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₹35,000 is the real-world price of a good 1.5-ton, 3-star split AC in India today — the segment most Indian bedrooms actually need. We compared current listings across major brands to find split ACs that stay under the cap with genuine 3-star BEE ratings, not stripped-down window units.

Pick 01 of 08

Daikin 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (MTKL50U)

Daikin’s dependable mid-range split AC, built around its own swing compressor rather than a rebadged third-party unit.

• Daikin swing-type inverter compressor
• Dew Clean self-cleaning
• PM 2.5 filter
• Triple display power monitor

Pros

• Daikin’s compressors have a strong reliability reputation in India
• Even Coanda airflow cools the room evenly

Cons

• Sits near the top of this price band

Price: ₹30,500–₹34,500

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Pick 02 of 08

Voltas 183V Vertis Zenith Gold 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC

Voltas remains India’s top-selling AC brand for a reason — wide service network and a fair price for this capacity.

• 1.5 ton, 3 star inverter
• 2026 model
• Copper condenser

Pros

• Largest AC service network in India — easy annual maintenance
• Competitively priced for a name brand

Cons

• Fewer smart/WiFi features than Samsung or LG

Price: ₹30,000–₹33,500

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Pick 03 of 08

LG 1.5 Ton 3 Star Split Inverter AC (KS-Q18ENXA)

LG’s convertible AC with a 6-in-1 mode dial so you can under-cool the unit on mild days to save power.

• 6-in-1 convertible cooling
• Dual Inverter compressor
• Anti-virus HD filter
• 26 dB low-noise mode

Pros

• Quietest operation in this list
• Convertible modes genuinely cut power bills on mild days

Cons

• Right at the top of the ₹35,000 cap — watch for price creep

Price: ₹33,500–₹35,000

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Pick 04 of 08

Blue Star IA318DXU 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC

Blue Star’s commercial-cooling heritage shows in fast pull-down performance for Indian summers.

• 1.5 ton, 3 star, 2026 BEE label
• Inverter compressor
• Copper coil

Pros

• Strong reputation for cooling performance in extreme heat
• Good balance of price and build quality

Cons

• WiFi-enabled variants push well past this budget

Price: ₹33,000–₹34,700

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Pick 05 of 08

Lloyd 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC

The most affordable name-brand option here, from the Havells-owned Lloyd, with the same core convertible/filter features as pricier rivals.

• 5-in-1 convertible cooling
• Copper condenser
• Anti-viral + PM2.5 filter

Pros

• Lowest price in this list for a mainstream brand
• Backed by Havells’ service network

Cons

• Fewer premium touches (basic remote, no WiFi)

Price: ₹29,500–₹31,500

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Pick 06 of 08

Hitachi 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (RAS.D318PCD3BS1)

Hitachi’s 2026 refresh with a SmartView panel display and dehumidification mode for humid coastal cities.

• 1.5 ton, 3 star, 2026 model
• Dehumidification mode
• SmartView panel display
• Dust filter

Pros

• Dehumidify mode is genuinely useful in coastal/monsoon regions
• Hitachi’s compressors are well regarded

Cons

• Slightly harder to find at the lower end of its price range outside sale events

Price: ₹30,000–₹35,000

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Pick 07 of 08

Haier 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC

Haier’s straightforward, no-frills split AC for buyers who just want reliable cooling at a fair price.

• 1.5 ton, 3 star inverter
• Copper condenser
• Standard remote with timer

Pros

• Consistently one of the cheaper name-brand options
• Simple, low-maintenance design

Cons

• Fewer convertible/smart modes than Voltas or LG

Price: ₹32,900–₹34,000

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Pick 08 of 08

Godrej 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (SIC 18DTC3)

Godrej’s budget-friendly split AC with I-Sense room monitoring, priced comfortably below the cap.

• I-Sense intelligent temperature sensing
• High-ambient cooling to 52°C
• 38 dB quiet mode
• 5-in-1 convertible

Pros

• Lowest verified price in this list
• Rated to keep cooling in extreme 52°C ambient heat

Cons

• Godrej’s AC service network is thinner than Voltas or LG outside metros

Price: ₹26,500–₹30,000

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Buying tips

• 1.5 ton is the right size for a typical 120–150 sq. ft. Indian bedroom; go 1 ton only for smaller rooms.
• 3-star is the value sweet spot — 5-star models cost ₹5,000–₹15,000 more and take years to pay back the difference in an average-use household.
• Installation is usually charged separately (₹1,500–₹3,000) and copper piping length beyond the standard kit costs extra — factor this into your real budget.
• Check the AMC/service network in your city before buying — Voltas and LG have the widest coverage in tier-2/3 towns.

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