Inverter vs non-inverter AC: which should you buy?

Quick comparison

• Running cost: inverter ACs use less electricity when used for many hours a day.
• Purchase price: inverter models usually cost more upfront.
• Cooling: inverter ACs hold a steady temperature, while non-inverter units cycle on and off.
• Noise: inverter ACs are generally quieter once the room has cooled.
• Repairs: inverter boards (PCB) cost more to replace than the simpler controls in non-inverter units.

Which one suits you

• Bedrooms and offices used 8 or more hours a day: an inverter AC usually pays for itself in lower bills.
• Guest rooms or spaces used a few hours a week: a non-inverter AC can be the cheaper choice overall.
• Shops and clinics with long hours: inverter or cassette units, with a maintenance contract.

Installation and service matter more than the type

A poorly installed inverter AC will cool badly and cost more to run than a well installed non-inverter one. Whichever you choose, have it fitted properly and serviced twice a year. We install and service both types in Vadodara.