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1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) vs 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)

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Quick verdict

  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) is better for cooling in extreme heat.
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) leads on cooling and efficiency.
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) offers better overall value (13.6 points per ₹10,000).
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) has the higher Comparezi Score (50.4).
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) is the cheaper option at ₹36,990.

Computed from stored specifications, the published air conditioners scoring rules and recorded prices. Not an opinion.

Winners by area

Cooling and efficiency 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU)
Value 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU)

Specifications side by side

Spec
1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU)
1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)
Overview
Type
Split
Split
Capacity
1.5 ton
1.5 ton
Energy rating
3 star
3 star
Inverter compressor
Yes
Yes
Model number
IA318TXU
CAI18IN3R36F0
Launched
2025
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Cooling and efficiency
ISEER
4.38 W/W (better)
4.35 W/W
Star label year
2026
2026
Cooling capacity
5,200 W (better)
4,800 W
Power consumption
1,575 W
1,435 W (better)
Annual energy use
918.45 kWh/year
854.39 kWh/year (better)
Cools at outdoor temperature up to
52 °C
55 °C (better)
Convertible modes
5-in-1
6-in-1 (FlexiCool)
Build
Condenser coil
Copper (with anti-corrosion coating)
—
Copper condenser
Yes
—
Refrigerant
R32
R32
Noise level
—
37 dB
Features
Filters
—
HD filter, Antiviral Guard coated filter
Self-clean
—
Yes
Colours
White + Champagne Gold
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Warranty
Product warranty
1 year
1 year
Compressor warranty
10 years
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Warranty terms
Standard Warranty of 1 Year from the date of installation, on the entire range of Window ACs, Fixed Speed Split ACs, Inverter Split ACs ...
Promotional 5 years comprehensive warranty: extension of warranty period for 4 years after the completion of the standard warranty, for Carrier Split Inverter ACs up to 2.0T purchased 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026

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Price and availability

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1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU)

₹36,990

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)

₹67,500

Pros and cons

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU)

  • Con: Higher BEE-label energy use than 82% of the 46 1.5-ton split ACs on Comparezi that state it (918.5 kWh a year)

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)

No stated figure stands out against similar models on Comparezi, either way.

Which should you buy?

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) if you want the strongest overall specification: it has the higher Comparezi Score (50.4).

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (IA318TXU) also gives the most score per rupee, so there is no trade-off between quality and price here.

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