SmartThings announced that IKEA’s newest smart bulbs, switches, plugs, sensors, and other products can now connect directly to the SmartThings platform. IKEA has recently a whole new wave of smart devices using Matter, so it’s great to see this open standard being capitalized on. Matter-over-Thread is a technology that helps smart home devices talk to each other more reliably and easily, and SmartThings has been an early supporter of this standard. This means both people new to smart homes and those with lots of experience can use IKEA’s products without extra steps or worries about compatibility.
The new IKEA lineup includes 21 different products. These are made to be easy for anyone to use and are priced to be more affordable than many other smart home choices. Many homes already have what they need to get started, because SmartThings hubs are built into newer Samsung TVs, refrigerators, soundbars, and more. This setup lets people try out a smart bulb or plug and then expand as they get more comfortable with smart home tech. SmartThings also has an AI Routine Creation Assistant, which makes setting up simple automations easier than before. For example, someone could use the KAJPLATS smart light with a BILRESA remote and set it to dim when starting a movie, or use sensors like TIMMERFLOTTE and ALPSTUGA to automatically adjust blinds based on room conditions.
Samsung Galaxy users can also benefit from these new sensors. The sensors can track temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide levels, which can feed into reports about sleep environments. This can help people get advice on improving comfort at home. For people who already have a lot of smart home gear, IKEA’s new devices give them more choices. The products are designed to look good and work well, and they expand what can be done with SmartThings automations. There are features for pet owners, too, such as using MYGGBETT open and close sensors to track when pets go outside or using MYGGSPRAY motion sensors to trigger a robot vacuum to clean up after pets eat.
SmartThings Family Care features work with these IKEA devices as well. The system can help families keep track of things like whether a door is left open or if there is a water leak with the KLIPPBOK sensor. People who already use IKEA smart home products do not have to start over. They can connect their existing IKEA Dirigera hubs to SmartThings using Matter Bridging. This lets them control current devices and add new features through the SmartThings app, mixing IKEA products with other smart home brands in one place.
One new technical feature is Thread Credential Sharing. This lets users join their IKEA hub to a SmartThings Thread network, or the other way around. The result is a stronger and more reliable home network for all compatible devices. SmartThings says this is the first time a global retailer has released such a wide range of affordable Matter-over-Thread products all at once. More IKEA devices will be added in early 2026, making it easier for people to build a full smart home setup.
People can use the new IKEA devices with SmartThings on Android and iOS, as well as on Samsung phones, watches, TVs, and appliances. The products have been tested for easy setup, steady connections, and reliable performance. IKEA and SmartThings plan to keep supporting Matter and Thread so that people can trust their devices will keep working together. IKEA says its goal is to make smart home technology more open, simple to use, and within reach for more people. The new Matter-over-Thread products from IKEA will begin arriving in January, with more details coming soon about the new devices, how to set them up, and ways to use them with SmartThings routines. The BILRESA scroll wheel remote will get official support in early 2026.
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