Connected Tech: The Benefits of Smart Appliances for Kitchen and Laundry

In this age of technology, our kitchens and laundries have seen some remarkable changes, and smart appliances for kitchen and laundry tasks just keep getting better. 

Once considered a luxury, smart appliances have become a mainstream part of modern living, with countless brands and models to choose from and appliances that perform tasks you may not even have dreamt of.

Here are six reasons why smart kitchen and laundry appliances should be on your radar, and how they can improve your life in multiple ways.

Put efficiency at your fingertips

Perhaps the most obvious benefit of smart kitchen appliances and laundry appliances is the efficiency they offer. This isn’t just about energy efficiency, either. 

The right combination of connected kitchen appliances integrates into your household, making meal preparation, shopping and basic kitchen tasks easier. Remote preheating means you can turn your oven on before you arrive home, saving precious dinnertime minutes. A smart refrigerator keeps tabs on your shopping list, suggesting smart cooking ideas based on available ingredients and alerting you to items that are running low or due to expire.

When it comes to laundry, smart washers adapt cycles based on fabric type, and dirt levels, ensuring efficient and effective cleaning and drying, without damage or overuse of detergents and softeners. On AEG’s Care app, the Care Advisor recommends optimal programs for every garment, even delicates like wool and silk. Enter the fabric type, colour and soil level, and the app will customise the cycle. It then communicates with the appliance to start the programme.

Smart appliances save resources

Equipped with sensors and algorithms, smart laundry appliances and kitchen appliances are able to optimize their operation and contribute to your household’s energy, water and resource conservation. 

A smart dishwasher, for example, adjusts water and detergent use based on load size and soil level. Smart dryers can detect the moisture of your washing, finishing the cycle when your clothes are perfectly dried and saving both those endless ‘dryer checks’ and your energy usage.

A smart kitchen or laundry puts safety first

Safety is paramount, and smart kitchen and laundry appliances enhance it. 

Smart cooktops and ovens offer automatic shut-off timers and overheating notifications, so you’ll never boil over or boil dry again. In the laundry, smart washers and dryers that monitor temperature and humidity levels prevent accidents and provide peace of mind for busy households.

Smart time-savers

The best smart appliances for kitchen and laundry are designed to bring convenience and time saving elements to your daily routine.

Imagine never defrosting your freezer again, or brewing a morning coffee to your exact specifications without even touching your machine. With features like smart defrosting cycles and voice-activated commands, new smart kitchen appliances make both of these time-savers - and many more - a reality.

Connected appliances, seamless integration

Smart appliances can be cleverly integrated into your home’s ecosystem. 

The right combination of smart cooking and smart laundry appliances with current connected technologies means you can create multi-step routines that start with a single voice command. For instance, Voice Control and Oven Assistant on the new Siemens iQ700 Studio line ovens. Imagine your perfect ‘good morning’ routine: you could have your appliances brewing coffee, preheating the oven, starting the laundry and turning up your morning playlist before you even get out of bed. 

Future-proof with connected kitchen and laundry appliances

Investing in smart appliances for kitchen and laundry isn't just about immediate convenience; it also future-proofs your home. 

As technology continues to advance, regular software updates can keep appliances relevant and optimally functional for years. You’ll be able to enjoy the latest technology without constantly upgrading to new appliances, so your investment pays off for longer and your ecological footprint is smaller. 

From efficiency and energy conservation to convenience, safety and longevity, new smart kitchen and laundry appliances offer a range of benefits. Embrace connected tech to streamline tasks, reduce your environmental impact, and create an enjoyable and convenient living environment. 

At Hart and Co, we're here to assist you in selecting and using these appliances for maximum efficiency and enjoyment. Visit us and chat to our experienced and passionate staff, to explore the best smart kitchen appliance packages and smart laundry appliances for your home.