Is Lennox more expensive than Carrier?

Is Lennox more expensive than Carrier is generally yes, Lennox is slightly more expensive than Carrier for comparable efficiency models by 5 to 15 percent upfront, due to proprietary parts and positioning as most efficient brand. For example, 3-ton 14 SEER single stage AC, Lennox ML14XC1 costs 4,000 to 5,500 dollars installed versus Carrier Comfort 14 24SCA4 costs 3,800 to 5,200 dollars installed, Lennox about 200 to 300 dollars more. Mid-range 17 SEER two-stage AC, Lennox EL16XC1 costs 5,000 to 7,000 dollars versus Carrier Performance 17 24SPA6 costs 4,800 to 6,800 dollars, similar but Lennox slightly higher. Premium variable speed AC, Lennox XC25 26 SEER most efficient costs 8,000 to 11,000 dollars versus Carrier Infinity 21 24VNA1 21 SEER costs 6,000 to 9,000 dollars, Lennox more expensive due to higher SEER. Furnaces: Lennox ML296V 96 percent AFUE costs 3,000 to 5,000 dollars versus Carrier Comfort 96 59SC6 costs 3,200 to 5,000 dollars, similar, but Lennox SLP99V 99 percent AFUE costs 5,500 to 9,000 dollars versus Carrier Infinity 98 98 percent costs 5,500 to 8,500 dollars, Lennox slightly higher. Parts also more expensive: Lennox control board 400 to 700 dollars versus Carrier 300 to 600 dollars. Both offer similar warranties at 10-year parts. Lennox justifies higher price with highest efficiency and quietest operation at 59 decibels.