

These features integrate with Trane ’s mobile app to let you precisely control your AC system and optimize your home’s temperature and humidity in one accessible location. The company offers multiple variable speed models and a ComfortLink II smart thermostat. What we like: Trane focuses on emerging technologies in the HVAC industry.
CENTRAL AC PACKAGE UNIT SERIES
YXV Series received Good Housekeeping ‘s Seal of Approval Warranties often only cover one or two parts Its single-stage ACs have a history of leakingĪffinity Series can handle up to eight conditioning zones Ĭlimate Set technology that adjusts for your indoor and outdoor climates The model reaches up to a 20 SEER rating and includes a lifetime compressor limited warranty. It includes variable speed and York ’s built-in Climate Set technology, which provides improved comfort by automatically fine-tuning the AC system to the indoor and outdoor environment. Recommended model: We recommend York ’s YXV 20 SEER2 Variable Capacity Air Conditioner. These optimize your HVAC system so it uses only the power needed to maintain a consistent temperature in your home. York also installs variable control features on its high-end AC units. It includes limited warranties and extends unit longevity with extra guardrails to protect the coil and compressor. The company produces high-quality air conditioning units with high energy efficiency and low sound levels. What we like: York is a long-standing company that’s been around since air conditioning ’s inception. Provides a 10-year limited parts warranty for registered products Includes air purification and humidity control with some models Requires a consultation for an accurate quote In addition, you receive a 10-year limited warranty on parts when you register the product, and a 10-year limited warranty for unit replacement. It has a SEER rating of up to 26 and comfort control features such as humidity control and a built-in sound blanket that makes it quieter than many competitors. Recommended model: We recommend Carrier’s Infinity 26 Air Conditioner with Greenspeed Intelligence. These features help Carrier create a complete and convenient AC system for your home. Additionally, it has a smartphone app that syncs with its smart thermostat for remote control. The company also manufactures air purifiers and humidity control products to improve your home’s comfort.

Some Carrier air conditioners have sound levels as low as 51 decibels (dB), meaning you won’t be bothered by the roaring and rumble other ACs may make when combating high temperatures. What we like: Carrier builds some of the quietest and most efficient AC units. Includes options for solar-powered AC units Upsidesįound at popular retailers such as The Home Depotįeatures some of the highest SEER ratings available You can power it via solar panels if desired. It comes with a 10-year limited warranty on covered components, including the compressor. This AC from the company’s Signature Collection is ENERGY STAR -certified and has a SEER rating of 28. Recommended model: We recommend Lennox ’s SL28XCV AC unit. Lennox also can add its SunSource technology to any of its Signature Collection units to power your AC via solar panels. Lennox offers many high-end products alongside its AC units, such as a smart thermostat that integrates your HVAC system with popular smart-home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, AppleHomeKit, and Google Assistant. It offers units with high seasonal energy efficiency ratios (SEER) up to 28, including small split systems and large full-size models. What we like: Lennox partners with ENERGY STAR to create high-efficiency air conditioners.
