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[TinTinSnowy]

Hi,

We bought a new flat. Looking for appliance suggestions within my budget. Please suggest something from your area of expertise/usage.

1) ACs: 2.5L

- 3x 1 Ton AC
- 2x 1.5 Ton AC

Considering:

- Full 5-year warranty
- 3 vs 5 star rating?
- 2025 BEE ratings (if substantially better than previous)

2) Fridge: 60K

Considering a 600L side-by-side fridge from Haier. Our current 385L double door is only 50% full as we keep a lot of stuff on the Dining Table. Wondering if we need 600L or if the family just wants it for show. Looking for feedback here.

3) Gas Stove: 20K

We have this and want to upgrade. https://shop.ttkprestige.com/prestige-desire-hobtop-phtd-04-ai-4-burners40578.html

Looking for something better than this. Maybe 3 burners with larger burners or auto-off functionality.

4) Chimney: 20K

I don't know much about it. Suggest the best in my budget.

5) Bathroom Heater:

I had a poor experience with a Racold 2KW storage water heater. It takes a long time to heat water for usage in shower. An instant water heater with 3KW heats water quickly. I'm confused. What do you suggest?

6) RO: 20K
I have this and am satisfied with it. https://www.zerobonline.com/product/kitchenmate-rouf-under-the-sink-purifier/

Should I buy the same RO model again, consider a rental, or go for a locally assembled one with low service costs?

7) Robo Vaccum Cleaner: 25K

Looking for a Robo Vac with LIDAR and good after-sales support.
Considering Xiaomi X10, but it's out of stock at Amazon.

8) Air Purifier: 20K

What a ripoff. Companies are selling a simple mechanical thing for inflated prices. Considering Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro.
I might buy more for my home after testing a product. Suggest 2: one with a PM sensor, one without to save money. Running one will give enough idea of the PM values.

9) TV: 1.5L

I need 3 TVs and am considering:
- TCL 75 inch (70K) (Non 120hz or qled/oled panel as those will increase the budget)
- 2x Motorola 65 inch (40K)

10) Microwave Oven + OTG: 20K

11) Ceiling Fan: 42K

I need 7 fans. They must be BLDC and look good. If good-looking fans are expensive, I can put 2 expensive ones in the living room and cheaper ones in the bedrooms and kitchen to fit them within the budget.

12) Smartlock Dilemma?

Should I get a safety door? I'll need two smartlocks if I do.

I was going to get a video doorbell, a smart lock, and CCTV for the front door. But now I can get all that in one smartlock with video doorbell functionality. https://www.amazon.in/LAVNA-Fingerprint-Mobile-Manual-Bluetooth/dp/B0CFLT4X5F/

I can also rely on the floor passage CCTV cameras (managed by society).

 

[Rover1312]

when getting an AC check for something like a convertible AC that can run at 40% load, the power consumption are really really low , i have a 5star panasonic 1Ton AC and running it for 10hrs a day consumes around 4kWh. model: CS/CU-NU12ZK5W 2024.

 

[t3chg33k]

Considering my experiences from the past year, I would recommend the Panasonic 5-star convertible inverter AC and the Urban Company RO water purifier.

My experience with Crompton Energion BLDC fans is also not bad but had to get them serviced to work properly, for which the 5-year warranty is helpful.

On the other hand, completely disappointed with Ecovacs robotic vacuum cleaners as the software from my experience was plain rubbish.

 

[Tracer_Bullet]

I am also looking at ACs, dont know much about them.

Sharp ones seem interesting, they launched recently. Some models have 7 years comprehensive warranty, 1.5 ton only. Japanese/Taiwanese company if that means anything.
They had good service for my dehumidifier in Mumbai.

These 2 are 5 star ones with 7 years comprehensive warranty. Not sure whats the diff between these two. Dual inverters is all i see, but same ISERR of 5.15, so does it matter?

https://www.amazon.in/SHARP-Inverter-Comprehensive-Convertible-AHSI18V5BSC/dp/B0DZHBY8KT

Amazon.in

Sharp launches Reiryou, Seiryo and Plasma Chill series ACs in India, price starts at Rs 32,999 - The Times of India

APPLIANCES News: Sharp Business Systems (India) has re-entered the Indian air conditioning market with the launch of Reiryou, Seiryo, and Plasma Chill series, introduc

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Other than this, i have head that LG has best service since they have their own people do it ( was the same for Sharp in my case ) and Mitsubishi/ogeneral has the best hardware.
Dunno where sharp stands whats the actual diff.

8) Air Purifier: 20K

I am very happy with Ikea starkvind. Got for 13k, last diwali sale it went to 5k. Filters at 1 k are cheap and its effective. Allergy more or less gone for me and asthma much much better.

when getting an AC check for something like a convertible AC that can run at 40% load, the power consumption are really really low , i have a 5star panasonic 1Ton AC and running it for 10hrs a day consumes around 4kWh. model: CS/CU-NU12ZK5W 2024.

Makes sense.
Looking at below ( see table at the bottom), efficiency at 50% load is almost 50% better vs 100% load.
~460w for ~2600w cooling vs ~1300w for 5200w cooling.

Wish someone would test these things the way we get testing of pc components.

Reiryou - b2c

in.sharp

 

[TreeOfPain]

AC : Daikin or Voltas. If you're using it for over 12 hours a day, get a 5 star. Else, 3 star god enough.

Fridge : If your 385L fridge is only half full, then 685L will be overkill. But, it will look good and impress your guests. Go for LG Haier or Samsung.

Stove: Prestige or Kaff. Have used both, no problems with either. Get a 4 burner. It will be useful sometimes.

Chimney : Elica or Faber. Don't go for Hindware.

Heaters : instant water heaters are only useful in the kitchen for washing hands and utensils. It says it's instant, but it requires 2 to 3 minutes to heat up the water. So, you can't take showers with them. You can't even fill up a 20L bucket.
I suggest a 25L AO Smith heater with temperature control.

RO : Zerob or livpure. Im using livpure smart. I pay around 5500 per year, free service and parts. My kitchen has a cockroach problem, livpure has bug free storage tanks. I change machines after every year.

Microwave : LG charcoal 32L. Ive been using it for a year. Good product

Smart lock : Qubo. Get a smart lock for everyday use and a bigger, more secure lock for when nobody is at home for days.

 

[TinTinSnowy]

when getting an AC check for something like a convertible AC that can run at 40% load, the power consumption are really really low , i have a 5star panasonic 1Ton AC and running it for 10hrs a day consumes around 4kWh. model: CS/CU-NU12ZK5W 2024.

Thanks! Most modern ACs have a convertible feature. Appreciate the info on running costs.

Considering my experiences from the past year, I would recommend the Panasonic 5-star convertible inverter AC and the Urban Company RO water purifier.

Thanks! Unfortunately, Urban Company RO doesn't fit my needs. I'm looking for an under-the-sink option. I'll go for bldc fans with a 5-year warranty. Considering MI for robo vaccum since it has a good user base.

Some models have 7 years comprehensive warranty, 1.5 ton only.

Thanks! I'll look for Sharp ACs locally. The 7-year comprehensive warranty is appealing. I am considering Godrej Hot and Cold AC 1.5 ton for the bedrooms, but it's actually 1.25 tons (specification scam) and has a 5-year comprehensive warranty. I only need a 1-ton unit for the bedrooms anyway.

I am very happy with Ikea starkvind. Got for 13k, last diwali sale it went to 5k. Filters at 1 k are cheap and its effective. Allergy more or less gone for me and asthma much much better.

The Starkvind has a CADR of 270 m3/h, while the Xiaomi has a CADR of 400 m3/h. I wonder if the Xiaomi can achieve that in reality and if it makes a big difference. Filter pricing for starkvind is nice.

 

[Tracer_Bullet]

I only need a 1-ton unit for the bedrooms anyway.

yeah, i probably only need 1 ton too, but ill likely overspec it and run it at say 50-60%/eco mode which is way more efficient. Not sure if can do that with 1 ton ( 144 sqfeet room)
I think i would like to run it through summers and monsoon ( Humidity very high > 90% during peak monsoon season) in combination with dehumidifier. Wont need it on winters.

The Starkvind has a CADR of 270 m3/h, while the Xiaomi has a CADR of 400 m3/h. I wonder if the Xiaomi can achieve that in reality and if it makes a big difference. Filter pricing for starkvind is nice.

Go for it then, its basically a fan running and filter on top of it. CADR is the main metric i think.
Also should have easy to clean/vacuum prefilters and then any decent filter ( doesn't have to be some high hepa filter as air circulates multiple times through it)

Starkvind is enough for my room, i actually run it at setting 3 of 5 most of the time. Makes less noise.
Filters are good and cheap so i went with that ( + i have had good exp with ikea products so far).
I have a nice ikea air sensor too ( discontinued unfortunately). I try to keep my room air at < 5 or 10 PM2.5.

 

[TinTinSnowy]

AC : Daikin or Voltas. If you're using it for over 12 hours a day, get a 5 star. Else, 3 star god enough.

Fridge : If your 385L fridge is only half full, then 685L will be overkill. But, it will look good and impress your guests. Go for LG Haier or Samsung.

Stove: Prestige or Kaff. Have used both, no problems with either. Get a 4 burner. It will be useful sometimes.

Chimney : Elica or Faber. Don't go for Hindware.

Heaters : instant water heaters are only useful in the kitchen for washing hands and utensils. It says it's instant, but it requires 2 to 3 minutes to heat up the water. So, you can't take showers with them. You can't even fill up a 20L bucket.
I suggest a 25L AO Smith heater with temperature control.

RO : Zerob or livpure. Im using livpure smart. I pay around 5500 per year, free service and parts. My kitchen has a cockroach problem, livpure has bug free storage tanks. I change machines after every year.

Microwave : LG charcoal 32L. Ive been using it for a year. Good product

Smart lock : Qubo. Get a smart lock for everyday use and a bigger, more secure lock for when nobody is at home for days.

AC: For the bedroom, I'm leaning towards the Godrej Hot and Cold AC (1.5-ton, but it's actually 1.25-ton) because I need the heating element, and it comes with a 5-year comprehensive warranty. For the living room ACs, I'll check out the Daikin 5-star. Dad's also considering this because they wanted something a bit more designer for the living room. https://www.amazon.in/Lloyd-Inverter-Convertible-Lighting-GLS18V5FWSSL/dp/B0CY8ZKLB4?th=1

Fridge: Considering this, it's Haier's sub-brand. https://www.amazon.in/Refrigerator-Convertible-Technology-Digital-CSS6600TS/dp/B0DTTR645N/

Stove: Mom's never used more than three burners on the current four-burner hob, but we still might get a 4 burner. Looking at stainless steel hobs instead of glass panel this time. There are designer options available now in SS. Something on these lines... https://www.amazon.in/KAFF-Stainless-Steel-Burner-Hob/dp/B077DMNZY9

Chimney: I'm considering this model because it has an auto on feature. https://www.amazon.in/Crompton-Inte...lterless-CHD-QPPI90FLE-IND/dp/B0DCW8QDBV?th=1

What's the issue with Hindware?

Heater: I'm deciding between AO-Smith and Haier 3KW storage heaters. Haier offers a 4-year warranty, while AO-Smith only offers a 2-year warranty. https://www.amazon.in/AO-Smith-SGS-Green-Storage-Vertical/dp/B07RVVW31D/ and https://www.amazon.in/Haier-Pro-Adjustable-Installation-Shockproof/dp/B0DFY66YP8/?th=1

RO: Good deal. Livpure has an under-the-sink option. Any extra charges?

Livpure Under Sink Water Purifier on Subscription Starts @₹ 649*/month

Livpure Under Sink water purifier on rent / subscription starting at just ₹649*/m. Livpure stealth UTS comes with (RO+UV+Copper), with advanced UV sterilisation.

www.livpuresmart.com

If it's 699x12, that comes to 8388, which is cheaper than paying 20K upfront for ZeroB plus the 3500 AMC.

Microwave: I'm also considering a different model that's 9k cheaper than yours. Any feature in LG which is worth getting? I don't have much idea about this appliance, we have an Elica standalone microwave and an oven in our old house. I have never touched the oven (just a show piece) and only microwaved food. https://www.amazon.in/IFB-Convection-Microwave-30BRC2-Black/dp/B016ZLKJSU

Smart lock: Dropped the plan for smart locks. Going for a thick door + safety door with traditional locks. More moving parts with smart locks. (Frequent battery changes, poor after-sales support, fingerprint sensor/buttons issues)

Go for it then, its basically a fan running and filter on top of it. CADR is the main metric i think.

Yes, long back I got a MI HEPA filter + another layer of filter from AliExpress and a cheap exhaust fan from Amazon. I put all this in a cardboard box. I had no sensor to confirm the AQI changes nor did it look aesthetically well.

I'll check reviews of ikea air purifier.