# Compact Appliance Consumers seek smaller versions of traditional cookware for added efficiency. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Jul 9, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/compact-appliance ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.1/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Compact Appliance trend? **Compact Appliance:** Smaller living quarters mixed with busier than ever schedules has lead consumers to need more efficient food preparation, which is resulting in smaller, more efficient appliances. This shift from large-scale kitchenware to miniaturized solutions also supports the single consumer boom, which has begun to emerge. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 3 to Dec 27, 2016 - Published: Jul 9, 2014 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Compact Appliance trend ### Compact Appliances As living quarters shrink and schedules get busier, consumers are seeking more efficient and smaller kitchen appliances. ### Smart Home Cooking Consumers demand connected devices and appliances to help them cook more conveniently with their busy lifestyles. ### Modular and Expandable Appliances Modifying appliances to be able to adapt to different space and design requirements is becoming a more popular trend. ## What the Compact Appliance trend means for industry ### For Kitchen Appliance Industry The compact appliance trend is disrupting the traditional large-scale kitchenware and appliances sector. ### For IoT Industry The smart home cooking trend is driving the demand for IoT-connected devices in the cooking and food preparation area. ### For Modular Appliance Industry The modular and expandable appliance trend will have a significant impact on the kitchen and home appliance industry, with a focus on minimizing waste and being more eco-friendly. ## Trend signals for Compact Appliance Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 69%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 69% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Compact Appliance trend 4 featured examples from Apr 3 to Dec 27, 2016. - [Efficient Expandable Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-fridge): The 'FRIGID AIR' Compact Fridge Can be Augmented in Size (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The appliance manufacturing industry can explore opportunities in developing expandable refrigerators and other eco-friendly appliances. - [Personal Cookie Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidechef): The SideChef Oven Uses Pods of Dough to Bake Cookies Nearly Instantaneously (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The SideChef Oven showcases the potential for smart kitchen appliances that leverage connectivity and automation in food preparation. - [Compact Drinking Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drinking-water-purifier): The Magic 'Slim Sculpture' Purifier Features a Tankless Design (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Compact and tankless drinking water purifiers have potential for disruption in the home appliance industry. - [Compact Folding Microwaves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-microwave): The Wall-Mountable Kitchen Microwave Saves Space in Small Areas (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Manufacturers in the kitchen appliance industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of creating compact, foldable versions of traditional appliances to cater to smal… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)