10 Tips to Upgrade Your Bathroom to a Smart Bathroom

A smart bathroom uses connected devices and adjustable controls to make everyday routines more convenient. Start with features you will actually use: voice control, toilet-seat warming, mirror displays, shower and faucet controls, or heated floors. The ten ideas below also cover soaking tubs, laundry appliances, smart scales, and privacy glass, with capabilities that depend on the products you choose.

Smart Bathroom Trends for 2022

Smart home devices can add convenience to daily life. The bathroom may not be the first room you think of automating, but connected technology can offer practical ways to customize routines, from temperature control to water management. Energy and water benefits depend on the equipment and how it is used, rather than being automatic results of an upgrade.

The following ideas reflect the smart bathroom options discussed in the original 2022 article. Consider which features would improve your own routine rather than assuming every device is necessary.

1. Voice control in the bathroom

Digital assistants such as Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri can work with compatible bathroom devices to provide a less hands-on experience. Depending on the connected equipment, a voice command could start filling a bath or preheat a toilet seat.

Voice control can make supported functions easier to use, but check that the assistant and the bathroom device work together before planning around a particular command.

2. Smart toilets

Smart toilets can offer features such as seat warming, ambient lighting, touchless operation, and self-cleaning functions. These features vary by model; do not assume that every smart toilet takes up less space or provides the same cleaning performance.

Some models also offer Bluetooth speakers or Wi-Fi connectivity for music. Compare the dimensions, cleaning requirements, and functions you want rather than treating a smart toilet as an essential upgrade or a guaranteed investment benefit.

3. Interactive LED mirrors

Smart mirrors bring display technology into the home to support morning and evening routines. Integrated LED lighting can help illuminate skincare and makeup tasks.

Depending on the model and its connected services, a built-in display may show news, weather, traffic information, or calendar appointments. Choose the display and lighting features that would be useful in your bathroom rather than assuming every mirror includes them all.

4. Smart showers

Smart showers can offer digital controls for setting water temperature instead of relying only on a conventional knob. Some systems also include water-use monitoring.

Compare how a system controls temperature and what its monitoring features actually report. Temperature consistency and any water-use benefit depend on the product, installation, and use; smart controls should not be treated as a guarantee of safety or savings.

5. Soaking tubs

If you enjoy a long soak, a connected bathtub can add control and customization to bath time. Compatible voice controls may help start filling the tub, while music and scented candles can be separate parts of the setting.

Some tub systems offer hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, or temperature-control features. Check the functions of the particular tub and controls you are considering, and treat them as comfort options rather than promises of therapeutic results.

6. Smart washer and dryer

For a bathroom that includes laundry appliances, smart washers and dryers can offer features such as automatic detergent dosing and connected controls. Available settings and dosing functions vary between appliances.

Compare water- and energy-use features for the specific models under consideration. Appropriate settings can support garment care, but a connected appliance cannot guarantee that clothing will never be damaged.

7. Smart water faucets

Smart faucets may include temperature displays, water-use controls, touchless activation, or preset temperature settings. touchless operation lets you wash your hands without manually operating the faucet each time, reducing the need to touch its controls.

Select the combination of controls that suits your routine. Water and energy efficiency depend on the particular faucet and how it is used; touchless operation alone does not guarantee reduced consumption or prevent the spread of germs.

8. Smart scales

A smart scale can help you follow trends during a training or weight-management program. Depending on the model, it may report BMI and estimates of muscle mass or body fat in addition to weight. These readings should not be treated as a complete picture of health.

Some scales can sync with compatible fitness trackers or apps. If you want to view tracker information alongside scale readings, check compatibility rather than assuming that the scale itself measures every health parameter.

9. Floor heating system

Floor heating can make bathroom floors more comfortable and provide heat across the floor rather than from a wall-mounted radiator. It can also leave more wall space available.

Performance depends on the system and installation. Compare the controls and suitability for your bathroom rather than assuming floor heating always uses less electricity, warms the entire home, or responds faster than other heating options.

10. Adjustable privacy glass

Switchable privacy glass can change from a transparent appearance to a frosted or opaque appearance, depending on the product. This can support a sense of space and natural light while offering privacy when needed.

Some systems may work with switches, voice controls, movement sensors, or remote controls. Check which controls are supported and whether the chosen glass provides the privacy you need. If using opaque glass as a projection surface is part of your plan, verify that capability for the particular product rather than assuming it is standard.

Planning a Smart Bathroom

When planning a bathroom renovation, focus on the technology that fits your daily routine. Compare the functions, compatibility, and installation requirements of the devices you want before deciding which smart features belong in the room.