# Countertop Kitchen Dryer Appliances The 'Morus Zero' Quickly Dries and Sanitizes Clothing By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morus-zero References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/morus-zero-countertop-tumble-dryer-13-05-2019/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/morus/morus-zero-ultra-fast-countertop-tumble-dryer-for) Traditional [laundry dryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-washer-and-dryer) require ventilation and ample power in order to be used, so the 'Morus Zero' dryer has been created as an alternative that is more eco-friendly, safer and countertop-sized. The tumble dryer works using Vacuum+ dehydration technology that will quickly dry clothing in just 15 minutes flat to eliminate the need for lengthy dryer cycles. The [ventless design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaceefficient-drying) of the dryer doesn't require any infrastructure to be set up and is easy to be installed just about anywhere in the home. The 'Morus Zero' dryer also utilizes [UV sterilization technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washing-machine-technology) to eliminate 99.9% of the bacteria in clothing to eliminate any lingering odors that might not have come out in the wash. The fabric protection technology will be gentle on clothing to quickly yet softly dry garments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Laundry Appliances:** The countertop-sized 'Morus Zero' dryer offers a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional laundry dryers. - **Quick Dry Technology:** The 'Morus Zero' dryer utilizes Vacuum+ dehydration technology to dry clothing in just 15 minutes. - **UV Sterilization in Home Appliances:** The 'Morus Zero' dryer uses UV sterilization technology to eliminate bacteria and odors from clothing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Appliances:** The appliance industry can explore the development of more eco-friendly and compact laundry dryer options like the 'Morus Zero'. - **Home Goods:** The home goods industry can incorporate quick dry technology and UV sterilization to enhance the functionality of laundry appliances. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can adopt UV sterilization technology from appliances like the 'Morus Zero' to enhance sanitation in medical textiles and garments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Clothing Dryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biny-dryer.md) - [Garment-Drying Laundry Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zera-lab-launbot.md) - [Smart-Designed Clothes Dryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartdesigned-clothes-dryer.md) - [Germ-Killing Clothing Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothing-care-appliance.md) - [Laundry-Drying Dehumidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meaco-dd8l-pro-desiccant-dehumidifier.md) - [Tubular Bathroom Body Dryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-spa.md) - [Multipurpose Home Heater Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alichome-y6.md) - [All-in-One AI-Powered Laundry Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-zeo-one.md) - [Handheld Garment Cleaning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-dry-cleaner.md)