WebAR vs In-Showroom AR: Which Works Better for Kitchen Retailers?

Two Approaches to Kitchen AR

Kitchen retailers can implement AR through two primary approaches: in-showroom AR on tablets and displays, or WebAR that customers access from their own smartphones. Each serves different purposes in the sales journey. Understanding when and how to use each approach helps retailers maximize AR investment effectiveness while delivering optimal customer experiences throughout the purchase process.

In-Showroom AR Capabilities and Use Cases

Showroom-based AR runs on tablets or large displays, providing controlled environments for design consultations. Key strengths include:

• High-performance visualization - Powerful hardware enables complex, photorealistic kitchen renders
• Guided consultation experiences - Staff control sessions, explaining options systematically
• Complete catalog access - Unlimited configurations and customizations available instantly
• Professional presentation environment - Controlled lighting and context for optimal visualization

WebAR Capabilities and Customer Benefits

WebAR delivers AR experiences through customers' smartphone browsers without app downloads. Primary advantages include:

• In-home visualization - Customers see designs in their actual kitchen spaces
• Anytime access - Design exploration continues after showroom visits, 24/7 availability
• Family involvement - Multiple household members review designs remotely
• Zero friction adoption - No app downloads required, instant access from links

The Hybrid Approach: Best of Both

Most successful kitchen retailers implement both technologies strategically. In-showroom AR drives initial consultations and design development, providing high-quality visualization and professional guidance. WebAR extends the experience home, allowing customers to verify designs in their actual space, share with family members, and revisit options during decision-making. This combination addresses different stages of the purchase journey effectively.

Implementation Recommendations

Start with in-showroom AR if your priority is enhancing consultation quality and conversion during visits. Choose WebAR first if customers frequently need to verify designs at home or involve remote decision-makers. Implement both for comprehensive coverage across the entire sales journey. Dagger Interactive develops both in-showroom and WebAR solutions for kitchen retailers, helping you select the optimal approach or integrate hybrid systems that maximize AR effectiveness throughout your sales process.