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Which air conditioner should you buy?

Take our product finder quiz and we’ll tell you which split system is best for you.

Why is room size important?

Choosing the right room size means the air conditioner will be more efficient and cost less to run. Don't be tempted to go smaller to save money, or larger to keep your house really cold. Our tip is to choose the option that is equal or slightly greater than the size of your room.

When is heating as well as cooling useful?

A reverse-cycle air conditioner can heat as well as cool. It's by far the cheapest heating appliance to run. Cooling-only is generally cheaper to buy. But even if you only use heating occasionally, you're better off getting a reverse-cycle model in most cases.

Do I need built-in Wi-Fi?

Smart ACs have built-in Wi-Fi that lets you to control the air conditioner with an app on your phone. You can turn it on or off, set temperatures and monitor energy use when you’re away. If you select no, we’ll show you models without Wi-Fi, but you can still buy a separate adaptor to turn it into a ‘smart AC’.

Answer four simple questions. We compare your answers with our expert reviews of over 240 split systems, and suggest the best for your needs.

What size is your room?

Select your room size and we'll work out what cooling capacity you need.

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Why is room size important?

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Do you want to heat and cool your room?

If you want heating and cooling we’ll find models that are efficient at both.

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When is heating as well as cooling useful?

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Do you want built-in Wi-Fi?

Some models have built-in Wi-Fi, known as a smart AC. If you choose no to Wi-Fi, you can buy a separate adapter to add it later. 

Select Yes or No to continue

Do I need built-in Wi-Fi?

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Are you looking for specific brands?

If you have a brand in mind, or your installer has recommended one,
we’ll only show you the ones you select.

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