IKEA is expanding its smart home offerings with the European rollout of its new Bilresa remote controls, now available in sweden adn slated for wider distribution in January. The launch represents a continued investment by the retailer in the growing “internet of things” market, offering consumers simplified control of compatible smart devices. Priced under €7, individual Bilresa remotes and multi-packs leverage the open-source Matter standard for seamless integration with various smart home ecosystems [[1]].
IKEA has begun selling its Bilresa remote controls in Europe, expanding its smart home product line. The launch of these devices, initially leaked in 2025 and officially confirmed by the brand in early November 2025, offers consumers more ways to control their connected homes.
Currently available in IKEA stores across Sweden, the Bilresa remote control with two buttons is priced at SEK 79, while the version with a scroll wheel costs SEK 99. IKEA also offers kits containing three remotes in various colors; a two-button kit is available for SEK 179, and a scroll wheel kit for SEK 199.
Pricing varies by country. Using the Shop&Go feature in the IKEA app, customers can view prices in other regions. In Germany, the Bilresa remotes with dual buttons and scroll wheels are listed at €4.99 and €6.99 respectively, while the multi-color kits sell for €14.99 and €19.99. These prices differ from previously reported figures. In the United Kingdom, the kits with dual button and scroll wheel remotes will retail for £10 and £12, respectively. Unconfirmed reports suggest individual remotes with buttons and scroll wheels may be available for £3 and £4 each.
The IKEA Bilresa remotes are designed to control compatible smart home products, allowing users to turn devices on and off, adjust smart bulb brightness, or activate preset scenes. The devices work with the IKEA Dirigera hub and support Matter, a connectivity standard that enables interoperability across a wide range of smart home ecosystems. IKEA expects to roll out the Bilresa remotes to additional countries starting January 1, 2025, or potentially sooner.
