At a glance
| Panasonic | |
|---|---|
| Company | Panasonic, Japan |
| Known for | nanoe X air purification technology on many models, and quiet indoor units |
| Strong in | High-wall, floor console and multi-split |
| Good fit for | Homeowners who want air purification features and a quiet bedroom unit |
What Panasonic is known for
Panasonic is a household electronics name, and its heat pumps are widely sold in New Zealand. Many models include nanoe X, Panasonic's air purification technology, which the company markets for reducing odours and some airborne particles.
Indoor units are often chosen for bedrooms where low noise on the quietest fan setting matters.
The range in New Zealand
The residential range covers high-walls in a spread of sizes, floor consoles and multi-split systems, with ducted options as well. App control is available on many models.
Who it suits
A good fit if air quality features appeal, or for bedroom units where quiet running is the priority. Treat purification as a bonus rather than the main reason to choose a heat pump, and still compare heating output and efficiency.
What to ask before you buy
- Which models in the range suit my room size and climate?
- What is the heating output at low outdoor temperatures?
- What warranty applies to parts and labour, and does it need regular servicing?
- Is Wi-Fi or app control included, or an add-on?
- Do you install this brand regularly, and who handles warranty work?