SHOWER TIMER
▸ Reduce shower time with behavioural science
▸ Save water, energy and costs
▸ The future of responsible showering
THE POWER OF DAILY CHOICES
▸ Showers use the most water and energy in the home
▸ Shorter showers are one of the most impactful ways to save water and energy
EFFICIENCY MEETS SIMPLICITY
▸ Works with gas, electric and solar water heaters
▸ 2-minute DIY installation
▸ Bluetooth connectivity + App
SWITCH ON SAVINGS FOR WATER, GAS & ELECTRIC UTILITIES
▸ Showers timers have not changed in > 30 years
▸ Ideal for water conservation + energy efficiency programs
SHOWER TIMER FEATURES
AUTO-SENSING
Sensor automatically detects when water starts flowing through the pipes and starts the timer.
ADJUSTABLE TIMER
Large, easy to read LED countdown timer, displays remaining shower time.
COLOUR LED ALERTS
Colour LED visual alerts green at the beginning, halfway and end of the timer.
WARM UP DELAY
Add a delay before the timer starts if your water takes time to heat up.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
Recharge via the USB type C port with any standard USB charger.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY + APP
Sophisticated App enables all features to be customised. View historical use and calculate costs.
4 MINUTE SHOWERS
Behaviour change + the incredible power of daily choices
There’s nothing quite like a long, hot shower, but shorter showers are one of the most impactful ways to conserve water and energy.
There are great technological improvements in heating water - especially with heat pump water heaters but human behaviour remains one of the most significant opportunities for water and energy savings. When people embrace behaviour change the sky is the limit.
Did you know that heating water is one of the most energy-intensive applications, accounting for ~27% of total household energy consumption?
A standard showerhead uses around 2.5 gallons / 9.5 litres of water per minute. With an average shower duration of 8 minutes, water use alone is ~20 gallons / 76 litres. Children regularly shower for 15 minutes or longer, presenting even greater opportunities for water, energy and cost savings.
By choosing to have a 4-minute shower, each of us can make a significant impact to reduce our carbon footprint, conserve water and reduce household costs.
UNIQUE SHOWERSTAR FEATURES
AUTO-SENSING
Automatically detects when water starts flowing and starts timer
COLOUR + AUDIO ALERTS
RGB LED supports visual alerts and a speaker supports audio alerts at the beginning, halfway and end of shower
APP + BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
Configure, analyze water and energy costs, forecast savings
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY + CRADLE
Slide the ShowerStar out of the cradle and recharge the battery using a standard USB charger
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ENABLING SUSTAINABLE CHANGE FOR EVERYONE
At the heart of TouchGrid's mission is the development of smart, intuitive products that save energy and water without compromising convenience or comfort. From products that learn and adapt to users' preferences to efficient systems that monitor usage patterns in real-time, TouchGrid's products are engineered to maximize efficiency while minimising waste. Our leadership team has a combined experience of over 70 years and is responsible for the deployment of more than 8 million energy and water-efficiency products around the world.
By harnessing the power of data analytics and IoT connectivity, we provide users with actionable insights to make informed decisions about their resource consumption, changing their behaviour and leading to significant reductions in both environmental impact and utility costs.
TouchGrid is a pioneering company dedicated to revolutionizing sustainable living through innovative energy and water-saving solutions. With a focus on reducing carbon footprints, conserving water, and ultimately saving money for consumers, TouchGrid combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to environmental stewardship.
Our range of products is designed to seamlessly integrate into everyday life, offering practical solutions that empower individuals and businesses to make impactful changes in their resource consumption habits.
TouchGrid's commitment to sustainability extends beyond product development, encompassing a holistic approach to fostering eco-conscious lifestyles. Through education initiatives and community engagement programs, we empower individuals to take proactive steps towards a greener future. By offering practical solutions that align environmental responsibility with financial savings, TouchGrid is at the forefront of the movement towards a more sustainable world, one energy-efficient and water-saving device at a time.
HEAR FROM OUR USERS
A 'piece of cake' to install and we've been using it for nearly 3 months. The savings are much larger than expected simply by shortening the length of our showers. Our energy and water bills are normally staggering and it has paid for itself in under 3 months. Really impressive gadget.
Kathy Harris
Teacher and mother of 2 boys and a girl
I love this product. We nag our kids a lot less and they've learned a lot about how a simple decision to have a shorter shower can have a big impact. Ideal for families with kids looking for ways to save money and learn about conservation.
Allan Dalton
Engineer + dad of Angus and Brian
Really surprised by how much money we can save with shorter showers. We had no idea we were literally pouring money down the drain.
Audrey Canterbury
Nurse
This is such a simple solution that has taught our family to save water and energy. It's already paid for itself many times over.
Brian Larkin
Program Administrator
FAQ
Where do I install the ShowerStar? +
The ShowerStar should be installed onto exposed shower piping. It can be mounted on rigid or flexible piping.
Do I need a plumber or electrician to install the ShowerStar? +
No. The ShowerStar is designed to be a quick DIY install in only a few minutes. Simply mount the mounting cradle using the supplied cable ties onto the shower piping.
How long does it take to install a ShowerSaver? +
A typical installation will only take a few minutes. Simply fix the mounting cradle to the piping and once completed slide the ShoiwerStar into the cradle.
How do I configure a ShowerStar? +
You can set the timer period using the operation on the side of the product. To do more advanced configuration, view usage, analyse costs and forecast savings you need to download teh App to your smartphone.
How does the App connect to a ShowerStar? +
The App is installed onto a smartphone and connects via Bluetooth to the ShowerStar. The typical RF range is around 6-10 meters.
What is the battery life time? +
The battery will typically last for around 6 months. This depends on a few factors such as how many showers per day, the brightness and loudness of alerts and how often you connect the App to the ShowerStar.
6 months is a good rule of thumb assuming 4 showers per day. Fewer showers per day will result in longer battery lifetime.
How do you recharge the battery? +
The ShowerStar has a USB Type C connector on the underside. Simply plug in the supplied USB cable and plug it into a standard 5VDC USB charger.
What sort of savings can I expect? +
The typical payback period is 3-6 months, depending on the cost of energy, water and how long and frequent you shower for.
Typically larger families with children will have shorter paybacks.
Depending on whether you keep using the ShowerStar diligently a reduction of household energy consumption of ~7% and 15% in water consumption is achievable.