The Philippines experiences oven-like temperatures during summer. That is why you need an aircon unit especially made for seniors to keep a comfortable living space.
Best Aircon for Older People
Here, I have listed some of the ideal aircon units for seniors to enjoy their retired lifestyle.
With built in air purifier and sleek design. It is perfect for users who are sensitive to dust and pollen. It has Nanoe X technology to purify the air in the room.
Estimated Price: Php 48,500
Samsung Wind Free AR10AYKAGWKNTC
The company offers air conditioning without the harsh cold air blowing on you. This is perfect for seniors since the room can be cooled without the painful cold draft.
Estimated Price: Php 48,950
Carrier Aura Plus Side Discharge
If you want a cheaper option, you may consider a window type aircon such as this one from Carrier. It has an 8 in 1 filter technology that makes breathing easier. High energy efficiency makes it possible to save on electric bills, suitable for seniors.
Estimated Price: 25,000
About 5 years ago, one of my parents reached the senior age. I still remember when we asked our father what gift he wanted, and the answer was aircon. Before, we were just roaming around appliance centers whenever we needed to upgrade our units.
But since our parents will use it, we had to pick one this time with their needs in mind.
What Aircon to Choose
We have created here a list of criteria to follow so the aircon you will choose will be the ideal one for the elderly
Easy to operate: You know that seniors are too lazy to learn about techie stuff. Give them an aircon unit that is easy to turn on and off. Setting adjustments of the temperature should be easy to do using a remote control.
Air cleaner: Many aircon units in the Philippines have built in air purifiers. This is essential for seniors with breathing problems such as asthma.
Power saver: With limited financial resources, it is best that the air conditioning unit is energy efficient, lessening the consumption of electricity without sacrificing comfort.
How Much is an Aircon?
The price of aircon units in the Philippines starts from Php 11,000 to Php 68,000 or more depending on type and features. Usually, split type inverter aircon units are more expensive than window type. In our case, we wanted only a very small hole on the wall so split-type it is.
Final Thoughts
Still undecided which aircon to buy? We may suggest that you initially consider your budget. Later, work on the size of your room and calculate the horsepower needed to cool it. You can then choose a unit that best suits your lifestyle.