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If you live in an older building, or your office is situated in an older premises, you may encounter major obstacles if you wish to instal a centralised duct-fed air conditioning system. In fact, it may be impossible. That’s why the best ductless air conditioner appliances have gained so much popularity, as these are single-zone AC units that can be installed where, until relatively recently, air conditioning would have been completely out of the question.

Ductless AC systems come in two parts per zone or room to be cooled. There is an outdoor-sited condenser or compressor, and an indoor wall-mounted air-handler that is connected by wiring to the outdoor unit. The best ductless air conditioner appliances are usually feature-rich, environmentally friendly, and extremely quiet and easy to use. So, while you might be thinking that one indoor unit and one outdoor compressor per zone sounds a bit impractical, there is an ease of installation and efficiency to these units that gives them an edge over other air conditioning types, provided that you keep them well maintained and use only HVAC professionals or, at the very least, the best quality ductless air conditioner parts when having the units serviced or repaired.

Ductless Air Conditioner Buyers Guide

Having thoroughly researched split and ductless aircons, our team looked beyond their ‘split’ nature to consider other factors, namely their energy efficiency, operational noise and features before giving the nod to the following best ductless air conditioner systems.

1. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Pioneer WYS012GMFI17RL

Cutting edge tech has been put to good use in this latest design from Pioneer, offering superior efficiency, performance and comfort. This WYS model product line is available in capacities ranging from 9,000 BTU/h to 36,000 BTU/h, making it ideal for single-zone residential and light commercial usage. Cutting edge electronics automatically control the capacity range of the Piorneer units, not just to meet precise cooling (and heating) pre-sets, but also to maintain the optimum temperature and maintain conditions, whether in a living or working space, and limit the amount of electricity used. This machine has impressively quiet operation both indoors and outdoors, and the system is ready to install out of the box. Not only providing advanced aircon features, but coming in an attractive design that will blend seamlessly with any decor, this unit is also easy to use, and has its own multi-function remote control.

2. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Senville SENL-18CD

Senville’s SENL-18CD is another unit that is blessed with whisper quiet fans in the inside and outdoor appliances, making for nuisance-free operation that will not impinge on the daily activity of the household. This is one of Senville’s LETO series, renowned for its efficient mini split appliances, which deliver power cooling and heating for single rooms, extensions, garages and also smaller commercial units, such as cafés, restaurants and delis. This unit has an impressive heating and cooling range, powered by its GMCC Toshiba compressor, and it’s covered by a one-year parts warranty, and a five-year manufacturer’s warranty for the compressor.

3. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Innova Series 3 9,000 BTU

Notably quiet, energy-efficient and compact, Innova’s Series 3 line of ductless air conditioners are also incredibly easy to install, making them a dream for a household or business premises that needs effective air conditioning without any hassle. This appliance offers heating, cooling, dehumidification and a fan function, and inverter technology enables the user to make adjustments by varying the speed of the compressor rather than deactivating and restarting. This technology makes for temperatures that are constant, comfortable and easy on power. This pack comes with the main units in addition to an indoor hanging bracket, installation kit and remote control with holder. The product is covered by a one-year limited parts warranty. Engaging an HVAC professional would be recommended.

4. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Kingsfin 12,000BTU

Kingsfin is known for its use of advanced technologies and state-of-the-art designs that are versatile, eco-friendly, energy efficient, well-made and cost effective. The firms strives to design and manufacture products that are exceptionally functional but also work with extreme ease and great visual appeal. It is our goal to create the perfect balance of functionality and form through innovative details in the design and material. This mini split ductless AC unit of 12000 BTU and 1150V/60Hz is energy-efficient and silent in operation. With its air quality monitoring capability and dehumidification function, this is an exceptionally versatile unit, providing cooling, heating, dehumidification and ventilation, with features including sleep mode, timer, auto restart, swing vents and anti-cold air functionality.

5. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Okyotech 36,000

The Okyotech 36,000 is a smart appliance, with a literally whisper quiet operational noise level of just 26dBA. Features of this appliance includes an incredibly accurate sleep mode, timer and the functionality for not just cooling, but also heating, ventilation and dehumidification. the GMCC Toshiba Rotary Compressor which runs on and is precharged with environmental friendly chlorine-free R410A Refrigerant. The set comes with an easy-installation 16ft copper line set, with interconnecting cables, wires, and stainless steel heavy-duty wall-mount brackets for the outdoor compressor as well as a variety of accessories and components. Other features include the system’s digital wireless remote control, a healthy negative ion generator, anti-bacterial nanometer and silver filter technology. This is a sleek, stylish and unobtrusive design that will blend in well to any room you choose to situate it in.

6. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Air-Con 12,000 BTU

This Air-Con 12,000 BTU appliance is Energy Star- and AHRI-certified. With a 21.5 SEER variable speed DC inverter and a Hitachi compressor 208-230V, it’s one of the most efficient of the ductless air conditioners that we reviewed. Super quiet in operation, this unit is absolutely ideal for use in the home and any environment where it’s important to keep noise to a minimum. With its LED disply, 24 hour timer, quiet mode, seven indoor fan speeds, and dehumidification modes, this is an impressive, user-friendly appliance. Other features include sleep mode, self-diagnosis and auto-protection, intelligent pre-heating, auto restart, auto defrost, auto cleaning to name but a few, the Air-Con 12,000 BTU is definitely well worth checking out. And for newcomers to aircon units, this one offers great peace of mind, as it is covered by a factory warranty of five years for parts and seven years for the compressor.

7. Best Ductless Air Conditioner Review – Kaussmann Ductless 12,000 BTU

Kaussmann manufacture quality air conditioner units that are highly efficient but also reliable. And the fact that they are covered by excellent warranties of five years for the compressor and three years on all parts shows the extent to which Kaussmann will stand over the standards of its products. The 12,000 BTU ductless air conditioner is a 20.5 SEER machine, with a 12,000 BTU inverter (supplied with a 15ft installation kit), and it’s Energy Star-rated and therefore eligible for a number of Government rebates. Easy to install and very quiet in operation, this is easy to instal, and it comes with an installation kit and guide. All parts used in the manufacture of this unit have met and surpassed stringent ETL-set North American manufacturing standards. It’s also very easy to use, comes with a remote control, and its contemporary design will look good anywhere.