Panasonic Etherea Z vs Samsung WindFree Avant
A side-by-side look at the Panasonic Etherea Z and Samsung WindFree Avant. Winning figures are highlighted.
| Panasonic Panasonic Etherea Z | Samsung Samsung WindFree Avant | |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | n/a | n/a |
| Cooling capacity | 3.5 kW | 3.5 kW |
| Heating capacity | 4.5 kW | 4 kW |
| Efficiency (SEER) | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Efficiency (SCOP) | 5.1 | 4.8 |
| Indoor noise | 19 dB | 19 dB |
| Outdoor noise | 48 dB | 49 dB |
| Refrigerant | R32 | R32 |
| Wi-Fi control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
Best value per row highlighted. Prices last checked 15 October 2026.
Panasonic Etherea Z
The Etherea Z is Panasonic's premium wall split, pairing A+++ ratings in both modes with the nanoe X air purifier that runs even when you are not cooling. Its high SCOP makes it a strong air-to-air heat pump, comfortably heating a room through a UK winter at low cost. A refined, quiet and well-rounded alternative to the Daikin Perfera.
Full Panasonic Etherea Z reviewSamsung WindFree Avant
The WindFree Avant's party trick is 'still air' cooling through thousands of micro-holes, avoiding the cold draught most splits create, and the WindFree mode runs near-silently. The latest generation lifts efficiency to A+++ cooling, and with a SCOP near 4.8 it makes a solid air-to-air heat pump for winter warmth. Built-in SmartThings and self-cleaning round out a well-featured package.
Full Samsung WindFree Avant review