Nexus
Cheapest₦303,000 – ₦365,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Lowest price of the major brands
- Inverter model under ₦350,000
- Less proven long-term reliability than LG or Panasonic
Best for: Tight budgets and rented flats
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Air Conditioner Brands: Prices Compared
Nexus is the cheapest common 1.5HP split brand, at about ₦303,000–₦365,000 in October 2026. Panasonic is the priciest mainstream option, at about ₦669,000–₦972,000, with Samsung close behind.
Updated October 20268 optionsMedium confidence1.5HP split, per unit
Quick answer · October 2026
Cheapest: Nexus at ₦303,000 – ₦365,000. Priciest: Panasonic at ₦669,000 – ₦972,000. (1.5HP split, per unit)
Price comparison
| Option | Typical price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Nexus Cheapest | ₦303,000 – ₦365,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Hisense | ₦398,000 – ₦476,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Polystar | ₦434,000 – ₦456,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| LG | ₦464,000 – ₦570,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Midea | ₦492,000 – ₦600,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Haier Thermocool | ₦385,000 – ₦760,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Samsung | ₦545,000 – ₦770,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
| Panasonic Priciest | ₦669,000 – ₦972,000 | 1.5HP split, per unit |
Typical retail ranges in Nigeria, October 2026, sorted cheapest first. The bar shows each range against the most expensive option.
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Each option at a glance
Hisense
₦398,000 – ₦476,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Cheap inverter option from a big brand
- Widely stocked, easy to find parts
- Many 'Generic Hisense' Jumia listings at ₦545k–₦780k; check the seller
Best for: Value inverter buyers
Polystar
₦434,000 – ₦456,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Inverter with installation kit at a mid price
- Local brand with wide dealer network
- Zit listing out of stock when checked
Best for: Mid-budget inverter with kit
LG
₦464,000 – ₦570,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Gencool models designed to run on generators
- Strong service network
- Costs ₦60,000–₦100,000 more than Hisense
Best for: Homes relying on generators
Midea
₦492,000 – ₦600,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Comes with installation kit
- Inverter cuts running cost
- Only one current listing found
Best for: Buyers wanting kit included
Haier Thermocool
₦385,000 – ₦760,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Long-established brand in Nigeria
- Low-voltage (LVS) models suit weak supply
- Inverter GenPAL near ₦760,000 is pricey
Best for: Areas with low or unstable voltage
Samsung
₦545,000 – ₦770,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- WindFree cooling avoids direct draughts
- Premium build and features
- Among the most expensive brands
Best for: Bedrooms and premium homes
Panasonic
Priciest₦669,000 – ₦972,000
1.5HP split, per unit
- Reputation for durability and quiet running
- Efficient inverter compressors
- Highest prices; U Series listed up to ₦1.56m
Best for: Long-term buyers paying for durability
Specifications compared
| Feature | Nexus | Hisense | Polystar | LG | Midea | Haier Thermocool | Samsung | Panasonic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split | 1.5HP split |
| Inverter | Inverter (NX-MAUFA-12CR32) and standard | Inverter | Inverter | Dual Inverter (Gencool) | Inverter | Standard (LVS) to inverter (GenPAL) | Inverter (WindFree) | Inverter |
| Model seen | NX-MAUFA-12CR32 | AS12DK1 / copper split | PV-12TP4INV / PV-12TP41INV | Dual Inverter Gencool | 1.5HP Split Inverter with kit | LVS; GenPAL | WindFree; AR12 series | YS12UKA; RU12AKD-31 |
| Price basis | Kara 2026 estimate; Jumia Oct 2026 | Jumia Oct 2026; Kara 2026 estimate | Jumia Oct 2026; Zit listing | Kara 2026 estimate; Jumia Oct 2026 | Zit listing (sale vs list price) | Kara 2026 estimate; Jumia Oct 2026 | Kara 2026 estimate; Jumia Oct 2026 | Jumia Oct 2026; Kara 2026 estimate |
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What to check before you buy
Check whether the price includes the installation kit (copper pipes); kits and fitting can add tens of thousands of naira.
Inverter units cost more upfront but use less power and work better on solar or inverter systems.
For generator homes, look for 'Gencool' or low-voltage (LVS) models rated for unstable supply.
Buy from authorised dealers or official Jumia stores; 'Generic' listings vary widely in price and warranty.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest 1.5HP AC brand in Nigeria?
Nexus, at about ₦303,000–₦365,000 in 2026, including an inverter model listed near ₦347,000 on Jumia. Hisense inverter units start around ₦398,000.
How much is an LG 1.5HP Gencool inverter AC?
About ₦464,000–₦570,000 in 2026. Kara estimates ₦464,000–₦510,000, and Jumia listings in October 2026 ran from ₦490,000 to ₦570,000.
Is Panasonic worth the extra cost?
Panasonic 1.5HP inverters cost about ₦669,000–₦972,000, roughly double Nexus or Hisense. You pay for its reputation for durability and quiet running; budget brands cool the same room for less.
Sources
How we check prices- 1.5HP inverter AC listings — Jumia Nigeria, 2026-10
- Split Unit Air Conditioner Price in Nigeria (2026) — Kara Nigeria, 2026
- Midea 1.5HP Split Unit Inverter Air Conditioner listing — Zit Nigeria, 2026-10
- Polystar 1.5HP Inverter Split AC PV-12TP4INV listing — Zit Nigeria, 2026-10
- Home appliance prices in Nigeria 2026 — Slot, 2026-08
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