As software applications continues to branch out into hardware devices, a fleet of smart appliances is quickly growing into a billion-dollar market. But with price tags starting at a whopping $200 for most smart appliances, it can be difficult to justify the steep costs of these high-tech doorbells and thermostats. To help you invest in the right smart appliances, here are five that are really worth every dollar.
Nest
Nest is one of the most advanced thermostats on today’s market. It saves electricity and thus cuts your monthly utility bill by a significant amount. You can manage up to 20 thermostats in a household or office in one centralized location. It takes a simple tap on the thermostat to adjust the temperature. When you leave for work, the thermostat will automatically adjust itself to minimize the energy consumed while the house is empty.
SkyBell
Although video doorbells have been around for the past few years and no longer incite any excitement, Skybell’s flawless execution of it is worth investing into, if not discuss at the very least. Skybell’s video doorbell is designed with a sleek and compact case, bearing a built-in camera feed that lets you control the device with your smartphone from anywhere and at anytime. With vivid picture quality, you can see through the eyes of your doorbell, thus improving household security.
Sonte
Sonte is a brand of smart film products that is applied onto your windows. The film automatically changes between transparent and non-transparent shade based on the amount of light passing through it. Sonte smart film gives you sun protection by absorbing UV rays and sending back infrared to maintain a lower temperature inside the room. This saves you energy and, consequently, money. It’s also a worthwhile product for homeowners who are looking to improve privacy. You can easily control the smart film transparency using your smartphone or tablet wherever you are, be it at work or home.
Nespresso Prodigio
Guessing by the name, you probably know it’s a coffee maker. And sure, there are dozens of cofee makers out there that claim they are at the best in the market. But what makes Nespresso Prodigio coffee maker different is that it allows you to make fresh cups of coffee from your tablet or smartphone, which means you can whip up freshly brewed coffee on your way from home or while you’re taking a shower in the morning. In addition, it lets you schedule when it brews coffee and reorder packets when you run out.
Whirlpool
At an average cost of $1,400, justifying a smart washer/dryer combo can be difficult. But Whirlpool has figured out a way to make a simple washer/dryer system smarter by incorporating a Sixth Sense Live technology that enables you to stay up to date on what cycle your load is in. The smart washer/dryer also allows you to start the cycle remotely, get notified when the load finishes, and even monitor and display how much power is being used.
Smart appliances offer many benefits that all sum up to a better quality of life. In addition, it adds an aesthetic appeal to any room that you install and place it in. Over time, these smart devices should pay for itself.
