Despite the protests of your Ah Ma, automated laundry systems have become increasingly popular with the modern homeowner. But whilst Steigen is a well-known brand, not everyone has $1,000 to drop on one. Fret not though, for we at Uchify have done the shopping for you and found some great Steigen dupes for you to consider.
From motorised drying to UV sterilisation and app control, these alternatives will provide much of the Steigen value without sacrificing into your monthly bubble tea budget.
1. GoodLiving — Premium Pro Ultra
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Price: $899
Where to buy: Store website
Features breakdown:
- 40kg capacity
- UV light sterilisation
- Dual heaters with auto drying timer
- Anti-collision
A local eco-friendly company, GoodLiving differentiates itself from others by having a dedication towards high efficiency laundry systems that promise to consume as much as 32% less electricity than other brands—and that’s good news for both your wallet and the environment.
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Like Steigen designs, GoodLiving’s Premium Pro Ultra comes with UV sterilisation, alongside a quad-fan system that they say would dry your clothes twice as fast as regular automated laundry racks. And whilst it does not have app-control, it does come with remote control to retain the convenience of a portal control system.
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2. Yuhome — Airmax
Image credit: YuHome
Price: $679
Where to buy: Store website
Features breakdown:
- 50kg capacity
- UV light sterilisation and ion steriliser
- Quad fan module with heat dryer
- App control
Yuhome’s genius lies in taking reliable German technology and assembling them locally to give their customers great products at a much more reasonable price. These are pretty heavy-duty, being capable of holding up to 50kg of laundry, and come with a quad-fan module with a heat dryer to handle extra clothes too.
It packs a bonus trick up its sleeve: on top of the UV sterilisation, it also comes with negative ion sterilisers to make extra certain that your clothes are odour-free.
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3. Orlant — Smart Drying Rack X6L
Image credit: Orlant
Price: $899
Where to buy: Store website
Features breakdown:
- 45kg capacity
- Extendable rods
- Unique hot and cold airflow that promises to improve drying efficiency by 50%
- Tuya Smart Home-compatible
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If you want versatility of large extendable designs but in a compact size, Orlant might be the brand to go for. With a 45kg capacity and 2.2m rods, these are ready to handle heavy bedsheets and blankets. Bbut when not in use, it can be collapsed into a neat 1.25m x 0.31m form factor.
This is great for homes that have larger laundry loads, but can be put out of the way to maintain a minimalist look. It’s compatible with Tuya as well, so that’s a plus if you’re using that smart home system.
4. Xiaomi — M31C
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Price: $689
Where to buy: Store website
Features breakdown:
- 35kg capacity
- UV and heating
- Adjustable LED mood lighting
- Compatible with Mijia app
With the already long list of time-saving Xiaomi home appliances, well-known among Singaporeans, this Steigen dupe simply adds to the brand’s proliferation in the local households.
Whilst its load capacity is a bit more modest, it does come with the nifty modern features that you’d want from automated laundry systems, like UV sterilisation and heating. It also comes with adjustable LED mood lighting, which helps it double as a light fixture in your service yard.
Most importantly, it is compatible with the Mijia app, which is great for those who already have a Xiaomi gadget ecosystem going on in their homes.
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5. Mensch — Mark 1 Pro
Image credit: Mensch
Price: $638
Where to buy: Store website
Features breakdown:
- 40kg capacity
- UV light sterilisation and ion steriliser
- Cool and hot wind dryer with light indicators
USP: Feature-packed brand at a fraction of Steigen’s prices
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At only $638, you might be fooled into thinking that this Mensch automated laundry system is going to be a simple, pared-down clone of Steigen. But its unassuming frame and affordable price tag belies its suite of functions. Beyond the UV light and ion sterilisers, it also has variable temperature dryers that go up to 50°C. This is useful for those with delicate fabrics like silk or polyester-heavy clothes.
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It even comes with a timer that visibly shows you how long till the clothes are ready, which is a small but very thoughtful touch.
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Affordable Steigen dupes from just $638
The modern home is increasingly high-tech and gadget-heavy, but that doesn’t mean that you have to start emptying your wallet just to fill your new home with appliances. Hopefully this list of Steigen dupes shows that you too can get the most out of modern conveniences without breaking the bank.
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Cover image adapted from: Good Living Singapore, Mensch
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