BSH will be the first manufacturer in the world to bring a Matter-compatible home appliance to the market in early 2025. At the gigantic BSH stand at IFA 2024 a built-in XXL fridge-freezer combination was presented, which will be distributed under both the Bosch and Siemens brands.

The new Matter connection standard will enable simple and fast networking in the future not only between the group’s appliances but with all models that have been or will be put on the market by manufacturers adhering to this standard (almost all leaders) with great advantages for everyday use. Matter-compatible devices can be controlled via various apps and technologies, actively or automatically and self-controlled in the background. BSH is therefore actively positioning itself for the smart home of the future.Home Connect has been a leader in IoT solutions for the kitchen and home for a decade. At IFA, BSH is celebrating this anniversary with new functions that promote sustainability and ease of use. One of these functions is Smart Start, which automates the operation of household appliances based on the highest share of renewable energy in the power grid or electricity prices. For consumers who do not yet use dynamic electricity tariffs, BSH has partnered with the green electricity supplier Tibber to offer discounted tariffs and thus promote the use of renewable energies.

Additionally, consumption statistics provide consumers with an overview of their water and electricity consumption. The Consumption Forecast feature shows the expected energy and water consumption based on the selected program, so consumers can make informed decisions about their energy consumption. The Care Dashboard helps them monitor the condition of their devices, identify maintenance needs early and address them directly to ensure optimal.