Split AC with Alexa Support

[Sushubh]

Have to buy a split ac for lobby. Would like to have Alexa support this time around. Was wondering if anyone here has purchased a wifi enabled model in recent times and how was the experience.

 

[Sushubh]

ok so found the model listing with wifi support.

FTKR35U

Designed for smart cooling, Daikin's FTKR35 is poised to deliver smart air conditioning experience. From Mobile App Control to Voice Control through Google Home and Alexa, this power-packed machine is truly beyond imagination.

www.daikinindia.com

this page also lists the subscription cost. currently going through the brochure.

 

[Sushubh]

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they have just uploaded single page out of the entire brochure it seems.

 

[Sushubh]

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this does not seem to have any info on pricing so i guess would have to check with customer care.

 

[mikrotik]

If you have issues of gas leakage in your area, go for Voltas. Overall voltas is making very good products. Don't go for Lloyd or Panasonic. Their ASS is shitty and parts availability is dicey. Inverter ACs are lot more complex and costs a ton to get them repaired. I will say stick with known brands like Hitachi, Daikin, LG, Samsung or Voltas.

 

[Sushubh]

Gas leakage is area dependent

 

[mikrotik]

Yes it is. If you are living in an area that is near to an big open drain then you are doomed.

 

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[Sushubh]

No such problem AFAIK. Would try to visit Voltas and LG showrooms and see if prices are significantly higher than on Amazon

 

[Tejas01]

For me the prices in showroom were cheaper than Amazon.

 

[Tejas01]

LG has a pretty standard rate for installation(with breakup). It was ₹2100 something for me. I only took stand and small amount of drain pipe. Gave him additional ₹500 for vacuuming my system. You will have to go for new piping (idu to ODU) since r32(new machine) has different pressure requirements than r22(Hitachi). Using same piping system would compromise safety and efficacy of the machine.
You can re-use the same water drain pipe since it only drains water.

 

[MadAxe]

@Sushubh From what I learnt while searching for my purchase, always prefer
OGeneral for Window ACs
Daikin for Split ACs

Though LG and Voltas may be cheaper and showroom guys would definitely try to offer lucrative deals.
Would still advise to stick to Daikin this time as well given you don't have issues with the ones you're already using.