# Multipurpose Garage Door Openers The Ryobi Ultra Quiet Garage Door Opener System is Modular By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-door-opener-system References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ryobi-smart-modular-garage-door-opener/42630/) & [ryobitools](http://www.ryobitools.com/gdo/) The [Ryobi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iceless-power-cooler) Ultra Quiet Garage Door Opener System is designed with a modular aesthetic to help make it more like a smart garage hub than just a door opener. Capable of being mixed and matched with different accessories, the opener system can also work as a [carbon monoxide sensor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-door-repairs), air fan, parking assistant and wireless speaker. The design of the garage door opener is purported by the brand to be 20% quieter than the other openers on the market to help enhance the overall experience. The Ryobi Ultra Quiet Garage Door Opener System can be connected to [smart home systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-smart-home) via WiFi to allow for opening and closing remotely via the accompanying smartphone app. The system is set to retail for $248 with additional accessories for the unit starting at $44 a piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modular Garage Door Openers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a customizable garage door opener system that can be tailored to specific needs, such as carbon monoxide sensing, air circulation, parking assistance, and wireless audio. - **Smart Garage Hubs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing garage door opener systems that can function as a central hub for various smart home devices and integrate with existing home automation systems. - **Quieter Door Opener Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing garage door openers that are significantly quieter than traditional models, providing a more pleasant and peaceful experience for users. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Automation:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Integrating garage door opener systems into the broader home automation market, opening up possibilities for seamless control and enhanced security. - **Smart Home Devices:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Expanding the capabilities of garage door openers to function as smart home devices, enabling remote control, voice commands, and integration with other connected devices. - **Garage Door Opener Accessories:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Creating a range of accessories and add-ons for garage door opener systems, allowing users to customize and enhance the functionality of their garage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Camera-Equipped Garage Door Keypads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-door-video-keypad.md) - [Intelligent Three-In-One Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threeinone-smart-lock.md) - [Automated Gate Operator Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gate-operators.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myq-secure-view.md) - [Fully Integrated Smart Doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masonite-mpwr-smart-doors.md) - [Garage-Monitoring Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-cam-v3-garage-door-controller.md) - [Low-Noise Robotic Lawnmowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/husqvarna-automower-415x.md) - [AI-Powered Garage Security Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-security-solo-garagecam-c22.md) - [All-in-One Outdoor Maintenance Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yard-maintenance-robot-system.md)