Are you looking for the perfect solution to keep your home cool and comfortable during the hot summer days in Marbella? Do you want to enjoy a pleasant atmosphere without spending a fortune on your electricity bill? Then you’ve come to the right place! Find out everything you need to know about inverter air conditioning.
This technology for cooling enclosed spaces was a revolution when it came onto the market. By achieving a balance between performance and energy savings, they are a perfect solution for enjoying pleasant air conditioning without skyrocketing electricity costs.
Below we will see how much they cost and how much they consume, so that you have an approximate idea of the budget you need for their installation and maintenance. If you have any questions or need a quote, contact us today. Call us or send us the contact form with your details and we will contact you as soon as possible.
What does inverter air conditioning mean?
Simply put, the inverter is an electronic component that controls the speed of the compressor, which is responsible for cooling the air. Its aim is to reduce energy consumption to a minimum by preventing the air conditioner from constantly switching on and off, resulting in significant energy savings.
For this reason, inverter air conditioning was a very innovative technology when it came onto the market. The mere fact that the speed of the compressor is constantly and smoothly regulated prevents abrupt start-ups. Until then, conventional systems could only run at full power or shut down completely. Inverters, on the other hand, adjust the compressor speed according to the cooling requirements.
When the room finally reaches the desired temperature, the compressor runs at low power to keep the room cool without consuming large amounts of energy. This seems very logical to us today, but a few decades ago the technology was much more basic.
In short, inverter technology in air conditioning offers more efficient and comfortable operation. It allows the speed of the compressor to be continuously regulated, reducing energy consumption and maintaining a comfortable environment at all times. If you are looking for an air conditioner, we recommend you choose inverter technology to enjoy its benefits in terms of energy efficiency and comfort.
How much does inverter air conditioning cost?
The prices of inverter air conditioners can vary significantly depending on several factors. Here are some of the most important aspects that will influence the price:
- Cooling capacity: The power of the air conditioner, measured in cooling capacity, is one of the key factors that determines the price. The higher the cooling capacity required to cool a room or space, the higher the cost of the equipment. For example, a 2,000 cooling capacity unit is suitable for spaces of approximately 20 m2, but if you need to cool larger areas, such as a 30 m2 room, you should opt for a larger capacity unit, such as a 3,000 cooling capacity air conditioner.
- Brand and quality: Well-known brands tend to have higher prices due to their reputation, technology, quality of materials and warranties. Leading brands such as Mitsubishi, Daikin or Panasonic offer high quality inverter air conditioners to suit any customer’s needs.
- Additional functions and features: The most economical devices tend to have a reduced number of functions. In contrast, more sophisticated brands of inverter air conditioners come with special features, such as energy saving modes, advanced filters, intelligent remote control or Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Design and aesthetics: Reputable brands also work on creating sleeker and more aesthetically appealing designs. If you’re looking for equipment that blends in well with the décor of your space, you may need to consider a higher budget.
Fortunately, the prices of inverter air conditioners have fallen in recent years. However, it is inevitable that high-end units will be many times the price of low-end units, as although both offer the same cooling capacity, the technology, quality of materials, range of features, warranties and design justify much higher costs.
While a low-end unit may cost around €250, a high-end unit will cost from €1000 upwards depending on the factors we have discussed. Obviously you always have the option of going for mid-range equipment and of course if you don’t want to compromise on the good stuff you can certainly finance the purchase in easy instalments.
Consumption of an inverter air conditioner
As we have already mentioned, inverter air conditioning stands out for its energy efficiency and its ability to reduce electricity consumption compared to conventional equipment. The best way to illustrate this is with an example, imagine a summer day in Marbella, you need to turn on the equipment and have it on for an hour at maximum power to reach the desired temperature.
The rest of the day, about ten hours, you decide to keep it on but with a minimum power, just enough so that the room does not heat up again.
Using the following data we can calculate the daily consumption:
- Average electricity cost: 0,2 €/kWh
- Consumption at maximum power: 3.35 kWh x 1 hour = 3.35 kWh
- Consumption at minimum power: 0.5 kW x 10 hours = 5 kWh
- Total daily consumption: 3.35 kWh + 5 kWh = 8.35 kWh
- Daily consumption price: 8.35 kWh x 0.2 €/kWh = 1.67 €
Therefore, enjoying cool air during the hottest months of the year in Malaga can cost you less than €2 per day. Actual consumption may vary depending on different factors, such as the outside temperature, the energy efficiency of the equipment and the preferred temperature setting.
Whether you want to air-condition a small room or your whole house, inverter air conditioning adapts to your needs and provides maximum comfort without sacrificing energy savings. If you live in Malaga you will know that it’s worth it, when the heat is on and with the humidity levels we tend to have, if you don’t have air conditioning you will be sweating all day long. Which is not a bad thing, but it is not pleasant either.
