LG SIGNATURE 29” WashCombo™ with AIDD2.0

Using a separate washer and dryer takes up a lot of space, and users have difficulty setting the appropriate washing and drying settings for each fabric, which can lead to fabric damage.

Existing all-in-one washer-dryers have been available, but satisfaction has been low due to poor drying performance or capacity limitations. In addition, there have been limitations in home washing for managing delicate clothing.

The LG Signature WashCombo uses an AI DD (Direct Drive) 2.0 motor that uses sensors to detect the material, weight, and degree of soiling of the laundry to automatically set the most suitable washing method and drying cycle. The more precise 2.0 algorithm optimizes washing movements compared to the existing DD to minimize fabric damage and prevent overwashing.

In addition, automatic drying conversion linked to washing allows users to finish with a single operation, which is convenient. The compact 29-inch size and dual inverter technology improve drying performance, achieving both space efficiency and performance.

In short, AI optimally performs everything from washing to drying with a single operation, which greatly reduces the burden of housework.

The main customers are individual consumers (B2C) who prefer premium appliances. For example, urban residents who want high-performance washing and drying in a small space, or families who handle a lot of luxury clothing are targeted. Some luxury hotels or professional laundry shops (B2B) may also adopt it.

Although the initial market will be limited as a premium product, AI washing machine technology can be extended to mid- to low-priced models in the future.

As LG Electronics is a top-tier global home appliance brand, it will be launched in major markets around the world, and integration with other IoT services is expected through smart home platform integration (ThinQ app). Competitors may follow with similar products, which could lead to the spread of AI washing standards.

It was praised as an innovation that improved the usability and sophistication of home appliances. It seems that the CES review gave high scores to the aspect of solving problems in daily life (saving time and space, protecting fabrics).

However, some have viewed the innovation as an exaggeration of the improvement of the AI algorithm, but it is generally positively evaluated as a truly useful innovation in the market.