The Philippine Air Conditioning market reached $8.45 billion in 2018, rising at a CAGR of 4.55 percent. The average temperature in the Philippines rose by 28 percent from April to July. The main driving factor is the changing tropical weather coupled with increasing heat and humidity in the Philippines. 

The Philippines has begun to introduce a new system for air conditioning products that aim to meet the rising pollution and energy efficiency needs of the target market. It would likely create new demand for air conditioning products with improved international standards.

People purchase and install an air conditioning system after considering how warm it can get at some time in the Philippines. One type of AC that is being purchased mostly in the market is the Window type AC. Its simple type of air conditioning system is one of its best features. It is also known as the “environmentally friendly Freon” with an outstanding performance

This report will show an in-depth analysis of the Window Type Air Conditioning product in the Philippines and how distinctive each feature is. It aims to determine the list of products that meet the standards for the air conditioning system. Window-type AC brands usually use international standard ISO 5151 and ISo16358-1 and IEC 60335-2-40. The test used 220V, room temperature of 27C, and a humidity of 48% (outdoor temperature of 35C and humidity 41%). 

Below is a list of the top Window-type Air Conditioner brands in the Philippines that will show the features and system that you must know before purchasing one.

  • Refrigerating capacity- the amount of heat removed from an object to be cooled per unit time by a refrigerating machine.
  • Energy Efficiency Cooling Seasonal Performance Factor- it is used to measure the efficiency of air source heat pumps from the environment.
  • Energy Efficiency Grade- categorize the relative energy efficiency performance of household appliances into grade 1 to grade 5
  • Dehumidify- low energy cost that helps your unit run efficiently. High humidity makes it feel warmer than the real room temperature
  • Condensate Emission- is the AC system’s way of removing air from the unit and condenses it to liquid to make the process of cooling the area.


Tips on Choosing your AC

People are now vigilant when it comes to the appliances that they are using inside their house. One of those that need detailed preparation before using is the Air Conditioner, whether it will be an inverter type or non-inverter. 

(The critical distinction between an inverter and non-inverter air conditioner is that an inverter air conditioner can control the compressor motor's speed. Non-inverter engines, in contrast, only operate at maximum speed or stop. The engine operates at full power, but turns off once the room temperature decreases to the level desired)

It shows that some challenges can include the pricing of the unit and the necessary installation fees. In the figure above, the Panasonic brand costs 24,570 Php and tallied the most expensive in the list while the Carrier brand tallied the least costly, which is 19,175 Php. The average basic installation fee for air conditioners range from 2,600 Php to 3,185 Php depending on the retailer. The installation of a window-type air conditioner should match your needs healthily and effectively. For most situations, the deployment of the new device ranges from 10 hours to one day. It starts with checking the household, the suitability of the unit to a specific house. 


Key Takeaways

If you are to purchase an air conditioner for your home, you have to weigh its horsepower (HP) and its energy consumption. You also have to consider what unit you like the most, and how suitable it is to the room you will put it in. The horsepower (HP) depends on the floor area you are about to cool. A unit with 1HP can cool an estimated floor area of 15 to 21 square meter. It is a must for the owner to check the floor area before purchasing and installing an air conditioner.

If you already have thought of which AC you want the most, maintaining it is another work. So, we have enlisted some tips on how you can take good care of your AC.


  • Schedule a regular basis cleaning of air conditioning to ensure system efficiency.
  • Use a curtain to block the direct hit of sunlight to the unit to avoid damage.
  • Air intake and exhaust fan should not be blocked.
  • The room should be close at times when the AC is on.
  • It is a must that AC should run in its maximum fan speed to maximize energy efficiency.

Since we are in the new normal, people use the internet to purchase appliances to avoid the hassle. If you are looking for an air conditioner supplier and can provide you air conditioning services, find it from our professionals' pool.