Beko introduces FlexiStart to automate appliance energy usage
Beko has integrated the FlexiStart feature into its HomeWhiz app, allowing users to schedule appliance operations based on fluctuating electricity prices.
Beko has launched FlexiStart, a new software feature within its HomeWhiz application designed to reduce household energy costs. The tool enables compatible appliances, such as washing machines and dishwashers, to automatically run cycles during off-peak hours when electricity prices are lower.
As energy grids increasingly rely on intermittent renewable sources, utilities are facing higher demand volatility. By shifting appliance loads to times of lower grid stress, the system aims to help users reduce their utility bills while contributing to more balanced electrical demand.
This functionality requires appliances to be connected to the HomeWhiz platform via a home network. The introduction of FlexiStart reflects a broader industry movement toward smart home connectivity as a tool for managing energy consumption in response to real-time market data.