Human-machine interface for Thermomix® TM7

Human-machine interface

About the client

COMPANY NAME

Vorwerk

INDUSTRY

Household appliances

Vorwerk is a globally recognised brand known for its premium household appliances, including the iconic Thermomix®. Known for their quality and reliability, Vorwerk products serve millions of users worldwide.

Services

HMI architecture design
HMI software development
Quality assurance

Technologies

C++
QML
Qt
Qt Creator
Qt Desing Studio
Python
Robot Framework
Squish

Business challenge

Vorwerk, a global leader in high-quality household appliances, developed a new version of their renowned Thermomix® device. They aimed to equip the Thermomix® TM7 with an advanced human-machine interface (HMI). The newest model was to be controlled fully from the touch panel, without a physical knob present in previous versions.

The main challenge was to develop a visually appealing, smooth, and feature-rich HMI that would operate effectively on hardware with limited resources. The solution also had to lay a strong foundation for future development—building a scalable platform that supports new features and continuous product innovation.

The flexibility of Spyrosoft in organizational matters has enabled us to work together efficiently and smoothly. The collaboration was characterized by an exceptionally quick response time, which significantly accelerated our processes. Particularly noteworthy is the provision of highly skilled, eager-to-learn, and motivated consultants who have significantly contributed to the success of our product.

André Kaufmann

Management Culinary Device Software

Our role

From PoC to production

Our collaboration with Vorwerk began in 2022, starting with a proof of concept (PoC) phase to identify the most suitable technology. The Spyrosoft team showcased the potential of Qt as an HMI framework, which was later chosen by Vorwerk.

Scope of the work

Our responsibilities involved designing HMI architecture, developing scalable HMI software, conducting quality assurance tests, and ensuring smooth operation on constrained hardware. The focus was on creating a flexible framework that enables seamless collaboration across teams, supporting long-term scalability and continuous innovation.

A cross-functional team

We formed a dedicated team of experts, including:

Qt software developers,
QA engineers using Squish and Robot Framework,
a product owner,
a scrum master.

The team supported selected HMI areas. A Spyrosoft Product Owner and Agile Master joined Vorwerk to ensure seamless collaboration.

Spyrosoft experts took on key roles, shaping technical decisions and expanding Qt expertise within Vorwerk, enabling the engineers to further develop and scale the platform.

Service’s impact and benefits

Our collaboration with Vorwerk has led to a user-friendly and visually appealing HMI. The system’s architecture lays the foundation for efficient operation and allows for further development and updates. Aligning with Thermomix®’s high standards, the new TM7 interface provides an even more enjoyable cooking experience.

Collaborating with Spyrosoft has consistently been characterised by technical expertise and a strong customer focus. The roles of Product Owner and Scrum Master within the Spyrosoft team were perfectly matched. The Spyrosoft developers who supported our development teams distinguished themselves through their technical skills, perseverance, and commitment to quality.

Katharina Utzig

Senior Product Owner Culinary Device Software

Further cooperation

The Thermomix® TM7 launches in April 2025, and we continue
to be a trusted partner for Vorwerk’s TM7 roadmap.

Let’s get in touch to check how we could support your project

Przemysław Krzywania

HMI Director

pyw@spyro-soft.com