Air Cooler vs Inverter Split Air Conditioner
Side-by-side specs and current Ghana prices for the Air Cooler and the Inverter Split Air Conditioner.
| Spec | Air Cooler | Inverter Split Air Conditioner |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Ghana | Not in stock | Not in stock |
| Tank | ||
| Common | About 10–60 litres | – |
| Power | ||
| Typical | About 70–250 W | – |
| Features | ||
| Common | Ice packs, remote, timer, swing | – |
| Capacity | ||
| 1 HP | – | About 9,000 BTU: small bedroom |
| 1.5 HP | – | About 12,000 BTU: medium bedroom or office |
| 2 HP | – | About 18,000 BTU: large room or living room |
| 2.5 HP | – | About 24,000 BTU: large living or open space |
| Technology | ||
| Compressor | – | Variable-speed (inverter) |
| Refrigerant | – | Commonly R32 or R410A |
| Installation | ||
| Units | – | Indoor wall unit plus outdoor condenser |
| Power | – | 230 V, 50 Hz; dedicated circuit recommended |
Why choose the Air Cooler
A fan that blows air through water-soaked pads to cool it. It uses far less power than an AC and needs no installation, but works best in dry air.
- Much cheaper to run than an AC
- No installation
- Works best in dry harmattan air
Why choose the Inverter Split Air Conditioner
A wall-mounted split AC whose compressor speeds up and slows down to hold the temperature, instead of switching fully on and off. It costs more upfront but uses noticeably less electricity, which matters on prepaid meters.
- Uses less electricity than a non-inverter AC of the same size
- Holds a steady temperature with fewer swings
- Quieter operation
- Gentler on the compressor, with fewer hard starts