IKEA’s new Solskydd Bluetooth speakers don’t shy away from attention. Designed with Swedish designer Teklan, this trio blends form and function with a vivid, standout aesthetic. Each size small, medium, and large offers a different use case, but all three share one core trait: they’re meant to be seen, not hidden.
IKEA Solskydd Bluetooth speakers offer a flexible setup
All three IKEA Solskydd Bluetooth speakers follow the same rounded shape, but their dimensions and features differ. The small version is fully portable, while the larger two are wired units meant for more permanent placements. Spotify Tap comes standard, allowing for quick playback with a single press. Even better, users can sync multiple units together to create a fuller soundstage.
The small model measures 8 inches and includes a single 2.5-inch driver that peaks at 80.5 dB. With up to 25 hours of battery life and a bright orange checkerboard pattern, it’s the liveliest of the bunch. The medium and large models, at 11 and 18 inches respectively, step things up with tweeters and woofers, wired power, and stronger volume ceilings.
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Design makes the IKEA Solskydd Bluetooth speakers stand out
Teklan’s influence is all over these designs. The medium speaker wears diagonal stripes in green, brown, and beige, while the largest one is dressed in a textured orange fabric. IKEA is also offering plain white versions for those who prefer neutral tones.
The speakers aren’t just eye candy, though. Each one includes physical controls on the shell, and both larger models include three EQ modes for tuning the sound to your taste.
Spotify Tap and multi-speaker pairing boost value
A major perk of the Solskydd line is support for Spotify Tap. With one button press, you can resume where you left off or start a fresh playlist based on past habits. Multi-speaker pairing works across all sizes, letting you build a wireless audio setup without breaking format or color cohesion.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the IKEA Solskydd Bluetooth speakers:
- Small (8-inch): Portable, 2.5-inch driver, 80.5 dB, 25-hour battery, orange checkerboard
- Medium (11-inch): Wired, 1-inch tweeter + 4-inch woofer, 83.6 dB, striped design
- Large (18-inch): Wired, 1-inch tweeter + two 3-inch woofers, 93.6 dB, orange fabric
IKEA Solskydd Bluetooth speakers launching in phases
IKEA plans to launch the Solskydd series globally in December 2025. However, the US release won’t happen until January 2026. Pricing is modest given the aesthetic push and smart features. The portable version will sell for $79.99, with the medium and large models landing at $99.99 and $139.99.
Smart speakers with personality? IKEA thinks so
Plenty of speakers sound great. Few bother to look this good. IKEA’s Solskydd line isn’t playing safe, it’s splashing color on your walls and daring you to turn up the volume.
