Smart machine or dryer laundry appliance , which the connects to the Internet or smart home networks. These machines add features that are not possible with unconnected appliances.
Smart washers and dryers are different from just digital appliances. They can send notifications to their phone at the end of a cycle, download new wash and dry cycles, diagnose problems, and adjust settings using smartphone or voice command.
What can a smart washing machine do?
What we like
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Remotely start, stop or control cleaning cycles from your phone.
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Receive notifications when cycles are finished.
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Integration with smart home network.
What we don’t like
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May require frequent updates.
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Vulnerable to network security vulnerabilities.
The Smart Washer gives you more control over your laundry than a standard washing machine, while offering some handy extras. Here are some of the benefits of a smart washing machine:
- Remotely start, stop or monitor wash cycles from your mobile device, or schedule cycles for times that work best.
- Manage machine settings via your mobile device and be notified when cycles are completed.
- Use voice commands to manage your work Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa .
- Use the built-in diagnostic sensors to alert you when repairs are needed or when regular maintenance is needed, such as a self-cleaning cycle.
- Choose to be notified when detergent levels are low, with the option to use Amazon Dash Buttons, to automatically order more detergent.
- Search and download new wash cycles for specific types of fabric or load.
- Integration with existing smart home system. When synced with a connected smart home, many models can track local power consumption and automatically run cycles during off-peak hours to save money.
As with all smart appliances, features vary by brand and model. This review covers the general features of most smart washing machines.
What can a smart dryer do?
What we like
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Remotely start, stop or control drying cycles using your phone.
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Monitor energy usage for off-peak operation.
What we don’t like
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May require frequent updates.
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Vulnerable to network security vulnerabilities.
A smart dryer paired with a smart washing machine makes cleaning laundry faster and easier. Here are some of the benefits of a connected dryer:
- Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to start, stop and extend cycles remotely from your phone or mobile device.
- Receive notifications about the end of a cycle or remotely check its status.
- Download new drying cycles for special fabrics and load types.
- Use voice commands to manage work through virtual assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Integration with existing smart home system. When synced with a smart home network, smart dryers can track local energy consumption to operate during off-peak hours for additional savings on utility bills.
As with smart washers, features vary by brand and model.
Universal smart washer and dryer
Several manufacturers have combined washer and dryer machines into one machine that washes and dries clothes at the same time. All-in-one laundry may be ideal for smaller homes and apartments where space is limited, but they are quite expensive. Currently, several affordable all-in-one washer dryers cost about the same as buying two separate units.