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1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) vs 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)

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Quick verdict

  • 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) is better for low electricity bills.
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) is better for cooling in extreme heat.
  • 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) leads on overview.
  • 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) leads on cooling and efficiency.
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) leads on build.
  • 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) offers better overall value (10.0 points per ₹10,000).
  • 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) has the higher Comparezi Score (76.7).
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) is the cheaper option at ₹67,500.

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

Winners by area

Overview 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)
Cooling and efficiency 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)
Build 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)
Value 1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)

Specifications side by side

Spec
1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)
1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)
Overview
Type
Split
Split
Capacity
1.5 ton
1.5 ton
Energy rating
3 star
5 star (better)
Inverter compressor
Yes
Yes
Model number
CAI18IN3R36F0
CAI18CE5R36F0
Cooling and efficiency
ISEER
4.35 W/W
5.6 W/W (better)
Star label year
2026
2026
Cooling capacity
4,800 W
4,800 W
Power consumption
1,435 W
1,100 W (better)
Annual energy use
854.39 kWh/year
663.31 kWh/year (better)
Cools at outdoor temperature up to
55 °C (better)
52 °C
Convertible modes
6-in-1 (FlexiCool)
6-in-1 (FlexiCool)
Build
Refrigerant
R32
R32
Noise level
37 dB (better)
38 dB
Features
Filters
HD filter, Antiviral Guard coated filter
HD filter, PM 2.5 micron filter
Self-clean
Yes
Yes
Warranty
Product warranty
1 year
1 year
Warranty terms
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
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 (CAI18IN3R36F0)

₹67,500

1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)

₹76,500

Pros and cons

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)

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

1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0)

  • Pro: BEE-label energy use of 663.3 kWh a year, lower than 93% of the 46 1.5-ton split ACs on Comparezi that state it
  • Con: Louder indoor unit than 82% of the 51 1.5-ton split ACs on Comparezi that state it (38 dB)

Which should you buy?

1.5 Ton 5 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18CE5R36F0) if you want the strongest overall specification: it has the higher Comparezi Score (76.7).

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) if price matters most: it is the cheaper option at ₹67,500.

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