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Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370Cooling capacity:3.2 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.3Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:56 dB

Maxa Lys YDL35R 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.

Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

8.0

User score

▼Worse than 74% of air conditioners
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.3

Price

▲Better than 52%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

40%

4.1

Performance

40%

8.7

Features

20%

9.4

Design

▼Worse than 78%
8.0

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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 75%
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

40%

4.1

Performance

40%

8.7

Features

20%

9.4

Design

7.0
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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 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
▲ Better than 62% of models
Popularity:
Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU has a popularity score of 3.5 points, which is higher than 61.8% of products in this category.
3.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 52% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.3

Price

7.2
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
3.2 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 3.2 kW, which is lower than that of 67.7% of air conditioners and the same as that of 2.4% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
12,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
6.3
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.3, which is higher than that of 44.9% of air conditioners and the same as that of 11.5% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner 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
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 center
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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Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 16.1% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (7.3 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    7.3 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner 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
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 3.49x more popular
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU is more popular than the average air conditioner (3.49 vs 1).
    3.49 vs 1
  • 0.6% higher 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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    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU
    the average air conditioner
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (8.05 vs 8.000).
    8.05 vs 8
  • 35.1% cheaper
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£370 vs £500).
    £370 vs £500
  • 1.7% better value for money
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.24 vs 7.1).
    7.24 vs 7.12
  • 3.49x more popular
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU is more popular than the average air conditioner (3.49 vs 1).
    3.49 vs 1
  • 0.6% higher 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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU
    the average air conditioner
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (8.05 vs 8.000).
    8.05 vs 8
  • 35.1% cheaper
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£370 vs £500).
    £370 vs £500
  • 1.7% better value for money
    Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.24 vs 7.1).
    7.24 vs 7.12
  • 16.1% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (7.3 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    7.3 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner 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
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • Does not support comfort airflow mode
    This air conditioner does not support comfort airflow mode, while the average air conditioner supports comfort airflow mode.
    Provides an airflow pattern intended to reduce direct drafts.
  • 2 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 62 dB).
    64 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.3 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.2 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    3.2 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 10 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (25 m² vs 35 m²).
    25 m² vs 35 m²
  • 5 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (590 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    590 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 2 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (64 dB vs 62 dB).
    64 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.3 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (3.2 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    3.2 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 10 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (25 m² vs 35 m²).
    25 m² vs 35 m²
  • 5 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (590 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    590 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • Does not support comfort airflow mode
    This air conditioner does not support comfort airflow mode, while the average air conditioner supports comfort airflow mode.
    Provides an airflow pattern intended to reduce direct drafts.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU

  • High energy efficiency with A++ cooling and up to A+++ heating ratings
  • Extremely quiet operation, reaching as low as 20–21.5 dB(A) in minimum/sleep mode
  • Rapid temperature management via the fast-acting Turbo/Flash Cooling mode
  • Excellent value for money offering high performance at a competitive price point
  • Compact, lightweight indoor and outdoor units that fit easily into limited spaces
  • Reliable winter performance as a heat pump down to outdoor temperatures of -15°C to -20°C
  • Convenient smart home integration via built-in Wi-Fi functionality and app controls

What we don't like about Maxa Lys YDL35R 12000 BTU

  • Wi-Fi connectivity setup via the companion mobile application can occasionally be unintuitive for non-technical users
  • Standard out-of-the-box installation materials may require additional third-party piping or accessories depending on the layout
  • The minimalist white and beige aesthetic of the indoor unit chassis may not seamlessly complement all premium interior design styles

Verdict

The Maxa Lys YDL35R is a 12,000 BTU monosplit air conditioner featuring a rotary scroll compressor with DC Inverter technology, a cooling capacity of 3.2 kW, and an adjustable four-speed airflow ranging from 280 to 590 m³/h. Operating on eco-friendly R32 refrigerant gas, this unit is exceptionally efficient with an A++/A+++ energy rating, a SEER of 16, a low potential power consumption of 0.9 kW, and a quiet indoor noise profile of 28 dB. Main benefits include an integrated LED screen, specialized weather-resistant chemical treatment on the exchanger fins, and a robust heat pump capable of operating down to -15°C for winter heating. However, it lacks out-of-the-box Wi-Fi connectivity as it is only designated as Wi-Fi ready, and it requires a mandatory separate outdoor unit installation which might limit deployment in strictly space-constrained residential facades.

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