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Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,080Cooling capacity:5.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.1Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:47 dB

Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU Review: Compare 46 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Air Conditioners category and whether it is worth buying.

Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Air Conditioners category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

80%

7.6

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▲Better than 55% of air conditioners
5.6

Value for money

Value for money
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 93%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components

40%

6.7

Performance

40%

8.5

Features

20%

7.5

Design

▲Better than 58%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £1,080
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components:

40%

6.7

Performance

40%

8.5

Features

20%

7.5

Design

7.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Air Conditioners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.6
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
5.5 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 5.5 kW, which is higher than that of 88.8% of air conditioners and the same as that of 1.2% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
18,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
6.1
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.1, which is lower than that of 62.2% of air conditioners and the same as that of 34% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4, which is higher than that of 4.4% of air conditioners and the same as that of 49.4% of air conditioners.
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Inverter compressor
yes
Does this air conditioner use an inverter compressor? yes. 12.4% of air conditioners do, while 87.6% do not.
Heating function
yes
Can this air conditioner heat the room? yes. 7.3% of air conditioners can, while 92.7% cannot.
Active air purification
no
Does this air conditioner actively purify the air? no. 27% of air conditioners do not, while 73.1% do.
Dehumidification mode
yes
Does this air conditioner include dehumidification mode? yes. 6.8% of air conditioners do, while 93.2% do not.
Fan-only mode
yes
Does this air conditioner offer fan-only mode? yes. 6.2% of air conditioners do, while 93.8% do not.
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Color
white
Body material
plastic
Display
yes
This air conditioner includes a display (yes); 18% of air conditioners do not, while 82% do.
Display position
front right
Physical control methods
remote control
This air conditioner provides remote control physical controls, ahead of 1.1% of air conditioners and equal to 81.5%.
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Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 9 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (47 dB vs 56 dB).
    47 dB vs 56 dB
  • 2 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5.5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5.5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 255 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 8 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (54 dB vs 62 dB).
    54 dB vs 62 dB
  • 25 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (60 m² vs 35 m²).
    60 m² vs 35 m²
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 9 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (47 dB vs 56 dB).
    47 dB vs 56 dB
  • 2 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5.5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5.5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 255 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 8 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (54 dB vs 62 dB).
    54 dB vs 62 dB
  • 25 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (60 m² vs 35 m²).
    60 m² vs 35 m²
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 0.2 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.1 vs 6.3).
    6.1 vs 6.3
  • 16.7 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (97.2 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    97.2 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 1.2 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (30.2 cm vs 29 cm).
    30.2 cm vs 29 cm
  • 1.9 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.4 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • No Eco mode
    Does this air conditioner include Eco mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 27.1% worse value for money
    Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.6 vs 7.1).
    5.6 vs 7.12
  • 27.1% worse value for money
    Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.6 vs 7.1).
    5.6 vs 7.12
  • 2.16x more expensive
    Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£1,080 vs £500).
    £1,080 vs £500
  • 0.2 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.1 vs 6.3).
    6.1 vs 6.3
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • No Eco mode
    Does this air conditioner include Eco mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 16.7 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (97.2 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    97.2 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 1.2 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (30.2 cm vs 29 cm).
    30.2 cm vs 29 cm
  • 1.9 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.4 cm vs 20.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU

  • Easy DIY installation thanks to the pre-charged, patented ReadyClim quick-connection system
  • Excellent value for money compared to high-end premium brands
  • Highly energy efficient performance with low electricity consumption in both heating and cooling modes
  • Quiet operation on lower fan settings, reaching levels as low as 19-31 dBA
  • Powerful performance that efficiently covers large open areas up to 60 square meters
  • Convenient remote management via smart home compatibility and the Smart Life mobile app

What we don't like about Airton 5.5 kW 18000 BTU

  • Airflow can blow quite strongly in a localized direction when running on full power settings
  • Strict, complex warranty policies that require manual annual renewals to maintain long-term coverage
  • Mandatory professional intervention is still legally required in certain regions like France to commission and release the gas
  • Connecting pipes are sometimes sold separately and might not be explicitly bundled with the core unit
  • Customer service response times can be slow or delayed during peak summer seasons
  • The outdoor unit can produce noticeable vibration noises if not mounted correctly on rubber pads or concrete blocks

Verdict

The Airton 5.5 kW (18,000 BTU) is a reversible wall-mounted mini-split air conditioner and heat pump utilizing an eco-friendly R32 refrigerant and a Panasonic compressor. It delivers 5,270 W of cooling capacity and 5,500 W of heating power, engineered to regulate environments up to 60 square meters with an indoor airflow of 850 m³/h. Key pros include high energy efficiency (SEER 6.3 / SCOP 4.0, rated A++/A+), smart home integration (compatible with the Smart Life app, Google Home, and Alexa via an optional Wi-Fi module), a dedicated dehumidifier mode, and compatibility with the brand's pre-charged, easy-install ReadyClim system. However, cons include an outdoor sound pressure level that peaks at 54 dB, a reliance on an optional rather than built-in Wi-Fi module for smart controls, and an indoor noise range reaching up to 47 dB under high-power settings.

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