Looking for 1.5T AC recommendations

[kiwi195]

Planning on getting a 1.5 ton AC. I visited Reliance digital and Croma today to check out available options. Following are the brands recommended:
1) Haier
2) Voltas
3) Blue star
4) Daikin
5) Hitachi
I know General and Mitsubishi are better than these but not going towards them because of pricing and tentatively higher repair costs.
The salesmen were pushing Haier way too much compared to other brands and kept explaining its features, but I feel they have higher commission/margin on this brand.
For LG and Samsung they mentioned sales aren't that high, and these brands are better for other applicanes. I myself have not seen too many LG and Samsung ACs.
Wish to know experiences and recommendations from fellow TF members, your inputs are appreciated.

 

[Anupama_Jha]

I got this one last summer for 31k🏝️

https://dl.flipkart.com/s/u5G7FuNNNN

 

[kuchbhikuchbhi is verified member.]

don't go with whirlpool either
display runs out exactly after 1 year warranty lol
after service horrible

 

[Anindya98]

I got this one for 44k in 2023

https://amzn.in/d/1CPkit7

 

[kuchbhikuchbhi is verified member.]

I got this one last summer for 31k🏝️

https://dl.flipkart.com/s/u5G7FuNNNN

damnn good price

 

[kiwi195]

I got this one last summer for 31k🏝️

https://dl.flipkart.com/s/u5G7FuNNNN

Wow that's a great price for 5 star even at 38k

 

[kuchbhikuchbhi is verified member.]

tho i would be suggesting to buy latest 2025 or 2024 models not below them
a pure 5 star ofc
copper
realme (haven't tried personally read review)

https://www.flipkart.com/realme-techlife-2025-1-5-ton-5-star-split-inverter-5-in-1-convertible-rapid-cool-technology-ac-wi-fi-connect-white/p/itma338b8fc69ac8?pid=ACNH76Z3YDUTDFSN&lid=LSTACNH76Z3YDUTDFSNNJ2R7E&marketplace=FLIPKART&q=ac&store=j9e%2Fabm%2Fc54&srno=s_1_2&otracker=search&otracker1=search&fm=organic&iid=en_GoIc0ZFhcKzJAquTueMms2_B2A1TI0F4bdldov38IG4Pe2eunke9dSP3HxQpHPR2YGMmkl2flL9r2_Btde5dQ_UFjCTyOHoHZs-Z5_PS_w0%3D&ppt=hp&ppn=homepage&ssid=mfr32ealjk0000001740342094380&qH=e2075474294983e0

@Anupama_Jha choice

https://www.flipkart.com/godrej-5-in-1-convertible-2024-model-1-5-ton-5-star-split-inverter-heavy-duty-cooling-extreme-temperature-ac-white/p/itm22254bbefbc1d?pid=ACNGYKCDQWYSX27Z&lid=LSTACNGYKCDQWYSX27ZIFGXEY&marketplace=FLIPKART&q=ac&store=j9e%2Fabm%2Fc54&srno=s_1_10&otracker=search&otracker1=search&fm=organic&iid=b688b601-3645-46ff-a594-7264025dc046.ACNGYKCDQWYSX27Z.SEARCH&ppt=hp&ppn=homepage&ssid=mfr32ealjk0000001740342094380&qH=e2075474294983e0

looks theek not to mention 18k+ ratings

https://www.flipkart.com/voltas-1-5-ton-5-star-split-inverter-ac-white/p/itm877e7eb0fb7fb?pid=ACNGYPU5ASZ2TAYA&lid=LSTACNGYPU5ASZ2TAYAZXMMD7&marketplace=FLIPKART&q=ac&store=j9e%2Fabm%2Fc54&srno=s_1_3&otracker=search&otracker1=search&fm=Search&iid=0d05ff9b-cdb3-4bfb-ab54-83a1171b6900.ACNGYPU5ASZ2TAYA.SEARCH&ppt=sp&ppn=sp&qH=e2075474294983e0

 

[kiwi195]

Does 5 star over 3 star really make a difference? Usage won't be more than 3-4 hours a day

 

[kuchbhikuchbhi is verified member.]

Does 5 star over 3 star really make a difference? Usage won't be more than 3-4 hours a day

it does actually
my neighbours used to get 3k-4k bills a month when i got 2-2.5k max

 

[kiwi195]

Does the 'convertible' feature being advertised by brands also matter? Personally never felt the need for something like it

 

[telescope]

Planning on getting a 1.5 ton AC. I visited Reliance digital and Croma today to check out available options. Following are the brands recommended:
1) Haier
2) Voltas
3) Blue star
4) Daikin
5) Hitachi
I know General and Mitsubishi are better than these but not going towards them because of pricing and tentatively higher repair costs.
The salesmen were pushing Haier way too much compared to other brands and kept explaining its features, but I feel they have higher commission/margin on this brand.
For LG and Samsung they mentioned sales aren't that high, and these brands are better for other applicanes. I myself have not seen too many LG and Samsung ACs.
Wish to know experiences and recommendations from fellow TF members, your inputs are appreciated.

With LG there is a practical problem. The remote doesn't come with back-lit LEDs. At night it'll ruin your sleep as you'll have to grab torch and then operate remote. Just this one problem which bugs me. Otherwise the quality of machine is top notch and it is super silent too.

 

[kiwi195]

With LG there is a practical problem. The remote doesn't come with back-lit LEDs. At night it'll ruin your sleep as you'll have to grab torch and then operate remote. Just this one problem which bugs me. Otherwise the quality of machine is top notch and it is super silent too.

True that, experienced this just a few days ago. The machine was quick to chill but the remote thing bugged me a lot

 

[kiwi195]

Been reading a lot of positive comments for Daikin and Hitachi online

 

[telescope]

Been reading a lot of positive comments for Daikin and Hitachi online

I have heard good things about Daikin, no personal experience though. And don't go with Hitachi please, I have seen numerous Hitachi machine giving out problems after some time in the neighborhood. Literally every Hitachi machine in the neighborhood, have had problems.

 

[telescope]

Can go with carrier, it's reliable. We are using it since a decade and never had any kind of issues. Just monthly filter cleaning, and it's still running without any hiccups.

 

[KaydenceAllison]

Among the brands you listed, Daikin and Hitachi generally have a strong reputation for reliability, cooling efficiency, and durability, especially in inverter models. Blue Star and Voltas are solid choices too, particularly for budget-friendly and locally serviceable options. Haier is aggressively marketed, likely due to higher dealer margins, but its long-term reliability is less proven compared to Daikin or Hitachi. LG and Samsung may not dominate the AC market, but their inverter technology and smart features are competitive. If after-sales service and spare parts availability are priorities, Daikin or Hitachi would be safer bets.