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Multi-splits for 2 rooms at 1.5 kW (≈5,000 BTU) in the UK: 4 models

Toshiba RASB 1.5 kW (RAS-05E2AVG-E) is the quietest of these 4 2-room multi-splits at ≈60.0 dB(A) outside. If one outdoor unit will serve 2 rooms, check the pass distance before the brand.

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bar · 1.5 kW (≈5,000 BTU) kW · Multi-split with 2 indoor units, quietest outside first · n=4 · 25 Sep 2026

Ranked models

4 models match this list. Multi-split with 2 indoor units, quietest outside first.

1.5 kW (≈5,000 BTU) · Multi-split with 2 indoor units, quietest outside first. £ per summer uses 26.32p/kWh at 400 hours.
RankModelLwA dB(A)3 m dB(A)SEER£ at 400 hRefrigerantObserved price
1Toshiba RASB 1.5 kW (RAS-05E2AVG-E)60.042.56.9£22.89R32—
2Toshiba RASB 1.5 kW (RAS-05J2AVG-E)61.043.56.1£25.89R32—
3Toshiba RASB 1.5 kW (RAS-05B2AVG-E)62.044.56.1£25.89R32—
4Toshiba RASB 1.5 kW (RAS-05BAVG-E)63.045.55.6£28.20R32—

EPREL manufacturer-declared registrations · snapshot 25 Sep 2026 · n=4 · Multi-split with 2 indoor units, quietest outside first; noise via contract_engine MCS 020a Q=2, no barrier · updated 25 Sep 2026 · version 1.0.0 · CSV of the values on this page

How this page was calculated

If the calculated sound pressure level at all assessment positions is equal to or lower than 37.0 dB(A) then the heat pump will comply with the Permitted Development noise limit

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