My New Ikea Smart Lamp Is a Glowing Doughnut of Happiness

Ikea Varmblix Smart Lamp Pros

Beautiful doughnut design Works on tables and walls Durable, high-quallity ABS plastic Matter support for multiple smart home platforms Easy to replace bulbs Versatile color options Cons
You’ll need a smart hub, either one of your own or Ikea’s, to control this lamp The remote struggled to function well once I turned to app controls

When the CNET team first saw pictures of Ikea’s Varmblixt lamp at CES 2026, upgraded with new smart features, the common response was, “I want one!” Now I have one, and it’s worth the $100 price.



Ikea’s lamp is smart, stylish and feels at home.

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The Swedish furniture giant has created a fun, aesthetically warming light

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