Summer is knocking at the door and we can already feel the wrath of the midday sun. It’s time to bring home an AC to beat the heat, or else, be prepared to get soaked in sweat. Not many people can afford a central air conditioner in their home. For most Indian consumers a window air conditioner machine is the most affordable option.
Window ACs are not only an affordable cooling option, they are energy efficient too. These machines (aka units) fit beautifully inside your window, and a wide range of models of various shapes and sizes are available to cool rooms of all sizes.
But why a window air conditioner?
Here is a list of benefits you get from a window air conditioner:
1. Low Cost
Window air conditioners are the cheapest cooling solution available in the market. Their price is really low and you don’t get an eye-popping bill, nerve wracking energy-bill every month.
The price of a window AC depends on the brand, tonnage capacity and the features associated with the device . Their price can be as low as 18,000 INR, and as high as 50,000 INR. But don’t worry, you can always buy a decent unit paying around 25,000 INR.
The rule of thumb is that a bigger room needs a unit with higher tonnage or BTU capacity. A 1 tonne AC is enough to cool a room of 100 sq. feet. But remember that there is something called ‘heat load’. Heat load is impacted by the number of electrical appliances in the room, exposure of the room to direct sunlight, average occupancy of the room in terms of number of people, and the number of doors and windows in the room. If the heat load is too much you decide accordingly. ACs with higher BTU capacities obviously cost more.
Brands
From LG to Godrej, there are dozens of manufacturers out there, and they all offer quality products, with some being better than others. To give you a place to start and help you select the right brand, in this article, we have listed only the top brands that you can trust. Try the ACs given in the list and you will not regret.
Features
Modern window air conditioners come with myriads of features, and to you some of those features may be like “not really useful’. But you will love most of them and they are a necessity for you. Remember that these features will range from unit to unit and brand to brand, and more features means higher price range.
Having said that, the initial cost of a window air conditioner is still going to be relatively low compared to the popular split air conditioners.
Comparatively Low Electricity Bill
According to experts, this is the most attractive benefit of having a window air conditioner at home. Indeed, these machines keep your living room comparatively cool without making you spend a lot of money on electricity bills. For middle class Indian consumers window ACs are just the perfect option for summer.
The majority of window air conditioners have an attractive energy efficiency ratio (EER). You will be amazed when you will see how much they cool compared to how much energy they require to run. To save more on electricity bills, buy a window unit with a high EER rating(given in number of stars). You must check the energy star rating offered by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) on the unit you intend to purchase. More BEE stars means less electricity consumption. If possible, bring home a 5 star window AC.
Easy to Install
Another attraction is the easy installation process. It’s a rather straight-forward process and something that can be easily accomplished without much experience or expertise. There is no need to bore the wall and you may need another person to help you follow the step-by-step instructions given in the user’s manual. You may hire someone to do the installation for you, but you can save a lot of money if you can do it yourself.
Doesn’t Take Up Floor Space
Since they are designed to fit inside a window,a window AC doesn’t occupy your living space. This benefit makes them ideal for small houses or rooms with very limited living space. Most of the body of a window air conditioner remains outside the room, and therefore does not interfere with the activities in the room.
Useful in summer, as well as in winter
Window air conditioners can do more than just cool down your room; they can heat it up too.. You can always buy a window unit that can do both heating and cooling for your room. This dual-function makes it attractive to most Indian consumers because, they have a viable way to cut your energy bills all year long. Whether you’re in the height of summer heat or the depths of a winter freeze, you will always have control of the temperature in your home without having to spend an arm and a leg. And there are also some window air conditioners that double as an air purifier. These units typically come with anti-microbial or HEPA filters to help reduce odors, allergens, and other airborne particles that can have a negative effect on your indoor air quality.
More Portable
Comaparatively window ACs are more portable that split ACs, but this doesn’t mean that you can carry it from room to room like a table fan. It just means that window air conditioners are perfect for non-permanent residences as they can be reinstalled anywhere there is a window.
Having said that, her is a list of the top 10 most popular window air conditioners in India that you can bring home today:
1. LG 1 Ton 5 Star Wi-Fi Inverter Window AC (Copper, Air filter, 2020 Model, JW-Q12WUZA, White)
Features:
- Windows AC with inverter compressor: Economical and easy to install. It has variable speed compressor which adjusts power depending on heat load and is energy efficient
- Capacity: 1.0 Tonnage Range. Suitable for medium sized rooms (< = 110 square ft)
- Warranty: 1 Year (Comprehensive), 10 Years (Compressor with Gas Charging *T&C)
- Energy Rating: 5 Star. Best in class efficiency. Annual energy consumption: 707.30 units. ISEER value: 3.50 (please refer energy Label on product page or contact brand for more details)
- Copper with ocean black protection: Prevents from Rust & Corrosion; Increase Durability ; Uninterrupted Cooling
- Special features: DUAL inverter; Ocean Black Protection; Voice Control (Works with Alexa, Google Assistance); Digital display (LED); Stabilizer Free Plus (145V~290V); Low Gas Detection; Easy Installation and Usage; Super Silent Operation; Clean Filter Indication; Top Air Discharge
- Refrigerant gas: R32. Environment friendly – no ozone depletion potential and low global warming potential
2. Haier 1 Ton 3 Star Window AC (Copper, High Density Filter, 2020 Model, HWU12C-CV3CNB1, White)
Features:
- Window AC with faster cooling- designed with smart, advanced and innovative technology.
- Capacity: 1 Ton suitable for Small sized room (Upto 100 square feet).
- Energy rating: 3 star, Annual energy consumption: 907 KWH, ISEER value: 2.91 (Please refer energy label on product page or contact brand for more details)
- Warranty: 1 Year on Product (Comprehensive), 6 Years on Compressor (Compressor with Gas Charging T&C).
- The AC Comes with 100% Grooved Copper that gives better cooling and requires low maintenance
- Special Feature: This Ac comes with Up to 15Mtr Long Air Throw, 3 Cooling Modes, dehumidifier & Super Anti-Corrosion Technology
- Refrigerant gas: R32 that is environmental friendly with no ozone depletion potential.
3. Panasonic 1.5 Ton 3 Star Window AC (Copper, PM 2.5 Filter, 2020 Model, CW-LC183AM White)
Features:
- Windows AC: Economical & easy to install
- Capacity: 1.5 Ton – Suitable for medium sized rooms (111 to 150 sq ft)
- Energy Rating : 3 Star, Annual Energy Consumption : 1300.5 kWh, ISEER Value : 3.01
- Manufacturer Warranty:1 year Comprehensive and 5 years on Compressor
- Copper Condenser Coil: Better cooling and requires low maintenance
- Quick Cooling and Wide Coverage , Energy Savings ,Better Air Throw,Good Quality of air with PM 2.5 Filtration and Built in Temperature Indicators for the models
- Refrigerant gas: R22
4. Blue Star 1.5 Ton 5 Star Window AC (Copper, 2019 Model, 5W18GBT, White)
Features:
- Windows AC: Economical & easy to install.
- 1.5 Ton: Suitable for 150 to 170 Sq Ft
- Energy Rating: 5 star: , Annual Energy Consumption (as per energy label):1161.16units, ISEER Value: 3.4
- Manufacturer Warranty:1 year on product, 1 year on condenser, 5 years on compressor
- Copper Condenser Coil: Better cooling and requires low maintenance
- Special Features: dust_filter
- Dehumidifier
5. Voltas 1.5 Ton 5 Star Window AC (Copper 185 LZH/185 LZH R32 White)
Features:
- Windows AC: Economical & easy to install
- Capacity: 1.5 Ton. Suitable for medium sized rooms (111 to 150 sq ft), Power Features: 230 V / 50 Hz
- Energy Rating: 5 Star. Best in class efficiency. Annual Energy Consumption: 1157.29 units. ISEER Value: 3.31 (Please refer energy label on product page or contact brand for more details)
- Manufacturer Warranty : 1 year on product, 1 year on condenser, 5 years on compressor
- Copper Condenser Coil: Better cooling and requires low maintenance
- Special Features: Anti-bacterial Filter;Dust Filter;Dehumidifier
- Refrigerant gas: R22
6. LG 2.0 Ton 5 Star Wi-Fi Inverter Window AC (Copper, Air filter, 2020 Model, JW-Q24WUZA, White)
Features:
- Windows AC with inverter compressor: Economical and easy to install. It has variable speed compressor which adjusts power depending on heat load and is energy efficient
- 2 Tonnage Range capacity: Suitable for large sized rooms ( = 180 square ft.)
- Energy Rating: 5 Star. Best in class efficiency. Annual energy consumption: 1370.63 units. ISEER Value: 3.50 (please refer energy Label on product page or contact brand for more details)
- Warranty: 1 Year (Comprehensive), 10 Years (Compressor with Gas Charging *T&C)
- Copper with ocean black protection: Prevents from Rust & Corrosion | Increase Durability | Uninterrupted Cooling | Increase Durability
- Special features: Dual inverter; Ocean Black fin; Voice Control (Works with Alexa, Google Assistance); 4 way_air_circulation; Digital LED display ; Clean Filter indicator, Top air discharge, Stabilizer free operation (145V~290V); Low Gas Detection
- Refrigerant gas: R32. Environment friendly – no ozone depletion potential and low global warming pote
7. Godrej 1.5 Ton 5 Star Window AC (Copper, 2019 Model, AC 1.5T GWC 18DTC5-WSA Window, White)
Features:
- Windows AC: Economical & easy to install
- Capacity : 1.5 ton – Suitable for medium sized rooms (111 to 150 sq ft)
- 5 Star: Best in class efficiency
- Manufacturer Warranty : 1 year on product, 1 year on condenser, 5 years on compressor
- 100% COPPER CONDENSER,POWERFUL COOLING,ANTI-DUST FILTER,Cool/Auto/Dry/Fan/Sleep/ECO,SILENT OPERATION
- Included in the box : 1 AC Unit, 1 Remote, Manuals, 1 Warranty Card
8. Panasonic 1.5 Ton 5 Star Window AC (Copper, PM 2.5 Filter, 2020 Model, CW-XN181AM White)
Features:
- Windows AC: Economical & easy to install
- Capacity: 1.5 Ton – Suitable for medium sized rooms (111 to 150 sq ft)
- Energy Rating : 5 Star, Annual Energy Consumption : 1180.00 kWh, ISEER Value : 3.34
- Manufacturer Warranty:1 year Comprehensive and 5 years on Compressor
- Copper Condenser Coil: Better cooling and requires low maintenance
- Quick Cooling and Wide Coverage , Energy Savings ,Better Air Throw,Good Quality of air with PM 2.5 Filtration and Built in Temperature Indicators for the models
- Refrigerant gas: R32 no ozone depletion potential
9. Onida 1 Ton 3 Star Window AC (Copper WA123TRC White)
Features:
- Window AC; 1 ton
- Energy Rating: 3 Star
- Warranty: 1 year on product, 1 year on condenser, 5 years on compressor
- Window Air conditioner with powerful cooling, Hydrophilic fin
- Provides high savings and instant cooling
- With R410 green gas
10. Carrier 3 Star Window Copper AC Starr Neo – 1.5 Ton ( White)
Features:
- LCD Remote Remote Control
- Auto Restart
- Power Save Mode
At the end of the day, we all just want to be comfortable.without causing your energy bill to skyrocket. This summer if you really want to stay cool, you may bring an air conditioning unit home, and if any of the advantages listed above appeal to you, then a window AC unit may just be the perfect device your money can buy.
Also Read: Top 10 Best Air Cooler in India – 2021
