High-tech, hands-off kitchen gadgets designed to automate cooking tasks have struggled to gain traction in the U.S. market despite their popularity in Europe and other regions. Unlike overseas, where smart appliances like the Thermomix have become household staples, American consumers have shown limited interest in fully autonomous cooking tools. Industry analysts point to cultural differences and skepticism about replacing traditional cooking methods as key barriers. The slow uptake raises questions about whether American kitchens are ready for a future of robot-assisted meal preparation.
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 ...
