated AC ledge. The compressors will have to be placed at the balcony area. Opting for multi split is an aesthetic thing more than anything honestly.

Your two points are perfectly valid, although I'm basing my experience on the AC's that I've owned before and I can't recall any failing to such a degree that it was rendered unusable. Maybe I was just lucky. Looks like I'll have to do more research on this subject.

In relation to the cost, I believe it is cheaper when compared against single split, especially on the higher HP levels.

Good analogy bro, now you've put so much thought in my mind I think I'll have to relook at my plans/budget.

Although to be fair, get the wrong woman and you'll be lucky to make it past 50

Just a quick one, if money were no object, what's the best AC brand/model in Malaysia? I'm referring to 'normal' split models.

Asking for a friend.

Thanks for your replies. I don't mean to offend anyone with my initial post. It's just that honestly, my family and I have not bought an AC for nearly 10 years and as a result, I'm really in the dark as to what's good and what's not. The only thing I know is the HP that I need in my new place.

Was hoping to get some feedback/recommendation from members as to what they think is the 'ideal' AC and based on that, I'll do some research and if it ticks all the right boxes, it'll be on my shortlist. I don't want to go to the shops and be steered by salespeople who may have a hidden agenda (i.e. Samsung gives better commission so they'll promote accordingly, etc.) and value honest user feedback above all else.

If I had to, the criteria's for my ideal AC would be:

- Reliable
- Energy efficient
- Quiet
- Invisible (if this isn't available on the market, then the lowest profile possible because I hate an AC that I can see)

I know it's not much help, and I appreciate any suggestions. In the mean time, I'll continue to lurk and hope to learn from the discussions here.

Just a quick one. Which top of the line AC would you recommend between these 2? Panasonic or Samsung?

Thanks.

Cheers fellas. Would you recommend any other brand or would it be safe to just stick to Panasonic?

Just a quick one for all the sifu's in here. I'm planning my apartment reno and just need a bit of feedback/guidance in relation to planning my air-cond purchase.

My living and dining space area is a fat "L" shape and floor space is around 511 sq ft with average height ceilings of around 2.5 to 2.6 m. Based on calculations, would 2 air-con units of 1.5 HP each (1.5 HP x 2 units) be good?

Appreciate any feedback and thank you in advance.

If you don't mind some work and are purchasing a 5 star AC unit, might as well buy separately from Lazada/Shopee and utilise the Save 2.0 RM200 discount for each AC unit.

You'll need multiple TNB accounts though i.e. your own, your dad, your mum, your brother, etc.

You can use other people's account so long as they've not claimed for the Save 2.0 before. So ask your uncle, aunty, friend, etc.

Everyone in my family has a place of their own so I'm quite fortunate that way so can use their accounts.

I'm getting the Panasonic X-Premium so the RM200 saving a unit goes a long way when you need to get 6 or 7 units.

Panasonic air-cond user all my life. Lasts long and never had any major issues (issue only because I never maintain properly).

Currently using the XU model for my relatively new place. Sometimes I can't believe when I look at the electricity bill. 5 star really makes a difference.

Get a Panasonic, install it properly and enjoy.

I'm not an expert but just sharing my experience. Got myself Panasonic Inverter 5-star energy rating air-conds for my whole apartment.

Reliability so far so good going on for 3 years, just normal servicing. More importantly are the savings on electricity bills.