Window AC vs Split AC
Umar Shareef
Window Ac and split AC varies in terms of size, design, number of units, installation and re-installation cost, noise level.
Try our Air Conditioner selector to choose right air conditioner by answering simple questions without reading any buying guide.
Quick AC comparison
| Split AC | Window AC |
|---|---|
| Mounted on the wall | Mounted on the window frame |
| Expensive price range: 22,000 - 45,000 |
Economical price range: 18,000 - 26,000 |
| Not portable | portable |
| Flexibility to install anywhere | Suitable only for small rooms with window slot, and best for those who moves houses frequently |
| Less noise level | More noise |
| By www.zelect.in | |
Window AC
- Window AC consists single unit. Compressor and condenser located at outside whereas evaporator mounted in the window.
- Window AC can be fitted in window only. Window size should exactly match with the AC size, if the window size is larger than AC, you have to install in a suitable frame of size AC. Basically, Window AC mounting place limited to the window.
- During installation no need of making holes on the wall.
- Re-installation cost is very economical, almost negligible. Even you can install yourself without the need of a technician.
- Window air conditioner makes more noise as compared to the split air conditioner.
Split AC
- Split AC consists two units. One unit located outside of the room, consist condenser and compressor whereas inside unit consists evaporator which outputs cool air into the room. Expensive compare to Window AC.
- Split AC can be fitted anywhere. Evaporator mounted on the wall.
- Need to make many holes on the wall, even need make 10 cm diameter hole on the wall. Separate hole has to make for condenser as well as for evaporator.
- Noise level very low, almost negligible because of condenser located outside of the room.
- Re-installation cost very high due to refill the gas on re-installation and tricky transportation.
It's the smart way to select the products without reading buying guides Install the Android App now
Make the best purchase decision with the help of Air Conditioner selector.
Air Conditioner selector
Bye bye to reading buying guides,
try our smart tool
Recommended articles for Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner types and buying guide
-
AC buying guide
-
Inverter AC vs normal 5 star AC
-
Window AC vs Split AC
-
Air conditioner tips for electricity savings
-
Air conditioner aluminium coil vs copper coil
-
Can we use air conditioner water for plants?