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Symphony Siesta 70 XL (₹13,000) offers the best overall value with 70L tank capacity, 3900 CMH air delivery, and 365 sq ft coverage. For larger rooms, Bajaj DMH 90 Neo (₹14,999) provides 90L capacity and 530+ sq ft coverage. Budget option: Hindware Snowcrest 85-H (₹8,699) delivers 85L capacity at unbeatable price.

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Small rooms (100-150 sq ft): 20-36L personal coolers like Bajaj PX97 Torque. Medium rooms (150-350 sq ft): 50-70L tower/desert coolers like Symphony Diet 55i+ or Siesta 70 XL. Large rooms (400-600 sq ft): 85-90L desert coolers like Crompton Ozone 88L or Bajaj DMH 90 Neo. Larger tanks mean fewer refills and all-day operation.

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No, air coolers are NOT effective in high humidity. Evaporative cooling works by evaporating water into air - this process fails when air is already saturated with moisture. Ideal for humidity below 60% (Rajasthan, Delhi summer, Gujarat). Effectiveness drops 50-70% above 70% humidity (Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, monsoon season). Consider AC for coastal areas.

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Desert coolers (Bajaj DMH 90, Crompton Ozone) have larger footprint, bigger tanks (70-90L), wider pads, and deliver 10-15% better cooling - ideal for large rooms and extreme heat. Tower coolers (Symphony Diet series) are sleek, space-saving, modern-looking, easier to move, but have smaller tanks (50-60L) and slightly less cooling power - perfect for bedrooms and medium rooms.

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Air coolers use 50-250W vs ACs using 1,000-1,500W - that is 80-90% savings! Running a 200W cooler 8 hours daily at ₹6/unit costs ₹288/month. Same usage for 1,200W AC costs ₹1,728/month - that is ₹1,440 monthly savings or ₹17,280 per year! Initial cost: ₹6,000-15,000 vs ₹25,000-40,000 for AC.

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Refill frequency: 20-36L tanks need refilling 2-3 times daily, 50-70L once daily, 85-90L once every 24-30 hours. Maintenance: Change water every 2-3 days to prevent odor. Clean tank weekly during heavy use. Clean cooling pads monthly. Deep clean before storage. Auto-fill models (Crompton, Hindware) eliminate refill hassle with direct water connection.

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Always choose honeycomb pads. Honeycomb (cellulose) pads retain more water, provide 30-40% better cooling, last 3-5 years, resist sagging, and have better airflow. Wood wool/aspen pads are cheaper but need annual replacement, provide less cooling, and deteriorate faster. 3-side or 4-side honeycomb designs (Symphony, Bajaj) offer even better performance than single-side.

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Yes, ice provides 2-4°C additional cooling for 2-3 hours. Most models have ice chambers. Add 2-4 ice trays worth of ice cubes. Effect lasts until ice melts (2-3 hours depending on room temperature). Cost-effective tip: freeze water bottles and place in tank instead of buying ice. Ice helps most during peak afternoon heat (2-5 PM).

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Best service networks: Symphony (nationwide, best), Bajaj (excellent in most cities), Crompton (good in tier 1-2 cities). Developing networks: Hindware (improving, verify local availability). Coolers are mechanically simple - most issues are water pump or pad replacement. Check local service center availability and spare parts stock before purchase.