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1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) vs 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0)

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Quick verdict

  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) is better for cooling in extreme heat.
  • 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0) is better for quiet at night.
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) leads on cooling and efficiency.
  • 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0) leads on build.
  • 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0) offers better overall value (7.8 points per ₹10,000).
  • 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) has the higher Comparezi Score (44.3).
  • 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0) is the cheaper option at ₹55,100.

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Winners by area

Cooling and efficiency 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)
Build 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0)
Value 1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0)

Specifications side by side

Spec
1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0)
1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0)
Overview
Type
Split
Split
Capacity
1.5 ton
1 ton
Energy rating
3 star
3 star
Inverter compressor
Yes
Yes
Model number
CAI18IN3R36F0
CAI12CE3R36F0
Cooling and efficiency
ISEER
4.35 W/W
4.35 W/W
Star label year
2026
2026
Cooling capacity
4,800 W (better)
3,400 W
Power consumption
1,435 W
985 W (better)
Annual energy use
854.39 kWh/year
604.99 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
32 dB (better)
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 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0)

₹55,100

Which should you buy?

1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI18IN3R36F0) if you want the strongest overall specification: it has the higher Comparezi Score (44.3).

1 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (CAI12CE3R36F0) if price matters most: it is the cheaper option at ₹55,100 and gives the most score per rupee .

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