New 2026 air conditioner range: what Daikin, Mitsubishi, Toshiba and Atlantic are launching for summer

The major French and Japanese brands have unveiled their new reversible air conditioning ranges for summer 2026: Daikin Perfera FTXM-R, Mitsubishi MSZ-AIR, Toshiba Haori, Atlantic Takao M3, Hitachi Shirokuma and Fujitsu Designer Curve. The programme: SEER up to 8.65, SCOP up to 5.3, Matter connectivity, and an average installed price down 8 to 12% compared to 2024. Here is the complete Proclimo comparison to understand what really changes — and how to choose the right model before the next heatwave.

Why 2026 is a pivotal year for reversible AC

Three forces converge to make 2026 an exceptional vintage for equipment:

1. The 5.5% VAT came into force on 18 July 2026 (order of 13 July 2026, OJ of 17 July 2026) on class A+ and A++ reversible air-to-air heat pumps installed by a professional. That is a 14.5-point reduction compared with the standard rate. See our detailed article on the 5.5% VAT on reversible air conditioning.
2. The F-Gas Regulation 2024/573 now bans high-GWP refrigerants (R-410A) in new equipment, pushing manufacturers to generalise R-32 (GWP 675) and to prepare the arrival of R-454C and R-290 propane on 2026 high-end models. Details in our panorama of the F-Gaz R32 2026 regulation.
3. The maturity of Matter home automation platforms finally enables reliable interoperability between Daikin Onecta, Mitsubishi MelCloud, Toshiba Home AC and Atlantic Cozytouch — no more walled gardens.

In concrete terms, for €100 spent in 2024 on an air-to-air heat pump, you spend in 2026 between €88 and €92 for 15 to 25% better performance.

What each brand has released in 2026

Daikin Perfera FTXM-R and Stylish FTXA: the leader consolidates

Daikin, world number one, has replaced in 2026 the Perfera FTXM range with the FTXM-R (available since April 2026) with an improved Flash Streamer filter (breaks down allergens, mould, viruses), a record SEER of 8.65 (A+++) and a SCOP of 5.1 to 5.2 (A+++). The indoor unit drops to 19 dB(A) in silent mode.

• Stylish FTXA range (premium design, available in black, silver, wood, matte white): from €2,000 incl. VAT installed in 2.5 kW.
• Perfera FTXM-R range (best-seller): from €1,800 incl. VAT installed in 2.5 kW.
• Connectivity: built-in Wi-Fi, Onecta application (formerly Daikin Online Controller), Matter 1.3 compatible since the May 2026 firmware update.

For installation and manufacturer warranties (5-year compressor, 2-year parts), see our air conditioning installation service.

Mitsubishi MSZ-AIR and MSZ-LN Kirigamine Zen: the silence benchmark

Mitsubishi Electric relies on Hyper Heating technology that maintains 100% of its power at -15 °C outside — a plus for harsh winters in northern and eastern France.

• MSZ-AIR (mid-range): SEER 8.5, SCOP 4.7 (A++ in heating), built-in MelCloud Wi-Fi. Sound level 19 dB(A) in silent mode. Indicative price 2.5 kW: €1,900 incl. VAT installed.
• MSZ-LN Kirigamine Zen (high-end, Japanese design): SEER 9.1, SCOP 4.9, Plasma Quad Plus filtration. Indicative price 2.5 kW: €2,800 incl. VAT installed.
• Matter compatibility: announced for end of 2026 via MelCloud Bridge.

Toshiba Haori and Daiseikai 9: smart thermal inertia

Toshiba has rethought in 2026 its Haori textile range with a fabric covering (5 colour options: taupe, grey, midnight blue, terracotta, charcoal) that reduces acoustic perception and blends into any interior.

• Haori: SCOP 5.1, SEER 8.5, Toshiba Home AC Wi-Fi. Indicative price 2.5 kW: €2,200 incl. VAT installed.
• Daiseikai 9 (high-end): SCOP 5.3 (A+++), SEER 9.2. Indicative price 2.5 kW: €2,700 incl. VAT installed.
• Key feature: the "Magic Coil" function preheats the compressor before switching to heating mode, avoiding the cold snap at start-up.

Atlantic Takao M3 and ASYG: the French choice

A French manufacturer (production site in Billy-Berclau, 62), Atlantic focuses on made in France and a 5-year parts warranty (instead of 2 at most Asian competitors).

• Takao M3: SEER 8.5, SCOP 5.3 (2026 record), Cozytouch Wi-Fi (Atlantic Thermostat compatible). Indicative price 2.5 kW: €2,500 incl. VAT installed.
• ASYG 7-9-12 (entry-level): SCOP 4.6, more accessible at €1,600 incl. VAT installed.
• Matter compatibility: Cozytouch Bridge available since February 2026, Matter 1.4 compatibility confirmed.

Hitachi Shirokuma and Fujitsu Designer Curve: the outsiders to watch

• Hitachi Shirokuma ("white bear"): SCOP 5.0, ultra-thin 185 mm depth design, €1,700 incl. VAT installed in 2.5 kW. Very good value for money.
• Fujitsu Designer Curve: SEER 8.7, SCOP 4.9, distinctive curved look. €1,950 incl. VAT installed in 2.5 kW. Brand distributed by Atlantic in France.

Comparison table of 2026 ranges (mono-split 2.5 kW)

Model	SEER (cooling)	SCOP (heating)	Class	Min sound level	Average installed price	Parts warranty	Matter
Daikin Stylish FTXA 25	8.65	5.15	A+++	19 dB(A)	€2,000	2 years (5 years compressor)	Yes (1.3)
Daikin Perfera FTXM-R 25	8.65	5.10	A+++	19 dB(A)	€1,800	2 years (5 years compressor)	Yes (1.3)
Mitsubishi MSZ-AIR 25	8.50	4.70	A++	19 dB(A)	€1,900	3 years (5 years compressor)	End 2026
Mitsubishi MSZ-LN 25	9.10	4.90	A++	19 dB(A)	€2,800	3 years (5 years compressor)	End 2026
Toshiba Haori 25	8.50	5.10	A+++	20 dB(A)	€2,200	2 years (5 years compressor)	Yes (1.2)
Toshiba Daiseikai 9 25	9.20	5.30	A+++	19 dB(A)	€2,700	2 years (5 years compressor)	Yes (1.2)
Atlantic Takao M3 25	8.50	5.30	A+++	21 dB(A)	€2,500	5 years	Yes (1.4)
Hitachi Shirokuma 25	8.00	5.00	A++	20 dB(A)	€1,700	3 years (5 years compressor)	No (2027)
Fujitsu Designer Curve 25	8.70	4.90	A++	20 dB(A)	€1,950	3 years (5 years compressor)	Yes (1.3)

Reading: a SCOP of 5.1 (A+++) means that for 1 kWh of electricity consumed, the heat pump delivers 5.1 kWh of heat. At €0.25/kWh and 1,800 heating hours (Oct-Apr), a SCOP 5.1 costs ~€88/year versus ~€110/year for a SCOP 4.5. Over 15 years, the gap is nearly €350.

Matter connectivity: what really changes in 2026

The Matter standard (1.3 in 2026, 1.4 announced for November 2026) is now supported by Daikin Onecta, Toshiba Home AC, Atlantic Cozytouch and Fujitsu. Mitsubishi via MelCloud is arriving at the end of 2026, Hitachi in 2027. In concrete terms, this means:

• Unified control from Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa or Home Assistant without a manufacturer app.
• Home automation scenarios: "if indoor temperature > 26 °C and presence detected, cool to 23 °C".
• Compatibility with the Linky meter (off-peak/peak hours) to optimise consumption in auto mode — see our article on new summer off-peak hours 2026.
• Regulatory prerequisite: from 1 January 2027, the European Cyber Resilience Act will require a CE cybersecurity marking for all connected equipment. The 2026 Matter-compatible models are already compliant.

The technical innovations that make a difference

Fine modulation inverter

The new 2026 ranges all use high-frequency modulation inverter compressors (16 kHz PWM sine waves) that adjust power from 5% to 100% continuously, compared to 30-40% steps on older models. Result:

• Temperature stability: ±0.3 °C around the setpoint (vs. ±1 to 1.5 °C before).
• Reduced noise: no compressor yo-yo.
• Extended lifespan: fewer brutal on/off cycles.

Advanced filtration

• Daikin Flash Streamer: breaks down allergens (pollens, dust mites), moulds and even certain viruses by photocatalytic reaction. Proven 99.9% effectiveness on feline coronavirus (recognised proxy).
• Mitsubishi Plasma Quad Plus: electrostatic filter capturing PM2.5 and ultrafine particles.
• Toshiba Magic Coil: permanent anti-mould coating.
• Atlantic Takao M3: activated carbon filter + anti-formaldehyde filter.

For allergy sufferers, see our dedicated article on air conditioning and allergies / indoor air quality.

Energy-saving features

• "Smart Eco" mode (Daikin): reduces power by 20% when the room is unoccupied (detected by infrared sensor).
• "Econo Cool" (Mitsubishi): horizontal ventilation instead of lowering the temperature, saving 20% on the bill.
• "Floor Warming" (Toshiba): radiant floor heating mode for the mid-season.
• "Away mode" (all brands): maintains 8 °C in winter, 30 °C in summer to avoid straining the compressor during an extended absence — see our guide to prepare your air conditioning before a holiday departure.

What budget to plan for in 2026 (equipment + installation)?

Type of installation	2026 average installed price	Of which equipment ex-VAT	Of which installation ex-VAT	Applicable VAT
Mono-split 2.5 kW A++ (Atlantic ASYG, Hitachi Shirokuma)	€1,600 to €1,900	€850-1,100	€750-800	5.5% since 18/07/2026
Mono-split 2.5 kW A+++ (Daikin Perfera, Mitsubishi MSZ-AIR)	€1,800 to €2,200	€1,100-1,400	€700-800	5.5%
High-end mono-split 2.5 kW (Mitsubishi MSZ-LN, Toshiba Daiseikai 9)	€2,500 to €2,800	€1,800-2,000	€700-800	5.5%
Bi-split 2 x 2.5 kW A+++ (Daikin, Mitsubishi, Atlantic)	€3,500 to €4,500	€2,400-3,000	€1,100-1,500	5.5%
Tri-split 3 x 2.5 kW A+++	€4,800 to €5,800	€3,400-4,200	€1,400-1,600	5.5%
Ducted multi-split 5 kW (T3/T4 new build or major renovation)	€7,500 to €10,000	€5,500-7,500	€2,000-2,500	5.5%

Good to know: the 5.5% VAT applies since the order of 13 July 2026 only on class A+ or A++ reversible air-to-air heat pumps installed by an RGE professional, in a home completed for more than 2 years, with a refrigerant compliant with F-Gaz 2024/573 (R-32 authorised). Mobile air conditioners remain at 20%.

The grants that can be combined in 2026

For an installation in a main residence carried out by a QualiPAC + Qualifroid RGE refrigeration contractor, you can combine:

• 5.5% VAT on equipment and installation (since 18/07/2026).
• "Coup de Pouce Chauffage" CEE (since 1 September 2026, for air-water and hybrid heat pumps only — not eligible for air-to-air heat pumps, see our article on Coup de pouce approved heat pumps).
• Eco-PTZ up to €15,000 at zero rate (no means test) for work packages.
• Local grants (Île-de-France region, municipalities, agglomeration communities): from €200 to €800 depending on the area.
• MaPrimeRénov': not eligible for air-to-air AC (considered comfort), but eligible if coupled with an air-water heat pump in a work package.

For details, see our panorama of 2026 heat pump grants and our dedicated article on 5.5% VAT.

How to choose between the 2026 ranges: the Proclimo method

Your profile	Recommended model	Why
Studio / T1, tight budget, 1 room	Hitachi Shirokuma 25 or Atlantic ASYG 25	< €1,800 installed, reliability, 3-5 year warranty.
Parisian T2/T3, 2 rooms, careful design	Daikin Stylish FTXA 25 or Toshiba Haori 25	A+++, ultra-quiet, interior design integration.
Family T3/T4, 3 rooms, performance first	Daikin Perfera FTXM-R 25 + multi-split, or Mitsubishi MSZ-AIR 25 in bi-split	SCOP > 5, integrated Matter, leading brand.
Home with harsh winter (East, mountains, -10 °C and beyond)	Mitsubishi MSZ-LN Kirigamine Zen or MSZ-AIR	Hyper Heating technology, maintains 100% power at -15 °C.
Allergic, asthma, young children	Daikin Perfera FTXM-R 25 (Flash Streamer) or Mitsubishi MSZ-LN (Plasma Quad)	Validated photocatalytic / electrostatic filtration.
BBC eco-renovation / passive house	Atlantic Takao M3 (made in France, SCOP 5.3) or Toshiba Daiseikai 9	A+++, 5-year warranty, French after-sales.
Parisian co-ownership, acoustic constraint	Daikin Stylish FTXA 19 dB(A) or Mitsubishi MSZ-LN 19 dB(A)	The quietest on the market, compliant with the neighbourhood noise decree.

The regulatory point not to forget in 2026

Refrigerant: the end of R-410A and the rise of R-32

Since 1 January 2026, the placing on the market of new air conditioners with R-410A (GWP 2,088) is banned in the European Union. R-32 (GWP 675) remains authorised but will be progressively taxed. The 2026 ranges all use R-32, and some high-end models (Daikin Stylish 2026, Mitsubishi MSZ-LN 2026) are already available in R-454C (GWP 148) or R-290 propane (GWP 3) from autumn 2026. Details in our article on R-32 refrigerant and alternatives and the R-290 propane sheet.

Capacity attestation: mandatory for installation

Since the January 2025 reform, any installer handling more than 5 tonnes CO₂ equivalent of refrigerant must hold a capacity attestation of category A1, A2, B, C, D or E. Categories A1 (high GWP HFC fluids) and A2 (R-32, residual R-410A) are the most common. See our panorama of the 2026 refrigerant capacity attestation reform. All our Proclimo technicians hold categories A1, A2 and B.

2026 energy label: the new F class disappears

Since 1 March 2026, the energy label scale for reversible air conditioners has been redesigned: classes A+++ to A+ are retained, but class F (old pre-2014 models) has been completely removed from the market. See our article on the new 2026 air conditioner energy label and the RGE 2026 reform.

Our Proclimo 2026 verdict

For a T2/T3 in the Paris region with a budget of €2,000 to €2,500 all inclusive, the Daikin Perfera FTXM-R 25 remains our safe 2026 bet: SCOP 5.1, A+++, Flash Streamer, Matter, 5-year compressor warranty, dense after-sales network in France.

For a high-end design project with no budget constraint, the Mitsubishi MSZ-LN Kirigamine Zen or the Toshiba Daiseikai 9 offer the best absolute performance on the market, with a SCOP of 4.9 to 5.3.

For eco-renovations and new BBC homes, the Atlantic Takao M3 (made in France, SCOP 5.3, 5-year warranty) is unbeatable in quality / carbon footprint / after-sales ratio.

And if your budget is limited, don't go below the Hitachi Shirokuma or the Atlantic ASYG: an €800 installed budget air conditioner will cost you more over 5 years than a €2,000 A+++ — it's the same economic calculation as for portable monoblocs: quality costs, but so does energy savings.

Take action with Proclimo

Proclimo installs, maintains and repairs all major 2026 brands in Île-de-France (75, 77, 78, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95): Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Atlantic, Toshiba, Hitachi, Fujitsu, LG, Samsung, Panasonic. We are multi-qualified RGE refrigeration contractors QualiPAC and Qualifroid, holding A1, A2 and B capacity attestations.

• Free home survey: a technician comes to measure your rooms, identify constraints (co-ownership, façade, electrical, acoustic) and give you a comparative quote for the 2026 ranges.
• Mono-split, multi-split, ducted installation: installation done by the book, 5-year manufacturer warranty, commissioning and operating report.
• Annual maintenance contract: filter cleaning, leak check, R-32 refrigerant check, compliant with the 2026 maintenance obligation.
• 7/7 emergency repair: intervention within 24 to 96 hours in Île-de-France.

Contact Proclimo for a free survey, or book your audit online. We operate in compliance with 5.5% VAT, the F-Gaz 2026 regulation and best practices for heatwave settings. For a first purchase, also see our guide to choosing your air conditioner in 2026 and our comparison of reversible air-to-air models.

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