How Much Do New Homeowners Spend on Home Appliances? We Calculated - It Costs $8,370
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Collecting the keys to your new BTO flat marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter! While choosing laminate finishes, tile designs, and wall colors usually takes center stage, the most seamless homes are planned from the ground up - with essential appliances factored in well before renovation begins.
Appliances like built-in ovens, hobs, hoods, ceiling fans, and water heaters require proper planning for electrical points, plumbing, and custom carpentry dimensions. Planning ahead not only creates a clean, cohesive aesthetic but also helps avoid costly alterations down the road.
So, how much do you actually need to budget to fully equip a new home? We wanted to find out. So, we listed 10 essential home appliances, decided to pick items from local home electronics brands Mistral and Mayer (since their stuff are on the most affordable spectrum, and are durable too), and made a cost tally of it. Ready? Let’s go!
Budget Overview Summary
- Kitchen (5 items): $4,915
- Living (4 items): $1,146
- Bathroom (1 item): $249
- Grand Total: $8,370 (or cheaper with promotional prices if you catch them)
Mayer MMSO17-RG Built-in Oven ($2,299)
A sleek, built-in combi-oven that transforms daily home cooking with 15 cooking functions and 32 automatic menus. Includes a 1.2L removable water tank for steam cooking, meat probe, steaming tray, grilling rack, triple-glazed door, cavity cooling, and self-drying/descaling functions. As of time of writing, we spot promotional price of $1,699 online.
Mayer MMGH278HI Glass Gas Hob ($699)
A reliable 78cm glass gas hob designed for heavy-duty cooking with high safety standards. Look out for the standout touch control timer of up to 180 minutes for precision cooking, full brass burners for superior heat retention, instant ignition, and easy cleaning. On the Mayer website, this glass hob costs $559 currently.
Mayer MMSI903OT Semi-integrated Hood with Oil Tray ($699)
If you plan to cook, a kitchen hood keeps your open-concept BTO kitchen fresh by removing smoke, grease, and odors from your house. Some key features include an ultra-slim profile, 3-speed touch controls, 3 charcoal filters, integrated LED lighting strip, and an oil cup/tray system for effortless grease cleanup.
It’s currently priced at $499 promo on the Mayer website.
Mayer MMFF480BI 466L Multi-Door Refrigerator ($2,399)
It preserves large grocery hauls evenly while keeping energy consumption low. A quick glance at its key features include: Dual Tech Inverter technology, All Zone Cooling, Metal Cooling interior, Convertible Zone, spacious Crisper Drawer, and Power Freeze mode.
You can use your Climate Vouchers to purchase this, and it’s priced at $1,999 (promo) as of time of writing.
Mayer MMRC4012IH GrainCraft 1.2L IH Fuzzy Logic Rice Cooker ($239)
Takes the guesswork out of preparing perfectly cooked, fluffy rice and effortless one-pot meals. Highlights include 3D Induction Heating (IH) technology, Intelligent Fuzzy Logic heat adjustments, 8 preset cooking functions, 3 texture settings, a 24-hour preset timer, and a durable 7-layer spherical enamel inner pot.
As of time of writing, we spot promotional price of $159 online.
Mistral Gust 48” DC Ceiling Fan ($529)
A central climate control and lighting centerpiece that provides year-round comfort for your living room. Features a quiet DC inverter motor, 9 speed settings, reversible rotation, built-in Wi-Fi compatibility with the Mayer Home App, and an integrated triple-color dimmable LED light.
You can use your Climate Vouchers to purchase this, and it’s priced at $329 promo on the Mayer website.
Mistral Flexa 16” DC Corner Fan ($379)
Offers versatile, space-saving cooling for tricky spots like kitchen corners, service yards, or study rooms. Comes with wall and ceiling mounting brackets included, 12 speed selections, Natural and Sleep modes, 120° horizontal oscillation, and 90° manual vertical adjustment.
Eligible for purchase with Climate Vouchers, it currently costs $239 (promo) as of time of writing.
Mistral ÉlanPure 16L Dehumidifier MDH1603DW ($499)
Combats Singapore’s high humidity levels to protect your furniture while creating a healthier indoor environment. Key features of this dehumidifier include 16L/day dehumidification capacity covering up to 32m², 4-in-1 air care (HEPA13 filter, Ioniser, UV light, and Activated Carbon), real-time humidity indicator, and Wi-Fi voice control via Google Home or Amazon Alexa.
It’s currently priced at $349 promo on the Mayer website.
Mistral Greenleaf III 14” DC Stand Fan MHV1424DRW ($399)
A high-velocity air circulator fan, the Mistral Greenleaf III standing fan was designed to keep air moving smoothly throughout open-plan living spaces. Look out for 24 fan speeds, automatic dual-axis 3D oscillation up to 90°, Normal/Sleep/Circulator modes, a 9-hour timer, night-light options, and smart Wi-Fi app connectivity.
You can use your Climate Vouchers on this item, with a promotional price of $229 spotted online.
Mistral Instant Shower Heater with DC Pump & Rain Shower MSH103 ($369)
An all-in-one bathroom solution offering a luxurious rain shower experience with robust built-in safety features. Includes a silent DC pump, UL-approved heating element, anti-scalding thermal cutoff, splash-proof casing, double-pole ELCB electrical protection, and an integrated rain shower set with hand shower.
On the Mayer website, this shower heater costs $249 currently.