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Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Cooling capacity:2.6 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.3Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:55 dB

Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu 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 Clima AR30 Malibu
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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 87% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical score

20%

9.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 87% 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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–²Better than 61%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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 97% of models
Score components

40%

3.9

Performance

40%

8.2

Features

20%

7.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 97%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 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–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 88%
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

40%

3.9

Performance

40%

8.2

Features

20%

7.7

Design

6.4
User score
User score
9.0/ 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–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.6/ 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 85% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu has a popularity score of 9.6 points, which is higher than 85.4% of products in this category.
9.6
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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

7.3
Split configuration
mono split
Cooling capacity
2.6 kW
Market range: <2.5 kW – >5.5 kW
This air conditioner delivers a cooling capacity of 2.6 kW, which is lower than that of 74.7% of air conditioners and the same as that of 13.5% of air conditioners.
Indoor-unit capacity configuration
9,000 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)
4
Market range: <4 – >5
This air conditioner has a SCOP rating of 4, which is higher than that of 4.4% of air conditioners and the same as that of 49.4% 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 Clima AR30 Malibu 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.
  • 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
  • 9.63x more popular
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu is more popular than the average air conditioner (9.63 vs 1).
    9.63 vs 1
  • 13.1% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 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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    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu
    the average air conditioner
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (9.05 vs 8.000).
    9.05 vs 8
  • 72.4% cheaper
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£290 vs £500).
    £290 vs £500
  • 2% better value for money
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu offers better value for money than the average air conditioner (7.26 vs 7.1).
    7.26 vs 7.12
  • 9.63x more popular
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu is more popular than the average air conditioner (9.63 vs 1).
    9.63 vs 1
  • 13.1% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu
    the average air conditioner
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu has a higher user score than the average air conditioner (9.05 vs 8.000).
    9.05 vs 8
  • 72.4% cheaper
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£290 vs £500).
    £290 vs £500
  • 2% better value for money
    Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 0.9 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (2.6 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    2.6 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 8 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 127 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (468 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    468 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 7 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (36 cm vs 29 cm).
    36 cm vs 29 cm
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 0.9 kW lower cooling capacity
    This air conditioner delivers a lower cooling capacity than the average air conditioner (2.6 kW vs 3.5 kW).
    2.6 kW vs 3.5 kW
  • 127 m³/h lower indoor-unit airflow
    This air conditioner delivers a lower indoor airflow rate than the average air conditioner (468 m³/h vs 595 m³/h).
    468 m³/h vs 595 m³/h
  • 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.
  • Does not support Wi-Fi connectivity
    This air conditioner does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average air conditioner supports Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 8 cm deeper indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a deeper indoor unit than the average air conditioner (28.5 cm vs 20.5 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 20.5 cm
  • 7 cm taller indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a taller indoor-unit height than the average air conditioner (36 cm vs 29 cm).
    36 cm vs 29 cm
  • 7.5 cm wider indoor unit
    This air conditioner has a wider indoor unit than the average air conditioner (88 cm vs 80.5 cm).
    88 cm vs 80.5 cm

Third-party reviews

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

What we like about Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu

  • Excellent value for money and affordable pricing
  • Very quiet operation (down to 22 dB on indoor unit), making it ideal for bedrooms
  • Fast Cooling mode chills rooms quickly and effectively
  • Energy efficient with A++ rating for cooling and Digital Inverter technology
  • Good Sleep mode automatically regulates temperature and humidity at night
  • Effective HD filter captures dust and allergens well
  • Versatile performance as a reversible heat pump for both summer and winter use

What we don't like about Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu

  • Lacks smart Wi-Fi features and app connectivity (cannot be controlled via smartphone)
  • No built-in motion sensor or advanced presence detection
  • Heating efficiency is lower (Class A/A+) compared to its cooling efficiency (Class A++)
  • Limited only to monosplit installations (cannot support multiple indoor units on one outdoor unit)

Verdict

The Samsung Clima AR30 Malibu is a wall-mounted monosplit heat pump air conditioner available in 9,000 BTU and 12,000 BTU capacities, operating on eco-friendly R-32 refrigerant with an energy efficiency rating of A++ for cooling and up to A++ for heating. Key characteristics include a Digital Inverter Twin Rotary compressor, an anti-dust and anti-allergen HD filter, and specialized Fast Cooling and Good Sleep operational modes. The primary pros are its rapid temperature regulation, high energy savings, compact indoor unit weighting 8.1 kg, and exceptionally quiet performance that drops down to 22 dBA. However, a notable con is that it lacks advanced smart home capabilities like built-in Wi-Fi or SmartThings integration found on Samsung's higher-end models, and the separate delivery of its indoor and outdoor units can sometimes cause installation delays.

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