Hottest kitchen appliances trends

Global SourcesUpdated on 2023/12/01

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From Bluetooth-enabled units to stylish vintage-inspired releases, Global Sources identifies the hottest trends in kitchen appliances.

The success of today's kitchen hinges largely on the choice of the right appliances. Appearance is no longer the main reason why customers purchase appliances. Efficiency and convenience have now caught on eye-catching details as factors buyers choose certain units.

Below are among the top trends in kitchen appliances, and similar products from Global Sources manufacturers.

Connected appliances

Bluetooth technology has revolutionized kitchen appliances. Users are now able to control the units from afar, synching clock times and turning appliances on automatically.

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Induction cookers

Adopting electromagnetic field instead of radiant heat, induction cookers are fast becoming the rage because it allows quick and easy-to-control cooking. Many of the latest high-end units boast smartphone-inspired touch-and-swipe controls.

See OEM and private label suppliers offering induction cookers

Steam ovens

With a consumer base that's increasingly concerned with health and fitness, steam ovens are gaining attention as these units cook food faster than conventional units, and help retain the food's nutrients and flavor.

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White is back

White is making a comeback but with a twist on the surface treatment and design elements. Glossy finishes and stainless steel handles that provide a clean lookare examples.

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Vintage style

50s-inspired appliances are hip once again. Retro-design refrigerators, gas ranges, microwave ovens and dishwashers in beach blue, pink, lemonade, cherry red, buttercup yellow, jadite green, black, white and orange are returning to several kitchens.

See OEM and private label suppliers offering home refrigerators

Countertop beer-brewing machines

Beer enthusiasts wanting to brew their own concoction are investing in desktop beer-brewing machines.

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Specialized compartments

Many high-end home refrigerators come with specialized storage for easy organization. Some feature temperature-controlled drawers for thawing frozen meat and freezer pockets for boxed pizza.

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Tones of gray

Gray will continue to dominate the color palette. Most units come in a dark brushed-metal and matte finish that are resistant to fingerprints.

See OEM and private label suppliers offering toaster ovens

French door ovens

Apart from being stylish, French door wall ovens save space because these models do not require room that a conventional fold-down door needs.

See OEM and private label suppliers offering convection ovens

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