This single-zone ductless air conditioner is an effective and efficient choice for cooling a single zone without using a lot of electricity like what you would expect with central air conditioning units.

It also has four operating modes including cooling, heating, ventilation, and humidification for use throughout the year.

This unit also has a timer which you can use to ensure your room is perfectly cooled just before you come home making it a convenient and cost-effective choice for your cooling needs.

The most striking feature about this ductless air conditioner is its contemporary design. It will not only look elegant in any room but also help complement its décor.

Moreover, this air conditioner has some cool features and modes such as the programmable timer, auto swing technology and several operating modes that make it very effective.

Its major limitation is the BTU capacity which makes it less ineffective if you have to cool rooms bigger than 150 square feet.

This Honeywell ductless air conditioner is an excellent choice if you have a larger room to cool. It is lightweight and portable and therefore be used across many rooms.

Moreover, its design is contemporary and can form an excellent décor piece for your living room. It also has some cool features such as a 24-hour timer and 3 operating modes for year-round use.

This Frigidaire ductless air conditioner is one of the best air conditioners you can get and also comes with some of the coolest features including a smartphone app to control its operation.

The app allows for effortless scheduling which when combined with the timer to ensure optimal energy use which is efficient and effective with minimal losses.

With this ductless air conditioning unit, you can rest easy knowing all your heating and cooling needs are covered for all year round.

It is energy efficient and its 12000 BTU rating makes it an ideal choice to cool living rooms, bedrooms and even commercial spaces of average size. This unit also acts as a décor piece making it a great addition to any room’s décor.

This air conditioning unit comes with caster wheels to make it highly mobile and portable and therefore easy to use across multiple rooms. It has an excellent design which easily complements any room's décor.

Furthermore, this unit can be used all year round has it has modes for cooling, heating, fan, and dehumidification.

It is also energy efficient and great addition to anybody who wants the convenience that central air conditioning systems can't offer.

These ductless air conditioners  becomes very helpful more so when it comes to reducing energy usage as these units are more effective than the central air conditioning units.

Numerous  benefits makes ductless air conditioning units very attractive and that’s why their popularity is increasing day by day.

However, before you buy a ductless air conditioner for your home use, there are some things you need to know about them in order to make a more informed decision.

​The components that make up a ductless air conditioner include;

A condensing unit

The condensing unit is placed outside the building or home being cooled. The condenser coil is responsible for pumping cool air along the refrigerant lines which connect to the unit indoors.

These are charged lines that connect the outdoor unit to the indoor unit. They are usually small tubes of cooling refrigerant and connect the units through small holes on the wall or sometimes through windows.

These are suspended from the ceiling, mounted on wall or mounted on the ceiling. These are the ones responsible for releasing cool air into your home.

This where you get to control the whole system from. You can change the temperature, mode and other settings from here.

Ductless air conditioners have the following advantages when compared to other room air conditioners

The compressor of these air conditioners is housed on the outside. The only noise you can expect from this unit is from the fan which makes it quitter than other ACs.

This lets you cool one area or room of your home at a time. This helps prevent wastage of energy as you only cool the areas you are in when you want.

There is no need to worry about dirty ducts bringing allergens and other particles around your home as these air conditioners use no ductwork. The use of no ductwork also means increased performance and efficiency as there are no leaks, cracks, and disconnections.

Windows are not required

Most room air conditioners require windows for venting and installation. However, that is not the case when it comes to ductless air conditioners.

Ductless air conditioners can be further classified as either single-zone or multi-zone. A single-zone ductless air conditioner uses 1 indoor and 1 outdoor unit to cool an area of your home. They are a popular choice for bedrooms and other rooms not ducted for central air conditioning.

The major consideration you need to look when choosing a single-zone ductless AC is whether the unit is powerful enough to cover the entire room’s footage.Multi-zone ductless ACs, on the other hand, work just as similar as single-zone ductless ACs but are designed to cool multiple rooms or areas of your home or business. Each indoor unit for each zone connects to the outdoor unit using the refrigerant lines.

Generally, there are up to 4 indoor zones with a single outdoor unit equipped to handle all the indoor units. However, you can’t use all the indoor units at their maximum levels at the same time as the outdoor unit will be overpowered.

Each indoor unit offers a certain amount of cooling power measured in BTUs. For single-zone units, all you need to know is the number of BTU’s associated with it and if it is sufficient to cover the square footage you intend to cool.On the other hand, for multi-zone systems, both the indoor and outdoor units have a BTU rating attached to each of them. Since each indoor unit runs independently, ensure that each indoor unit’s BTU rating covers the square footing of the room you intend to cool with it.

Ductless air conditioners require professional installation as you need to run the refrigerant lines indoors from the outside unit using a small hole in the wall. Make sure you contact an HVAC professional to be certain your AC is installed and runs effectively and efficiently as intended.

Location Options
In most cases, the indoor conditioning units are wall-mounted or ceiling mounted using brackets. Before installing any unit, make sure that the refrigerant lines reach the unit.

It is also important to know where your indoor unit is going to be installed before you buy the ductless AC so that you choose the best design to fit your installation requirements.

​This is also another important consideration before you can install your ductless AC. Smaller-powered ductless ACs use the standard 110 – 120 V plug, which is the wiring standard for most homes. However, for larger models that use the 220 – 2420 V plug, you will need to make sure your home’s voltage matches with the unit’s rating before purchasing the unit.

Using the wrong voltage has the potential of causing damage and even fires and should be avoided at all costs.

Ductless ACs are very efficient ways of cooling your home. Energy efficiency for these units is measured by a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). The higher the SEER means that the unit is more energy efficient. Federal laws also require that ductless ACs have a SEER rating of 13.0 to be used in the United States.

You will also need to look at the Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) which is the energy usage per square foot of cooling.In addition to the SEER and EER ratings, your ductless AC unit will also come with an annual operating cost. Compare the costs with multiple models to see which one is the most cost-effective unit that will serve your needs perfectly before making buying one.

The compressor is available in two main models; inverter and rotary. A rotary compressor will continuously turn on and off while it works to maintain the set temperature. On the other hand, an inverter compressor only uses enough power to achieve the desired temperature setting before idling until more power is needed to maintain the set temperature.

Because of those, many people prefer inverter compressors as they are more energy saving than the rotary compressors.

Ductless ACs also come with multiple modes that ensure your home is well served with cool air during the summer and warm air during the winter. These additional modes are very popular with people who depend on the ductless AC as their primary cooling option.The following modes ensure all year comfort when using ductless ACs:

Heat – ductless heat pumps transfer heat from one area to another. You can use this mode during the cooler months to make sure your home feels comfortable.

Dehumidify – This helps remove excess moisture from the air. It is a popular mode for basements or during extremely humid conditions to make the surrounding air livable.

Fan Only – This circulates and distributes air around your living space without the cooling option.

Automatic – This lets the AC select the mode and fan speed on its own depending on the ambient room temperature.

Sleep – This mode maintains pleasant temperature conditions while operating quietly to ensure you sleep soundly.

There are some convenient features that come with ductless air conditioners that you should look out for. 

These include;