Although Daikin is best known for split systems, they also make round flow cassette units. These are the smaller of their two different types of cassettes (the other being wall mounted). The biggest advantage for this type is that it has a higher flexibility in case design compared to most non-Daikin brands. Some models even have inverters to change fan speeds with between heating and cooling modes. They also come in models having an electric heater for backup heating, or even dual fuel with batteries to lower the risk of losing heat when there is no electricity available.
Since Daikin started their European manufacturing facility in Holland, production has increased dramatically. Most products are still built in Japan though, with the exception of heat pumps, that are made in Europe. With increasing production they have been able to lower costs which results in good value for money.
What makes Daikin round flow cassettes unique is their filter clean indicator, known from split systems from other brands as well. A standard feature nowadays, it indicates a maintenance needs when it starts blinking. This can be triggered by a high amount of dust, but also by high moisture content in the air passing the filter.
The biggest drawback for Daikin is that they didn’t invent this technology and end users seem to like it because it appears as if their competitors will have the same features and then people tend to automatically go for a known brand.
Customer reviews in our database shows that Daikin is overall viewed as satisfactory, but not having come up with innovations lately, they have been losing market share to the more innovative brands in the past years.
For many people who are price sensitive, Daikin is a great brand and will deliver good quality and features at a very reasonable price. It must be noted though that they have started to reduce their distribution in smaller home appliance stores and will only sell via big retail chains now. This happend also for other brands lately, but we believe it reduces the amount of after sales service.
, Daikin is for many people a great brand that delivers good value for money. Their round flow cassette units are very popular and often chosen above competing brands. The biggest disadvantage is probably their growing lack of distribution channels.
For those who would like to buy a round flow cassette unit, Daikin offers an extensive range of models. For this type of model there is not much differentiation, but it is important for the end user to make sure that the installation location and room size is suitable for his selection.In short , Daikin is a great brand to buy if price is the most important factor, but not the only determinant.
A few brands are now selling their round flow cassette units directly, which makes it possible to save money here as well. This means that there might be no store between you and the product you want to buy. The downside is that you do not have an expert to assist you with your selection. At this time though, only a few brands are offering this alternative way of buying.