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Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£420Cooling capacity:3.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.2Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:46 dB

Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF 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.

Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Air Conditioners category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 66% 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
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–²Better than 52%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

40%

5.5

Performance

40%

8.4

Features

20%

8.8

Design

â–¼Worse than 57%
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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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Best prices
    N/A~ £420
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

40%

5.5

Performance

40%

8.4

Features

20%

8.8

Design

7.3
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF 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
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
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

7.2
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)
6.2
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.2, which is lower than that of 57.1% of air conditioners and the same as that of 4.5% 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
yes
Does this air conditioner actively purify the air? yes. 73.7% of air conditioners do, while 26.4% do not.
Includes active air purification such as ionization, plasma, or UV treatment.
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
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 MSZ-DW35VF vs the average air conditioner

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  • 10 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (46 dB vs 56 dB).
    46 dB vs 56 dB
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Active air purification
    Does this air conditioner actively purify the air? yes. What about the average air conditioner? no.
    Includes active air purification such as ionization, plasma, or UV treatment.
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 83 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (678 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    678 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 0.6 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (79.9 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    79.9 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 19% cheaper
    Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£420 vs £500).
    £420 vs £500
  • 19% cheaper
    Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£420 vs £500).
    £420 vs £500
  • 0.6% better value for money
    Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.16 vs 7.1).
    7.16 vs 7.12
  • 10 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (46 dB vs 56 dB).
    46 dB vs 56 dB
  • 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
  • 83 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (678 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    678 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 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.
  • Active air purification
    Does this air conditioner actively purify the air? yes. What about the average air conditioner? no.
    Includes active air purification such as ionization, plasma, or UV treatment.
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 0.6 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (79.9 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    79.9 cm vs 80.5 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.
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • 12 hours shorter timer duration
    This air conditioner allows a shorter timer setting than the average air conditioner (12 hours vs 24 hours).
    12 hours vs 24 hours
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 2.7 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (23.2 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    23.2 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 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
  • 3.4% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (9 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    9 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 0.1 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.2 vs 6.3).
    6.2 vs 6.3
  • 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
  • 0.1 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.2 vs 6.3).
    6.2 vs 6.3
  • Does not support comfort airflow mode
    This air conditioner does not support comfort airflow mode, while the average air conditioner supports comfort airflow mode.
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • 12 hours shorter timer duration
    This air conditioner allows a shorter timer setting than the average air conditioner (12 hours vs 24 hours).
    12 hours vs 24 hours
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 2.7 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (23.2 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    23.2 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 3.4% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (9 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    9 kg vs 8.7 kg

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20/12/2022
Summary of the review
Test: MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC MSZ-DW35VF/MUZ-DW35VF. You can read the full review on the ZPS website.
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20/12/2022
Summary of the review
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF

  • Extremely quiet operation, ideal for living spaces and night-time use
  • Compact indoor unit dimensions make it easy to install in tight spaces
  • High energy efficiency with A++ rating for cooling and A+ for heating
  • Optional Wi-Fi management via MELCloud allows for remote control
  • Effective V-blocking filter option for improved air purification (inhibiting viruses, bacteria, mold)
  • Consistent performance and reliable build quality from a reputable brand

What we don't like about Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF

  • Wi-Fi control requires an optional interface, which may not be included in the base unit
  • Air purifying filter is optional, not standard
  • Limited smart features compared to higher-end models like the LN series

Verdict

The Mitsubishi MSZ-DW35VF is a compact wall-mounted inverter air conditioner operating on eco-friendly R32 refrigerant, offering a 3.4 kW cooling capacity and 3.6 kW heating capacity suitable for rooms up to 35 m². It features an energy-efficient design with an A++ SEER (6.2) and A+ SCOP (4.3) rating, an advanced silver-ion air purifying filter, auto-swing horizontal slats, and an Econo Cool mode that optimizes airflow to cut energy consumption by 20%. Prominent advantages include its space-saving 799mm width, a ultra-quiet low-speed operation of just 21 dB(A), and reliable performance down to -10°C; however, it lacks built-in Wi-Fi and requires a separate MELCloud module purchase for smart control, features a basic 12-hour rather than a fully programmable weekly timer, and relies on manual vertical vane adjustments.

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