US Consumers Remain Skeptical of High-Tech Kitchen Gadgets. Despite the growing trend of smart home devices and innovative kitchen tools in other parts of the world, the market for overly autonomous cooking tools and kitchen appliances has largely fallen flat in the US. While culinary robots like the Thermomix have gained popularity in Europe and other regions, American consumers have been slow to adopt these high-tech gadgets, preferring traditional cooking methods or more straightforward, user-friendly appliances. The lack of adoption raises questions about the appeal and practicality of these devices, which often come with hefty price tags and complex interfaces.


Overly autonomous cooking tools and kitchen appliances have largely whiffed in the US market. While culinary robots like the Thermomix have made inroads in Europe and elsewhere, adoption in the US has ...