Consumer appliances in 2024: The big picture
In 2024, consumer appliances in Germany continues to be influenced by purchase reluctance. Many local consumers are restricting their purchases to only when it is essential.
2024 key trends
A major trend in Germany is the increasing importance of energy efficiency as part of consumers’ purchasing decisions. This is not purely motivated by sustainability concerns, but primarily driven by cost-saving incentives in a context of elevated energy prices.
Competitive landscape
The competitive landscape of consumer appliances continues to be led by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, Procter & Gamble Germany GmbH & Co Operations oHG, and Philips GmbH. BSH has established itself as the leading producer of major appliances through its reputation for reliable quality and continued innovation to improve performance, energy efficiency and convenience.
Retailing developments
Appliances and electronics specialists is the leading distribution channel for consumer appliances in Germany. Many consumers appreciate being able to visit a physical store to evaluate the products in person and ensure that they meet their expectations, while asking sales assistants for information and advice to aid their purchasing decisions.
What next for consumer appliances?
Consumers’ motivation to use an appliance for as long as possible will be supported by how easily it is to repair, so that in case of defect, there is no need to purchase a completely new product, but instead order a spare part or utilise a repair service. This scenario should not remain a rarity that is practiced by only a few players.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Appliances industry in Germany with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Dishwashers
- Home Laundry Appliances
- Large Cooking Appliances
- Microwaves
- Refrigeration Appliances
- Air Treatment Products
- Food Preparation Appliances
- Personal Care Appliances
- Small Cooking Appliances
- Vacuum Cleaners
If you're in the Consumer Appliances industry in Germany, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Consumer Appliances in Germany report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Consumer Appliances in Germany?
- Which are the leading brands in Germany?
- How are products distributed in Germany?
- To what extent has COVID-19 and accordant macroeconomic and retail disruption impacted demand?
- How are considerations such as urban development and the rise in single-person households determining sales growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Appliances in Germany
Consumer appliances in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for consumer appliances?
DISCLAIMER
Dishwashers in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Post-pandemic purchase reluctance and static housing market negatively impact demand for dishwashers
Innovation and affordability are key drivers in the competitive landscape
Home product specialists dominates distribution due to high penetration of built-in dishwashers in local homes
Revival of dishwashers depends on housing market, while connected homes offer growth potential
Energy efficiency is the primary factor in consumers’ purchasing decisions
“Right to repair” is another factor to measure value of products
Home Laundry Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Growth for convenient automatic washer dryers
Energy efficiency, performance and innovation shape the competitive landscape
Home products specialists regain share as home laundry appliances become increasingly connected
Energy efficiency and long-term cost savings
“Right to repair” and microplastics reduction are criteria to measure value of products
Increasing quality through innovation
Large Cooking Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Marginally stronger performance for freestanding models, while built-in struggles
BSH Hausgeräte regains share to consolidate leadership
Distribution of large cooking appliances is constantly changing
Germans move less frequently due to tense housing market
Local consumer focus on eco-friendly appliances
IoT and other technological steps forward
Microwaves in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Microwaves an established appliance in German kitchens
Multifunctional microwaves become increasingly popular
Competitive landscape features strong representation of established brands
Energy efficiency is key for consumers when purchasing microwaves
Smart and connected features will gain share
Premium design and compact models
Refrigeration Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Expensive housing and rental markets lead to lower demand for new appliances
Longevity and efficiency are key factors influencing consumers’ decisions
Smart fridges become more sophisticated and accepted by mass consumers
New cooling techniques set to emerge in local market
American-style models become increasingly popular in local homes
Hotter summers will lead to Germans requiring larger refrigeration appliances
Air Treatment Products in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Post-pandemic purchase reluctance and perceived irrelevance lead to decline in air purifiers, while demand for cooling appliances is driven by climate developments
Players that offer multifunctionality, efficiency and high quality are winning in the competitive landscape
Shift towards e-commerce driven by direct-to-consumer sales and value hackers
Climate change, housing market and heat pump trends will affect dynamics within cooling
Raising awareness of the benefits of air purifiers, while investing in multifunctionality, connectivity and AI
Energy efficiency and “right to repair” are important for local consumers
Food Preparation Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
New functionalities increasingly common in premium segment
Popularity of juice extractors in Germany driven by health trends
Bosch and Thermomix dominate food processors
AI and smart homes set to push category’s development
Multifunctional options valued by consumers residing in urban apartments
Health and nutrition likely to gain further importance
Personal Care Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
IPL technology drives sales of body shavers, while multifunctional hot air stylers are substitutes for separate hair care appliances
Trust and convenience are important factors that shape the competitive landscape
Players’ own e-commerce platforms support increasing move online
New standards to shape body shavers and hair care appliances over forecast period
Recycled materials, “right to repair” and energy efficiency could gain importance
Beauty routines and escapism as potential opportunities to revive electric facial cleansers and other personal care appliances
Small Cooking Appliances in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Health consciousness maintains relevance in Germany
Multifunctional and space-saving solutions are in high demand
Ninja is disrupting the market with innovative products
Energy efficiency will be key for local consumers
New technologies and smart appliances will be in demand
Modern functionality at a low price is difficult expectation for players to manage
Vacuum Cleaners in Germany
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Vacuum cleaners characterised by boom in handheld and stick models
Smaller brands gain share in standard category, whilst robotic models are dominated by leading brands
Offline stores preferred for in-person evaluation while popular players increasingly focus on their on e-commerce stores
Floor types play an important role in demand for vacuum cleaners
Innovation that increases convenience set to drive development
Sustainability, energy efficiency and the “right to repair”
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Consumer Appliances
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- Built-In Major Appliances
- Freestanding Major Appliances
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- Built-in Dishwashers
- Freestanding Dishwashers
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- Built-in Home Laundry Appliances
- Freestanding Home Laundry Appliances
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- Built-in Automatic Dryers
- Freestanding Automatic Dryers
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- Built-in Automatic Washer Dryers
- Freestanding Automatic Washer Dryers
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- Built-in Automatic Washing Machines
- Freestanding Automatic Washing Machines
- Semi-Automatic Washing Machines
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- Built-in Large Cooking Appliances
- Freestanding Large Cooking Appliances
- Built-in Hobs
- Ovens
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- Built-in Cooker Hoods
- Freestanding Cooker Hoods
- Cookers
- Range Cookers
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- Built-in Microwaves
- Freestanding Microwaves
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- Built-in Refrigeration Appliances
- Freestanding Refrigeration Appliances
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- Built-in Electric Wine Coolers/Chillers
- Freestanding Electric Wine Coolers/Chillers
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- Built-in Freezers
- Freestanding Freezers
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- Built-in Fridge Freezers
- Freestanding Fridge Freezers
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- Built-in Fridges
- Freestanding Fridges
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- Air Purifiers
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- Portable Room Air Conditioners
- Split Air Conditioners
- Window Air Conditioners
- Air Coolers
- Cooling Fans
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- Dehumidifiers
- Humidifiers
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- Blenders
- Food Processors
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- Centrifugal Juicers
- Slow Juicers
- Mixers
- Other Food Preparation Appliances
- Heating Appliances
- Irons
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- Body Shavers
- Electric Facial Cleansers
- Hair Care Appliances
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- Battery Toothbrush Units
- Electric Toothbrush Units
- Other Oral Care Appliances
- Other Personal Care Appliances
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- Breadmakers
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- Espresso Coffee Machines
- Filter Coffee Machines
- Other Standard Coffee Machines
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- Hard Pods
- Soft Pods
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- Coffee Mills
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- Air Fryers
- Oil Based Fryers
- Electric Grills
- Electric Steamers
- Freestanding Hobs
- Kettles
- Rice Cookers
- Slow Cookers
- Other Small Cooking Appliances
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- Cylinder Vacuum Cleaners
- Handheld Vacuum Cleaners
- Stick Vacuum Cleaners
- Upright Vacuum Cleaners
- Steam Vacuum Cleaners
- Robotic Vacuum Cleaners
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Consumer Appliances
Consumer Appliances is the aggregation of major appliances and small appliances. Major appliances are an aggregate of the following categories: refrigeration appliances, home laundry appliances, dishwashers, large cooking appliances and microwaves. Small appliances are an aggregation of the following categories: food preparation appliances, small cooking appliances, vacuum cleaners, irons, personal care appliances, heating appliances and air treatment appliances.
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