| key specs |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| Type | Inverter Split | Inverter Split |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Aluminium |
| Power Requirement | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | AC 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1880.0 W | 1390 W |
| Dimensions | 105.0 cm x 32.0 cm x 23.0 cm | 1065 mm x 243 mm x 298 mm |
| general |
| Brand | Whirlpool | Samsung |
| Model | 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (SAI18K38DC1) | 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (AR18NV5HETU) |
| Model Name | SAI18K38DC1 | AR18NV5HETU |
| Type | Inverter Split | Inverter Split |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| BEE Rating Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Colours | White | White |
| Cooling and Heating | No | No |
| Cooling Capacity | 5080.0 W | 5000 W |
| Compressor | Rotary | 8-pole |
| Dehumidification | Yes | Yes |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Aluminium |
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Modes | - | 2 Step Cooling, Fast Cool, Comfort Cool, Good Sleep, Auto Mode, Fan Mode |
| dimensions |
| Indoor W x H x D | 105.0 cm x 32.0 cm x 23.0 cm | 1065 mm x 243 mm x 298 mm |
| Indoor Unit Weight | 12.0 kg | 11 kg |
| Outdoor W x H x D | 78.0 cm x 54.0 cm x 26.0 cm | 1023 mm x 750 mm x 413 mm |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 29.0 kg | 40 kg |
| Other Dimensions | Outdoor Gross Weight: 36 kg | Outdoor Gross Weight: 42.6 kg |
| performance features |
| Panel Display | Yes | Yes |
| Indoor Temperature Indicator | Yes | - |
| Turbo Mode | Yes | - |
| ISEER | 3.65 W/W | 3.6 W/W |
| Indoor Noise Level | - | High - 46 dB, Low - 24 dB |
| power features |
| Power Requirement | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | AC 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1880.0 W | 1390 W |
| Other Power Features | Power Consumption Cooling: Low - 640 W, High - 2100 W | - |
| Operating Current | - | 7 A |
| air flow and filter features |
| Auto Air Swing | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-bacteria Filter | No | Yes |
| Dust Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Active Carbon Filter | No | No |
| Deodorizing Filter | No | No |
| Other Air Flow Features | - | Air Direction Control (Left/Right): Manual, Air Direction Control (Up/Down): Auto |
| Other Filter Features | - | Auto Clean (Self Cleaning), Anti-Bacteria |
| remote control features |
| Night Glow Buttons | Yes | - |
| convenience features |
| Auto Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Self Diagnosis | Yes | - |
| Quiet Mode | - | Yes |
| Timer | - | Yes |
| Other Convenience Features | - | Auto Clean (Self Cleaning), Digital Display, Beep On / Off, 24-Hour Timer / Real Timer |
| warranty |
| Warranty Summary | 1 Year on Comprehensive Unit , 10 years on compressor & 5 years on condensor | 5 Years on Condenser and 10 Years on Compressor |