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Samsung AR35 12000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Cooling capacity:3.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.3Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:55 dB

Samsung AR35 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.

Samsung AR35 12000 BTU
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 81% of air conditioners
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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 61% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–²Better than 61%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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 77% of models
Score components

40%

4.2

Performance

40%

8.7

Features

20%

9.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 77%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 95%
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Samsung AR35 12000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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 77% of models
Score components:

40%

4.2

Performance

40%

8.7

Features

20%

9.3

Design

7.0
User score
User score
7.3/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 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–² Better than 73% of models
Popularity:
Samsung AR35 12000 BTU has a popularity score of 6.1 points, which is higher than 73% of products in this category.
6.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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 61% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.3
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)
6.3
Market range: <6 – >7.5
This air conditioner has a SEER rating of 6.3, which is higher than that of 44.9% of air conditioners and the same as that of 11.5% 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
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
front right
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 AR35 12000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 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.
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 6.9% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8.1 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8.1 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 1 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (55 dB vs 56 dB).
    55 dB vs 56 dB
  • 6.09x more popular
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU is more popular than the average air conditioner (6.09 vs 1).
    6.09 vs 1
  • 0.5 cm lower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 29 cm
  • 51.5% cheaper
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 2% better value for money
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.26 vs 7.1).
    7.26 vs 7.12
  • 6.09x more popular
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU is more popular than the average air conditioner (6.09 vs 1).
    6.09 vs 1
  • 51.5% cheaper
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 2% better value for money
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.26 vs 7.1).
    7.26 vs 7.12
  • 1 dB lower indoor sound power
    This air conditioner operates with a quieter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (55 dB vs 56 dB).
    55 dB vs 56 dB
  • 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.
  • 1.1 cm shallower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a shallower indoor unit than the average air conditioner (19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    19.4 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 6.9% lighter indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lighter indoor unit than the average air conditioner (8.1 kg vs 8.7 kg).
    8.1 kg vs 8.7 kg
  • 0.5 cm lower indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a lower indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 29 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 29 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.
  • 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
  • 55 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (540 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    540 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 5 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).
    30 m² vs 35 m²
  • 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
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU
    the average air conditioner
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU has a lower user score than the average air conditioner (7.29 vs 8.000).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU
    the average air conditioner
    Samsung AR35 12000 BTU has a lower user score than the average air conditioner (7.29 vs 8.000).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 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
  • 55 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (540 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    540 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 5 m² smaller room coverage
    This air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average air conditioner (30 m² vs 35 m²).
    30 m² vs 35 m²
  • 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
  • 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.

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Samsung AR35 12000 BTU

  • Energy efficient with A++ energy rating and Digital Inverter technology
  • Fast Cooling mode quickly lowers room temperature
  • Quiet indoor operation (down to 22 dB)
  • Washable and easy-to-clean HD filter effectively captures dust and allergens
  • Good Sleep mode optimizes temperature automatically throughout the night
  • Even airflow distribution with 2-way auto swing
  • Corrosion-resistant DuraFin Plus condenser enhances durability

What we don't like about Samsung AR35 12000 BTU

  • Takes slightly longer to fully cool a space compared to some premium competitors like Panasonic
  • Lacks premium brand features like WindFree draught-free cooling or advanced motion sensors
  • SmartThings app integration and Wi-Fi setup can be complex or inconsistent for some users
  • Customer service and warranty support can be slow or difficult to deal with in certain regions
  • Remote control design feels basic with small, hard-to-read text fonts

Verdict

The Samsung AR35 (Model AR12TXHQASINEU) is a 12,000 BTU monosplit inverter air conditioner and heat pump utilizing eco-friendly R32 refrigerant, engineered to climate-control rooms up to 35-40 m². This model delivers 3.5 kW of nominal cooling power and 3.8 kW of heating capacity, operating efficiently with an A++ energy rating for cooling (SEER 6.1) and an A+ rating for heating (SCOP 3.9). Key characteristics and pros include a Digital Inverter compressor for stable temperature management, a Fast Cooling mode, an integrated antibacterial HD filter to trap impurities, SmartThings Wi-Fi remote connectivity with voice control compatibility, and ultra-quiet indoor operation dropping to 22 dBA. However, cons include its entry-level positioning within Samsung's lineup, meaning it lacks premium features like WindFree draft-free airflow, and heating performance can be limited to mid-season utility rather than extreme winter environments.

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