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Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,300Cooling capacity:5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):7.6Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:60 dB

Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+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.

Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

80%

7.7

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 62% of air conditioners
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 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 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

40%

7.9

Performance

40%

7.3

Features

20%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 66%
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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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    N/A~ £1,300
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

40%

7.9

Performance

40%

7.3

Features

20%

8.0

Design

7.7
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%

?

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 MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 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
5.7/ 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 88% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.7
Split configuration
dual 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
2× 12000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
7.6
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 7.6, which is higher than that of 89.1% 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
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 MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 1.3 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7.6 vs 6.3).
    7.6 vs 6.3
  • 809 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (1404 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    1,404 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
  • 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
  • 65 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (100 m² vs 35 m²).
    100 m² vs 35 m²
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 1 cm lower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28 cm vs 29 cm).
    28 cm vs 29 cm
  • 2.3% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8.5 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1.3 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (7.6 vs 6.3).
    7.6 vs 6.3
  • 809 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (1404 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    1,404 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
  • 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
  • 65 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (100 m² vs 35 m²).
    100 m² vs 35 m²
  • 1 more fan speeds
    This air conditioner provides more fan speed options than the average air conditioner (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 1 cm lower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28 cm vs 29 cm).
    28 cm vs 29 cm
  • 2.3% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8.5 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8.5 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 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 Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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 turbo mode
    Does this air conditioner include turbo mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 2.3 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.8 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.8 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 2.6x more expensive
    Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£1,300 vs £500).
    £1,300 vs £500
  • 25.3% worse value for money
    Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.68 vs 7.1).
    5.68 vs 7.12
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • No turbo mode
    Does this air conditioner include turbo mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • No night mode
    Does this air conditioner include night mode? no. Does the average air conditioner? 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.
  • No display
    This air conditioner has no display (no), while the average air conditioner does (yes).
  • 2.3 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22.8 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22.8 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 3.3 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (83.8 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    83.8 cm vs 80.5 cm

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22/04/2020
Summary of the review
Review of the Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-HR35VF/MUZ-HR35VF
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What we like about Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU

  • High energy efficiency with A++ seasonal rating for cooling using DC Inverter technology
  • Extremely quiet indoor unit operation reaching levels as low as 21 dB
  • Compact and elegant 'Pure White' chassis design suitable for space-restricted installations
  • Reliable dual-zone temperature performance for both heating and cooling functions
  • Eco-friendly operation utilizing R32 refrigerant gas with lower global warming potential

What we don't like about Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU

  • Wi-Fi connectivity module is not built-in and must be purchased separately as an optional accessory
  • The bundled remote control has limited functionality, featuring only a basic 12-hour timer instead of a fully programmable weekly schedule
  • The companion MELCloud app interface can feel outdated and less user-friendly compared to competitors
  • Advanced purification filters (like the antiviral V-Blocking filter) are optional and add to the initial cost
  • Higher upfront equipment and professional multi-split installation costs compared to budget-tier brands

Verdict

The Mitsubishi MSZ-HR Dual 12000+12000 BTU is a high-performance reversible multi-split air conditioner consisting of two 12,000 BTU indoor units (MSZ-HR35VF) connected to an outdoor inverter compressor unit (such as the MXZ-2HA50VF), deploying eco-friendly R-32 refrigerant gas. Delivering a nominal cooling capacity of up to 5.0 kW and a nominal heating capacity of up to 6.0 kW, this DC Inverter system maintains precise indoor temperatures while operating with high seasonal energy efficiency ratings of A++ for cooling (SEER ~7.28–7.78) and A+ for heating (SCOP ~4.02–4.3). Key advantages include an ultra-quiet indoor operation level as low as 21 dB(A), an elegant compact chassis measuring just 280x838x228 mm for flexible room integration, a built-in standard dust-particle air purification filter, and guaranteed heating performance down to outdoor temperatures of -15°C. However, notable drawbacks include the fact that Wi-Fi connectivity via the MELCloud interface is not built-in natively and requires purchasing an optional separate module (MAC-567IF-E), the basic 12-hour or 24-hour timer lack fully advanced weekly scheduling on the standard remote, and the system experiences slightly reduced heating performance during specialized low-noise night modes.

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