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Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,990Cooling capacity:5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):7.5Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:60 dB

Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 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.

8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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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 92% of models
Score components

80%

8.3

Technical score

20%

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User score

★Better than 92% of air conditioners
6.1

Value for money

Value for money
6.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 80%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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 90% of models
Score components

40%

8.0

Performance

40%

8.8

Features

20%

7.7

Design

★Better than 90%
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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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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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 90% of models
Score components:

40%

8.0

Performance

40%

8.8

Features

20%

7.7

Design

8.3
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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 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
6.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

6.1
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
5 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 5 kW, which is higher than that of 76.5% of air conditioners and the same as that of 6.5% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
18,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
7.5
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 7.5, which is higher than that of 88.5% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.5
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.5, which is higher than that of 81% 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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Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 1.2 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7.5 vs 6.3).
    7.5 vs 6.3
  • 0.5 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.5 vs 4).
    4.5 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
  • 1.5 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 197 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (792 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    792 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    19.5 cm vs 20.5 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
  • 1.2 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7.5 vs 6.3).
    7.5 vs 6.3
  • 0.5 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.5 vs 4).
    4.5 vs 4
  • 1.5 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (5 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    5 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 197 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (792 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    792 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
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • 1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    19.5 cm vs 20.5 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.
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • 32.2% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (11.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    11.5 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 3 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (65 dB vs 62 dB).
    65 dB vs 62 dB
  • 4 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (60 dB vs 56 dB).
    60 dB vs 56 dB
  • 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.
  • 8 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (88.5 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    88.5 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 3.98x more expensive
    Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£1,990 vs £500).
    £1,990 vs £500
  • 17.1% worse value for money
    Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.08 vs 7.1).
    6.08 vs 7.12
  • 3 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (65 dB vs 62 dB).
    65 dB vs 62 dB
  • 4 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (60 dB vs 56 dB).
    60 dB vs 56 dB
  • 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.
  • 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 an anti-mould function
    This air conditioner does not support an anti-mould function, while the average air conditioner supports an anti-mould function.
  • 32.2% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (11.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    11.5 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 8 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (88.5 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    88.5 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 0.9 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (29.9 cm vs 29 cm).
    29.9 cm vs 29 cm

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What we like about Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU

  • Sleek and modern minimalist aesthetics with multiple color options (black, silver, white)
  • Extremely quiet operation, including a dedicated Silent Mode
  • Highly energy efficient with excellent SEER/SCOP ratings
  • Convenient built-in Wi-Fi allowing seamless remote control via the MELCloud app
  • Effective air purification using a Nano Platinum filter to capture dust and eliminate odors
  • Reliable, smooth, and even airflow distribution suitable for larger spaces

What we don't like about Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG 18000 BTU

  • Manual left-and-right vane adjustment requires physical setting
  • Up-and-down motorized louvers can be relatively slow to open
  • Higher upfront purchase price compared to entry-level budget brands
  • Lacks advanced moving 3D i-See sensors found in higher-end models like the MSZ-LN

Verdict

The Mitsubishi Electric Kirigamine Zen MSZ-EF50VG is an elegant 18,000 BTU wall-mounted inverter split air conditioner operating on eco-friendly R32 refrigerant, delivering a cooling capacity of 5.0 kW and a heating capacity of 5.8 kW for spaces up to 50 m². Ideal for modern interiors, this premium system features built-in Wi-Fi, high efficiency ratings (SEER 7.5, SCOP 4.5/5.4 with energy classes up to A++ in cooling and A+++ in warm-climate heating), a Nano Platinum air purifying filter, and quiet performance down to 30 dBA. Key advantages include its award-winning minimalist design available in white, black, or silver, significant energy savings through a 7-day programmable timer, and reliable climate control. However, notable drawbacks include manually adjusted left-and-right airflow vanes and a slower mechanical opening response for the up-and-down louvers.

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