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Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU Review | 46 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Cooling capacity:3.5 kWSeasonal cooling efficiency (SEER):6.1Maximum indoor-unit sound power level:55 dB

Samsung F-AR12ARH 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.

6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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 92% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of air conditioners
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 57%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

40%

3.9

Performance

40%

8.2

Features

20%

9.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 90%
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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%

?

User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £330
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Technical Specifications of air conditioner Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

40%

3.9

Performance

40%

8.2

Features

20%

9.3

Design

6.7
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%

?

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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Samsung F-AR12ARH 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
7.0/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.0
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)
6.1
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 F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU vs the average air conditioner

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  • 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
  • 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 F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 51.5% cheaper
    Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU is cheaper than the average air conditioner (£330 vs £500).
    £330 vs £500
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1.6% worse value for money
    Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU offers worse value for money than the average air conditioner (7 vs 7.1).
    7 vs 7.12
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Does not support voice control
    This air conditioner does not support voice control, while the average air conditioner supports voice control.
  • 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.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU

  • Highly energy efficient performance with A++ cooling and Digital Inverter technology
  • Extremely quiet operation, reaching as low as 22 dBA in silent mode
  • Convenient built-in Wi-Fi allowing remote control and integration via the SmartThings app
  • Fast Cooling mode quickly balances room temperature on exceptionally hot days
  • Effective air filtration that captures dust, pollen, and common allergens
  • Excellent overall value for money compared to higher-end split systems

What we don't like about Samsung F-AR12ARH 12000 BTU

  • Requires professional installation by a certified engineer, which adds to the initial setup cost
  • Does not include necessary installation materials like copper insulated tubes in the box
  • SmartThings application setup can occasionally be tricky to sync during initial configuration

Verdict

The Samsung F-AR12ARH AR35 is a single-split inverter air conditioner with a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU (3.5 kW) and a heating capacity of 3.8 kW, designed to efficiently condition spaces up to 30–35 m² using eco-friendly R32 refrigerant. Its main characteristics include an A++ energy rating for cooling (SEER 6.1) and an A/A+ rating for heating (SCOP 3.9), alongside integrated Wi-Fi connectivity for SmartThings app control, an HD air purifying filter, and versatile modes such as Fast Cool, Dehumidify, and Good Sleep. The primary pros are its rapid temperature regulation, highly compact design (indoor unit measuring 805 x 194 x 285 mm), and whisper-quiet low-speed operation reaching down to 22 dB(A). However, its downsides include a louder maximum indoor noise level of 37 dB(A) under intense loads, an outdoor unit sound pressure level that peaks at 50 dB(A), and the requirement for professional F-Gas certified installation.

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