Comfortmaker Performance NXA6 Review

The Performance NXA6 is a single-stage air conditioner that offers high-efficiency operation and reliable cooling performance. This model is at once dependable, long-lasting, and affordable, plus it will reduce your energy use and save you on monthly energy bills. It doesn’t have many additional technologies or perks, but what the Performance NXA6 lacks in unique features it makes up for in reliable and durable performance.

About the Performance NXA6

Average Price (with installation): $3500 - $5500

Top Features

• Quiet operation
• High efficiency and ENERGY STAR® certified
• Reliable and dependable performance
• Efficient scroll compressor

The Bottom Line

The Performance NXA6 from Comfortmaker is a solid choice if you're looking to upgrade your cooling system and want a new air conditioner that’s economical, reliable, and high-efficiency. The NXA6 doesn’t have a lot of new features or cutting-edge technologies, but it has been designed to perform reliably for many years and has multiple features and components that protect the unit from damage, so you get the most summers possible from it.

In Depth Review

Performance NXA6 Product Specifications:

Compressor: Single-stage scroll
SEER: Up to 16
ENERGY STAR® certified: Yes
Decibel rating: As low as 76
Tonnage: 1.5 to 5 tonnes

Features Overview

The Performance NXA6 is equipped with a single-stage scroll compressor that’s more advanced than standard compressors, meaning this cooling system will last longer, be more efficient, and operate quieter than a competitor model. Because it has a high-efficiency rating and ENERGY STAR certification, this air conditioner will also cut your energy use and reduce your utility bills, and you could even be eligible for certain rebates or tax credits.

The Performance NXA6 has been designed to provide years of reliable cooling. The model is equipped with many features that protect the unit and make it more durable, so you can expect to get the most extended life possible from it.

Other Key Features

• Single-speed fan motor
• Can be paired with most cooling thermostats
• Uses a non-ozone depleting refrigerant
• Corrosion-resistant
• Filter drier to prevent moisture damage
• Inlet grille panels for coil protection and access for cleaning
• Strong galvanized steel cabinet
• Baked-on powder coat finish that protects from the elements

Warranty Information

As long as you register the Performance NXA6 within 90 days of installation, then your air conditioner will be protected by a 10-year limited parts warranty. Should you fail to register the unit within that timeframe, you’ll still be protected by a parts warranty, but it will expire after five years.

Comparable Models by Comfortmaker

Model Comparison by Price: Performance NXA6 versus SoftSound CSA6

The SoftSound CSA6 may be a mid-tier model, but the price is very similar to the Performance NXA6. You might only spend $100 or $200 more for the SoftSound, but you get a better warranty and more technological features than with the Performance model.

Model Comparison by Features: Performance NXA6 versus SoftSound CSA6

The Performance NXA6 and  SoftSound CSA6 have the same single-stage scroll compressor and a SEER rating of 16, but the SoftSound is superior in that it can be paired with the Observer communicating wall control for ultimate comfort management and energy savings. Moreover, the SoftSound also comes backed by a five-year no hassle replacement limited warranty, which could save you thousands of dollars on repair costs or a replacement unit if something goes wrong with the compressor or coil.

Model Comparison by Tier: Performance NXA6 versus Performance N4A3

The Performance 13 N4A3 has many of the same features and specifications as the NXA6, including compressor type, warranty terms, and durability features. The N4A3 is more economical by a few hundred dollars, but the trade-off is that it only has a SEER rating of 13. This means that you might save some money on the purchase price of the unit, but month after month you won’t save as much on energy bills and could end up spending more in the long run with the lower-efficiency N4A3.