Samsung Electronics announced Smart Home Savings, a new service developed with Hartford Steam Boiler (HSB), Munich Re’s powerhouse for technology-driven risk management services and a leading provider of equipment and appliance insurance. The service can help US consumers lower home insurance premiums by recognising the protective capabilities of existing Samsung home appliances connected to the SmartThings platform.
By opting into Smart Home Savings through the SmartThings app, customers allow participating insurers to understand the protective features of their connected appliances. Homes with appliances that can detect early risk indicators such as small water leaks may be recognised as having a stronger safety profile. With information about which connected appliances consumers have on SmartThings, insurers are aware that a household is equipped with smart appliances capable of identifying issues and notifying their users, enabling them to apply premium-reducing policy credits that result in lower premiums. This approach not only reduces costs for families but also demonstrates how technology can reshape home insurance.
Proven success with plans for expansion
In 2025, Samsung and HSB partnered with major US home insurers to pilot Smart Home Savings in Florida. While savings will ultimately vary by home, state and insurance company, early results show meaningful premium reductions for many households. Based on this success, Samsung and HSB are expanding the programme to additional US states and will extend availability to Europe and other global regions throughout the year. The programme is now publicly available for US insurance companies to join.
Aligned with the Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA) Insurance Interface Specification, Smart Home Savings is designed as a scalable, open and pro-competitive model, allowing multiple insurers and a growing ecosystem of smart home brands to participate. This approach fosters innovation, expands consumer choice and promotes healthier competition across both the insurance and smart home markets.
“Samsung is committed to delivering practical, everyday benefits through connected home innovation,” said Hyesoon Yang, Executive Vice President and Head of New Biz Team for the Digital Appliances (DA) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Smart Home Savings is designed to help households realise the benefits of personalised smart insurance and we will continue working with partners to expand safer, smarter living experiences around the world.”
“HSB, through our proprietary platform, is helping connect Samsung and insurers to give families access to both protection and affordability,” said Greg M. Barats, President and Chief Executive Officer of HSB Group Inc. “A connected home is a safer home, the early results are strong and we look forward to expanding the service with leading insurers across the US.”
