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Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£930Cooling capacity:7 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.1Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:59 dB

Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 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.

7.3/10

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
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

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User score

▼Worse than 66% of air conditioners
5.6

Value for money

Value for money
5.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.7

Price

▼Worse than 93%
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
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

40%

5.7

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

7.3

Design

▼Worse 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
▼ 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 Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU

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
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

40%

5.7

Performance

40%

8.9

Features

20%

7.3

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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 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
5.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.7

Price

5.6
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
7 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 7 kW, which is higher than that of 94.1% of air conditioners and the same as that of 2.4% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
24,000 BTU/h
Seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER)
6.1
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.1, which is lower than that of 62.2% of air conditioners and the same as that of 34% of air conditioners.
Seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP)
3.9
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 3.9, which is lower than that of 96.2% 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
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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Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 3.5 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (7 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    7 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 255 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 35 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (70 m² vs 35 m²).
    70 m² vs 35 m²
  • 3.5 kW higher cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a higher cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (7 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    7 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 255 m³/h higher indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a higher indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    850 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 35 m² larger room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a larger room area than the average air conditioner (70 m² vs 35 m²).
    70 m² vs 35 m²
  • 49.4% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (13 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    13 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 23.5 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (104 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    104 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 0.2 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.1 vs 6.3).
    6.1 vs 6.3
  • 3.7 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (32.7 cm vs 29 cm).
    32.7 cm vs 29 cm
  • 3 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (59 dB vs 56 dB).
    59 dB vs 56 dB
  • 1.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 26.4% worse value for money
    Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.63 vs 7.1).
    5.63 vs 7.12
  • 86% more expensive
    Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£930 vs £500).
    £930 vs £500
  • 26.4% worse value for money
    Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (5.63 vs 7.1).
    5.63 vs 7.12
  • 86% more expensive
    Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU is more expensive than the average air conditioner (£930 vs £500).
    £930 vs £500
  • 0.2 points lower seasonal cooling efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal cooling efficiency (SEER) than the average air conditioner (6.1 vs 6.3).
    6.1 vs 6.3
  • 3 dB higher indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a louder indoor unit than the average air conditioner (59 dB vs 56 dB).
    59 dB vs 56 dB
  • 0.1 points lower seasonal heating efficiency
    This air conditioner has a lower seasonal heating efficiency (SCOP) than the average air conditioner (3.9 vs 4).
    3.9 vs 4
  • 49.4% heavier indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a heavier indoor unit than the average air conditioner (13 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    13 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 23.5 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (104 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    104 cm vs 80.5 cm
  • 3.7 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (32.7 cm vs 29 cm).
    32.7 cm vs 29 cm
  • 1.5 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (22 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    22 cm vs 20.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU

  • Powerful and fast cooling performance tailored for large rooms up to 75–80 m².
  • Integrated Wi-Fi functionality allowing seamless remote control through the SmartThings app.
  • Convenient voice control compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
  • Excellent energy efficiency with an A++ rating in cooling mode.
  • Quiet indoor operation, especially during night comfort or 'Good Sleep' mode.
  • Effective air filtration that captures dust and allergens using a washable HD filter.

What we don't like about Samsung AR30 Panarea AR40H24C1AMNEU+AR40H24C1AMXEU 24000 BTU

  • The physical dimensions and weight of both the indoor and outdoor units make installation cumbersome.
  • Higher initial purchase price compared to entry-level or non-smart 24,000 BTU alternatives.
  • The outer plastic housing can occasionally emit minor creaking sounds due to thermal expansion during rapid temperature shifts.

Verdict

The Samsung AR30 Panarea (AR40H24C1AMNEU + AR40H24C1AMXEU) is a reversible wall-mounted mono-split air conditioner featuring a powerful 24,000 BTU/h (7.0 kW cooling / 7.3 kW heating) capacity, built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for the SmartThings app, and an eco-friendly R32 refrigerant. Driven by a Digital Inverter Compressor, this heat pump delivers stable temperature control with high seasonal energy efficiency, boasting an A++ rating for cooling (SEER 6.1) and an A rating for heating (SCOP 3.9). Key benefits include a high-density HD air filter, Fast Cooling mode, voice command compatibility (Alexa, Google Assistant), and an ultra-quiet indoor operation down to 28 dBA. However, its high cooling capacity makes it less suitable for small spaces, the outdoor unit is quite heavy at 42.9 kg, and it features a heating energy efficiency class of only A, which is less efficient than top-tier premium models.

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