Air conditioners can effectively cool rooms, keeping you comfortable even when outside temperatures soar to record levels. This guide can help you find the best ACs under Rs. 40,000 from the leading brands.
While once considered luxury appliances, ACs are now essential to brave the summer heat. With climate change-induced heat waves becoming a common occurrence, installing a reliable AC with high ambient cooling power has become crucial. At the same time, keeping an eye on the budget is equally important. Since striking the right performance-to-price balance can be challenging, we have curated this comprehensive guide on the best ACs under Rs. 40,000.
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Best-selling ACs under Rs. 40,000 in India
We have selected these best-selling split ACs based on their ratings, reviews, and features to bring you the best all-rounders at a reasonable price. Additionally, we have included various AC capacities to ensure you find the perfect fit for your room size. Here are our top picks for the best ACs under Rs. 40,000 in India.
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Lloyd 1.0 ton 5 Star inverter split AC white (Copper Condenser, GLS12I5FWRBV)
Designed to tackle Indian summers, this Lloyd split AC features an Air Cooled Electric Control Box to ensure non-stop cooling even at 52 degrees Celsius. You can customise cooling to suit your needs with the 5-in-1 convertible cooling modes of this AC. This Lloyd air conditioner also features a PM 2.5 filter that eliminates micro contaminants from the air to keep you safe and healthy.
| Specifications: Lloyd 1.0 ton 5 Star inverter split AC white (Copper Condenser, GLS12I5FWRBV) | |
| Tonnage | 1 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 3,500 W |
| Energy rating | 5 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 533.89 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor |
| Price | Rs. 38,000 |
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Hitachi 1 ton 3 Star inverter split AC white (Copper condenser, RAS.G312PCAISF)
Powered by 6 Hexa Sensors, this split AC senses the ambient temperature to offer the best cooling performance. This Hitachi split AC uses a unique ice clean feature to keep the air fresh and clean. It uses FrostWash technology to freeze and defrost the AC’s coils, eliminating dust, mould, and bacteria. Moreover, the unique Auto Coil Dry technology eliminates moisture from the evaporator coils, ensuring odour-free air delivery.
| Specifications: Hitachi 1 ton 3 Star inverter split AC white (Copper condenser, RAS.G312PCAISF) | |
| Tonnage | 1 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 3,458 W |
| Energy rating | 3 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 669.16 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor |
| Price | Rs. 32,490 |
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Blue Star 1.5 ton 3 Star split AC white (Copper Condenser, IA318FNU)
This 1.5-ton Blue Star split AC runs on a 100% copper condenser to effectively cool medium-sized rooms. Equipped with a powerful inverter compressor that adjusts speed depending on the heat load, this AC comes with 5-in-1 convertible cooling for better energy savings. The unique acoustic jacket of the AC ensures a low noise output of just 48 dB, creating a quiet sleeping environment.
| Specifications: Blue Star 1.5 ton 3 Star split AC white (Copper Condenser, IA318FNU) | |
| Tonnage | 1.5 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 5,150 W |
| Energy rating | 3 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 1,002.84 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor |
| Price | Rs. 37,488 |
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Voltas 1.5 ton 3 Star inverter split AC White (Copper Condenser, SAC 185V VECTRA ELEGANT)
Next on our list of the best ACs under Rs. 40,000 is this Voltas AC that comes with a built-in Auto Clean function. This feature automatically removes dust particles, bacteria, and mould from the AC’s evaporator coils. Powered by a heavy-duty compressor, this Voltas split AC delivers swift cooling even as temperatures soar to 52 degrees Celsius. You can enjoy lasting comfort while saving power thanks to the adjustable 4-in-1 cooling modes that allow you toggle operational tonnage from 20%-120%. Features like a hidden display, sleep mode, and low noise operation help create a cosy and relaxed sleeping environment.
| Specifications: Voltas 1.5 ton 3 Star inverter split AC White (Copper Condenser, SAC 185V VECTRA ELEGANT) | |
| Tonnage | 1.5 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 4,850 W |
| Energy rating | 3 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 751.28 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty and 10 years on the compressor |
| Price | Rs. 34,990 |
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Daikin 1.5 ton 3 Star split AC White (ATKL50UV)
Hailed as one of the best ACs under Rs. 40,000 for smart homes, this Daikin AC boasts voice control support. Thus, you can seamlessly integrate the AC with your smart home hub and control it via Google Home or Amazon Alexa. The air conditioner runs on a Neo Swing compressor, ensuring prolonged durability and years of uninterrupted service. Equipped with the Coanda Airflow technology, this Daikin split AC evenly circulates cool air to ensure rapid cooling on the hottest summer days. Additionally, this Daikin AC features a Titanium Apatite Deodorising air purifying filter that traps allergens, dust, pollen, and other microparticles to keep the air clean and pure.
| Specifications: Daikin 1.5 ton 3 Star split AC White (ATKL50UV) | |
| Tonnage | 1.5 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 5,000 W |
| Energy rating | 3 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 966.47 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty on the product |
| Price | Rs. 39,000 |
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Lloyd 2 ton 3 Star inverter split AC white (Copper condenser, GLS24I3FWSEL)
Best-suited for spacious 200-square-foot rooms, this Lloyd AC is designed to ensure corner-to-corner cooling even when outside temperatures reach 52 degrees Celsius. Equipped with a PM 2.5 filter, this high-capacity Lloyd split AC purifies the air while cooling it. The Golden Eva Fin protection on the unit shields it from rainwater, dust, and water damage, prolonging the shelf life of the AC.
| Specifications: Lloyd 2 ton 3 Star inverter split AC white (Copper condenser, GLS24I3FWSEL) | |
| Tonnage | 2 ton |
| Cooling capacity | 6,310 W |
| Energy rating | 3 Star |
| Annual energy consumption | 1,266.63 kWh |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor |
| Price | Rs. 37,990 |
You need to invest in a good AC to enjoy lasting relief from the summer heat. You can use the list of best-selling ACs under Rs. 40,000 to pick your ideal match and eliminate the summer woes. Additionally, you can shop for the best ACs under Rs. 40,000 on No Cost EMIs using the Bajaj Finserv EMI Network Card to lighten the burden on your pockets.
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