| key specs | 
| Capacity | 1 Ton | 1 Ton | 
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 3 Star | 
| Type | Inverter Split | Split | 
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper | 
| Power Requirement | AC 150-264V, 50Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | 
| Power Consumption | 1390 W | 955 W | 
| Dimensions | 89 cm x 26 cm x 20.3 cm | 845 mm x 275 mm x 180 mm | 
| general | 
| Brand | Whirlpool | Blue Star | 
| Model | 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (SAI12K31DOP) | 1 Ton 3 Star Split AC (3HW12SATU) | 
| Model Name | SAI12K31DOP | 3HW12SATU | 
| Type | Inverter Split | Split | 
| Capacity | 1 Ton | 1 Ton | 
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 3 Star | 
| BEE Rating Year | 2021 | 2018 | 
| Colours | White | White | 
| Cooling Capacity | 3520 W | 3360 W | 
| Compressor | Rotary Compressor | Rotary | 
| Refrigerant | R - 32 | R-32 | 
| Operating Modes | Fan Mode, Sleep Mode, Swing Mode, Turbo Mode | Auto/Cool/Fan/Dry, Fan Modes Auto/High/Medium/Low | 
| Dehumidification | No | Yes | 
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper | 
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes | 
| dimensions | 
| Indoor W x H x D | 89 cm x 26 cm x 20.3 cm | 845 mm x 275 mm x 180 mm | 
| Indoor Unit Weight | 7.5 kg | 10 kg | 
| Outdoor W x H x D | 66 cm x 48.2 cm x 24 cm | 858 mm x 536 mm x 327 mm | 
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 21 kg | 37 kg | 
| Other Dimensions | - | Suction Tube Size Outer Diameter: 12.7 mm, Liquid Tube Size Outer Diameter: 6.35 mm, Maximum Piping Capability Total: 10 m, Maximum Piping Capability Vertical: 5 m, Refrigerant Additional Charge Beyond 3.66 M: 15 g/m | 
| performance features | 
| Indoor Noise Level | Low - 32 dB | High - 43 dB, Low - 35 dB | 
| Indoor Temperature Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Cooling Coverage Area | 120 sq.ft | NA sq ft | 
| Turbo Mode | Yes | Yes | 
| ISEER | 3.9 W/W | 3.52 W/W | 
| Panel Display | - | Yes | 
| power features | 
| Power Requirement | AC 150-264V, 50Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | 
| Power Consumption | 1390 W | 955 W | 
| Operating Current | 5.2 A | - | 
| Other Power Features | Power Requirement Phase: 1 Phase | Electricity Consumed in 1600 Hours Units/Year: 739.27, Running Current: 4.3 A | 
| air flow and filter features | 
| Auto Air Swing | Yes | - | 
| Air Circulation | 580 CFM | 342 CFM | 
| Anti-bacteria Filter | No | Yes | 
| Dust Filter | Yes | Yes | 
| Other Air Flow Features | - | Airflow Volume Wet: Medium/Low - 300/277 CFM, Moisture Removal: 1.4 L/hrs, Motorised - Horizontal Louvre/Vertical Swing, Manual- Vertical Louvre/Horizontal Swing, Airflow Direction Control | 
| Active Carbon Filter | - | Yes | 
| Other Filter Features | - | Catechin, Silver Ion, Anti-Acarien, Vitamin C | 
| remote control features | 
| Night Glow Buttons | Yes | Yes | 
| Battery Type | 2 | - | 
| Other Features | - | Large LCD with Back Light | 
| convenience features | 
| Auto Restart | Yes | Yes | 
| Timer | Yes | Yes | 
| Sleep Mode | Yes | Yes | 
| Self Diagnosis | Yes | Yes | 
| Memory Feature | - | Yes | 
| Other Convenience Features | - | Timer On/Off, Blow | 
| warranty | 
| Warranty Summary | 1 year comprehensive+10year on compressor | 1 Year on Product and 5 Years Compressor Warranty | 
| body and design features | 
| Evaporator Fin Type | - | Hydrophilic Blue | 
| Condenser Fin Type | - | Anti Corrosive Blue |