Hisense WintAir 12000BTU Wall Split Air Conditioner AS-12CR4SYRCD02

Our review

This Hisense WintAir unit is a wall-mounted split air conditioner rated at 12000BTU, using R410 gas and a copper pipe condenser. It is a non-inverter model, so the compressor runs at a fixed speed rather than ramping up and down. Hisense lists low voltage running as a feature, which matters in areas where the supply is uneven, and recommends it for a room of about 4 by 4 metres. That makes it a reasonable fit for a bedroom, small living room or office of that size, and less suitable for open-plan spaces or rooms with heavy afternoon sun, where a larger capacity would be needed. Before buying, confirm your room dimensions and ceiling height, check that the wall position allows the indoor and outdoor units to be mounted with proper clearance, and ask the seller about installation, since a split unit needs a qualified technician to run the pipework and commission it. Compare it with inverter units of the same capacity if you expect to run it for long hours, as those usually cost more upfront but vary their power draw. Also weigh the copper condenser and R410 gas against alternatives, since these affect durability and servicing. The unit is available on Sokonia.