Welding machines differ. Comparison of an inverter air conditioner with a conventional one. What is the difference between repairing an inverter air conditioner and a simple one?

IN last years New models of air conditioners - inverter ones - began to appear in household appliance stores. Sellers invite potential buyers to choose them: according to employees retail chains, they are significantly better, but in many cases sellers cannot answer the questions: what does an inverter air conditioner mean, what exactly is the difference between an inverter air conditioner and a conventional one? Let's take a closer look at the difference between inverter and conventional split systems.

Like any other split system, this type of climate control equipment consists of external and indoor unit. The outdoor unit contains a compressor, a freon system filter, a condenser and a fan that cools the freon, and a control board and fitting connections. The indoor unit contains an evaporator, which cools the air, a fan, horizontal and vertical blinds, a filter and a condensate tray.

What is the difference between an inverter air conditioner and a conventional air conditioner?

Basics design difference This modification of wall-mounted climate systems is mainly the presence of a control board in the outdoor unit, which regulates the operation of the unit so that it turns on and off much less frequently. A conventional split system works according to to the following principle: after the room temperature rises by 3-5 degrees, it turns on, and after the device cools the temperature to the set limits, the device turns off completely. Then the on/off cycle is repeated.

The operating principle of an inverter air conditioner is somewhat different. After the first turn on, the split system will cool the room to the required temperature, but immediately after that it will not turn off, but will continue to operate, but with a power reduced by 25-75% (sometimes by 5-90%). This is achieved through the use of an inverter in the design of the unit. What does inverter mean? This means that the unit is equipped with an inverter - a device that can smoothly change the power of the device.

Once the set temperature is reached, the speed of the unit is reduced and it continues to operate at a reduced power, which is enough to maintain the desired temperature. Most budget inverter split systems still switch off completely, but much less frequently than conventional air cooler models. Only expensive units, the power of which varies from 5 to 90%, are capable of almost never turning off.

According to the passport data, conventional split systems are not designed for continuous operation; it must be turned off from time to time. Such units operate in heating mode at an ambient temperature of at least minus 5 degrees. Unlike air coolers of a conventional design, units with an inverter are adapted for round-the-clock operation; they are capable of operating in heating mode at street temperatures down to minus 25 degrees.

Advantages and disadvantages of inverter technology

The main advantage of this technology is the smooth regulation of temperature in the living room. Split systems with an inverter are able to accurately maintain the set temperature parameters; room temperature fluctuations are only 1-3 degrees, which ensures maximum comfort for people in the living room. In hot weather, a conventional split system has to be adjusted to maintain 18-20 degrees.

When turned on, the internal unit of such a unit begins to create a sharp and cold air flow, creating discomfort. Anyone exposed to this air current runs the risk of catching a cold. Once the set parameters are reached, the air cooler turns off and will turn on the next time only when the room becomes hot again. Split system with inverter upon achievement required parameters does not turn off, it maintains the set temperature with a gentle air flow, eliminating the main drawback of conventional air conditioners.

Advantages

Accurate maintenance of the specified temperature.
Work around the clock.
Heating work at outside temperatures from -10 to -25 degrees.
Economical energy consumption.
Extended service life.
Reduced noise.

Flaws

Increased cost by 30-40%.
Dependence of the control board on voltage drops.
High cost of repairs.

Which inverter driven air conditioner is better?

Many brands produce this category of household climate systems. The highest quality products are considered to be from Japanese brands - Daikin, Toshiba, Panasonic, Mitsubishi and others. These manufacturers are constantly improving the design of their products, which are becoming more perfect: more economical and less noisy. Most models from Japanese manufacturers can change performance in the range from 25 to 75%, and top models from 5 to 95%.

Korean companies produce good air conditioners with inverter drives, the quality of which is slightly inferior to famous Japanese brands. Compared to their Japanese counterparts, Korean devices are not much worse, but they are somewhat cheaper. Chinese manufacturers They produce inexpensive split systems with an inverter, but they are capable of reducing their own power only by 35 to 70%, which is noticeably worse than units produced by Japanese and Korean brands.

Daikin inverter split systems

The Japanese company Daikin specializes exclusively in the production of climate control equipment. All products manufactured at the company's factories undergo mandatory testing. Daikin units are distinguished by a long service life (both wall-mounted and floor-mounted modifications), low noise (22-27 dB, for top models - 19 dB), excellent ergonomics and efficiency, and the presence of many functions, including a self-diagnosis function. 2 lines are popular - FTX and FTXN.

Mitsubishi Electric

In terms of price/quality ratio, Mitsubishi Electric air conditioners have no equal. The manufacture and assembly of units and assemblies is carried out using modern technologies. Each assembled air cooler undergoes a 20-minute inspection, and some products undergo extensive random inspection. Some modifications of split systems of this brand are adapted to operate for heating at external temperatures from minus 10 to 25 degrees. The company produces products with inverters of the MCZ-GE and MSZ-HJ series, which have minor differences.

Toshiba

The Toshiba company produces split systems of all modifications, including an inverter. The products of this company compare favorably with those of other Japanese brands due to their price: it is slightly lower than that of Panasonic, Mitsubishi and Daikin air coolers, and the quality is no worse than theirs. The company produces several lines of inverter air conditioners - SKV, PKVP (with an increased long route), SKVP-ND (adapted for operation at outdoor temperatures down to minus 10 degrees).

>Fujitsu

Split systems with inverter of this brand are distinguished by high build quality, unpretentiousness in operation and maintenance. Particularly popular are low-power models for the home, whose power ranges from 5 to 8 kilowatts. Cooling equipment produced by the Japanese company Fujitsu has all necessary functions: sleep timer, self-diagnosis mode, restart system, etc.

Samsung

Products Korean company Samsung are considered economy class products; they differ from the products of Japanese brands in their affordable price. Samsung inverter air conditioners, despite their reasonable price, are of high quality: all components and assemblies of the air cooler meet quality standards. Reducing the cost of the product was achieved by reducing the service life (7-9 years), and reducing useful functions.

LG inverter air conditioner

The products of the Korean company LG belong to the economy class; the prices of a split system with an LG inverter are significantly lower than for products from Japanese companies. Inverter air conditioners produced by LG have sufficient quality and reliability, and are popular among buyers. Excellent design, many functions, including automatic cleaning, plasma air purification, ionization make LG products attractive to buyers on limited budgets.

Video: which air conditioner is better - inverter or regular

Both varieties household appliances for air cooling have their advantages and disadvantages, so when choosing specific model and variety should be guided by the characteristics of the room where it will be installed. Inverter air conditioners are ideal for bedrooms and other rooms with a constant temperature. If doors and windows open from time to time in the room, turn on Appliances, which produces heat, there is no point in overpaying: buy an ordinary split system. The issue of choice is discussed in more detail in the thematic video:

Inverter or regular air conditioner Is it better to buy for use in an apartment? This question is asked by almost all people planning to purchase a wall-mounted split system.

In it we will destroy many myths that are so actively spread by manufacturers and some retail chains.

After this, it will become much easier for you to determine whether an inverter or a conventional air conditioner is better suited in your case.

Differences between inverter air conditioners

Conventional air conditioners operate exclusively on the off/on principle. Having adjusted the temperature in the apartment, they turn off. But as soon as it gets warmer by 0.5-1.5 degrees, the compressor starts again and cooling begins.

An inverter air conditioner, thanks to an improved compressor and sophisticated electronics, functions somewhat differently.

When cooling is turned on, the inverter split system begins to operate at full power and, upon reaching the set temperature, does not turn off, but continues to operate, but with minimal performance. That is, there is no constant switching on/off of the compressor, plus the air conditioner rarely operates at maximum.

Thus, inverter technology provides the following advantages:

The flow of cold air is not icy most of the time, but cool.
The temperature is maintained with an accuracy of 0.5 degrees Celsius.
The outdoor unit is a little quieter.
None constant launches creating an increased load on the wiring.
Less energy is wasted.
The service life of equipment (in particular the compressor) increases.

Well, the only disadvantage we can highlight is the high cost of inverter split systems (relative to conventional ones, of course). You can compare prices from anyone official dealer, For example, .

Is everything so smooth?

The differences between inverter air conditioners described above show that they are significantly better than conventional ones, in almost all respects.

Advantage	Nuances	Conclusion
Significant energy savings	Very minor. The inverter does not always pay off the higher cost even after 5 years of operation.	Exaggeration
"Warm" air flow	Yes, after the temperature normalizes, the air flow becomes several degrees warmer than regular splits. For most people the difference is insignificant, but those prone to colds and children will feel better.	Is it true
More precise temperature control	Conventional models also do a good job of maintaining temperature, giving an accuracy of about 1 degree.	Exaggeration
If the wiring in the apartment suffers from the operation of a conventional air conditioner, then it needs to be changed! Normal copper wires do not notice air conditioner restarts. So the advantage is partly far-fetched, although in houses with “rotten” wiring it is relevant (but expensive inverters are rarely installed in them).	Irrelevant
Quiet operation	Choose a conventional or inverter air conditioner based on their this parameter Can. But keep in mind that the difference in noise level will only be with the external unit. And even then, not so significant. But the restart sounds, which some people find annoying, will disappear.	Is it true
Longer service life	Statistics show that inverters suffer greatly from voltage surges in the electrical network, and in general they break down more often than conventional split systems, which have a much simpler design.	Doubtful

It is obvious that the differences between inverter air conditioners, or rather their advantages, are somewhat overestimated. However, in terms of performance they are still better than conventional ones. And it makes sense to buy them if your budget allows.

However, it is worth considering some important points, which we will look at below.

Pitfalls of inverters

When buying an inverter wall-mounted split system, you must not only take into account that its advantages are embellished, but also keep in mind several rather important disadvantages that are not usually discussed:

In the regions of the Russian Federation, especially in small provincial cities, there is simply no one to repair inverters. Service technicians do not deal with them for a number of reasons, so the equipment will have to be taken for repair to the nearest large city (most likely to a regional center), which means dismantling it yourself.
Components for inverters are expensive and this means that in 9 cases out of 10, non-warranty repairs will cost a pretty penny (up to 50% of the cost of new equipment).
WITH warranty repairs There may also be problems, since spare parts are often not available even in Moscow authorized service centers. Because of this, you often have to wait 3-4 weeks for the completion of repairs, and sometimes even several months.
As a rule, such problems do not happen with conventional air conditioners, because they are extremely easy to repair, plus the components for them are much cheaper and are almost always in stock.

And yet, should you choose an inverter or a conventional air conditioner?

For an apartment, a very ordinary air conditioner with standard functionality (remote control, night mode, auto restart, remembering settings, coarse filters, timer).

The main thing is to follow a few elementary rules uses:

The difference between the temperature outside and indoors should not exceed 7 degrees Celsius.
The air flow should be directed along the ceiling and not towards the most frequently used functional areas (sofa, bed, workplace etc.).

However, if you want maximum level comfort and agree to high price + possible problems with warranty/post-warranty repairs, you can also purchase an inverter model.

But, it is important to consider that the characteristics of a split system depend not only on the technology used, but also on the quality of production. And much more significant than it might seem.

For example, a regular air conditioner from Mitsubishi Electric, assembled in Thailand or Japan, will be an order of magnitude better than a cheap inverter “Chinese” (quieter, more economical, more accurately maintain the temperature, etc.).

From this we can conclude that if you buy an inverter, it should be from a trusted manufacturer (Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Toshiba, etc.).
Recommended assembly - Malaysia or Japan.

From the following video You will learn how an inverter air conditioner differs from a regular one and which one is better to choose:

The production of air conditioners is becoming more and more profitable every year due to the increasing popularity of these products among consumers. Increasing competition in the market contributes to the emergence of all more split systems equipped additional features or even with excellent operating principles.

So, for example, the question most often arises: which air conditioner should you prefer – a conventional one or an inverter one? Let’s now try to figure out how an inverter air conditioner differs from a non-inverter one.

The operating principle of conventional air conditioning devices is based on a well-known physical phenomenon - the ability of substances to absorb heat during evaporation and release it during condensation. The main thing to know is that air conditioners produce neither heat nor cold. Their purpose is only to transfer air masses in a circle - from indoors to outdoors (in outer part air conditioner) and vice versa.

For example, when the cooling mode is turned on, the air conditioning device works to remove heat from the room air. That is, in fact, to remove the energy that was released during the cooling process. That is why air conditioners consist of external and external components. Freon, which is a special refrigerant, is predominantly used as an energy carrier in air conditioning devices.

The whole essence of the device’s operation comes down to the fact that after setting a certain temperature on its temperature sensor, the air conditioner begins to function until it is reached. After that it goes into sleep mode and only after changing temperature indicators- fall or rise - it turns on again. The spread of temperature indicators, in this case, can be up to 5 degrees.

For example, if you want to have a room temperature of 20 degrees, then the air conditioner can exit the “sleep” mode both at a temperature of +21 and at +25. It all depends on the specific model of the air conditioning device.

September 2018

Inverter of course!

And not because it is 15-20% more expensive and this is beneficial to the company. The markup is minimal on both inverter and classic “on/off” models.

Here are three factors:

more reliable and more durable
more economical and quieter in operation
Maintains temperature more accurately, providing climate control function

Inverter or conventional air conditioner... what to choose?

So which air conditioner should you choose: inverter controlled or classic? We would advise installing an inverter split system. Just 8-7 years ago they cost almost twice as much as their analogues. But now the difference in cost is 15-20%: when comparing the on/off model with a basic inverter from the same manufacturer.

Approximately 95% of installed equipment is inverter. Classic systems air conditioning units are installed in the vast majority of cases either in server rooms (additionally equipped with a winter kit for operation down to -40 in the cold) or in budgetary institutions, where "cheap and cheerful" is required. To apartments and country houses choose better technology.

Daikin ATXN/ARXN Series	Per m2	Price	Installation, rub.
Daikin ATXN20M6 / ARXN20M6	20	36500 R	8900
Daikin ATXN25M6 / ARXN25M6	25	37900 R	8900
Daikin ATXN35M6 / ARXN35M6	35	40900 R	9900

Basic inverter air conditioner Mitsubishi Electric

Unsurpassed workmanship. Even inexpensive Mitsubishi Electric models will outdo many manufacturers. This is a professional Japanese brand, rightfully considered (along with Daikin, a reservation must be made here) No. 1 in air conditioning systems in the world! And not in terms of production volume (the Chinese take the lead here - they make a lot), but in terms of quality and reliability!

Mitsubishi Electric Classic MSZ-HJ/MUZ-HJ Series	Per m2	Price	Installation, rub.
Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-HJ25VA / MUZ-HJ25VA	25	42990 RUR	7000
Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-HJ35VA / MUZ-HJ35VA	35	52990 RUR	7000

Fujitsu basic inverter air conditioner

One of the most affordable lines from the Japanese manufacturer. Fujitsu - great choice: not so much promoted and known, but in the world of climate control engineers it enjoys well-deserved respect. Air filtration, quiet mode work, extreme efficiency - distinctive features this model, which is one of the best air conditioners for an apartment. Contact our managers, they will expertly help you choose a model that fits directly to the parameters of your premises, and will tell you about the procedure and features of installing split systems.

Fujitsu ASYG-LLCE/AOYG-LLCE series	Per m2	Price	Installation, rub.
Fujitsu ASYG07LLCE/AOYG07LLCE	20	39900 R	4000
Fujitsu ASYG09LLCE/AOYG09LLCE	25	41900 R	4000
Fujitsu ASYG12LLCE/AOYG12LLCE	35	44900 R	4000

Installation of inverter air conditioners

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A huge plus at work inverter split system is that in order to quickly achieve the temperature set from the control panel, the “brains” of the inverter increase the speed, and accordingly the power, of the rotation of the compressor motor. The air conditioner operates in enhanced mode until the temperature in the room where the split system is located becomes equal to the temperature you set from the control panel. When the set parameter is reached, the rotation speed of the electric motor drive decreases, but unlike the non-inverter model, the compressor continues to operate. The result is a smoother maintenance of a constant temperature. It is also worth noting the minimal deviations in maintaining the set temperature.

Find out more about the principle of inverter technology:

The inverter does not need to restart the engine, just like a non-inverter engine: the compressor is always on. During operation of the inverter air conditioner, there is no constant switching on/off of the compressor of the external unit. This allows you to reduce power consumption, reduce noise levels, more accurately maintain set temperature(temperature fluctuations do not exceed 1.0 °C), work in a wider range of external temperatures. Many people confuse turning on and off the compressor located in the external unit with turning on and off the fan located in the internal block of the split system. So: the differences in the operation of the inverter and conventional equipment you will practically not feel it, because... the fan of the indoor unit rotates constantly, the heat exchanger tubes are cold for quite a long time and when the compressor is turned off, the air conditioner always blows cold air into the room, while rotating (if programmed and the functionality allows) the shutters, evenly distributing the air throughout the room. In general, they work almost the same. For a non-inverter air conditioner, the temperature of the outlet air only fluctuates slightly (this is precisely the result of connecting the compressor).
On a positive note is the fact that due to the absence of amplitude cyclic switching on/off of the compressor, the service life of the equipment is extended. The physics is simple: starting up a compressor (as well as cold starting an engine) is accompanied by increased wear of rubbing parts due to the fact that the oil in the freon mixture flows into the crankcase in the compressor and for the first seconds it operates without lubrication (metal on metal).

As a result, we can say that both power control technologies have a right to life, both create comfort in your home. But let's summarize the result.

TO strengths inverter systems include the following:

quick access to the specified temperature regime. The speed is explained by the possibility of increasing the frequency of the current and, accordingly, the power of the electric drive of the compressor;
smooth maintenance of the set temperature due to the absence cyclic switching and shutdowns;
operation of fan motors at low speeds reduces the noise level of both the indoor unit (from 20 to 26 dB) and the outdoor one;
savings in energy consumption (up to 60% compared to previous series of non-inverter units!)

Weak sides:

relative high cost of models compared to conventional blocks. The cost of such equipment is 10-25% higher than its standard counterparts;
Previously, increased sensitivity to voltage changes was noted. But on currently Most leading manufacturers of inverter equipment have built-in protection against voltage surges

To maintain optimal climatic conditions in an apartment or other room, air conditioners are widely used today. These devices perform their function perfectly, but when purchasing, people are faced with the problem of choosing the optimal type. A comparison will help solve this problem: you need to find out what is the difference between an inverter air conditioner and a regular one.

Characteristics of a conventional air conditioner

Classic air conditioners are the most widespread today. The purpose of which is to cool the temperature of the premises and maintain it at a certain, constant level. Additional tasks of split systems include the following areas:

heating of premises;
deep air purification;
fresh air flow;
oxygen enrichment;
adjusting the humidity level both up and down.

Design and nature of work

Modern air conditioners consist of two components: external (placed outside the room) and internal (mounted inside). Both blocks are connected to each other and form a single system.

Operating principle of the air conditioner

Functional tasks are solved using a special working substance - refrigerant. It has optimal characteristics to remove heat from the cooled object during boiling and transfer it during compression during the condensation process. Freon usually acts as a refrigerant. Changes in indoor climate conditions occur due to the non-contact interaction of refrigerant and air.

The operation of a split system is based on four main processes: compression, condensation with the release of energy, expansion and boiling with the release of cold.

The external component consists of the following elements:

The compressor performs compression working environment, ensures its movement along the working contour.
Condenser - a radiator for condensing the working substance.
The expansion valve ensures that the refrigerant pressure increases before entering the evaporator.
The four-way valve ensures a change in the direction of movement of freon in the circuit to switch between cooling and heating modes.
The fan forces air into the device.
Filters that provide protection against foreign particles entering the working elements of the device. Also installed for air purification.

The internal component consists of the following parts:

The front panel provides air flow.
The evaporator ensures freon boiling due to a sharp decrease in pressure.
Fan.
Control board.
Horizontal and vertical blinds change the direction of air supply to the room.
The indicator panel shows the operating modes of the device.
Filters for deep cleaning air.
Condensate collection container for subsequent removal of liquid outside the room. The process is ensured by a drainage hose.

The key parts of the system are connected through tubes that form a closed, cold circuit. The working substance circulates inside the tubes.

Classic non-inventory air conditioner

The principle of cooling, which underlies the operation of all air conditioners:

a gas working substance under low pressure approaches the compressor from the evaporator;
compression of the substance occurs, accompanied by its heating;
the heated working substance is sent to the condenser;
in the condenser, due to the constant flow from the outside of the air tubes, the freon temperature decreases;
the working substance, giving off energy, is converted into liquid and releases additional heat;
the air in the condenser receives energy;
from the condenser, the liquid, compressed working substance enters the thermostat;
when moving from a thermostatic device, the pressure and temperature of the working fluid decreases, which provokes its partial evaporation;
the gas-liquid working substance in a discharged state enters the evaporator;
in the evaporator, the working substance passes into a gaseous state, which provokes the absorption of heat from the air;
the air pumped into the room through the evaporator cools down;
From the evaporator, the working gas in a discharged state passes into the compressor - the “closing” of the cycle occurs.

Modern air conditioners have a heating option. It is carried out by switching the operation of the circuit to opposite direction- with a change in the direction of freon movement. A four-way valve is responsible for this operation.

Non-inverter appliances operate on a cyclic principle.

When the set temperature parameters are reached, the device turns off. The temperature sensor monitors the condition in the room. When the temperature changes, the device starts again. It keeps turning on and off. This mode has a number of disadvantages:

maximum loads on parts and working substance during startup;
jump in increase in power consumption in the network;
wear of parts.

Disadvantages and advantages

Advantages of conventional split systems:

Lower price.
Relatively simple system electronics without additional elements reduces vulnerability to voltage surges.
Turns on at any time temperature conditions in external environment, even if they exceed specified parameters.
Variety of models.
Availability of spare parts, their uniformity, facilitating the search for parts and reducing the waiting period during repair work.
Suitable for use in all types of premises, regardless of their traffic.

Disadvantages of conventional air conditioners

Disadvantages of conventional devices:

high wear of parts, affecting service life;
there are restrictions on the continuous duration of work;
high energy consumption;
high noise level;
less accuracy in maintaining specified climatic parameters.

Characteristics of inverter systems

Inverter climate control devices came into use as a result of technical improvements to classic devices in the early eighties of the 20th century. This happened 20 years after mass distribution devices for regulating room temperature.

Under inverter models refers to air conditioners that provide the ability to change the operating modes of the compressor.

This function allows you to adjust performance over a wide range. This is the main difference from classical systems.

Design and nature of operation of inverter systems

If you look at how an inverter air conditioner differs from a non-inverter one from the point of view of the device, then in devices of the first type general set parts, a power inverter unit (PIB) and a control panel are added to regulate its operation.

Design and principle of operation of an inverter air conditioner

Workflow Features:

NIB carries out two key functions voltage conversion. First, the mains current becomes constant. Then from the constant it is formed AC voltage, which has a given frequency that determines the dynamics of the compressor.
Voltage conversion allows the compressor to operate in different modes. When turned on, it starts in forced mode to quickly achieve the set temperatures. Then the rotation speed decreases without turning off the device, which contributes to constant maintenance reached temperature.
Operating at reduced compressor speed allows less thermal energy to be transferred. As a result, the device operates within a larger temperature range.

Disadvantages and advantages

Advantages of inverter models:

More subtle and flexible maintenance of climate regimes.
Energy saving.
Has a wider range of external temperatures.
Longer service life due to the absence always on and shutdown - 10 years versus 7 for conventional devices.
Reduced wear. During continuous operation at maximum power efficiency less than classic devices. Operating at maximum capacity in continuous mode indicates that the selected equipment does not correspond to the area of the room. At lower compressor speeds, the inverter is more efficient. The absence of constant switching on and off allows you to get rid of transient processes - starting and stopping, which increase wear on parts.
Quick access to the specified operating temperature parameters.
Reducing the overall operating noise level of both external and internal components.
Reducing the load on electrical networks.
No restrictions on working hours.

Advantage of inverter air conditioner

Flaws:

high price;
less resistance to voltage surges due to greater complexity of electronics;
gradual increase in power consumption during constant, continuous operation;
the device will not turn on the compressor if the outside temperature exceeds the specified parameters (above plus 42°C);
the duration of repairs due to the lack of general unification of spare parts for models;
increased cost of repairs;
efficiency decreases in rooms with high traffic, when there is a constant temperature fluctuation due to the coming and going of people, opening and closing windows, and the flow of fresh air;
It is not recommended to install it in kitchens where steam from cooking will require constant adjustment.

You should not believe the information about the quick payback of the difference in the cost of conventional and inverter appliances due to energy savings. This period will take at least 5 years. During this time, it is unknown what will happen to the device.

Selecting an air conditioner

Knowing how an inverter air conditioner differs from a conventional one, it is easier to choose a model that meets specific requirements. Let's figure out what main points to pay attention to if you have to choose between inverter or conventional air conditioners.

Comparison of the operation of two systems in terms of temperatures

Appearance, design, sizing and weight characteristics. There is no difference between the devices here. These characteristics depend more on the manufacturer and models.
Installation. There are no differences either.
The need for functionality. If it is important to maintain an accurate temperature regime and you need more wide range work, it's worth choosing inverter option. For the rest functional parameters classic air conditioners have similar full set options.
Noise. Inverter devices in normal mode works are characterized by lower noise emissions. On high power operation, the noise parameters of this device also increase.
Manufacturers. All leading developers of climate control equipment produce models of both types. The range of species is widely represented. It is problematic to give preference to any company. You need to look at the necessary specifications. Key manufacturers of air conditioners: Daikin, Toshiba, Panasonic, Mitsubishi, ElGi, Beko, Electrolux, Cooper and Hunter.
Features of repair. Conventional devices are easier and cheaper to repair, since these systems have standardized spare parts. If the power supply fails inverter unit or control panel of the external unit repair inverter devices will cost more and take more time.
Economical operation. Inverter systems are better and use much less electricity.
Life time. Due to lower loads on the elements, inverters have a longer service life of several years. It all depends on the specific model.
Preventative work. There are no differences in service.

For an apartment, if finances allow, it is better to buy an inverter air conditioner, because it is endowed with great capabilities, is economical, makes less noise and has a long service life.

If you have limited financial resources, it is better to buy a premium air conditioner classic type than the inverter at the lowest price. This approach will make it possible to level out the differences between an inverter air conditioner and a conventional one due to more High Quality last device.

Installation should only be carried out by qualified craftsmen who specialize in this type of work.

Do not make purchases during the hot season, when prices for appliances are at their highest. Check the availability of service purposes for air conditioner brands. This approach will ensure high-quality service and repair of the device.