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Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£860Cooling capacity:5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.6Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:60 dB

Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 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.

7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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An overall evaluation of products in the Air Conditioners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

80%

7.8

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▲Better than 71% of air conditioners
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

2.4

Price

▼Worse than 76%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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 73% of models
Score components

40%

6.3

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

8.5

Design

▲Better than 73%
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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
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £860
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

40%

6.3

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

8.5

Design

7.8
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
▼ 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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 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
6.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

2.4

Price

6.2
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)
6.6
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.6, which is higher than that of 67.3% of air conditioners and the same as that of 3.2% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
4.2
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4.2, which is higher than that of 70.3% of air conditioners and the same as that of 3.8% 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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Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 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
  • 0.2 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.2 vs 4).
    4.2 vs 4
  • 161 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (756 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    756 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 0.3 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.6 vs 6.3).
    6.6 vs 6.3
  • 4 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (76.5 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    76.5 cm vs 80.5 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
  • 1.5 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
  • 0.2 points higher seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (4.2 vs 4).
    4.2 vs 4
  • 161 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (756 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    756 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 0.3 points higher seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner achieves a higher seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.6 vs 6.3).
    6.6 vs 6.3
  • 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
  • 4 cm narrower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a narrower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (76.5 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    76.5 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • Does not support automatic self-cleaning
    This air conditioner does not support automatic self-cleaning, while the average air conditioner supports automatic self-cleaning.
  • 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.
  • No Eco mode
    Does this air conditioner include Eco mode? no. What about the average air conditioner? yes.
  • 1 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (63 dB vs 62 dB).
    63 dB vs 62 dB
  • 0.9 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21.4 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
  • 72% more expensive
    Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£860 vs £500).
    £860 vs £500
  • 15.3% worse value for money
    Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (6.17 vs 7.1).
    6.17 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
  • 1 dB higher outdoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder outdoor unit than the average air conditioner (63 dB vs 62 dB).
    63 dB vs 62 dB
  • 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.
  • No Eco mode
    Does this air conditioner include Eco 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).
  • 0.9 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (21.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    21.4 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

Third-party reviews

What we like about Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU

  • Highly energy efficient with an A++ rating for cooling and A+ for heating.
  • Ultra-compact indoor unit design measuring only 765mm to 779mm wide, making it easy to install in tight spaces such as above doorways.
  • Integrated built-in Wi-Fi allowing remote control and smart home management through the Panasonic Comfort Cloud app, Google Assistant, and Amazon Alexa.
  • Very quiet performance, dropping as low as 20 dB(A) in Super Quiet mode.
  • Aerowings technology utilizing independent flaps to effectively direct and optimize airflow distribution.
  • Built-in PM2.5 purification filter that efficiently traps fine dust particles and pollen to improve indoor air quality.
  • Environmentally friendlier and highly efficient performance using R32 refrigerant, with the ability to reuse older R22 or R410A piping infrastructure.

What we don't like about Panasonic CU-BZ50CKE+CS-BZ50CKE 18000 BTU

  • The standard included infrared remote control lacks a helpful screen backlight.
  • The physical remote controller features a relatively small built-in display screen.
  • Lacks premium nanoe™ X air purification technology, which is reserved only for Panasonic's higher-end series.
  • Outdoor unit noise levels can reach up to 48-64 dB, making it louder than some competing premium brands during intense operation.

Verdict

The Panasonic BZ series wall-mounted monosplit air conditioning kit (comprising the CS-BZ50CKE indoor unit and CU-BZ50CKE outdoor unit) delivers 18,000 BTU/h (5.0 kW nominal cooling capacity / 5.4 kW heating capacity) using eco-friendly R32 refrigerant. This energy-efficient system features an Inverter compressor with a SEER of 6.6 (A++ class) for cooling and a SCOP of 4.2 (A+ class) for heating, engineered to operate smoothly in temperatures ranging from -10°C up to +43°C in cooling and down to -15°C in heating. Key advantages include an ultra-compact indoor chassis width of just 765 mm ideal for tight over-door installations, an advanced PM2.5 air purification filter, built-in Wi-Fi allowing smart remote management via the Comfort Cloud app with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatibility, Aerowings dual flaps for draft-free air distribution, and a whisper-quiet Super Quiet mode operating as low as 20 dB(A). On the downside, while the indoor unit is exceptionally quiet on low settings, its sound pressure level can reach up to 44 dB(A) under peak high-power cooling or heating demands, and it lacks the more comprehensive nanoe-X air purification technology found on Panasonic's higher-tier premium models.

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