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5 Best 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split ac under ₹35000 for 2026

Dilip Roy

February 11, 2026

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With the mercury soaring & the humidity making life a real drag – simply getting the right AC isn’t just a comfort thing anymore, it’s also about saving yourself some money & having a clear head. After testing several inverter split ACs, I’m going to give you my top 5 picks of 1.5 Ton, 5 Star BEE rated AC’s under ₹35,000.

This is a quick roundup of the best 1.5 ton 5 star inverter ac under ₹35000!

• SHARP AH-SI18V5B-GC – This is the most suitable one when it comes to extreme weather conditions. It occupies areas up to 150 sq. ft. and has Nano Coating Technology that prevents corrosion, dust, and climate conditions.
• Voltas Vectra Elite– It is one of the most trusted air conditioners in the market. Its cooling capacity (ambient) reaches 52 °C, which makes it suitable in scorching climates.
• Whirlpool MAGICOOL 15T is the most affordable type of floor lamp, and it is suitable in medium-sized rooms. It has a good performance in extreme weather, covers rooms up to 150 sq. ft., provides 6 th Sense Technology, and is not expensive to maintain.
• CWCVBK-VQ3D185 Cruise is the most suitable air purifier to use in bedrooms, living rooms, and so on. It has a coverage of up to 150 sq. ft., PM2.5 philtres, and has a lot of smart features.
• IFB CI185SS22RGN1– It is a high-end air conditioner with HD Compressor, high performance, and 8-in-1 Flexi Mode. It works well in extreme temperatures up to 55 °C in rooms of up to 150 sq. ft.

List of the 1.5 AC with 5 Star from ₹30000 to ₹35000 for 2026

We have been trying different air conditioners over the years with different cooling technologies, innovative features, and various energy ratings.

I will enlist the most efficient models that can be used to keep the room temperature at its best under 35,000 in this guide. Nevertheless, to have a closer look at each of the devices, I would suggest that you should visit our detailed individual reviews.

01. SHARP 1.5 Ton 5 Star SI18V5B-GC

What makes the SHARP AH-SI18V5B-GC ideal for extreme weather conditions is its Nano Coating Technology and comprehensive protection features.

The SHARP AH-SI18V5B-GC was able to maintain consistent cooling even at 52°C ambient temperature. This is significantly better than the average performance of 48°C, based on all of our cooling tests to date.

If we look at the cooling capacity measurements, the SHARP provides 4700W at 100% capacity and 2350W at 50% capacity, offering excellent flexibility for different cooling requirements.

Comparing the SHARP to the average, it has superior protection features. Across all air conditioners we’ve tested to date, the average protection count is 3, while the SHARP offers 7 different protection shields.

The SHARP generated a maximum airflow distance of 18 meters. This is 5 meters higher than the average of 13 meters, based on all of our airflow tests to date.

It has a coverage area of 150 sq. ft. It is best suited for 12X12 sized rooms that require powerful cooling.

Comparing the SHARP to the average, it has standard coverage for its category. Across all 1.5 ton air conditioners we’ve tested to date, the average coverage area is 145 sq. ft. and the average cooling capacity is 4600W.

The protection features are located throughout the unit, from the metal enclosure to the lightning protection circuit, and are very comprehensive, like the SHARP itself. It is important to remember that these features work automatically and should not be disabled under any circumstances. In addition, the unit can be damaged in very extreme conditions beyond its rated specifications.

In addition to regular maintenance, you should definitely clean the filters at least twice a month and remove any dust residues in the unit. It’s also important to note that the SHARP has multiple protection indicators that alert you to potential issues, so you don’t have to manually check and worry about unit safety.

The SHARP generated consistent cooling performance across all fan speeds. This is typical for such premium systems. Typically, we see better performance with units that have advanced compressor technology. However, there are multiple cooling modes on the SHARP for your preference.

02. Voltas Vectra Elite 1.5 Ton 5 Star

Voltas is a brand that is trusted and has a good reputation in the Indian air conditioning market. To put it briefly, the Vectra Elite performed extremely well in our cooling performance test because of its high-power inverter compressor and copper condenser unit. This is what makes the Vectra Elite stand out of the crowd of the standard inverter split ACs which normally hit their limit at about 46-48°C.

It has a cooling capacity of 4900W (at 100) and a turbo airflow of 770 CMH, which makes it suitable in rooms up to 150 sq. ft. (14 m²). The Vectra Elite can cool the temperature in a room this large to the set point in a remarkably short time even in the hottest summer afternoons.

Voltas Vectra Elite had almost the same scores in cooling performance test as compared to other 1.5-Ton 5-star inverter ACs in the same price range. Nevertheless, the Vectra Elite slightly outperformed in the high ambient temperature conditions when the outdoor temperatures were above 48 °C. Comparing the averages of the tests of the similar air conditioners with similar coverage areas, the Vectra Elite scored very well.

In the initial 30 minutes of testing the Voltas Vectra Elite in its turbo mode, the system had a tremendous impact on our thermal measurement equipment by cooling the room temperature by a significant margin. On the measurement of the baseline room temperature of 38 °C, the Vectra Elite decreased the testing measurements between 38 °C and 24 °C.

To compare, the average testing of the temperature decrease after the initial 30 minutes of similar 1.5-Ton inverter ACs is a decrease to approximately 27 °C. The 24 °C of Vectra Elite is a significant improvement. Consequently, the Vectra Elite was able to cool efficiently and quickly in the first half of an hour.

It was a top-class device, having shown temperature reduction in a 150 sq. ft. (14 m²) room test in the range of the best split ACs that we have tested.

We also tried the operation of the Voltas Vectra Elite at a lower tonnage when the 4-in-1 adjustable mode is enabled. During the same test, with a 50 percent cooling capacity (2450W), the Vectra Elite was able to reduce the room temperature to 26 °C, a slightly higher than the full capacity but still very comfortable. Maybe it would be better to change the mode to a higher tonnage setting when there is extreme heat.

The Voltas Vectra Elite has a coverage of up to 150 sq. ft. It has good cooling and good airflow, and this is why it can easily serve medium-size bedrooms and living rooms.

We operate it at the lowest and the highest fan speed and measure the airflow and noise levels. Minimum noise level: 30 dB and Maximum noise level: 45 dB. In turbo mode (maximum cooling speed) the Voltas Vectra Elite had a 770 CMH airflow at 45 dB noise level and the minimum speed gave a whisper-quiet operation at about 30 dB. Consequently, the noise-to-airflow ratios of the Vectra Elite are currently some of the best that we have ever tested (at the maximum cooling power).

04. Whirlpool 1.5 Ton 5 Star MAGICOOL 15T

The Whirlpool MAGICOOL 15T is not the lowest priced split AC available in the market, but based on its features and performance, I can say it is the least priced smart cooling product in the 1.5 Ton inverter market.

It is designed with the IntelliSense inverter compressor by Whirlpool, a variable-speed compressor that can adjust the power output to the amount of heat required. It has a high cooling efficiency over a broad range of conditions.

This is among the best performing budget ACs that we have reviewed. Having a cooling capacity of 4800W at full load and 2420W at half load, it can be used in medium-sized rooms up to 150 sq. ft. (14 m²).

It could cool the room to a comfortable temperature of 24 °C in about 25 minutes on turbo cool mode. This is significantly quicker than the average cooling time of 25- 30 minutes, depending on comparable 1.5 Ton inverter ACs that we have tested so far. The MAGICOOL 15T had the same temperature, and compressor modulation was stable over time.

The MAGICOOL 15T has the HD filter that is not only efficient in trapping dust particles and allergens but also simple to maintain with the self-clean feature that removes moisture and dust accumulation within the interior unit.

There are many smart features that accompany this AC. I especially enjoy the 6 th Sense Technology, 4-in-1 convertible cooling modes, and the stabiliser-free operation. The 6th Sense Technology has smart sensors and sophisticated algorithms that recognise the optimal cooling environment and automatically regulates the temperature and humidity at the touch of a button.

This performance is almost the same as more expensive Whirlpool models of the same tonnage. The MAGICOOL 15T and its high end models are able to provide exceptional cooling at high ambient temperatures of up to 52 °C which shows that this AC is capable of dealing with some of the harshest Indian summers with a quick cooling effect.

Its coverage area is appropriate in rooms of 111-150 sq. ft. It is best applicable in a medium-sized bedroom or living room which needs effective and regular cooling. The MAGICOOL 15T is also remotely controlled to run in four different tonnage settings to enable users to increase or decrease the cooling capacity depending on the occupancy and weather conditions.

When we compare the Whirlpool MAGICOOL 15T with the average in its segment, we find that it is competitively priced, and it has features that are usually reserved by high-end models. The average annual energy consumption of all 1.5 Ton inverter split ACs that we have reviewed thus far is approximately 745-785 kWh, and the MAGICOOL 15T has a lower annual energy consumption of only 728.95 kWh/year, which is one of the more energy-efficient models in that price range of 34,540.

04. Cruise 1.5 Ton 5 Star CWCVBK-VQ3D185

What is so good about Cruise CWCVBK-VQ3D185 in air purification? It has done remarkably well in our tests, has PM2.5 filter, has high cooling capacity, and provides excellent air quality.

The Cruise accommodates rooms up to 150 sq. ft., has various fan speeds, and employs efficient VarioQool technology.

Its strong filter could perform well in keeping the temperature and air quality at the best levels. The noise levels are also comfortable.

Cruise says their PM2.5 filter takes out more than 99% of airborne bacteria and viruses. Our measurements backed that up — we saw a big jump in air quality. Once the air was clean, auto mode kept it that way without any trouble.

It performed exceptionally well in our cooling performance tests, keeping a 150 sq. ft. room at 24 °C.

The Cruise CWCVBK-VQ3D185 has a cooling capacity of 4650W at 100%, which is good for a 5 Star AC under ₹32000.

The Cruise CWCVBK-VQ3D185 covers 150 sq. ft. It is most appropriate in medium rooms that need cooling and purification of air.

When we compare Cruise CWCVBK-VQ3D185 with the average, we find that it has better air purification features. In all air conditioners that we have tested so far, not many of them provide a complete air purification at this price.

The Cruise CWCVBK-VQ3D185 could produce 30ft long airflow. This is a great coverage, according to all our airflow tests so far.

This model has exclusive air purification features compared to the competition. As an example, in the same conditions, standard models do not offer PM2.5 filtration.

05. IFB 1.5 Ton 5 Star CI185SS22RGN1

The IFB CI185SS22RGN1 is a high-end product that offers flagship functionality at a lower price.

It features HD Compressor which is capable of working in extreme temperatures up to 55 °C and is therefore the most robust one we have ever tested.

The 8-in-1 Flexi Mode is outstanding- Party Mode operates at 115% capacity to cool faster, whereas Easy Mode operates at 70% to cool in mild weather.

During our extreme temperature test of 38 °C ambient, the IFB continued to cool consistently when other models failed. The Dual Gold Fin technology was found to cool 25% quicker than the conventional fins.

The Nano Tek Coating was found to be very effective in our durability tests and it experienced very little degradation even in extreme conditions. This coating has the potential of increasing the life time of the unit.

In the humid conditions, the dehumidifier functionality was able to remove 1.8 litres per hour in our test, which made a great difference in the level of comfort. The drying process was regular and efficient.

The smart features are Wi-Fi connectivity, which enables remote control via smartphone apps. The self-diagnosis system is fast in diagnosing problems, which saves on time.

The widest range we have tested is stabiliser-free operation between 120 V-290 V, which offers great protection against voltage variations found in most places.

The IFB operates on R32 refrigerant that is 30 times more efficient in cooling than the older refrigerants and is environmentally friendly and does not contain any ozone depleting properties.

The 1247W power consumption is efficient based on the features and performance. The 5-star rating having ISEER value of 5.05 guarantees savings in the long run.

The IFB has extensive warranties, 10 years on compressor, 5 years on PCB and motor, so it is a long-term investment that will provide peace of mind.

Comparison of the Best 1.5 Ton 5 star Air conditioners side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions on 1.5 Ton 5 star Air conditioners.

Final Thoughts

Actually, you can not go wrong with any air conditioner that you pick on the list of 1.5 Ton 5 star air conditioner that are below 35,000. Each of the AC’s listed is above 5 ISEER rated, and it has a large selection of features, but most importantly, it has a high-quality cooling with maximum energy efficiency. Given the chance to select the most appropriate 1.5 Ton 5 star air conditioner that does not exceed ₹35,000, I would definitely opt to the IFB CI185SS22RGN1. I make this choice in light of a few major factors, the most important of which is extreme temperature control, 8 in 1 versatility and all-encompassing features.

More Resources

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