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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£880
  • Avg. price in US: ~$950
  • Cooling capacity: 3.4 kW
  • Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER): 5.93
  • Maximum indoor-unit sound power level: 52 dB

Ariston Prios 9+9 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.

7.0

Overall score

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.

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80.0%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.0

Technical Score

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 components:

40.0%

4.3

Performance

40.0%

8.5

Features

20.0%

9.4

Design

Very good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 9.5
    Compactness

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.5

    Indoor unit width

    30.0%

    10

    Indoor unit depth

    20.0%

    9.6

    Indoor unit height

    20.0%

    10

    Indoor unit weight

  • 8.3
    Bedroom comfort

    Score components:

    40.0%

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    Night mode

    25.0%

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    Timer

    20.0%

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    Maximum timer duration

    15.0%

    10

    Automatic mode

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £880

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Verdict

The Ariston Prios 9+9 is a wall-mounted dual-split inverter air conditioner utilizing eco-friendly R32 refrigerant gas, delivering 9,000+9,000 BTU/h cooling capacity and a nominal heating capacity of 5.6 kW suitable for two separate rooms up to 25 square meters each. Its primary advantages include high energy efficiency ratings of A++ for cooling and A+ for heating, a highly quiet operation that drops to a faint-breeze noise level of 21-23 dBa, an advanced Cold-Catalyst antibacterial air purification filter, and an intelligent 'Follow Me' remote temperature sensor feature. However, a notable con is that integrated Wi-Fi connectivity requires a separate smart key kit purchase to unlock app control, and the physical multi-split hardware demands expert installation with distinct hydraulic balancing across both internal zones.

Technical Specifications of air conditioner Ariston Prios 9+9

Technical Score

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.

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Performance

40.0%

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Features

20.0%

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Design

7.0
Ariston Prios 9+9 has a technical score of 7 points, which is lower than 77% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Ariston Prios 9+9 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

2.2

Price

5.6
Ariston Prios 9+9 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.6 points, which is lower than 92.1% of products in this category.
Split configuration
What it is: Split configuration states how many indoor units are paired with the air-conditioning system, such as mono, dual, triple, quad, or penta split.
When it matters: It matters when you are planning climate control for one room or several rooms from a shared outdoor unit.

Importance: LOW

dual split
Cooling capacity
What it is: Cooling capacity is the rate at which the air conditioner can remove heat from a room, expressed in kilowatts.
When it matters: Adequate capacity is essential for cooling the intended room size without excessive run time or poor temperature control.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 kW

3.4 kW
Ariston Prios 9+9 delivers a cooling capacity of 3.4 kW, which is lower than that of 54.7% of air conditioners and the same as that of 10% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
What it is: Indoor-unit capacity configuration shows how the system’s BTU/h capacity is distributed across its indoor units.
When it matters: It matters when sizing a multi-split system for rooms with different cooling loads.

Importance: LOW

2 × 9000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
What it is: SEER expresses the air conditioner’s average cooling efficiency over a typical season.
When it matters: A higher SEER generally means less electricity is needed to deliver the same seasonal cooling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 6.1

5.93
Ariston Prios 9+9 has a SEER rating of 5.93, which is lower than that of 97.4% of air conditioners and the same as that of 0.6% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
What it is: SCOP expresses the air conditioner’s average heating efficiency over a typical season.
When it matters: A higher SCOP generally means less electricity is needed to provide the same seasonal heating.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 4.0

4
Ariston Prios 9+9 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
What it is: An inverter compressor can vary its operating speed instead of relying only on full-power on and off cycles.
When it matters: Variable compressor output can improve temperature stability, efficiency, and part-load noise.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: yes

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Does Ariston Prios 9+9 use an inverter compressor? yes. 12.4% of air conditioners do, while 87.6% do not.
Heating function
What it is: A heating function reverses or supplements normal operation to warm the room.
When it matters: Heating extends seasonal usefulness and can replace a separate spot heater in mild weather.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Can Ariston Prios 9+9 heat the room? no. 93.2% of air conditioners cannot, while 6.8% can.
Active air purification
What it is: Active air purification uses a dedicated treatment function beyond ordinary passive filtration to improve indoor air quality.
When it matters: It is useful when reducing fine particles, allergens, odors, or other airborne contaminants is a priority.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Does Ariston Prios 9+9 actively purify the air? no. 27% of air conditioners do not, while 73.1% do.
Dehumidification mode
What it is: Dehumidification mode removes moisture from room air with reduced emphasis on cooling.
When it matters: This mode improves comfort in humid weather and can help control indoor dampness.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Does Ariston Prios 9+9 include dehumidification mode? yes. 6.8% of air conditioners do, while 93.2% do not.
Fan-only mode
What it is: Fan-only mode circulates room air without running the refrigeration cycle.
When it matters: This mode provides lower-power airflow when cooling is unnecessary.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Does Ariston Prios 9+9 offer fan-only mode? yes. 6.2% of air conditioners do, while 93.8% do not.
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Color
What it is: Color identifies the main exterior finish of the indoor unit.
When it matters: Color matters when the indoor unit remains visible and should suit the room decor.

Importance: LOW

white
Body material
What it is: Body material identifies the primary exterior housing material of the indoor unit.
When it matters: Housing material affects appearance, rigidity, cleaning, and resistance to everyday wear.

Importance: LOW

plastic
Display
What it is: A display shows temperature, operating mode, timer, or status information on the indoor unit.
When it matters: A built-in display makes current settings easier to check without opening an app or using the remote.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Ariston Prios 9+9 includes a display (yes); 18% of air conditioners do not, while 82% do.
Display position
What it is: Display position identifies where the integrated display sits on the indoor or main unit.
When it matters: A well-placed display is easier to read from the usual viewing angle without obstructing the room layout.

Importance: LOW

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Physical control methods
What it is: Physical control methods identify the supplied remote and user-facing controls on the unit.
When it matters: Physical controls matter when you want to operate the air conditioner without relying on Wi-Fi, an app, or voice control.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: remote control and onboard controls

remote control
Ariston Prios 9+9 provides remote control physical controls, ahead of 1.1% of air conditioners and equal to 81.5%.
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Ariston Prios 9+9 vs the average air conditioner

  • 4 dB lower indoor sound power
    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (52 dB vs 56 dB).
    What it is: Maximum indoor-unit sound power level measures the greatest acoustic power emitted by the indoor unit.
    When it matters: A lower value supports a quieter room, which is especially useful in bedrooms and workspaces.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Up to 55 dB

    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (52 dB vs 56 dB).52 dB vs 56 dB
  • 13.8% lighter indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (7.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    What it is: Indoor unit weight is the net mass of the wall-mounted indoor component.
    When it matters: A lighter indoor unit is easier to lift and places less load on the mounting surface during installation.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Up to 10 kg

    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (7.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).7.5 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    What it is: Indoor unit depth is the front-to-back distance of the wall-mounted unit.
    When it matters: A shallower indoor unit protrudes less into the room and looks less bulky on the wall.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 22 cm

    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 0.5 cm lower indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    What it is: Indoor unit height is the vertical dimension of the wall-mounted indoor unit.
    When it matters: A shorter indoor unit needs less vertical wall space and fits above doors or windows more easily.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 30 cm

    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).28.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 4 dB lower indoor sound power
    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (52 dB vs 56 dB).
  • 13.8% lighter indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (7.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
  • 0.5 cm lower indoor unit
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).

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Performance
Design
  • 0.37 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (5.9 vs 6.3).
  • 2 dB higher outdoor sound power
    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 62 dB).
  • 0.1 kW lower cooling capacity
    Ariston Prios 9+9 delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.4 kW vs 3.5 kW).
  • 5 m² smaller room coverage
    Ariston Prios 9+9 covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).
  • 8 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    Ariston Prios 9+9 delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (587 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
  • No heating function
    Can Ariston Prios 9+9 heat the room? no. Can the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No timer
    Does Ariston Prios 9+9 include a timer? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 0.37 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (5.9 vs 6.3).
    What it is: SEER expresses the air conditioner’s average cooling efficiency over a typical season.
    When it matters: A higher SEER generally means less electricity is needed to deliver the same seasonal cooling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 6.1

    Ariston Prios 9+9 has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (5.9 vs 6.3).5.93 vs 6.3
  • No heating function
    Can Ariston Prios 9+9 heat the room? no. Can the average air conditioner? yes.
    What it is: A heating function reverses or supplements normal operation to warm the room.
    When it matters: Heating extends seasonal usefulness and can replace a separate spot heater in mild weather.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Can Ariston Prios 9+9 heat the room? no. Can the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No timer
    Does Ariston Prios 9+9 include a timer? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
    What it is: A timer lets the unit start, stop, or change operation after a scheduled interval.
    When it matters: Timer control helps cool a room before use and avoids running the unit longer than necessary.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Does Ariston Prios 9+9 include a timer? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 2 dB higher outdoor sound power
    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 62 dB).
    What it is: Maximum outdoor-unit sound power level measures the greatest acoustic power emitted by the outdoor unit.
    When it matters: A lower value reduces the likelihood of disturbing neighbours or nearby outdoor spaces.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Up to 65 dB

    Ariston Prios 9+9 operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 62 dB).64 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.1 kW lower cooling capacity
    Ariston Prios 9+9 delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.4 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    What it is: Cooling capacity is the rate at which the air conditioner can remove heat from a room, expressed in kilowatts.
    When it matters: Adequate capacity is essential for cooling the intended room size without excessive run time or poor temperature control.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 3.5 kW

    Ariston Prios 9+9 delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.4 kW vs 3.5 kW).3.4 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 26.5% worse value for money
    Ariston Prios 9+9 offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.56 vs 7.036).
    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.
    Ariston Prios 9+9 offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.56 vs 7.036).5.56 vs 7.04
  • 5 m² smaller room coverage
    Ariston Prios 9+9 covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).
    What it is: Maximum recommended room area is the largest floor area the manufacturer recommends for effective operation.
    When it matters: It helps match the system to the intended room size and avoid choosing an undersized unit.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 35 m²

    Ariston Prios 9+9 covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).30 m² vs 35 m²
  • 76% more expensive
    Ariston Prios 9+9 is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£880 vs £500).
    Ariston Prios 9+9 is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£880 vs £500).£880 vs £500
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What customers like about Ariston Prios 9+9?

  • High energy efficiency with an A++ rating for cooling
  • Quiet indoor operation, reaching noise levels as low as 21–22 dB(A)
  • Useful 'Follow Me' feature that regulates temperature based on the remote's location
  • Eco-friendly R32 refrigerant reduces environmental impact
  • Booster/Turbo mode allows for rapid cooling and heating
  • Built-in memory function automatically saves and restores the last used settings
  • Integrated anti-odor and self-cleaning functions maintain internal hygiene

What customers dislike about Ariston Prios 9+9?

  • Wi-Fi connectivity is not built-in and requires purchasing a separate Wi-Fi kit
  • The Ariston Clima smart app occasionally glitched or lost pairing after power outages
  • Certain functions like 'Booster' and 'Silence' modes are sometimes restricted depending on the multi-split configuration

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