Pros & Cons
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Detailed Review
First Impressions
When the Bajaj PX 97 Torque arrived at my flat, my first thought was — this thing is compact. At 36 litres, it’s clearly designed for bedrooms or small study rooms, not your 400 sq ft living area. The build quality felt decent for the price, though the plastic body has that typical Bajaj utilitarian look. Nothing fancy, but it doesn’t feel flimsy either. The turbo fan design caught my attention immediately because Bajaj has been marketing this heavily.
How I Tested This
I used this cooler through May and June in my 120 sq ft bedroom in Pune, where temperatures regularly hit 38-40°C during peak afternoons. My testing routine was simple — fill the tank around 11 AM, switch it on at the highest speed, and see how long it lasts and how much the room temperature actually drops. I also tested it with regular tap water versus adding ice cubes to see if there’s any noticeable difference. For noise testing, I kept it running while working from home on calls and while sleeping at night.
Performance
Let me be straight with you — this cooler works, but with realistic expectations. In my bedroom with one window partially open for cross ventilation, I noticed a 4-5 degree drop in temperature within 30 minutes. The three-speed settings are useful; I mostly kept it on medium during the day and low at night. The honeycomb cooling pads do their job, and the air throw is decent up to about 8-10 feet. Beyond that, you’re just getting regular fan-level breeze.
The 36-litre tank lasted me roughly 8-9 hours on medium speed, which is actually pretty good for overnight use. Adding ice did make a slight difference for the first hour or so, but honestly, it’s not worth the hassle daily.
Now the downsides. The noise level on high speed is noticeable — I couldn’t take important work calls with it running at full blast. Also, in humid conditions during pre-monsoon weeks, the cooling efficiency dropped significantly. That’s not a Bajaj problem though, that’s just how evaporative coolers work.
Value for Money
At around ₹7,000, this sits in a competitive space. Checking Amazon.in and Flipkart reviews, most users echo my experience — great for small rooms, struggles in larger spaces or high humidity. The Bajaj service network is a plus point; I had a minor issue with the pump after two months, and the local service center sorted it within three days under warranty.
Build & Maintenance
The castor wheels make it easy to move around, which I appreciated. Cleaning the tank and pads is straightforward. The ice chamber is a nice touch for those extra hot days. However, the water level indicator could be more visible — I often had to bend down and squint to check it.
Score Breakdown
| Cooling Performance | 7.5/10 | |
| Tank Capacity & Runtime | 8/10 | |
| Noise Levels | 6.5/10 | |
| Build Quality | 7.5/10 | |
| Value for Money | 7.5/10 |
Key Specifications
| Tank Capacity | 36 Litres |
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| Air Delivery | 1380 m³/hr |
| Power Consumption | 115 Watts |
| Cooling Media | Honeycomb Pads |
| Number of Speeds | 3 |
| Coverage Area | Up to 150 sq ft |
| Dimensions | 55 x 38 x 65 cm |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
