What' s a smart washing machine and what can you use it for?

One of the smart technologies of a smart washing machine is the possibility to control it remotely. You can connect this washing machine to your WiFi network. You can then start a wash cycle via your smartphone or tablet. With some smart washing machines, you can indicate what kind of laundry you have via an app. The app then shows which cycle is best. As soon as your bedding is clean, you'll get a notification on your phone. This way, you don't have to go up to the attic to see if the laundry is finished.

To keep your laundry looking good longer, you can buy a smart washing machine with automatic detergent dosing. This'll add the right dose based on the amount of laundry in the drum. You'll use exactly the right amount of detergent and fabric softener that way, which is better for your favorite outfit. The detergent will also last longer and you save water and energy. That's because you need less rinse cycles to wash the detergent out of your clothes.

Another smart technology is the steam function. A washing machine with steam reduces wrinkles, so it makes it easier to iron. You can use it for bedding or dress shirts, for example. Some washing machines with steam remove bacteria and allergens, like pollen and pet hairs. This way, you can wash extra hygienically and you won't have as much skin irritation. There are also separate steam cycles to freshen up a musty shirt without washing it.

Sometimes, you might find pants or a shirt next to your bed while the wash cycle is already running. With the function to add laundry, you can quickly add some laundry you forgot. You pause the cycle with the start and pause button. Many washing machines have this function nowadays. Make sure that you only use it at the start of the washing cycle. A Samsung washing machine with AddWash has an extra door so you can add laundry at any moment. You can also do this if the cycle has already been going on for a while.