House Digest's Best Of IFA 2024

For 100 years, brands and consumers have gathered to attend the world-renowned industrial exhibition, Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA), in Berlin, Germany. The massive event provides innovators with the opportunity to showcase products that introduce advancements in consumer electronics and home appliances. Technology enthusiasts and industry leaders alike can stop by to see what these products have to offer, network, and gain a better understanding of how new ideas are changing the electronics and home appliance industries for the better.

House Digest could not miss out on the opportunity to attend the event and report back to readers on the most impressive products showcased this year. From a compact composter for your kitchen to a robotic cleaner that makes pool maintenance less of a headache, these items really stood out among the many innovations at IFA 2024. The following round up includes the best 15 products showcased at the event this year. While reading through the list of brilliant products, you will likely find a few items that pique your interest.

You might already be familiar with digital picture frames, but you probably have not seen one as innovative as the 10.1 inch digital picture frame from Frameo. This high-tech product sets itself apart from the rest because it works alongside a smartphone app that allows you to send images directly from your device to the frame. The process is as simple as connecting to Wi-Fi, downloading the app, and uploading your photos to the frame. Users can really get creative with the features by creating slideshows and switching old photos out with new ones.  

You can have the whole family involved by inviting them as well. After guests are invited, they can get in on the fun by viewing the photos and reacting to them with emojis. The digital frame also puts any worries about security and privacy to rest because it is GDPR and CCPA compliant. This level of safety pairs well with the app's ability to allow users to upload photos to the frame regardless of where they are located. You could upload vacation photos while you are still out of the country. How cool is that? You can find this product on Amazon for $100.

Homeowners go to great lengths to eliminate odor from their refrigerators, so the Shelfy refrigerator purifier from Vitesy certainly a useful product. This item not only reduces odor-causing bacteria that stinks up refrigerators, but it also fights pollutants that cause produce to ripen. Once this item is placed onto a refrigerator shelf, fresh fruits and vegetables will not spoil as quickly. The Shelfy extends the self life of produce by up to 12 days. Its bacteria-frighting abilities are rather impressive, too. The device decreases 99% of bacteria in a refrigerator within only 10 minutes.

The amount of money customers would save not having to dispose of nearly as much produce might just help offset the price of this product, which is listed for $179.00. Anyone looking to live a more environmentally-conscious lifestyle might be a fan of Vitesy's sustainability-driven mission. The company aims to help people improve the health of their environments, and by cutting down on food waste and pollutants, the Shelfy refrigerator purifier does just that. 

The home composter from GEME for $899.99 stood out among the many products at IFA 2024 because it speeds up the lengthy process of turning your food scraps into fertilizer. This product works 100 times faster than traditional composting methods most gardeners are used to. It is also the world's first bio waste composter, powered by microbes rather than dehydration. More specifically, microbes (GEME Kobold) break down food scraps within the GEME home composter in only 6 to 8 hours. This item works similar to a trash can, meaning you can simply dump your produce scraps inside without having to worry about pressing any buttons or changing a filter. 

Although the GEME home composter does not take up more room than a trash can, it can hold up to 19 liters of food scraps. When the composter does fill up, simply remove the contents. You do not have to worry about a complicated cleaning and maintenance process. 

If you own a pet, you know just how difficult it can be to get them clean. Many animals do not enjoy being washed up or properly groomed, but it is an essential part of keeping them healthy. Luckily, the NELLO Air Shower & Pet Dryer from Cuckoo Electronics America for $999.99 makes the process a lot easier. After you place your pet inside of the machine, the Air Shower feature blows air in all directions to help remove debris, like dust and dirt from the animal's fur. This way, you can get your furry friend clean in between washes without using water.

There is no need to worry about how to get your pet inside of the NELLO Air Shower & Pet Dryer without a fuss, because the product includes a training guide to help you make your animal comfortable with the machine. It also includes voice instructions to walk you through how to use the product as well. When it is time to clean the machine, you can easily disassemble the parts to remove grime. In order to fit inside of the NELLO Air Shower & Pet Dryer, pets must be no more than 18 pounds, 14 inches tall, and 18 inches wide. 

Lawnmowing is arguably one of the most frustrating tasks required to maintain a home. Even if you are one of the many homeowners who cannot stand cutting grass, the Roboticmower A2 from Dreame might just make the task your new favorite chore. This little robotic mower packs a powerful punch with Dreame's OmniSense 2.0 technology along with dual-fusion mapping, which uses AI to help create boundaries and the layout of your lawn for accurate mowing. The A2 also will avoid obstacles in its path using Dreame's 3D Omnidirectional features. Concerned about how it will do with edging? Dreame's EdgeMaster boasts an impressive less-than-5 cm disc-to-edge distance.  

And if your yard is on a slope, there is no worry there, either. The Roboticmower A2 can climb to angles of 26.5 degrees, or 50 percent. Covering a span of more than 30,000 square feet, the A2 is sure to make mowing a chore you'll grow to enjoy.

It is easy to make dangerous mistakes when cleaning a pool yourself. From slipping and falling into the water to using the wrong tools, there is so much that can go wrong. Thankfully, the Scuba X1 Pro from Aiper completely reimagines the usually-daunting task. Thanks to this product's OmniSense+ Ultrasonic Sensors, it has 360 degree sensing capabilities that allow it to map pools up to 2,000 square feet. You can also be sure that the device cleans your pool from one corner to the next with its FlexiPath Smart Path Planning, which maximizes cleaning coverage.

This small-but-mighty device even includes a Quad-Core Intelligent Chip that helps to enhance its performance. If you are hesitant to give the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro a try, you should know that it comes with a two-year warranty and can be returned free of charge. The high-tech gadget is priced at $1,399.00.

The Carpet One Cruiser from Tineco for $699 is one of House Digest's favorites from IFA 2024 because it is not your typical carpet cleaner. This product includes built-in sensors that detect motion to make it easier for you to push and pull it across the floor. You can choose whichever assistance level is appropriate for the height of your carpet. The Tineco Carpet One Cruiser also puts less stress on your arm and wrist because the water tanks are located right on top of the brush head. With traditional carpet cleaning machines, the water tanks are typically attached to bottom half of the handle, meaning users must support that weight when pushing and pulling the product.

Another feature that sets the Carpet One Cruiser apart from the rest is its PowerDry setting. After the machine wets and washes your carpet, you can turn on PowerDry to send air that is heated to 167 degrees Fahrenheit to dry any remaining moisture right up. The product's self-cleaning brush roller makes maintenance super easy, too. This feature cleans the brush in only two minutes, and dries it using heated air in just five minutes. 

One of the best ways to protect your home from intruders is to install security cameras. This might just deter them altogether, but if not, you will have footage to show to law enforcement. These cameras also allow you to simply monitor what is going on throughout your property. However, to enjoy these benefits to the fullest, it is important to choose the right one. The Altas PT Ultra camera from Reolink will likely give you more peace of mind than most security cameras because it continuously records in crystal clear 4K.

It can also swivel around a full 360 degrees, ensuring that nothing is out of its field of view. This high-tech security camera continuously records for eight days at a time. These impressive features are made possible with the help of a 20,000mAh battery. With all of these unique perks, it is perhaps no surprise that the Altas PT Ultra is the industry-leading 4K continuous recording battery camera. This product will be available on the market starting Sept. 25.

Robot vacuums have become increasingly popular in recent years, but most are not nearly as innovative as the SL60D-LDS90 Lidar navigation robot vacuum cleaner from Lubluelu for $169.99. This item outshined many of the products shown at IFA 2024 thanks to its mind-blowing features, including voice command programming, smart navigation technology, and two-in-one mopping and vacuuming power. Through the use of LDS 9.0 Lidar mapping and SLAM navigation, the device can create maps for multiple rooms throughout your home. 

Once the vacuum creates these guides, it can follow them to clean rooms without running over obstacles or knocking into furniture. It even effortlessly transitions from hard flooring to carpet thanks to its detection abilities. For even more control over the Lubluelu SL60D-LDS90 Lidar, you may download an app to monitor the device while it does the floor cleaning for you. You can program either Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to record voice commands to operate the vacuum as well. 

Skip out on hitting the cinema and turn your living room into a much cozier movie theatre with the K3/K3 Projector Pro from Yaber Entertainment Projector. This device displays video in 1600 ANSI Lumens and 1080P, so you can be sure that your favorite movies and TV shows are bright and clear. Unlike with many projectors, you do not have to use separate speakers with this item to enjoy enhanced sound quality. This product includes built-in Dual 15W JBL Stereo Speakers with Dolby Audio and subwoofer. 

Even those who are not the most tech savvy should not struggle operating this device because it includes auto focus, auto keystone correction, and intelligent screen alignment features that make it easier for you to achieve the perfect display. The Yaber K3/K3 Pro is also a step above other projectors thanks to its CoolSwift cooling technology. A U-shaped heat sink and high-performance cooling chips prevent the device from overheating. This high-quality projector is listed for $499.99.

If you have always wanted to start your garden but do not have a large yard, Balconyfarm Duo from Balconyfarm might just be the product you have been looking for. These in-window capillary seedbed structures make it possible for you to grow plants indoors, even if you have very limited space. The DUO includes two levels, and holds a total of 32 plants. Balconyfarm takes care of cultivating the seedlings and delivering them to your home, so you only have to worry about installing them in an appropriately-sized curtain wall window.

Once you receive your plants, you can register them on the Balconyfarm app, which delivers information to help you maintain their health. You can connect with other Balconyfarm plant owners on the app as well. There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to plants to grow in the Balconyfarm Duo, including sweet basil, chamomile, lettuce, and more.

Routine sweeping and mopping can get tedious. Thankfully, products like the  Hizero F600 from Hizero make the process a whole lot easier. This innovate combination broom and mop sucks up debris while mopping away grime simultaneously. The product's roller brush and water tank make this possible. To use the Hizero F600, simply fill the bottom half of the tank with water and 6 milliliters of the HIZERO cleaning solution. After reattaching the tank, turn the product on, grab the handle, and use a pushing and pulling motion to guide it across your floor.

It is easy to pull the handle down to make it possible to reach under furniture and other small spaces. This product really is that simple to use. Just remember to move any sharp objects out of the way as they can damage the Hizero F600. When you are done using the combination broom and mop, empty the dirty water and place it back on the charger so that it is ready for the next use. The Hizero F600 is also great because it is super easy to clean and maintain. When it is time to give it a good deep clean, simply disassemble the bottom components and wipe them with a damp cloth.

Wouldn't it be nice if your vacuum did half of the work for you? Believe it or not, for $499.99, the Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System vacuum from Shark does just that. It includes PowerDetect technology that can detect dirt that has sunk down deep into carpet, when it's switched to a different floor type, and barriers like corners and edges. Once this vacuum detects any of this information, it adjust its functioning accordingly. If the product picks up on hidden dirt, for example, it may intensify its grip to suck that grime right up. 

You also do not have to worry about odors building up inside of the advanced cordless vacuum over time because Odor Neutralizer Technology and its ability to lock away almost 100% of allergens. With all of these amazing features, this vacuum was easily among the most impressive products on display at IRA 2024.

Another innovative robot vacuum that made House Digest's Best of IFA 2024 list is the Freo Z Ultra from Narwal. This product is unique because the round robot vacuum-mop charges within an all-in-one base station. This station automatically dispenses the right amount of detergent as needed, cleans and dries the vacuum's mop pads, automatically exchanges dirty mop water out with clean water, and more. It even sterilizes the water that is used for mopping. The Narwal Freo Z Ultra is perfect for homes that collect a lot of dust because the base station sucks this debris out of the vacuum and compresses it into a dust bag where it can be stored for 120 days at a time.

As for the vacuum itself, this component can map its surroundings in only 6 minutes, so it quickly masters how to navigate each room in your home. It also includes dual 1,600 by 1,200 high-resolution cameras that allow the robot to detect objects that should be avoided and areas that require cleaning. You can use the Narwal app to control this process and operate the Narwal Freo Z Ultra from your phone.

The LG Tiiun mini is another pick that is perfect for those who do not have enough yard space for an outdoor garden. This product includes lights that hang above your seeds to help you grow lush and healthy plants right inside your home. The LG Tiiun mini includes seed kits and plant supplements to ensure that you have exactly what you need to get started. You do not even have to purchase your own soil as this product can grow plants and vegetables without it. 

You can expect to see plant growth within the LG Tiiun mini in only four to eight weeks, depending on what you're growing. With the help of LG's Inverter Compressor, this innovative product's Flexible Weather Control System changes the temperature surrounding the plants as needed. As if all of this was not impressive enough, you can also use the LG ThinQTM app to help you throughout the plant growing process.