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| The price of IKEA’s new smart home sensors (Myggbett pictured) has been lowered in some markets. |
In a move that makes smart home technology more accessible, IKEA has permanently lowered the prices of several key products in its newly launched Matter-compatible lineup across North America and Europe. The adjustments appear to standardize pricing across different markets and make the sensors and bulbs even more affordable shortly after their initial announcement.
The price drops affect popular items like the Myggspray motion sensor and the Klippbok water leak sensor, which are now cheaper in both the US and several European countries.
What’s Now Cheaper?
IKEA has adjusted the pricing for several products in its new "Home Smart" range. The changes standardize costs across European markets and reduce prices in North America.
The table below summarizes the confirmed price reductions for some of the core sensors:
In addition to the sensors, IKEA has also reduced the price of its new Kajplats smart bulb range in Europe, with entry-level models now starting from €4.99 instead of €6.99.
For Recent Buyers: If you purchased one of these products at the higher initial price, you may be eligible for a refund. Some customers in Europe have reported successfully receiving the price difference back by contacting IKEA's customer service. Others have used the store's generous 365-day return policy for unopened items to return and repurchase them at the new, lower cost.
The Bigger Picture: IKEA’s New Smart Home Ecosystem
These price adjustments follow IKEA's major announcement in November 2025 of 21 new Matter-compatible products. This launch represents a complete rebuild of IKEA's smart home system, focusing on three key areas: lighting (KAJPLATS bulbs), sensors, and controls (BILRESA remotes and GRILLPLATS plugs).
- A Focus on Matter: Every product in this new lineup supports the Matter standard. This is a significant development, as Matter is designed to make devices from different brands work together seamlessly. Whether you use Google Home, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, or IKEA's own DIRIGERA hub, these new products should integrate smoothly.
- Technical Backbone: The devices use Matter-over-Thread, a wireless mesh networking protocol that can make smart home systems more reliable and responsive.
- Full Product Range: To explore the entire new collection, you can visit the official IKEA page for new products. For independent news and reviews on the launch, German tech site Homekits offers detailed coverage.
Why This Matters for Your Smart Home
IKEA's strategy is clear: to lower the barrier to entry for creating a sophisticated smart home. By combining crucially lower prices with the universal Matter standard, they are solving two major pain points for consumers: cost and compatibility anxiety.
The air quality sensor (Alpstuga) that can monitor CO₂ and particulates, or the water leak sensor (Klippbok) that can help prevent costly damage, are now priced as everyday accessories rather than niche gadgets. As one commentator on MacRumors noted about the leak sensor, "That's amazing" when compared to the typically high cost of other HomeKit-compatible options.
What to Do If You’re Interested
- Check Local Availability: The full European launch for most products is scheduled for January 1, 2026, with some items like smart plugs coming later. Some products have already appeared for sale earlier than expected in select markets like the US.
- Confirm Final Pricing: While the price drops are confirmed, always check your local IKEA website or store for the final price in your country, as local variations can occur.
- Plan Your Hub: Remember that Matter devices require a compatible smart home hub to function. This can be an IKEA DIRIGERA hub, an Apple TV, a HomePod, or a supported device from other ecosystems.
With these price reductions, IKEA reinforces its position as a brand making smart home technology not just interoperable, but truly affordable for a wider audience.