At a Glance
- Ikea just unveiled its own smart lights, sensors, plugs and speakers at CES 2026.
- Every device costs under $10 except the Varmblixt lamps ($100 and up).
- Matter-compatible sensors arrive stores this month; air-quality sensor lands April.
- Why it matters: cheapest DIY security system yet from a brand already in your home.
Ikea stepped into CES 2026 with a full smart-home line, not flat-packed furniture. Prices start under $10 and everything Matter-ready.
Varmblixt Smart Lights
Two new lamps headline the range: a wall-hung doughnut ring and a corner pendant, both color-changing via app or remote. Varmblixt starts at $100.
Kajplats Bulbs & Grillplats Plug
Eleven screw-in smart bulbs and a single smart plug let you retrofit any lamp or fountain. App controls looked intuitive on the show floor.
Security Sensors
Door, motion, leak, air-quality and temperature sensors all Matter-ready and under $10 each. Stack them with Apple Home or Google Home hubs.
Key Takeaways
- Cheapest smart-home ecosystem on the market
- No cameras yet, but full sensor suite undercuts DIY rivals
- Matter support keeps Ikea from locking you inside one app
Ikea’s 2026 leap could turn first-time buyers into smart-home converts before competing brands respond.
