Armstrong Air Conditioner Review

Your complete Armstrong air conditioner buying guide, including top models, prices, SEER ratings, features, warranty info, and more. Get your free quote quickly & easily!

If you’ve been pondering an Armstrong air conditioner but you’re not 100% sure on your decision, we have a guide that will help walk you through the process. We give you information that will address the strengths and improvements on the brand, and we break down details about the warranty, various special features and what the different models offer so that you can choose as an expert.

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The Bottom Line

Armstrong has a lot to offer in terms of reliability and innovative features like mold-control and SEER-improving techniques. Their units are durable and very efficient, and there are even options for homeowners on tight budgets. The warranty is one aspect that could be addressed, but otherwise, Armstrong is a strong contender.

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General Price Range for Armstrong Air Conditioners

$2,800 – $5,500 (with installation)

The final price of your unit and installation is a combination of what the dealer is charging for your air conditioner and if there are any promotions from the manufacturer, and what labour costs are involved since it can be a tricky installation or an easier one. Other factors can influence pricing including:

• Unit size and BTU cooling output
• Where you live (rural versus urban, HVAC competition in the area, licensing requirements in your city or town, etc.)
• Efficiency rating
• Installation complications
• Current deals or promotions
• Energy efficiency or other rebates

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Introduction to the Armstrong Air Conditioner Series

Good – Single-Stage Performance

These are affordable units that have a SEER rating of at least 14, making it an efficient air conditioner for your home. MHT™ technology uses rifled coils to promote circulation of refrigerant and lanced coil fins to increase surface area with the air to transfer heat from your home and cool it down. Microban®️ protection prevents mold from growing in your unit and ensures that your air quality remains consistent.

Better – Two-Stage Performance

The two-stage compressor units help you to save money and energy as you cool your home down. The first stage runs at 70% capacity and only bumps up to 100% for those incredibly hot days. It is ENERGY STAR® certified and has a SEER rating of 16. Integrated compressor protection offers reliability to each capacity level so that refrigerant stays at safe pressures and keeps it from being contaminated.

This unit is compatible with Comfort Sync, so you can have precise and direct control of your home environment as well as being notified of service issues.

Best – Variable-Capacity Performance

This 20 SEER air conditioner is ENERGY STAR certified and uses a Comfort Sync thermostat to monitor internal parts and adjust temperatures remotely, giving you full control of your air conditioning unit. The variable-capacity compressor changes speeds in tiny precise levels in order for you to have accurate and consistent temperature control in your environment.

Microban®️ protection destroys microorganisms that could grow and keeps your air quality high and fresh. The compressor blanket and swept-wing fan blades keeps noise to a minimum.

Model Breakdown and Comparison

What are Warranty and Overall Grades? These grades are calculated using FurnacePrices.ca's own proprietary algorithm which weighs a range of criteria to generate an easy-to-compare score.

Warranty Grades take into account several warranty terms & exclusions found in the fine print to make it easier for ordinary homeowners to compare warranty coverage without having to tediously dig through dense warranty documents.

Overall Grades weigh general factors like efficiency and features, as well as the warranty grade. Note that a model with a low grade is not necessarily a bad choice (more affordable models will usually always score lower). The grades are meant more to make it easier to compare the relative strength of different models. A high end model will score better but also cost a lot more and not necessarily be the ideal option for everyone, just like a sports car will score higher than a minivan in many aspects but isn't necessarily the ideal choice for the average family (despite what your significant other may try to argue!)

Comparison of Armstrong’s Top Models

4SCU20LX

The 4SCU20LX has a SEER rating of 20 and uses a variable-capacity cooler in order to lessen big temperature swings and respond accurately and incrementally to temperature changes. The unit is ENERGY STAR certified and can run even more effectively when paired with a furnace that is also variable-speed. A compressor blanket and swept-wing fan blades keep the operational noise down significantly.

4SCU20LX

SEER – 20
Air conditioner type –Variable-speed
ENERGY STAR rated? Yes
Tier – Premium

4SCU16LS

The 4SCU16LS is an ENERGY STAR certified air condition unit that has a SEER rating of 16. The two-stage compressor runs at the lower capacity during reasonable temperatures and only uses full capacity for scorching days. The heavy-duty compressor blanket quiets the noise associated with the operation. Microban®️ protection lessens the chance of mold and bacteria growing in your unit.

4SCU16LS

SEER – 16
Air conditioner type – Two-stage
ENERGY STAR rated? Yes
Tier – Mid

4SCU16LE

This ENERGY STAR certified model has a SEER rating of 16 and runs efficiently with the MHT™ technology that maximizes heat transfer via fan and coil that are designed for even and increased surface area. When paired with a variable-speed furnace, you can often increase the SEER rating of your unit. Made of quality materials, the air condition is reliable and should last for years.

4SCU16LE

SEER – 16
Air conditioner type – Single-stage
ENERGY STAR rated? No
Tier – Low

4SCU14LB

This single-stage air conditioner has a SEER rating of 16, making it an efficient model that is also affordable. It is ENERGY STAR certified as well, and uses a heat transfer system that effectively maximizes the coils that work to cool your home. To protect from bacteria and mold, the Microban®️-lined drain pan kills bacteria and stops them from growing. The single-stage compressor is built from quality materials and should give you years of service.

4SCU14LB

SEER – 16
Air conditioner type – Single-stage
ENERGY STAR rated? Yes
Tier – Low

4SCU13LE

This affordable model has a SEER of 14, and uses a single-stage compressor in order to cool your home efficiently. MHT™ technology transfers heat via a coil that has rifled tubing and lanced fins to increase surface air to wick heat away. If matched with a variable-speed furnace, you’re likely to increase efficiency and SEER rating. The heavy-duty compressor blanket quiets operational noise so that you aren’t interrupted by the whirring of the fan.

4SCU13LE

SEER – 14
Air conditioner type – Single-stage
ENERGY STAR rated? No
Tier – Low

4SCU13LB

This model uses a single-stage compressor to run, meaning that you are given 100% of its power when it operates to cool your home. It uses a heat transfer system to remove heat from your home as it cools, with coils that improve refrigerant flow and coil fins that grant more surface area for air contact. Microban®️ protection keeps mold and bacteria from growing and spreading so your air quality remains high.

4SCU13LB

SEER – 14
Air conditioner type – Single-stage
ENERGY STAR rated? No
Tier – Low

Exclusive Armstrong Features

1. Comfort Sync Thermostat

   The air conditioning unit works best when paired with the Comfort Sync thermostat. Together, the system keeps watch over internal parts to ensure performance remains high. You are able to adjust the temperature from anywhere, remotely and the system will alert you when there are repairs to be done.

2. MHT™ Technology

   This heat transfer system is designed with rifled tubing around the coil to assist refrigerant flow and lanced coil fins to increase surface area with the air in order to permeate heat efficiently and cool your home.

3. Microban®️ Protection

   The drain pan is created with a Microban®️ layer that will kill bacteria by corrupting the integrity of the cell membrane. This means that bacteria and mold that typically are the causes of odour and low air quality are destroyed and can’t replicate.

4. Heavy-Duty Compressor Blanket

   The compressor blanket dampens noise from the compressor as it runs, which is especially important for the single-compressor air conditioning units to minimize noise levels.

Important Warranty Information

Armstrong has a consistent warranty across all performance levels of air conditioners. Each unit is backed by a 10-year limited warranty for parts if you register within 60 days of purchase. If not, you’re still covered by the base warranty, which covers parts for 5 years.

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ARMSTRONG – ABOUT THE COMPANY

Armstrong has been in the market since 1928, providing Canadians with HVAC solutions for their homes. Their dedication to quality, durability, comfort and energy efficiency keeps them near the top of the market as a brand to trust. Through continuous improvement, testing and innovative designs, Armstrong is committed to providing homeowners with an air conditioner that their own professionals would be happy to install in their own homes.

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