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Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£380Cooling capacity:2.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.4Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:55 dB

Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 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.

Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
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Score components

80%

7.4

Technical score

20%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 66% of air conditioners
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Air Conditioners category with their prices.
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When you are comparing products in the Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

â–²Better than 83%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 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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Score components

40%

5.1

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

8.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 54%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 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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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Ranked #35 of 178 models in Air Conditioners (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of air conditioner Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 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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Score components:

40%

5.1

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

8.8

Design

7.4
User score
User score
9.2/ 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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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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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Popularity:
Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.6% of products in this category.
10
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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Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

7.6
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
2.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 2.5 kW, which is lower than that of 88.8% of air conditioners and the same as that of 10% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
9,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
6.4
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.4, which is higher than that of 57.1% of air conditioners and the same as that of 3.2% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.1
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.1, which is higher than that of 57.6% of air conditioners and the same as that of 10.1% 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
no
This air conditioner has no display (no); 82.6% of air conditioners do, while 17.4% do not.
Display position
none
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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Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 2 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 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
  • 2 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (60 dB vs 62 dB).
    60 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.1 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.1 vs 4).
    4.1 vs 4
  • 95 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (690 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    690 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 3.5 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (77 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    77 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 15 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (50 m² vs 35 m²).
    50 m² vs 35 m²
  • 10x more popular
    Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU is more popular than the average air conditioner (10 vs 1).
    10 vs 1
  • 14.5% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 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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    Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU
    the average air conditioner
    Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (9.16 vs 8.000).
    9.16 vs 8
  • 6.3% better value for money
    Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.57 vs 7.1).
    7.57 vs 7.12
  • 31.6% cheaper
    Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£380 vs £500).
    £380 vs £500
  • 2 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (60 dB vs 62 dB).
    60 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.1 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.1 vs 4).
    4.1 vs 4
  • 95 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (690 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    690 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 15 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (50 m² vs 35 m²).
    50 m² vs 35 m²
  • 1 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (55 dB vs 56 dB).
    55 dB vs 56 dB
  • 0.1 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.4 vs 6.3).
    6.4 vs 6.3
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 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
  • 3.5 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (77 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    77 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 0.4 cm lower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.6 cm vs 29 cm).
    28.6 cm vs 29 cm
  • 1 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (2.5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    2.5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 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 voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • Does not support an anti-mould function
    This air conditioner does not support an anti-mould function, while the average air conditioner supports an anti-mould function.
  • 2 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.5 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 1 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (2.5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    2.5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 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 voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • Does not support an anti-mould function
    This air conditioner does not support an anti-mould function, while the average air conditioner supports an anti-mould function.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 2 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.5 cm vs 20.5 cm

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What we like about Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU

  • Extremely quiet operation down to 20 dBA, making it ideal for nighttime use.
  • Excellent cooling and heating performance that reaches the desired temperature in minutes.
  • High energy efficiency with A++ class for cooling and A+ for heating.
  • Equipped with useful operating modes like Econo, Comfort, and a Powerful mode for rapid climate control.
  • Compact indoor unit design (770mm width) that easily fits above standard doors.
  • Includes effective air filtration features like dust removal and a titanium apatite/silver ion air purifying system.
  • Reliable build quality with an anti-corrosion blue-fin treatment on the outdoor unit heat exchanger.

What we don't like about Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATXF25E/ARXF25E 9000 BTU

  • Wi-Fi connectivity is only 'Wi-Fi Ready' and requires purchasing an optional BRP069C47 online controller accessory separately.
  • Airflow distribution system is fairly basic compared to higher-end Daikin models.
  • As an entry-to-mid-tier model, it lacks advanced premium features like intelligent eye motion sensors or full 3D airflow found in luxury ranges.

Verdict

The Daikin Siesta Pro Era ATX (such as the ATXF-A/E series) is a wall-mounted wall split inverter air conditioner available in capacities like 9,000 BTU (2.5 kW cooling / 2.8 kW heating) and 12,000 BTU (3.3 kW cooling / 3.5 kW heating). It operates on eco-friendly R-32 refrigerant, delivering an A++ energy efficiency rating for cooling and featuring a 5-step fan speed, automatic vertical swing, a dehumidification program, and a titanium apatite deodorising air filter. Main pros include whisper-quiet indoor unit silent operation down to 19–20 dB(A), an Econo mode that slashes standby energy consumption by up to 80%, and Onecta app smart control capabilities via voice assistants. Main cons are that the Wi-Fi card/module is often optional rather than built-in, requiring a separate accessory purchase, and its advanced multi-split configurations carry higher upfront purchase and installation costs.

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