Best Value Cheap Air Conditioners To Buy In 2025

Are Cheap Air Conditioners Good?

You bet they are! Plus, you can have peace of mind knowing that air conditioners sold in Australia must comply with strict manufacturing standards. Air con units must also display an Australian Government Energy Rating label, which makes it easy to compare energy efficiency and potential running costs.

Generally, portable air conditioners tend to be cheaper than split system or reverse cycle air conditioners. Many have great features such as wi-fi connectivity, which lets you control your air con from your smartphone.

Who Makes The Best Cheap Portable Air Conditioners?

For low-cost cooling in a single room, a portable air conditioner could be just the ticket. Plus, you can take it with you when you move house. The De'Longhi portable air conditioner range boasts folding castor-style wheels to make moving easy, plus special ice block fittings to boost the cooling setting.

Thankfully, movability doesn’t have to come at the cost of design. There are plenty of modern compact coolers that will slide into any space. 

Shop Cheap Portable Air Conditioners

Insta Chill Pure Chill Desktop Cooler
Insta Chill Instachill Evaporative Cooler

De'Longhi Evaporative Cooler

Solt 3.5kW Portable Air Conditioner

Who Makes The Best Cheap Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners?

Reverse cycle air conditioners are the best of both worlds: cool in summer and warm in winter. It does mean a step up in the budget but it’s an investment in year-round comfort.

Looking for high-end wireless tech so you can sync your air con to your smartphone or smart speaker? Then look at the budget-friendly Kelvinator range. If a healthy home is high on the wishlist, consider budget-friendly Samsung models that feature an air purifier as an added bonus.

Who Makes The Best Cheap Split System Air Conditioners?

Split system air conditioners are the fan favourites without a doubt. Usually mounted on an internal wall, a split system air con attaches to an outside unit. “Split system air conditioning is super efficient, easy to install and, with a slimline modern internal unit, they are a popular option,” says Scott Bazley.

Choosing a split system that is cooling-only can be a great way to save (and keep your cool in a summer swelter).

Shop Cheap Reverse Cycle & Split System Air Conditioners

Kelvinator C2.7kW H2.4kW Reverse Cycle Box Air Conditioner

Westinghouse C2.7kW H3.5kW Reverse Cycle Split System

Samsung C2.5kW H3.2kW Reverse Cycle Split System

Panasonic C2.5kW Cooling Only Split System

Hisense C2.5kW H3.2kW Reverse Cycle Split System

Where Can I Buy A Cheap Air Conditioner?

At The Good Guys, of course! Plus our Home Services team can take the stress out of installing your air conditioner by doing it for you.

You’ll always get the best value on the latest cheap air conditioners at The Good Guys. That’s because we have plenty of options and discounts to help you Pay Less every day. Don’t forget to check out our clearance bargains page for hefty savings on household essentials.

So, don’t sweat it this summer - head in-store or online and ask the team about the best budget air conditioner for your home.