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To beat the rising heat in India, many people invest in ACs. Those who cannot afford an AC or want a more flexible cooling solution, opt for water air coolers. Nowadays, you can find functional and affordable air coolers made by top brands like Voltas, Blue Star, Bajaj and Symfony etc. We have compared and chosen some of the popular air cooler models with pros and cons.
Listed here are the top air coolers in India you can buy:
1. Crompton Ozone Desert Air Cooler
This powerful Crompton air cooler has a 75-litre water tank, covering 490 sq. ft. area. It has 4200 CMH powerful air delivery to cover big rooms and halls. It has features like an auto-fill function, inverter compatibility, Everlast pump, motor overload protector and high-density honeycomb pads. You also get an ice chamber. It weighs 14.5 kg and costs INR 10199.
Pros
Large water tank
Motor overload protector
Inverter Compatibility
Cons
No remote control
Regular maintenance needed
Customer Rating: 4.0/5
2. Bajaj PX 97 Torque New Personal Air Cooler
This is a good contender for the post of the best cooler for home. Its 36-litre water tank and 30 ft air throw makes the cooler suited for most users. The 1500 CMH air delivery is also good. You get features like anti-bacterial hexacool pads, Turbo Fan technology, swing deflection etc. The DuraMarine pump ensures longevity. The cooler weighs 8.7 kgs and sells for INR 5598.
Pros
Superior air throw
Small and lightweight
Durable and economical
Cons
Small water inlet
No remote
Customer Rating: 3.6/5
3. Symphony Diet 12T Personal Tower Air Cooler
Those seeking a small and powerful symphony air cooler can try this model. The cooler has a 12 liter tank. It comes with honeycomb pads, and i-Pure technology. The cool flow dispenser and auto swing work in its favor. At 7 kg it is lightweight and costs INR 5699.
Pros
i-Pure technology
Cool flow dispenser
Ergonomic design
Cons
No remote control
Only for small rooms
Customer Rating: 3.6/5
4. Bajaj DMH 65 Neo Desert Air Cooler
This is ideal for indoor and outdoor usage. The Bajaj air cooler has a generous 65-litre water tank. Its features like TurboFan technology, honeycomb pads, and 90 ft powerful air throw make it a winner. You also get a DuraMarine pump, swing deflection and 4100 CMH air delivery. At 15.8 kg it is a bit heavy and costs INR 9498.
Pros
Rooms and outdoors usage
Anti-bacterial technology
Powerful air flow
Cons
No remote control
Heavy in weight
Customer Rating: 3.9/5
5. Crompton Optimus Portable Desert Air Cooler
A suitable candidate for the position of the best air cooler in budget, it looks sleek. The area coverage is 650 sq. ft. The models has features like humidity control, auto-drain and 4-way air deflection. The Everlast pump, mosquito net, castor wheels, honeycomb pads and ice chamber make use a breeze. At 5500 CMH, it has a powerful air delivery and the tank capacity is 100-litre. With 10 kg weight, it costs 16990.
Pros
Auto-drain, Auto-fill
Collapsible louvres
Humidity control
Cons
Priced steeply
Customer Rating: 3.9/5
6. Havells Celia Desert Air Cooler
A quality offering from Havells, it may win the spot of the best air cooler in India. It has a 55-litre water tank and airflow of 3500 CMH. Features like an ice chamber, fully collapsible louvres and thick honeycomb pads make it a suitable recommendation. The 16-inch aluminim blade fan is durable. At 20 kg, it is heavy and costs INR 11399.
Pros
Silent operation
Strong air delivery
Collapsible louvres
Cons
Expensive
Heavy in weight
Customer Rating: 3.9/5
7. Voltas Mega 70 Desert Air Cooler
It is a compact yet powerful air cooler. The elegant design and 70-litre water tank are nice. It has mechanical controls and honeycomb wood wool cooling pads. The 4000 CMH air delivery is very good for external usage too. At 18 kg, it is heavy and sells for INR 12200.
Pros
Easy mobility
Thermal overload Protection
Works on inverter
Cons
No remote control
Costly
Customer Rating: 3.8/5
8. Kenstar Cool Grande HC 60 Desert Air Cooler
This 60-litre capacity Desert Air Cooler has 4300 CMH air delivery while air throw range is 40 ft. You get durable honeycomb cooling pads, castor wheels and ergonomic control knobs. The Quadra flow technology motor lasts long. It also runs on inverters. The cooler costing INR 8499 weighs 15.5 kg.
Pros
Compatible with inverter
Has a remote control
Quadra flow technology motor
Cons
Noisy cooling
Customer Rating: 4.0/5
9. Blue Star Premia Tower Air Cooler
The tower cooler, meant for personal usage has a slim and sleek design. It comes with a 35-litre water and high-density honeycomb pads. You also get UV protection coating, an ice chamber and a dust filter, along with thermal overload protection. It weighs 10.5 kg and sells for INR 8499.
Pros
UV protection coating
Dust filter
Cons
For small rooms only
No auto-fill
Customer Rating: 3.7/5
10. Orient Electric Cloud 3 Cooling Fan
This looks like a fan but works more like an air cooler. The Orient Electric Cloud 3 has an embedded cloud chamber and a 4.5 litres tank capacity. You get a fragrance chamber and a tilt and oscillation function. The fan weighs almost 9 kg and costs 11491.
Pros
Remote control
Elegant design
Cons
Small tank capacity
Expensive
Customer Rating: 3.7/5
Things to analyze before ordering an air cooler
- Room Size- Think of the space size inside or outside.
- Cooling Efficiency- The airflow in CMH has to be checked.
- Water Tank Capacity- Think of your usage needs and pick a model with apt tank capacity.
- Features- Look for features like a remote control, inverter compatibility, mosquito net, air purification tech etc.
- Portability- Check the weight and dimensions.
- Power requirement- Check list energy consumption.
- Price- Check if the model fits your budget or not.
- Noise Level- Noisy models can disrupt your sleep so choose wisely.
- Brand- learns about the reputation of the company before buying.
How to augment air cooler longevity
To ensure your air cooler lasts long, use these tips:
- Fill the tank using fresh water and drain after use.
- Keep the cooler away from direct sunlight.
- Clean the chamber every few months.
