"Seems like simpler appliances might be safer bets..."
I'd second that. Bought a used fridge with all the fancy digital displays—looked sleek but broke down within a year. Meanwhile, my basic stove with knobs? Still kicking after 8 years. Simpler usually means fewer headaches down the road.
I've noticed the same thing—those fancy digital panels look great in showrooms, but they're usually the first thing to go wrong. Had a tenant call me once because their high-tech dishwasher decided to lock itself mid-cycle... simpler definitely saves headaches.
Yeah, those digital panels can be a real pain when they glitch out. Had a similar issue with my fridge—fancy touchscreen went dark, and suddenly I couldn't adjust the temperature. Ended up costing way more than expected to fix. But I wonder if there's a sweet spot somewhere... like, are there certain brands or models that balance tech and reliability better than others? Curious if anyone's found appliances that offer modern features without the constant headaches.
I've found that mid-range brands often hit that sweet spot you're talking about. Had a Samsung fridge with all the bells and whistles—big mistake, constant issues. Switched to a simpler LG model (still digital but less flashy), and it's been trouble-free for 5 years now.
"Had a Samsung fridge with all the bells and whistles—big mistake, constant issues."
Haha, sounds familiar... I once splurged on a fancy washer-dryer combo with more buttons than a spaceship cockpit. It sang me a little tune when the laundry was done, but sadly, it also broke down every few months. Switched to a simpler mid-range model—no melodies, just clean clothes—and it's been smooth sailing ever since. Lesson learned: appliances shouldn't be smarter than their owners... at least in my case.
