Room size
Here's our rough guide to the air conditioner capacity (size) you'll need to cool a particular room size.
Air conditioning capacity requirements per room size
Room size |
Example |
Approx. capacity |
Price guide |
---|---|---|---|
Small (up to 20m2) |
Bedroom, study, small kitchen |
2–2.5kW |
$700–$2800 |
Medium (20–40m2) |
Bedroom with ensuite, small lounge |
2.5–5kW |
$795–$3000 |
Large (40–60m2) |
Large bedroom, mid-sized lounge, large kitchen |
4–6kW |
$849–$4000 |
Extra large (60+m2) |
Open-plan areas, large lounges |
5–9kW |
$1190–$5000+ |