Daikin Fit vs LOUD Heat Pump! REAL TEST!

In this video, Joshua Griffin compares the Daikin Fit to a Rheem single-stage heat pump system. He tests the decibel levels and the simple sound levels when having a conversation or hearing them outside the home. He also goes through not just how quiet the Daikin Fit is, but also the space it takes up, the clearance it requires, and other benefits in addition to being an efficient communicating inverter system. Homeowners are looking for better solutions to their HVAC needs, including many of the benefits the Daikin Fit offers.

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Griffin Air and Joshua Griffin have partnered with Daikin on multiple projects. FTC requires disclosure of these relationships due to the compensation received.

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0:00 Intro: Single stage vs Daikin Fit
1:56 Sound for Fit
3:46 Sound for Rheem
4:55 Sizes and Clearances
5:45 Outro

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[Ryan-RM]

I like this style of video where you are out in the field and showing products. Props for the change in style for this content. Great stuff 👍

[joebass]

It's amazing how quiet the 3 ton Fit HP is. I had a preventative service appointment and the two techs weren't sure it was running but the compressor was on and indoor blower running. They were amazed at the whisper quiet.

[WalkiTalki]

I put a 410A, A/C only 3.5 Ton version of the Rheem you show there. I can tell you for a fact that you can hear that sucker inside the house. I did not know that the inverter compressors could be installed with an add-a-coil ac system. Mine is rated at 72db but the frequency travels pretty far. Now that I know, when the Rheem stops working it will be replaced by an inverter. The difference is crazy!

[garysmith]

Hey there Josh!, one of your Tuesday night regulars here. I was VERY pleased (as a music/audiophile), that you were using the A weighting. So many do not know the differences between the two and just what they are measuring. I have a story about the Mitsubishi and my neighbors, but I will save that for your live show ....and, good to see you at full scale, vs. half a man 😉. See you Tuesday night for more HVAC topics!

[TofuInc]

I like these units. I may get one once the R32 units become available in the US.

[AnalogueKid]

Great stuff. I’d love a tour of a Skyair system if you have installed one

[LouisS-csbh]

What are the prices for the two units? How about comparison part replacement prices? What about the reliability comparison? If one unit costs a lot more in repairs then it may be financially better to go with the other unit.

[be-curious-and-kind]

This is EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you!!

[timothybilsky]

Good video. My two stage higher SEER Goodman unitary (installed July 2022) is really quiet outside once running but there’s always that initial start up jolt. Obviously something like the Fit carries some advantages, especially in terms of clearance, noise, and efficiency. Those are some pretty big pros. I like the unit I purchased, that said, but space isn’t a huge issue and I live in a 200 year old double brick walled structure.

[seanwebb]

Like the approach here josh in the field!

[michaelbaldwin]

What’s up the the nuts on the outdoor txv’s on Goodman? Got a buddy that installs Goodman and had several callbacks for no cooling. The nuts are breaking apart and complete loose of charge. Of course they offered to make it right by giving him a new nut. 5 day old unit I told him make them give you a new outdoor just because of all the refrigerant he was going to be out.

[acmm]

Does the Daikin require a new evap coil install as well and is the evap fan also variable speed or just single stage??

[Adam-ulpx]

I was always told no filter/drier because its an obstruction (pressure drop) and theres no need because you were flowing nitro if you were brazing

[ChipKyles]

I'm considering a 3.5 ton Daikin Fit. I had the chance to listen to a 1.5 ton Fit run at a neighbor's house. It was very quiet. How should I expect the 3.5 ton to sound by comparison? I'm concerned about outside noise, not inside. My unit will be less than two feet from a brick wall.

[Fhvac]

Buenas noches maestro cual es la diferencia entre hyper heat y heat pump regular

[FallLineJP]

Great video! But why are those two units installed on a rotting wooden platform? 😬

[dporrasxtremeLS]

Dave here, I installed my Goodman 16 seer split system 8 years ago, it works awesome! 2 stage heat/ cool and variable speed fan. I did replace the fan module last year. Would you consider selling me a Daiken Fit to replace my outdoor unit, as a quiet upgrade?

[theoutspokenengineer]

Hi josh, why have you got a liquid line dryer fitted? Not needed sir ;)

[marionholland]

Noise comparison is not the only way to compare units, cost to operate, repair, efficiency & longevity.

[damionfragoso]

I'm Bosch and carrier units dead quiet 🤨