<\/span><\/h2>Here you can see the floor plan of our apartment:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe IKEA Smart Home products we installed are compatible with the Matter standard:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>Motion Sensors in the Hallway<\/span><\/h2>In the hallway, we installed two MYGGSPRAY motion sensors, each controlling KAJPLATS light bulbs (E27 with 1521 lm and E14 with 470 lm respectively).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tOur hallway \u2013 the motion sensor is located on the left above the door<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe motion sensor was simply clipped under the internet cable<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMYGGSPRAY sits in a mount that can be attached with adhesive strips or screws<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tE14 bulb in the center of the hallway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe motion sensor also works well when simply placed on a dresser<\/figcaption><\/figure>In the app, we configured the lights to be heavily dimmed and warmer at night, while during the day they switch on brighter with a cooler white light.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe light adapts to the day\/night rhythm<\/figcaption><\/figure>This allows us to move around safely even when half asleep, without stumbling. At the same time, the light automatically switches off as soon as no movement is detected \u2013 saving energy and keeping things calm.<\/p>
<\/span>WC<\/span><\/h2>In the toilet, we also installed a motion sensor and a KAJPLATS bulb (E27, 470 lm \u2013 perfectly sufficient). Here too, the light follows the day-night rhythm.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMYGGSPRAY motion sensor<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/span>Bathroom<\/span><\/h2>The setup in the bathroom is similar. In addition, we installed a BILRESA remote control with a dual switch, allowing us to manually turn on the light during the day if needed. The motion sensor\u2019s cooldown time is intentionally set longer so that you don\u2019t constantly have to move to keep the light on.<\/p>
<\/span>Children\u2019s Room<\/span><\/h2>In the children\u2019s room, we use a floor lamp with a KAJPLATS bulb (1055 lm) as a reading light. We usually control it with a BILRESA remote control with a dual switch directly from the bed \u2013 for switching on and off or dimming. Since it\u2019s a low Montessori-style bed, this saves us from constantly having to get up.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tWith the dual switch, you can dim the light: hold the upper button for brighter, the lower for darker. Tap the top to switch on, the bottom to switch off. Double tapping changes the light color.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tBILRESA remote control with dual switch<\/figcaption><\/figure>It\u2019s the only bulb in our apartment that not only supports the white spectrum but also allows color changes \u2013 which we find especially fitting for the children\u2019s room.<\/p>
Additionally, we installed another BILRESA remote control with a scroll wheel. Thanks to its magnetic mount, it is detachable and attached right next to the light switches by the door. This allows us to conveniently dim the lights and switch between the floor lamp and the ceiling light.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe remote comes with a magnetic mount for adhesive installation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe ideal place for the magnetic mount is next to the door alongside the other light switches<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/span>Bedroom<\/span><\/h2>Our bedroom contains both the baby crib and the changing table.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tOur bedroom<\/figcaption><\/figure>Above the sofa, we installed a clear KAJPLATS bulb (E27, 806 lm), which we can conveniently control from the bed using a BILRESA remote control with a dual switch.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tClear KAJPLATS bulb<\/figcaption><\/figure>Next to the light switches by the door, there is also a BILRESA remote control with a scroll wheel. We use it to control both the sofa lamp and three spotlights above the bed and changing table (KAJPLATS GU10, 575 lm).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe spotlights above the bed and changing table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tBILRESA remote control with scroll wheel<\/figcaption><\/figure>The remote controls have been a real game changer for us: especially at night during feedings, we can set the light very dim and warm and control it directly from the bed \u2013 a big advantage that helps soften the effects of sleep deprivation at least a little.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe scroll wheel allows dimming, and a button below switches between three light groups<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/span>Control Center and Voice Control<\/span><\/h2>For the sake of simplicity \u2013 and also for cost reasons \u2013 we chose the DIRIGERA Hub as the central control unit for our Smart Home.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tDIRIGERA Hub<\/figcaption><\/figure>As soon as Google Gemini is supported on Google speakers, we plan to purchase a Google Home Speaker for voice control. This would allow us to make spoken requests to the AI in the future \u2013 for example, asking for cooking recipes, which will surely be fun for the kids.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe Google Home Speaker with Gemini will be released in spring 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>Finally, I\u2019d like to briefly summarize what we particularly liked about the IKEA Smart Home with the new Matter-compatible devices \u2013 and where we still see room for improvement.<\/p>
Positive:<\/p>
Existing light switches could remain in place<\/li>\n\n Relatively low price<\/li>\n\n Remote controls and sensors use standard AAA batteries<\/li>\n\n Quick and straightforward installation<\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThese are the Matter-compatible smart home products we purchased from IKEA. A similar setup can be implemented for around \u20ac100\u2013200.<\/figcaption><\/figure>Negative:<\/p>
Remotes are somewhat difficult to open (you\u2019re afraid of damaging the plastic)<\/li>\n\n The MYGGSPRAY motion sensor does not have an integrated light sensor<\/li>\n\n MYGGSPRAY reacts with a slight delay<\/li>\n\n The scroll wheel on the BILRESA remote is a bit slippery (we prefer the dual switches, but they don\u2019t allow switching between light groups)<\/li>\n\n BILRESA remotes have a slight delay \u2013 the light doesn\u2019t respond quite as directly as with a traditional light switch, which makes operation less intuitive<\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThe devices are a bit inconvenient to open \u2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\u2026 but they use standard AAA rechargeable batteries<\/figcaption><\/figure>Smoke detectors and door\/window sensors can also be useful. However, since our windows are locked, this wasn\u2019t a priority for us. We use blinds to completely darken the rooms for sleeping \u2013 especially important with children. Unfortunately, they can currently only be operated manually and therefore cannot be integrated into the Smart Home.<\/p>
What\u2019s your opinion on the new Matter-compatible Smart Home devices from IKEA \u2013 or on Smart Homes in general? Have they been as much of a game changer for you as they have for us? For us, they noticeably simplify everyday life. Feel free to share your experiences in the comments!<\/p>
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