The Aurora Single Zone High Mount mini split is unit that is very much like the Daikin Atmosphera, but is more economical.

Daikin is a reputable HVAC company that has been in the business for over 100 years, and they have made it their mission to perfect indoor heating and cooling. With their Aurora high wall mounted heat pump, they've created a quiet and discreet unit that is also durable, backed by a twelve year limited warranty. These units can run for longer than twelve years when well-maintained. The Aurora High Mount mini split is unit that is very much like the Daikin Atmosphera, but is more economical. It's designed to blend in with the decor of any house, whether the room is small or large.

The Aurora High Mount is equipped with smart inverter technology. This means that it is integrated with an inverter compressor that has variable speeds. Simply put, this innovative mechanism reduces energy consumption, typically by about thirty percent or more when compared to traditional fixed-speed ducted systems. It is able to do this by minimizing fluctuations in temperature while simultaneously providing continuous cooling and heating comfort. By being a low energy consumption unit, you can be confident that your energy bills will be lower than other heating and cooling units.

The unit has an anti-corrosion treatment on the heat exchanger that can keep the unit running for a long time without corroding. The included outdoor unit has an improved drain pan has up to fourteen holes which allows the unit to effectively drain when it builds up condensation. Sometimes this drain pan can make it so that you do not need a drain pan heater. This results in higher efficiency in low ambient temperatures.

The Aurora high mount is designed to be a highly efficient all year round. It is cold climate ready and has up to a 100 percent rated heating capacity at temperatures as low as five degrees Fahrenheit and can continuously run at temperatures as low as negative thirteen degrees Fahrenheit. It has up to 100 percent rated heating capacity at temperatures as high as 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

The Aurora High unit is an ideal unit for:

  • Cold rooms

  • Hot rooms

  • Renovations and remodeling

  • Rooms without good airflow

  • Living areas like master bedrooms and living rooms

  • Attics

  • Basements

  • Garages

  • New construction

Daikin is continuously trying to make their units more eco-friendly. The unit is aligned with the goals of decarbonization and electrification, aimed at running efficiently with cleaner energy. It is an effective heat source that comfortably offsets older and more inefficient sources of heating which use fossil fuels.

It is not a very loud unit and it has a quiet operation, so you don't need to worry about your mini-split making loud noises that will keep you up at night.

The unit has a program dry feature which acts like a dehumidifier, allowing humidity levels to be reduced.
The Aurora high unit has an advanced filtration system. Its titanium apatite photocatalytic air purifying filter is efficient and deodorizing and is able to be easily cleaned.

One can reduce cold drafts upon startup by using the hot start mode. This also reduces drafts when changing from cooling to heating. Also drafts are reduced with the comfort airflow mode which adjusts the unit's airflow so that it does not blow directly on the people in the room, but rather circulates it evenly throughout the space. There's also a POWERFUL button which can boost your heating and cooling for a twenty minute period, even when the unit already is working at a high capacity.

One can change the temperature on the unit using a Daikin One Smart Thermostat as well as the Daikin Lite Thermostat. The unit is able to be controlled via Wi-Fi using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. By connecting to the unit to the DKN app, one is also able to turn off, turn on, and change the temperature on the unit remotely. This can help you save money on bills if you forgot to turn the unit off, or allow you to to heat or cool your living space before you arrive home.

All in all, this is an great Mini-Split unit with many positive features, comparable to the Daikin Atmosphera, but with a mid-range price tag. This is an excellent to help you heat and cool your living space for years to come while also saving you money on your power bill.