How to Choose an Air Conditioner in Tbilisi — 2026 Summer Guide

In July and August the air in Tbilisi, Rustavi and Marneuli easily climbs above 35°C, so an air conditioner here is a necessity rather than a luxury. In season Bazarla lists both new and used split systems, portable (floor-standing) units and window models, from shops as well as private sellers. This guide helps with real buying logic instead of generic advice: which type, how much power, and what to check when buying second-hand.

The most common type is the split system: an indoor unit in the room and the compressor outside. It runs quietly and cools well, but it must be fitted by an installer. A portable air conditioner needs no installation and suits a rented flat, but it is noisier and less efficient. There is also the inverter-versus-standard choice: an inverter never fully switches the compressor off, holds a steady temperature and saves a lot of electricity — worth it for long daily use.

Power is matched to room area and measured in BTU. A practical rule: 9,000 BTU suits roughly 18–25 m², 12,000 BTU covers 25–35 m², and 18,000 BTU or more fits a large hall or an open kitchen-living room. For sunny rooms or top-floor flats it is safer to go one step higher.

When buying a used air conditioner, always test it running: switch on cooling and heating, make sure there is no refrigerant leak, the compressor runs without odd noises, and inspect the filter and outdoor unit. Ask the seller how many years it ran and when the gas was last recharged. Installation and recharging need a professional — you can find one in the services section on Bazarla.

To buy, open the Appliances section on Bazarla, filter by city (Tbilisi, Rustavi, Marneuli) and contact the seller. Tip: buying before the heat arrives, in May or June, gives you better prices and an easier installer queue — demand and prices rise at the peak of summer.