Ikea, known for its affordable furniture and Scandinavian design, is now aiming to disrupt the audio market with the Kallsup, a remarkably inexpensive Bluetooth speaker. Priced at just $9.99, the Kallsup debuted at CES 2026 and is now available for purchase in the United States, offering a surprisingly powerful audio experience for its size and cost. This new offering signals Ikea’s continued foray into consumer electronics following its partnership with Sonos ending last year.
The Kallsup isn’t intended to compete with high-end audio systems. Instead, it’s positioned as an accessible and versatile speaker for everyday use, or for creating a distributed audio system throughout a home. The speaker’s compact, cube-shaped design and low price point are intended to appeal to a broad audience, particularly those looking for an affordable way to add music to multiple rooms.
Despite its diminutive size – measuring just 2.75 inches on each side – the Kallsup has impressed early reviewers. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge noted the “powerful sound from the pint-size product” during a hands-on demonstration at CES 2026. TechRadar’s Josh Russell similarly described the sound quality as “better than it has any right to,” highlighting the speaker’s unexpected audio performance.
The Kallsup boasts a replaceable battery that provides up to nine hours of playtime on a 50 percent volume setting and it’s conveniently rechargeable via a USB-C port. While it won’t fill a large space with booming bass, Ikea has designed the Kallsup with scalability in mind. Up to 100 of the speakers can be wirelessly connected and synchronized, allowing users to create a whole-home audio experience.
Color Options and Availability
At CES 2026, Ikea announced the Kallsup would be available in white, pink, and lime green. However, currently, the speaker is only available in white and green on the US online store. The availability of the pink option remains unconfirmed. The speaker’s launch, originally slated for April, was moved forward, surprising many in the tech industry.
A New Approach to Affordable Audio
Ikea’s entry into the budget Bluetooth speaker market comes at a time when numerous inexpensive options are already available. However, the Kallsup differentiates itself through a combination of affordability, design, and surprisingly good sound quality. The company is focusing on both design and affordability in its approach to Bluetooth speakers, a shift in strategy after its collaboration with Sonos ended.
The Kallsup isn’t Ikea’s only new audio offering. The Swedish furniture giant also unveiled a collection of circular Bluetooth speakers with Spotify integration at CES 2026, starting at $49, emphasizing both visual appeal and audio performance. These speakers are designed to be statement pieces as much as they are audio devices.
The Kallsup’s launch demonstrates Ikea’s willingness to experiment with new product categories and challenge established players in the consumer electronics space. The speaker’s low price point and unique features have already generated significant buzz, and it remains to be seen how it will perform in the competitive Bluetooth speaker market.
Looking ahead, Ikea’s success with the Kallsup could pave the way for further innovation in affordable audio technology. The company’s focus on design and accessibility could appeal to a wider range of consumers, potentially disrupting the market and driving down prices.
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