Top 5 Smart Appliances to Upgrade Your Kitchen in 2025
Fri May 16 2025
- Appliances
Smart appliances are becoming essential to how we cook, clean, and keep our homes running smoothly. From simplifying meal prep to helping you save energy, today's connected appliances offer both convenience and peace of mind. Let’s explore the best smart appliances available in our showrooms, as well as their benefits.
Are Smart Appliances Worth It?
Smart appliances are both convenient and smart investments. Here’s why many homeowners are making the switch:
✔️ Convenience: Start, stop, and monitor appliances from anywhere, saving time every day.
✔️ Energy Savings: Reduce waste with energy-efficient cycles and remote controls.
✔️Safety and Peace of Mind: Enjoy features like automatic shut-offs and remote monitoring.
✔️Style and Integration: Add sleek, high-tech designs that seamlessly connect with other smart home devices.
Top Smart Kitchen Appliances to Simplify Your Life
At DeWaard & Bode, we carry some of the most innovative smart appliances on the market, designed to save you time, reduce energy waste, and bring a little more ease to your day. Let’s take a closer look at some of our top picks.
1. Smart Refrigerator
For families on the go, staying organized can be tricky. That’s why smart refrigerators are so helpful. The Samsung Bespoke 4-Door Flex™ Refrigerator (Model: RF29A9771SR) offers a fresh approach to food storage with built-in technology that keeps you connected to what’s inside (even when you’re not home).
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Family Hub™ touchscreen lets you manage groceries, stream media, and sync calendars
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Internal cameras let you remotely view your groceries from your smartphone
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Customizable panels to match your kitchen design
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AI-enhanced food management reduces waste and makes meal planning easy
› Explore Samsung Smart Refrigerators
2. Smart Range
Cooking dinner while multitasking? No problem. The GE Profile™ Smart Slide-In Range (Model: PHS930YPFS) helps you control your oven remotely, so dinner is ready when you are, without having to hover.
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Built-in WiFi for remote preheating, monitoring, and adjustments
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Guided cooking technology ensures recipes turn out perfectly
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Air Fry mode delivers crispy favorites without added oil
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Voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
› Explore GE Smart Ranges
3. Smart Dishwasher
A smart kitchen should make cleanup just as easy as cooking. The Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher (Model: SHX78CM5N) takes the guesswork out of washing with sensors that customize each cycle. Plus, it runs quietly, so it’s perfect for open kitchen designs.
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Home Connect™ lets you monitor and control cycles from your smartphone
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CrystalDry™ ensures plastics come out completely dry
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Ultra-quiet operation
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Adjustable racks for flexible loading
› Explore Bosch Smart Dishwashers ›
4. Smart Microwave Drawer
Smart technology isn’t just for the big appliances. The Café™ Smart Built-In Microwave Drawer (Model: CWL112P2RS1) combines modern convenience with sleek, space-saving design. Perfect for a streamlined kitchen setup.
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Touch-to-open design for easy, hands-free access
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Sensor cooking automatically adjusts time and power for optimal results
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WiFi-enabled with Scan-to-Cook technology
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Built-in look eliminates countertop clutter
› Explore Café Smart Microwaves
5. Smart Induction Cooktop
Looking for a way to cook that’s fast, precise, and safe? The Thermador Freedom® Induction Cooktop (Model: CIT36YWBB) makes induction cooking simple and smart, with flexible heating zones and app connectivity.
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Freedom® technology allows pots to be placed anywhere on the surface
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Cool-to-the-touch surface enhances kitchen safety
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WiFi connectivity for remote monitoring
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Sleek, minimalist design complements modern kitchens
› Explore Thermador Smart Induction Cooktops
How to Build a Fully Connected Smart Kitchen
A single smart appliance can make daily tasks easier, but the real magic happens when they work together as part of a connected kitchen. In 2025, we predict that more homeowners will embrace smart kitchens that seamlessly sync with other smart home devices.
Imagine using your phone to preheat your oven while you’re commuting home from work. As you step through the door, your smart lights automatically turn on, and your refrigerator’s screen displays a recipe suggestion based on what’s inside. While you prep, your voice assistant adjusts the lights and starts your favorite playlist. Once dinner is done, your smart dishwasher sends a notification to your phone that the cycle is complete.
Smart appliances integrate with popular smart home ecosystems like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, meaning you can control them with voice commands or create routines that automate daily tasks. For example:
✅ Start your dishwasher automatically at night when energy rates are lower
✅ Get notified when your fridge door is left open
✅ Preheat your oven and set timers remotely
✅ Check cooking status or cycle progress from anywhere
Together, smart appliances make your kitchen more efficient and personalized.
Ready to Upgrade? Visit DeWaard & Bode Today
A smart kitchen is all about making your day-to-day life easier. From remote access to energy-saving features, today’s smart home appliances offer real benefits you’ll notice every day.
At DeWaard & Bode, we offer the latest smart appliances from trusted brands like Samsung, GE, Bosch, Café, and Thermador. Feel free to contact us or stop by one of our stores in Bellingham or Burlington, Washington, to talk through any questions..
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FAQ: Common Questions About Smart Appliances
1. Do smart appliances save energy?
Yes, many are designed to optimize energy use, which can lower your utility bills over time.
2. Are smart appliances more expensive?
They often have a higher upfront cost, but features like remote diagnostics, energy efficiency, and convenience can offer long-term savings.
3. Do smart appliances require WiFi?
While they function without it, connecting to WiFi unlocks advanced features like remote access, notifications, and voice control.
4. Why should I choose smart appliances?
Smart appliances offer added convenience, better performance, and integration with other smart home devices for a more streamlined lifestyle.
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