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Side-Hustle Appliances: The Household Heroes Working Overtime To Make Life Easier
Published Nov 15, 2023 • Updated May 4, 2026 - 4 min read
Side-hustle appliances can save time, cut clutter and make everyday chores easier, with smart fridges, auto-empty vacuums, multifunction ovens, portable air conditioners, 2-in-1 laptops and steam cleaners all doing more than one job.
Key takeaways from this article
A smart fridge can suggest meals, track calendars and help reduce food waste.
Auto-empty vacuums stay ready to use and clean more efficiently across surfaces.
Multifunction ovens can steam, air fry and bake without extra benchtop gadgets.
Portable air conditioners with dehumidifiers help cool rooms and limit mould risk.
Peter Simic (National Category Manager (Refrigeration)) says the Samsung Family Hub can suggest recipes and sync family calendars.
Seems like everyone’s got a side hustle these days. An extra gig to help boost the budget. And with value for money now front of mind for most, it’s little wonder that our household appliances are getting in on the act, too! From fridges and ovens that take on second jobs to streamline domestic duties, to air conditioners that also fight mould, meet the multitasking marvels working harder to save you money – and make life a little easier, every day.
Seems like everyone’s got a side hustle these days. An extra gig to help boost the budget. And with value for money now front of mind for most, it’s little wonder that our household appliances are getting in on the act, too! From fridges and ovens that take on second jobs to streamline domestic duties, to air conditioners that also fight mould, and vacuum cleaners that go beyond suction to incorporate intelligent cleaning technologies, meet the multitasking marvels working harder to save you money – and make life a little easier, every day.
The Fridge That Keeps Food Fresh And Manages Your Life
Household hero #1: Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator
This Samsung smart fridge is so much more than just a high-quality chiller. It’s like having a PA for your whole family. “With a built-in Wi-Fi connection, the Samsung Family Hub refrigerator features an app with over 180,000 recipes that can suggest meals based on your fridge contents. What’s more, it can also sync all your family calendars so you never miss a parent-teacher night again!” says Peter Simic, The Good Guys Buyer – Refrigeration. This kitchen hero helps you multitask too - you can watch movies while you cook or access the built-in camera when you’re in the dairy aisle to check if you’re out of milk.
Shop The Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator Here
“With a built-in Wi-Fi connection, the Samsung Family Hub refrigerator not only features an app with over 180,000 recipes, it can also sync all your family calendars so you never miss a parent-teacher night again!”Peter Simic, The Good Guys Buyer – Refrigeration
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The Vacuum Cleaner That Empties Automatically
Household hero #2: Shark Detect Pro Auto Empty System Cordless Vacuum With Auto-Empty System
Ever fired up the vacuum only to find it's already full? No worries, meet the Shark Detect Pro with Auto-Empty System. This intelligent vacuum uses four nifty cleaning technologies to tackle messes in your home. It adjusts power on the go, boosts suction in tricky spots, tailors cleaning to different surfaces, and even lights up hidden debris. With Odour Neutraliser Technology to keep things smelling fresh and the Auto-Empty System ensuring your vacuum is always ready for action, say hello to an easier and more efficient way of keeping your home spotless.
Shop The Bissell CrossWave Cordless Max Here
The Oven That Caters For Every Kind Of Cooking
Household hero #3: Westinghouse 60cm Electric Oven
This clever conventional oven comes armed with extra superpowers to do it all! There’s a steam function for the juiciest roasts in town, EasyBake mode to help you get a better rise out of your puddings and cakes, and a built-in AirFry tray, so you can enjoy irresistible crispy, crunchy fried flavours in big batches without the need for a separate benchtop appliance.
Shop The Westinghouse 60cm Electric Oven Here
The Air Conditioner That Wages War On Mould
Household hero #4: Dimplex 3.2kW Portable Air Conditioner w/Dehumidifier
You’ll keep your cool no matter what, knowing that this handy portable air-conditioning unit is also toiling away to prevent the menace of mould from invading your home. Armed with a built-in dehumidifier, this freestanding, multidirectional cooler will keep you sweat-free and fresh on the steamiest days while it extracts the excess air moisture that mould loves best. No need for a drip tray or drainage hose either. Just pop it near a suitable window and let the self-evaporative system take care of the rest.
Shop The Dimplex 3.2kW Portable Air Conditioner w/Dehumidifier Here
The Laptop That Turns Into A Tablet
Household hero #5: HP Pavilion x360 14" Win 11 2-in-1 Laptop
These days, work can be anywhere, anytime. So it pays (literally) to be ready for anything! Cue this versatile 2-in-1 computing solution that lets you do everything from hosting a Zoom call in your backyard to polishing up that presentation in the park – without having to double up on devices. Essentially two products in one, the HP Pavilion 2-in-1 Laptop combines the functionality of a powerful laptop (with multitasking grit thanks to 12th Gen Intel® Core™) and the portability of a touchscreen tablet, for all your hybrid working needs.
Shop The HP Pavilion x360 14" Win 11 2-in-1 Laptop Here
Keen to snap up a multitasking smart fridge or 2-in-1-laptop to lighten your load? Visit The Good Guys online or in-store for expert advice and the best range of side-hustle appliances!
