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Daikin STIWKMONO005 Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,500Cooling capacity:3.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):?Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:58 dB

Daikin STIWKMONO005 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.

8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

80%

8.1

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▲Better than 85% of air conditioners
6.0

Value for money

Value for money
6.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 83%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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 88% of models
Score components

40%

7.2

Performance

40%

9.0

Features

20%

8.1

Design

▲Better than 88%
?

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%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Daikin STIWKMONO005

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components:

40%

7.2

Performance

40%

9.0

Features

20%

8.1

Design

8.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
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:
Daikin STIWKMONO005 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
6.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

6.0
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
3.5 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 3.5 kW, which is higher than that of 45.9% of air conditioners and the same as that of 20% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
12,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
?
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.6
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.6, which is higher than that of 81.7% 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
This air conditioner provides remote control physical controls, ahead of 1.1% of air conditioners and equal to 81.5%.
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Daikin STIWKMONO005 vs the average air conditioner

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  • 0.6 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.6 vs 4).
    4.6 vs 4
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 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
  • 1 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (61 dB vs 62 dB).
    61 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.6 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.6 vs 4).
    4.6 vs 4
  • 1 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (61 dB vs 62 dB).
    61 dB vs 62 dB
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 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
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 2 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (58 dB vs 56 dB).
    58 dB vs 56 dB
  • 3x more expensive
    Daikin STIWKMONO005 is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£1,500 vs £500).
    £1,500 vs £500
  • 0.5 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (29.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    29.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 0.7 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21.2 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21.2 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 19.1% worse value for money
    Daikin STIWKMONO005 offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.98 vs 7.1).
    5.98 vs 7.12
  • 3x more expensive
    Daikin STIWKMONO005 is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£1,500 vs £500).
    £1,500 vs £500
  • 19.1% worse value for money
    Daikin STIWKMONO005 offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.98 vs 7.1).
    5.98 vs 7.12
  • 2 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (58 dB vs 56 dB).
    58 dB vs 56 dB
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 0.5 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (29.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    29.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 0.7 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21.2 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21.2 cm vs 20.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Daikin STIWKMONO005

  • Efficient cooling performance with a 12,000 BTU / 1-ton capacity suitable for medium-sized spaces
  • Low energy consumption and high seasonal efficiency ratings standard for Daikin monosplit inverter systems
  • Whisper-quiet indoor operation designed for uninterrupted sleep and a peaceful home environment
  • Reliable and durable build quality using high-performance components

What we don't like about Daikin STIWKMONO005

  • Higher upfront unit purchase and initial setup costs compared to budget brands
  • Requires professional installation by a skilled specialist to ensure proper performance and warranty validity
  • The physical remote control design or app interface can feel uninstinctive or clunky for some users
  • Out-of-warranty spare parts and specialized technical servicing can be expensive

Verdict

The Daikin STIWKMONO005 is a white wall-mounted monosplit inverter air conditioner belonging to the premium Stylish series, providing 5.0 kW (18,000 BTU) of cooling power and 5.8 kW of heating power, making it suitable for spaces up to 51 square meters. It features high energy efficiency with A++ ratings for both cooling and heating, a 7.33 SEER, a 4.60 SCOP, a built-in dehumidifier, and exceptionally quiet indoor operation operating at just 21 dBA. Main advantages include its ultra-compact design (only 18.9 cm deep), Coanda airflow effect distribution, and smart Wi-Fi application management, though its premium features result in a higher upfront cost and more expensive servicing compared to entry-level alternatives.

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