Consumer Appliances in Malaysia

Consumer Appliances in Malaysia


Inflation rates rose in May 2024 on the back of higher utility charges – the highest in eight months. Prices of food and non-alcoholic drinks were particularly hard hit by inflation in 2023, with the prices of staple foods remaining elevated in 2024. Retailers were reluctant to offer discounts as operating challenges persisted, in the form of higher labour and utility costs, and fluctuations in the prices of raw materials. The removal of the diesel subsidy in June 2024 also impacted inflation ac...

Euromonitor International's Consumer Appliances in Malaysia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2019-2023, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market – be they new product developments, format trends or distribution issues. Forecasts to 2028 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Major Appliances, Small Appliances.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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Consumer Appliances in Malaysia
Euromonitor International
November 2024
List Of Contents And Tables
CONSUMER APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Consumer appliances in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for consumer appliances?
MARKET INDICATORS
Table 1 Household Penetration of Selected Total Stock Consumer Appliances by Category 2019-2025
Table 2 Replacement Cycles of Consumer Appliances by Category 2019-2025
MARKET DATA
Table 3 Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 4 Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 5 Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 6 Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 7 Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: Volume 2019-2024
Table 8 Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: Value 2019-2024
Table 9 Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 10 Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 11 Sales of Small Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 12 Sales of Small Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 13 Sales of Small Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 14 Sales of Small Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 15 NBO Company Shares of Major Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 16 LBN Brand Shares of Major Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Small Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Small Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 19 Distribution of Major Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 20 Distribution of Small Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 24 Forecast Sales of Consumer Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 25 Forecast Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: Volume 2024-2029
Table 26 Forecast Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: Value 2024-2029
Table 27 Forecast Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 28 Forecast Sales of Major Appliances by Category and Built-in/Freestanding Split: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Small Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Small Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 31 Forecast Sales of Small Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Small Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Value-added features attract sales from younger consumers
Cautiously optimistic property market supports category growth
SAVE 4.0 programme encourages consumers to trade up to energy efficient models while distribution remains focused on appliances and electronics specialists
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Haier looking to build a stronger presence in the market through new product development and marketing
Haier launches innovative Instaswitch Upright Freezers presenting new opportunities for the market
E-commerce expected to pick up share thanks to sales events but store-based retailers will likely continue to dominate
CATEGORY DATA
Table 33 Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 34 Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 35 Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 36 Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 37 Sales of Freezers by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 38 Sales of Freezers by Volume Capacity: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 39 Sales of Fridge Freezers by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 40 Sales of Fridge Freezers by Volume Capacity: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 41 Sales of Fridge Freezers by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 42 Sales of Fridges by Volume Capacity: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 43 NBO Company Shares of Refrigeration Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 44 LBN Brand Shares of Refrigeration Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Built-in Fridge Freezers: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 46 NBO Company Shares of Freestanding Fridge Freezers: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 47 NBO Company Shares of Built-in Fridges: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 48 NBO Company Shares of Freestanding Fridges: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 49 Distribution of Refrigeration Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 50 Production of Refrigeration Appliances: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 51 Forecast Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 52 Forecast Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 53 Forecast Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 54 Forecast Sales of Refrigeration Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
HOME LAUNDRY APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Front loading automatic washing machines find favour but obstacles remain to the growth of home laundry appliances
Value-added features appealing to young working adults
Samsung extends its lead with innovative offering while new Skyworth brand hits the market in 2024
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Haier’s innovative auto-dosing and smart-control washing machines bring greater convenience to laundry
BNPL and zero-interest-instalments making home laundry appliances more accessible
Rental services making ownership of home laundry appliances more affordable
CATEGORY DATA
Table 55 Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 56 Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 57 Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 58 Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 59 Sales of Automatic Washer Dryers by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 60 Sales of Automatic Washing Machines by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 61 Sales of Automatic Washing Machines by Volume Capacity: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 62 Sales of Automatic Washing Machines by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 63 NBO Company Shares of Home Laundry Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 64 LBN Brand Shares of Home Laundry Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 65 Distribution of Home Laundry Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 66 Production of Home Laundry Appliances: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 67 Forecast Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 68 Forecast Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 69 Forecast Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 70 Forecast Sales of Home Laundry Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISHWASHERS IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Electricity cost, the long-term concern for consumers
Increase in SST and energy prices adds further woes for dishwashers
Young consumers’ reliance on food deliveries/take-out and food preparation habits dampening category growth
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Payment plans could improve access to dishwashers in Malaysia
Bringing convenience to the home could be a key focus of marketing as players look to win over consumers
Innovation and table-top formats could be key to growth
CATEGORY DATA
Table 71 Sales of Dishwashers by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 72 Sales of Dishwashers by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 73 Sales of Dishwashers by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 74 Sales of Dishwashers by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 75 Sales of Dishwashers by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 76 Sales of Dishwashers by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 77 NBO Company Shares of Dishwashers: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 78 LBN Brand Shares of Dishwashers: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 79 Distribution of Dishwashers by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 80 Production of Dishwashers: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 81 Forecast Sales of Dishwashers by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 82 Forecast Sales of Dishwashers by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 83 Forecast Sales of Dishwashers by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 84 Forecast Sales of Dishwashers by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
LARGE COOKING APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Financial pressures push consumers to cook more meals at home while payment plans support spending on large cooking appliances
Cautiously optimistic property market brings some positivity to the category
At-home cooking culture supports sales while new innovations support Rinnai and Elba’s leading positions in the market
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
E-commerce continues to show potential despite the strong position held by physical retailers
BNPL and zero-interest-instalment likely to boost growth while recovery in the local housing market presents new opportunities
Reliance on food delivery services and the growth in single-person households a potential threat to category growth
CATEGORY DATA
Table 85 Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 86 Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 87 Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 88 Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 89 Sales of Built-in Hobs by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 90 Sales of Ovens by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 91 NBO Company Shares of Large Cooking Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 92 LBN Brand Shares of Large Cooking Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 93 NBO Company Shares of Built-in Hobs: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 94 NBO Company Shares of Ovens: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 95 NBO Company Shares of Cooker Hoods: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 96 NBO Company Shares of Built-in Cooker Hoods: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 97 NBO Company Shares of Freestanding Cooker Hoods: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 98 NBO Company Shares of Cookers: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 99 NBO Company Shares of Range Cookers: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 100 Distribution of Large Cooking Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 101 Production of Large Cooking Appliances: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 102 Forecast Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 103 Forecast Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 104 Forecast Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 105 Forecast Sales of Large Cooking Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
MICROWAVES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Cautiously optimistic property market provides a welcome boost to microwaves
Misconceptions hamper the growth of microwaves while purchasing decisions influenced by rising energy costs
E-commerce sales on the rise but physical stores remain dominant
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Reliance on food deliveries services a persistent threat to category
Young consumers’ food preparation habits to aid category growth
Air fryers present a significant threat to microwaves
CATEGORY DATA
Table 106 Sales of Microwaves by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 107 Sales of Microwaves by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 108 Sales of Microwaves by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 109 Sales of Microwaves by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 110 Sales of Microwaves by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 111 NBO Company Shares of Microwaves: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 112 LBN Brand Shares of Microwaves: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 113 Distribution of Microwaves by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 114 Production of Microwaves: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 115 Forecast Sales of Microwaves by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 116 Forecast Sales of Microwaves by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 117 Forecast Sales of Microwaves by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 118 Forecast Sales of Microwaves by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
FOOD PREPARATION APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Financial pressures pushing more consumers to cook and prepare meals at home
E-commerce making food processors more affordable for local consumers while demand grows among mothers and working women
Healthy eating habits boosting demand for juice extractors and blenders
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Reliance on food deliveries services a persistent threat to category
E-commerce sales on the rise but appliances and electronics specialists remain dominant
Value deals and affordability likely to remain important for local consumers
CATEGORY DATA
Table 119 Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 120 Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 121 Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 122 Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 123 NBO Company Shares of Food Preparation Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 124 LBN Brand Shares of Food Preparation Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 125 Distribution of Food Preparation Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 126 Forecast Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 127 Forecast Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 128 Forecast Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 129 Forecast Sales of Food Preparation Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SMALL COOKING APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
New product launches and subscription services fuelling demand for pod coffee machines
Consumers switch to cooking and drinking coffee at home to save money, while air fryers benefit from focus on healthy eating
Effects of boycott on brands aided demand for coffee at home
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Coffee machines still full of potential
Reliance on food deliveries services a persistent threat to category
Multi-functionality cooking appliances and local traditions set to fuel category growth
CATEGORY DATA
Table 130 Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 131 Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 132 Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 133 Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 134 Sales of Freestanding Hobs by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 135 NBO Company Shares of Small Cooking Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 136 LBN Brand Shares of Small Cooking Appliances: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 137 Distribution of Small Cooking Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 138 Forecast Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 139 Forecast Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 140 Forecast Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 141 Forecast Sales of Small Cooking Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
VACUUM CLEANERS IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Hygiene concerns and an increase in pet ownership boosts demand for vacuum cleaners
E-commerce brands aids adoption of stick vacuum cleaners and robotic vacuum cleaners
E-commerce thriving with more players adopting an omnichannel sales model
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Influencers and digital content creators likely to be used by brands to strengthen their market position and popularity
BNPL and zero-interest-instalment plans likely to boost growth by making vacuum cleaners more affordable
PerySmith leads the way with it launching its new wet and dry Evobot T1 robotic vacuum cleaners
CATEGORY DATA
Table 142 Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 143 Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 144 Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 145 Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 146 Sales of Robotic Vacuum Cleaners by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 147 NBO Company Shares of Vacuum Cleaners: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 148 LBN Brand Shares of Vacuum Cleaners: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 149 Distribution of Vacuum Cleaners by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 150 Forecast Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 151 Forecast Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 152 Forecast Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 153 Forecast Sales of Vacuum Cleaners by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
PERSONAL CARE APPLIANCES IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Dreame making waves in hair care appliances
Value-added hair care products the way to consumers’ pockets
Laifen Malaysia extends its brand presence with its newly launch, Laifen Wave electric toothbrush
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Hygiene and beauty awareness offers growth opportunities for personal care appliances
E-commerce sales on the rise but physical stores still remain relevant
Influencers and digital content creators likely to play an influential role in the future of personal care appliances
CATEGORY DATA
Table 154 Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 155 Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 156 Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 157 Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 158 Sales of Body Shavers by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 159 Sales of Hair Care Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 160 NBO Company Shares of Personal Care Appliances 2020-2024
Table 161 LBN Brand Shares of Personal Care Appliances 2021-2024
Table 162 Distribution of Personal Care Appliances by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 163 Forecast Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 164 Forecast Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 165 Forecast Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 166 Forecast Sales of Personal Care Appliances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
AIR TREATMENT PRODUCTS IN MALAYSIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Energy-saving inverter air conditioners increase in popularity as energy tariffs rise
Heatwaves and concerns around air quality boost demand for air treatment products in 2024
SAVE 4.0 boosts sales of energy efficient air conditioners
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Air conditioners category becoming crowded as more players enter the market
Demand for value-added and aesthetically-designed cooling fans presents new opportunities for development
Rental subscription services could make air treatment products more accessible
CATEGORY DATA
Table 167 Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 168 Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 169 Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 170 Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 171 Sales of Air Conditioners by Smart Appliances: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 172 NBO Company Shares of Air Treatment Products: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 173 LBN Brand Shares of Air Treatment Products: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 174 Distribution of Air Treatment Products by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 175 Production of Air Conditioners: Total Volume 2019-2024
Table 176 Forecast Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 177 Forecast Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 178 Forecast Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 179 Forecast Sales of Air Treatment Products by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

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