UK Air Conditioning Manufacturers By Efficiency

Compare the UK's leading air conditioning manufacturers by SEER rating, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Find the perfect AC unit for your home with our comprehensive brand comparison.

Daikin

4.7/5

From Price

£1,200

SEER Rating

8.2

Energy Rating

A++

UK Market Share

22.5%

Key Info:

Warranty:

7.5 years

Reliability:

4.8/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Smart Control Compatible

Ultra-Quiet Operation

Extended Warranty (7+ years)

45 Models

Quiet
Smart

Airedale

4.5/5

From Price

£2,200

SEER Rating

8.0

Energy Rating

A++

UK Market Share

1.8%

Key Info:

Warranty:

10.0 years

Reliability:

4.6/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Ultra-Quiet Operation

Extended Warranty (7+ years)

20 Models

Quiet

Mitsubishi Electric

4.6/5

From Price

£1,350

SEER Rating

7.9

Energy Rating

A++

UK Market Share

18.3%

Key Info:

Warranty:

8.0 years

Reliability:

4.7/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Smart Control Compatible

Ultra-Quiet Operation

Extended Warranty (7+ years)

38 Models

Quiet
Smart

Panasonic

4.4/5

From Price

£1,100

SEER Rating

7.8

Energy Rating

A++

UK Market Share

12.1%

Key Info:

Warranty:

6.5 years

Reliability:

4.4/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Smart Control Compatible

Ultra-Quiet Operation

32 Models

Quiet
Smart

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

4.3/5

From Price

£1,150

SEER Rating

7.6

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

8.2%

Key Info:

Warranty:

7.0 years

Reliability:

4.5/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Extended Warranty (7+ years)

25 Models

Samsung

4.3/5

From Price

£1,050

SEER Rating

7.5

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

9.7%

Key Info:

Warranty:

6.5 years

Reliability:

4.3/5

Features:

High Efficiency (SEER 7.5+)

Smart Control Compatible

24 Models

Smart

LG

4.2/5

From Price

£950

SEER Rating

7.4

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

11.8%

Key Info:

Warranty:

6.0 years

Reliability:

4.2/5

Features:

Smart Control Compatible

28 Models

Smart

Hitachi

4.1/5

From Price

£980

SEER Rating

7.3

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

8.8%

Key Info:

Warranty:

6.5 years

Reliability:

4.2/5

Features:

22 Models

Fujitsu

4.0/5

From Price

£900

SEER Rating

7.2

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

7.5%

Key Info:

Warranty:

6.0 years

Reliability:

4.1/5

Features:

20 Models

Toshiba

3.9/5

From Price

£850

SEER Rating

7.1

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

6.2%

Key Info:

Warranty:

5.5 years

Reliability:

4.0/5

Features:

18 Models

Sanyo

3.8/5

From Price

£800

SEER Rating

7.0

Energy Rating

A+

UK Market Share

4.5%

Key Info:

Warranty:

5.0 years

Reliability:

3.9/5

Features:

16 Models

Midea

3.7/5

From Price

£650

SEER Rating

6.8

Energy Rating

A

UK Market Share

5.5%

Key Info:

Warranty:

5.0 years

Reliability:

3.8/5

Features:

35 Models

De Longhi

3.8/5

From Price

£450

SEER Rating

6.5

Energy Rating

A

UK Market Share

4.2%

Key Info:

Warranty:

3.0 years

Reliability:

3.6/5

Features:

15 Models

Meaco

3.9/5

From Price

£420

SEER Rating

6.2

Energy Rating

A

UK Market Share

3.1%

Key Info:

Warranty:

3.5 years

Reliability:

3.7/5

Features:

12 Models

Russell Hobbs

3.4/5

From Price

£350

SEER Rating

5.8

Energy Rating

B

UK Market Share

2.8%

Key Info:

Warranty:

2.5 years

Reliability:

3.2/5

Features:

8 Models

Understanding Air Conditioning Ratings

SEER Rating

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. Higher numbers (7.5+) mean better efficiency and lower running costs.

Energy Rating

EU energy labels from A+++ (most efficient) to D. A++ or higher recommended for best savings.

Noise Levels

Measured in dB. Units with 22dB or lower are ideal for bedrooms and quiet spaces.

Smart Features

Wi-Fi connectivity, smartphone apps, and smart home integration for remote control and scheduling.