Anova's decision to implement a subscription model for its smart sous vide features raises questions about the trend of requiring ongoing fees for once-freed functionalities of appliances.
CEO Stephen Svajian acknowledges that every connected cook incurs costs for Anova, although he doesn't clarify how Bluetooth usage contributes to these expenses.
Starting August 21, new users of Anova cookers will need to pay $2 monthly or $10 yearly for app access, while existing users are 'grandfathered' in for free.
The discontinuation of smart features for first-gen Anova models in 2025 is a significant shift, indicating a push towards newer models, leaving earlier adopters with limited functionality.
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