Air Conditioners & Fans Sale & Deals

The first thing to look for is the room and the spot where a unit can be installed, as together they decide which type suits. A split system gives one room a permanent wall-mounted unit and needs professional installation, window and wall units suit apartments and rentals, and portable units need nothing beyond a window vent kit. Reverse cycle models add heating to cooling, and matching the capacity to the room matters as much as the type, so settle on the type and capacity before you compare models, and look at fans and air purifiers alongside.

Air conditioners on sale by installation type

Installation type is the most practical starting point when deciding the type of air conditioner you need, as it determines what is possible in your home and can affect how much ongoing energy the unit uses.

What size air conditioner do I need?

As a rule of thumb, allow about 1.25 to 1.7 kW of cooling capacity for every 10 square metres of floor area, then use this table as a general guide for split system and reverse cycle air conditioners.

Portable units: the first two rows apply up to about 25 square metres. Above that, choose a split system.

General guide for a room with a standard 2.4 metre ceiling and average insulation. Go up a size for high ceilings, afternoon sun or west-facing windows, poor insulation, open-plan layouts, kitchens or hot climates, and have a licensed installer confirm.

Energy ratings and running costs

Air conditioners carry an energy star rating that generally indicates efficiency compared with units of the same kW capacity. A higher star rating generally means lower electricity consumption for the same output, which can reduce running costs over time. Reverse cycle split systems tend to carry stronger energy ratings than portable units, which generally means lower running costs for regular year-round use.

Inverter technology, available across most current split system models from Westinghouse, Panasonic and De'Longhi, adjusts compressor speed to maintain a set temperature rather than cycling on and off at full power. This generally reduces energy consumption and temperature fluctuation compared with non-inverter models of the same kW capacity.

Features that can help reduce running costs include programmable timers, sleep modes that reduce output overnight, and Wi-Fi connectivity that allows the unit to be turned off remotely when leaving the house; you can also read about the perfect air conditioner temperature for your home.

Smart air conditioners and voice control

Many current air conditioner models connect to Smart Home platforms via Wi-Fi, allowing temperature control from a smartphone app or by voice through a smart-assistant integration. This is useful for pre-cooling a room before arriving home or for managing multiple split systems across the house from a single app.

• Wi-Fi connectivity: control temperature and mode via a dedicated brand app, useful when the remote is misplaced or out of range.

• Voice control: smart-assistant integration on selected models from Panasonic and Hisense.

• Multi-zone management: ducted systems with multi-zone control allow different temperatures across different rooms, which can reduce energy waste compared with running a single-zone setup at full capacity.

• Sleep modes: gradually adjust temperature through the night, which can lower overnight running costs while balancing comfort.

Fans and air purifiers

Fans circulate air around a room and work well alongside an air conditioner to spread cool air more evenly. Pedestal, tower and ceiling fans generally use less energy than an air conditioner, making them useful for mild conditions where full cooling is not needed.

Air purifiers filter airborne particles including pollen, dust and smoke, and are increasingly relevant for Australian households during bushfire season and pollen-heavy months. HEPA filters capture particles down to 0.3 microns, while activated carbon filters address odours and volatile organic compounds.

De-humidifiers from brands including De'Longhi cover separate air quality needs in humid climates and damp rooms, drawing moisture out of the air to reduce mould risk and improve drying time on laundry. Browse de-humidifiers as a separate category at The Good Guys alongside the fan and purifier range.

Fans and air purifiers on sale come from brands such as Dyson fans and air purifiers, Shark fans and air purifiers, Philips fans and air purifiers and Vornado fans and air purifiers.

Features worth comparing across fans and air purifiers:

• Fan oscillation: side-to-side or up-and-down movement distributes air more evenly across a room.

• Noise rating: measured in decibels; tower fans rated below 50dB on the lowest setting are suited to bedrooms.

• Air purifier coverage: measured by clean air delivery rate (CADR) and room size in square metres.

• Filter replacement: HEPA and carbon filters require replacement every 6 to 12 months depending on use. Check filter cost before buying as ongoing replacement adds to total cost of ownership.

Air conditioner brands at The Good Guys

Major air conditioner brands available at The Good Guys include:

• Westinghouse air conditioners: covers split system air conditioners across entry and mid-range configurations for whole-home installations.

• Panasonic air conditioners: produces split system and ducted air conditioners with inverter technology and nanoe-X air purification across selected models.

• Hisense air conditioners: covers split system and portable air conditioners across accessible price points.

• De'Longhi air conditioners: produces portable air conditioners alongside its heating range, with options for rooms without external wall access.

• Rinnai heating and cooling: covers reverse cycle split systems for households wanting a single brand across heating and cooling.

Portable air conditioners on sale suit single rooms and cost less upfront than a split system. Entry-level 2.5kW split systems are the most accessible full split-system option before installation. Mid-range 3.5 to 5kW split systems from Westinghouse and Panasonic step up in capacity and features. Premium and large-capacity units from Rinnai sit at the top of the range, with professional installation adding to the total cost depending on complexity.

How to buy an air conditioner on sale

1. Measure the room size in square metres and check ceiling height, then match the room to the cooling capacity in the table above.

2. Choose installation type based on your home: split system for permanent installation, window wall for apartments allowing window units, portable for rented properties or rooms without external wall access.

3. Compare energy star ratings: a higher star rating generally means lower running costs than other air conditioners of the same kW capacity with a lower rating.

4. Check whether the unit is reverse cycle (heating and cooling) or cooling only. Reverse cycle is the more practical choice for year-round use. For rooms that only need heating, compare heaters on sale.

5. Confirm Wi-Fi and smart home compatibility if app or voice control is important.

6. Get a quote for professional installation before purchasing the unit, as split system installation is a separate cost on top of the unit price.

7. Compare current sales across Westinghouse, Panasonic, Hisense, De'Longhi and Rinnai.

8. Add to cart or reserve in-store for collection at your nearest The Good Guys.

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