Michael's Panasonic Air Conditioners Review & Verdict
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Panasonic air conditioning solutions are among the favourites of installers we've spoken to. All else aside, a Panasonic air-con purchase is pretty safe in terms of warranty (5 years) as it's unlikely the company will be disappearing from Australia any time soon.
Panasonic Air Conditioners: Pros & Cons
- Well-established company
- Good spare parts availability
- Wide range of air-conditioning choices
About Panasonic
Panasonic was established in Japan in 1918 when its founder Konosuke Matsushita was just 23 years old. The firm was originally known as Matsushita Electric Housewares Manufacturing Works.
The firm launched its first air conditioner in 1958 and Panasonic began selling its products in Australia in 1962. The Australian company was officially established in 1978, and the name change to Panasonic Australia occurred in 1989.
Panasonic Australia Head Office Contact Details:
Address: 1 Innovation Road Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Telephone: 132 600
Email address: Online form
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Panasonic Air Conditioning Solutions
In Australia, Panasonic offers split (single and multi-room) and ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning solutions.
The following series are available in wall-mounted split systems.
- Z Series (AKR) 2.5 - 9.5 kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 10. 3kW (Heating).
Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating.
Indoor noise: 21 - 51 dB(A) - RZ Series (AKR) 2.5 - 9.5kW (Cooling) 3.0 - 10.3 kW (Heating).
Star rating (average climate): 3 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating.
Indoor noise: 19 - 44 dB(A) - U Series (AKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling only).
Star rating (average climate): 3 - 3.5 stars.
Indoor noise: 42 - 47 dB(A) - HZ Series (YKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.2 - 9.0kW (Heating).
Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4.5 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3.5 stars heating.
Indoor noise: 36 - 45 dB(A) - Z Series (XKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 9.0kW (Heating).
Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4.5 stars cooling, 3.5 - 4 stars heating.
Indoor noise: 34 - 58 dB(A) - RZ Series (XKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 9.0kW (Heating).
Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating..
Indoor noise: 45 - 50 dB(A)
All are inverter-based systems, and Coefficient Of Performance (COP) ratings range from 3.49 - 5.16.
Common features are nanoe X (air purification), built-in Wi-Fi, aerowings (longer airflow up to 15 meters), iAUTO-X (provides more rapid cooling), ECO Mode with A.I. Control and R32 refrigerant. Additional features depending on the series are quiet mode, an anti-bacterial filter, humidity sensor and "powerful" mode.
In multi-room split systems, up to 5 indoor units with independent control can be added: the Z, RZ, Ultra Slim Ducted, Mini Cassette and Floor Console.
For the outdoor units, the noise level is generally between 49 and 68 dB(A) depending on model and mode.
In terms of ducted solutions, Panasonic’s Smart Zone Control allows individual control of up to 8 zones; controlled by the Panasonic Comfort Cloud App and CZ-RTC6(W)Z (CONEX Zone Controller). There's even voice control with Google Assistant control compatibility.
Warranty Information
Panasonic air conditioners used for residential applications in Australia come with a 5-year warranty covering parts and labour for faults due to workmanship or materials. To be eligible, the unit must be installed correctly and maintained properly. Those living on the coast should note that a warranty exclusion is rust or damage caused by exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions; but what's considered "abnormal" isn't clarified.
You can read Panasonic air-conditioner reviews below. Had a Panasonic installed in your home? Consider leaving a rating and review of the equipment and installation.
Learn everything you need to know about choosing the best air-conditioner for your house and compare selected brands and models side-by-side in our comprehensive Australian home air-conditioning guide.
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The installation included the unit being plumbed into a downpipe to eliminate condensation onto the paving bricks when heating is in use, mounting off the ground on sheet metal feet with anti-vibration rubber mounts, as well as 8-zones and 10-outlets. It also included an AirTouch5 controller which is simple to use and has an excellent phone app.
The price also included decommissioning and removal of our Evaporative Cooling system, patching of the gyprock ceiling where the previous Evap Ducts were x 8, decommissioning and removal of our Vulcan Wall Heater as well as patching of the cornice for the flu and holes in the wall, as well as re-installation of roof tiles where the Evap Cooling and Heater flu once resided. The only thing it did not include was painting of the ceilings, but this was easily organised.
27 January 2026