Cooling options
Every type of system, explained simply.
There’s no single best air conditioner, just the right one for your space, how you live in it and your budget. Here’s what’s available and where each one shines. Most systems are reverse cycle, so they’ll heat in winter too.
01
Split system
The most popular choice for homes. A slim indoor unit sits high on the wall and connects to an outdoor condenser. Each indoor unit cools or heats the room it’s in, controlled with its own remote or an app.
Bedrooms
Open-plan living
Apartments & townhouses
Rentals
Why people choose it
Lowest upfront cost
Quick install with no ductwork
Inverter models are efficient and quiet
Add more rooms over time
Good to know
You’ll see a unit on the wall in each room
Each needs its own outdoor unit
Size matters: too small struggles, too big wastes power
02
Multi-split
Several indoor units running off one outdoor unit. You get room-by-room control like a split system, without a row of condensers along the side of the house.
Limited outdoor space
Units & townhouses
2–5 rooms
Why people choose it
One tidy outdoor unit
Each room controlled separately
Mix wall, console and cassette units
Good to know
If the outdoor unit has a fault, every room is affected
Usually costs more than the same number of single splits
03
Ducted
Whole-home comfort from one central unit hidden in the roof space, with concealed ducts running to discreet vents in each room. One wall controller (or an app) runs the lot.
Larger homes
New builds & renovations
Clean, minimal look
Why people choose it
Almost invisible, just vents in the ceiling
Even temperature through the whole house
Zoning lets you cool only the rooms in use
Very quiet inside
Good to know
Needs enough roof or underfloor space
Highest upfront cost
Design and zoning make a big difference, so it’s worth getting right.
04
Floor console
A compact unit that sits low on the wall at floor level. It works like a split system but fits where a high wall unit can’t.
Big windows
High or raked ceilings
Older & character homes
Why people choose it
Fits under windows and in tight spots
Great for heating, since warm air rises from floor level
Easy to reach for filter cleaning
Good to know
Takes up a little floor space
Furniture needs to stay clear of the airflow
05
Ceiling cassette
A square unit recessed into the ceiling, with only a flush panel showing. It spreads air in several directions, so it covers a large room evenly.
Large open-plan rooms
Shops & offices
No spare wall space
Why people choose it
Sits flush with the ceiling
Even airflow across a big space
Keeps walls free
Good to know
Needs a ceiling cavity above
More involved install than a wall split
06
Refrigeration & ventilation
For businesses that rely on keeping things cold or keeping air fresh. Refrigeration gives precise temperature control, while ventilation swaps stale air for fresh, helps manage humidity and keeps mould and allergens down.
Commercial kitchens
Retail & hospitality
Humid spaces
What we do
Installation of refrigeration equipment
Servicing and breakdown repairs
Ventilation to improve airflow and air quality
Good to know
Regular servicing helps avoid costly stock loss
We’ll tailor the setup to how your space is used
Optional extras
Make any system work smarter
Zoning
Split a ducted system into areas you can switch on and off independently.
Wi-Fi & app control
Turn it on before you get home, or check it’s off at a holiday rental.
Smart controllers
Schedules and temperature sensors so each zone stays comfortable.
Annual servicing
Keeps your system efficient, clean and running for longer.
Compare at a glance
System
Split
Multi-split
Ducted
Floor console
Ceiling cassette
Best for
1–3 rooms
2–5 rooms, little outdoor space
Whole home
Rooms with no high wall space
Large open areas
What you see
High wall unit
Wall units, one outdoor unit
Ceiling vents only
Low floor unit
Flush ceiling panel
Control
Per room
Per room
Whole home, by zone
Per room
Per room
Upfront cost
$
$$
$$$
$–$$
$$
Install
Simplest
Moderate
Most involved
Simple
Moderate
Costs are relative, as a rough guide only. Every home is different, so we’ll give you a detailed quote with no hidden costs.
Not sure which is right for you?
We’ll look at your place, explain your options and never sell you a system you don’t need.