Product Innovation to Expand Company Footings in the Smart Cleaning And Hygiene Market

Given the digital revolution over the recent years, smart cleaning products such as robotic vacuum cleaners and floor mops are gaining significant traction globally. Such trends have encouraged collaborations and acquisitions among companies to enhance their product portfolio. To illustrate, iRobot collaborated with Google to integrate robotic and smart home technologies to advance the next-generation smart home.

Besides this, the staggering ramification of the COVID-19 pandemic impacted several operations, including cleaning functions. Due to the outbreak and social distancing norms, several countries witnessed a downfall in the availability of domestic help services, which amplified the production of innovative robotic cleaners. As per our estimates, the global smart cleaning and hygiene market is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 14.39% between 2021 and 2028.

Considering the digital dominance across industries, several companies have heavily invested in developing new products to streamline supplies, ultimately expanding their footings in the market.

Some newly launched smart cleaners by top-notch companies include:

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, consumers globally have been cautious about maintaining hygiene, leading to high demand for sanitizers across industries. Considering this global demand, Samsung launched its portable UV Sterilizer in-built with a wireless charging system. This sterilizer enables users to charge their devices while disinfecting them anywhere.

Launched in September 2021, iRobot’s Roomba J7+ is an autonomous device that allows users to create a defined boundary on their smartphone to map out the vacuum’s movement. Interestingly, featuring the precision vision navigation, it can also start cleaning when the user leaves the house and stop once they return.

Given the increase in commercial and residential construction activities, Winbot 880 robotic window cleaner by Ecovacs comprises edge detection technology. It also assists in avoiding obstacles and navigating windows without falling.

To target the growing health-conscious consumers, iTouchless introduced the 13 Gallon automatic, a widely purchased sensor touchless trash can. It detects human reflexes and is incorporated with the AbsorbX Odor Control System.

Technology - A Potential Prospect

Exploring the steps undertaken by companies to maintain physical distancing, artificial intelligence amalgamated with sensors, and tracking solutions holds the potential to detect traffic areas, creating an effective floor plan for smart cleaners to disinfect workplaces. Additionally, when combined with IoT, AI can notify people when an area is contaminated, ensuring cleanliness at all times. Such technological advancements open new avenues for players to invest significantly in manufacturing high-tech smart cleaners.