Aircon Experts Philippines

Guide · January 27, 2026

Different Types of Air Conditioners Explained

Overview of common air conditioner types relevant to Philippine buyers — window, split, portable, cassette, floor-standing, and more.

Formats you’ll actually shop

Marketing lists dozens of “types.” For most Filipino homes, decisions collapse to a few formats.

Practical lineup

  1. Window type
  2. Split wall-mounted
  3. Multi-split
  4. Portable (exhaust hose)
  5. Floor-standing / tower
  6. Cassette (ceiling)
  7. Ducted / concealed
  8. Packaged commercial
  9. Evaporative coolers (not full AC)
  10. Inverter vs fixed-speed variants of the above
  11. Heat-pump capable splits (less common need in lowland PH)
  12. Specialty / industrial process cooling

Where to go next

Start at our types hub and buyers guides for portable, split, and window decisions.

Editorial guide published by Aircon Experts Philippines. For maintenance or installation, consult an authorized technician in your area. Browse more buyers guides or aircon reviews.