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Baxi Astra 12000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Cooling capacity:3.6 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.2Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:53 dB

Baxi Astra 12000 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.

Baxi Astra 12000 BTU
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

80%

7.5

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 53% of air conditioners
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–²Better than 83%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

40%

5.2

Performance

40%

8.8

Features

20%

9.7

Design

â–²Better than 56%
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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
â–¼ 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~ £330
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Baxi Astra 12000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

40%

5.2

Performance

40%

8.8

Features

20%

9.7

Design

7.5
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
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Baxi Astra 12000 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
7.6/ 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
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.6
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
3.6 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 3.6 kW, which is higher than that of 68.8% of air conditioners and the same as that of 0.6% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
12,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
6.2
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.2, which is lower than that of 57.1% of air conditioners and the same as that of 4.5% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.2
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.2, which is higher than that of 70.3% of air conditioners and the same as that of 3.8% 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
no
Does this air conditioner include dehumidification mode? no. 93.8% of air conditioners do not, while 6.2% do.
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 and onboard controls
This air conditioner provides remote control and onboard controls physical controls, ahead of 83.2% of air conditioners and equal to 16.9%.
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Baxi Astra 12000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • Broader physical control options
    For physical control setup, this air conditioner lists remote control and onboard controls, while the average air conditioner lists remote control.
    remote control and onboard controls vs remote control
  • 3 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (53 dB vs 56 dB).
    53 dB vs 56 dB
  • 0.2 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.2 vs 4).
    4.2 vs 4
  • 8% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 0.1 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.6 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    3.6 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 1.3 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (79.2 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    79.2 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Baxi Astra 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.58 vs 7.1).
    7.58 vs 7.12
  • 51.5% cheaper
    Baxi Astra 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Baxi Astra 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.58 vs 7.1).
    7.58 vs 7.12
  • 51.5% cheaper
    Baxi Astra 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 3 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (53 dB vs 56 dB).
    53 dB vs 56 dB
  • 0.2 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.2 vs 4).
    4.2 vs 4
  • 0.1 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.6 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    3.6 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 5 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (600 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    600 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • Broader physical control options
    For physical control setup, this air conditioner lists remote control and onboard controls, while the average air conditioner lists remote control.
    remote control and onboard controls vs remote control
  • 8% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1.3 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (79.2 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    79.2 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 0.4 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (20.1 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    20.1 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • No dehumidification mode
    Does this air conditioner dehumidify independently? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 0.1 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.2 vs 6.3).
    6.2 vs 6.3
  • 0.2 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (29.2 cm vs 29 cm).
    29.2 cm vs 29 cm
  • 0.1 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.2 vs 6.3).
    6.2 vs 6.3
  • No dehumidification mode
    Does this air conditioner dehumidify independently? no. Does the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 0.2 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (29.2 cm vs 29 cm).
    29.2 cm vs 29 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Baxi Astra 12000 BTU

  • Excellent value for money and affordable pricing
  • Highly praised for silent operation reaching as low as 20 dB(A)
  • Elegant minimalist aesthetic with a clean matte white finish
  • Convenient user features including iFeel temperature tracking and Auto Clean
  • Fast and uncomplicated installation process due to a removable bottom cover
  • Eco-friendly performance with strong energy efficiency ratings

What we don't like about Baxi Astra 12000 BTU

  • Wi-Fi connectivity requires buying a separate optional USB dongle accessory
  • Brand is traditionally less established in the AC market compared to major Japanese competitors
  • Some users report long-term electrical component durability issues over extended years of use

Verdict

The Baxi Astra is a wall-hung DC inverter heat pump air conditioner available in capacities ranging from 7,000 to 24,000 BTU, utilizing eco-friendly R32 refrigerant. Its main characteristics include an extended operating temperature range from -15°C to +52°C, a double set of vertical and horizontal leaf-shaped fins for uniform air distribution, and automated modes like iFeel, Auto Clean, and independent dehumidification. Key advantages feature a high energy efficiency rating of A++ in cooling and A+ in heating, whisper-quiet operation reaching down to 20 dB(A), and a removable bottom cover that simplifies rapid gas connections from the back, left, or right sides during installation. However, a prominent disadvantage is that Wi-Fi connectivity for smart remote control via the Air Connect app is not built-in and requires the separate purchase of an optional plug-and-play USB module.

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