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LG Libero SC18EQ Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530Cooling capacity:5.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):7Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:48 dB

LG Libero SC18EQ 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.

LG Libero SC18EQ
8.9/10

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

80%

8.9

Technical score

20%

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User score

★Better than 99% of air conditioners
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

5.7

Price

★Better than 93%
8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

40%

8.8

Performance

40%

9.7

Features

20%

7.5

Design

★Better than 99%
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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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Best prices
    N/A~ £530
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner LG Libero SC18EQ

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 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 100% of models
Score components:

40%

8.8

Performance

40%

9.7

Features

20%

7.5

Design

8.9
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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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
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Popularity:
LG Libero SC18EQ 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
8.0/ 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
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

5.7

Price

8.0
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)
7
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 7, which is higher than that of 76.3% of air conditioners and the same as that of 5.8% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.3
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.3, which is higher than that of 74.7% of air conditioners and the same as that of 3.2% 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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LG Libero SC18EQ vs the average air conditioner

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  • 3 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • 8 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (48 dB vs 56 dB).
    48 dB vs 56 dB
  • 0.7 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7 vs 6.3).
    7 vs 6.3
  • 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
  • 335 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (930 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    930 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 0.3 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.3 vs 4).
    4.3 vs 4
  • 9 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (53 dB vs 62 dB).
    53 dB vs 62 dB
  • Includes an activated carbon filter
    This air conditioner includes an activated carbon filter, while the average air conditioner does not include an activated carbon filter.
  • 11.7% better value for money
    LG Libero SC18EQ offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.95 vs 7.1).
    7.95 vs 7.12
  • 8 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (48 dB vs 56 dB).
    48 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
  • 0.7 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7 vs 6.3).
    7 vs 6.3
  • 335 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (930 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    930 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 0.3 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.3 vs 4).
    4.3 vs 4
  • 9 dB lower outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (53 dB vs 62 dB).
    53 dB vs 62 dB
  • 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
  • 3 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • Includes an activated carbon filter
    This air conditioner includes an activated carbon filter, while the average air conditioner does not include an activated carbon filter.
  • 37.9% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (12 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    12 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 19.3 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (99.8 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    99.8 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 5.5 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (34.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 0.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 6% more expensive
    LG Libero SC18EQ is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£530 vs £500).
    £530 vs £500
  • 6% more expensive
    LG Libero SC18EQ is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£530 vs £500).
    £530 vs £500
  • 37.9% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (12 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    12 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 19.3 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (99.8 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    99.8 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 5.5 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (34.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    34.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 0.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21 cm vs 20.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about LG Libero SC18EQ

  • Equipped with the Dual Inverter Compressor, which users praise for being exceptionally quiet and highly energy-efficient (A++ energy rating)
  • Fast and powerful cooling and heating capabilities even in extreme temperatures
  • Active Energy Control feature allows users to easily adjust energy consumption limits (80%, 60%, 40%) to reduce electric bills
  • Modern, slim aesthetic design that blends seamlessly into room interiors
  • Features the Gold Fin anti-corrosion coating, enhancing the long-term durability of the heat exchanger

What we don't like about LG Libero SC18EQ

  • Higher initial purchase price compared to standard non-inverter brands or other entry-level models in the same BTU class
  • Requires professional installation to ensure vacuuming, piping, and wiring are done correctly
  • Smart home integration (such as voice control or app setup) can occasionally require troubleshooting to pair with local Wi-Fi networks

Verdict

The LG Libero SC18EQ is an 18,000 BTU wall-mounted split air conditioner powered by a DUAL Inverter Compressor with a nominal cooling capacity of 5.0 kW and heating capacity of 5.8 kW. Operating on eco-friendly R32 refrigerant, it boasts high energy efficiency with an A++/A+ seasonal rating and features a dual-protection filter, Comfort Air technology, 3-dimensional airflow, and an Active Energy Control system to limit power consumption. Key advantages include rapid cooling, exceptionally quiet indoor operation ranging from 31 to 44 dB(A), and automated internal moisture cleaning. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of built-in Wi-Fi compared to higher-end smart models, and users have reported potential long-term risks of refrigerant gas leaks and noisy outdoor compressor operation.

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