Smart faucets are growing in popularity. Why should I switch?

Automatic and touchless faucets are prevalent in public places, and now more and more people are having them installed in their homes. Find out what’s behind the movement to smart faucets and whether they’re right for you.

Did you know that 80% of the most common infectious diseases are transmitted by touch? This is causing a health concern among workplaces, schools, hospitals and other public places, and many have turned to smart faucets because they improve hygiene and help beat the spread of germs.

Smart appliances are a growing trend

But smart faucets aren’t just for public places anymore. For the past several years, connected homes have been a growing trend that shows no signs of slowing down. Research shows that the smart home market is expected to grow by approximately 15% annually through 2023.[1] In other words, connected, smart home appliances and applications are exploding in popularity.

Smart kitchen faucets increase convenience

Eco-friendly without compromise

One of the biggest drivers toward smart appliances is their eco-friendliness. For example, you can save up to 50% of your annual water consumption by switching to smart faucets. You can also save energy on heated water. And you can do both without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

Think about the convenience of not having to touch the faucet lever when you’ve been working with raw meat or your hands are covered in sticky bread dough. Smart dishwasher valves are also available, which close automatically, decreasing the risk water of damage caused by an open valve. That’s comforting!

You can save up to 50% water by switching to smart faucets.

When safety comes first

Parents with small children are particularly interested in the safety aspect of smart faucets, but we all benefit from a reduced risk of hot-water burns. Smart faucets allow you to pre-set the temperature to the right level and prevent kids from accidentally turning the water too hot.

Oras Esteta Wellfit comes with wellness programmes which can be managed with Oras App

Smart showers are also popular – especially from a safety point of view. Oras Esteta Wellfit even comes with wellness programmes, so you can treat yourself to a luxurious shower experience.

The first smart faucets on the market

Oras manufactured the first touchless faucets. Designed to promote hygiene and safety, our faucets limit the spread of germs by 85% and reduce hot-water accidents because the small temperature control handle on the side of the faucet is harder for children to reach. Built with patented state-of-the-art sensors, they can be installed easily without help from an electrician, and they are easy to set up, use and adjust. Battery life lasts 3-5 years and battery changes are simple.

Automatic monitoring and control

Most of our smart faucets can be controlled using the Oras App based on Bluetooth technology. The app provides a wide range of features and functions for monitoring and controlling your faucet, including:

• Automatic flushing – so you can ensure the right flow of water through your pipes when you’re away
• Adjustment of sensor sensitivity – so you can decide exactly when your water should turn on
• After flow time – so you can decide how long the water should continue once you’re finished
• Battery level – so you can be prepared when it’s time to swap batteries

Smart faucets are big success amongst our customers – 99% of customers are satisfied. So, once you switch to smart, you stick to smart.

[1] https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/global-smart-homes-market-advanced-technologies-growth-opportunities-by-2018-2023-2019-02-28