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IKEA has come a long way from just being a provider of furniture. Since 2019, they have been expanding their product range with innovative sound solutions that also double as functional and decorative pieces for your home.
Leading this design shift is their VAPPEBY series—a collection of Bluetooth-enabled speakers designed for everyday living, both indoors and out.
Beyond sound quality, the series prioritises portability, features waterproof construction, and includes built-in lighting in select models, all while blending seamlessly into a variety of spaces.
With this addition, it shows IKEA’s ongoing commitment to making well-designed, multifunctional products accessible to everyone—this time, with music in the mix.
In the Spotlight: The VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker Gen 3
A crowd favourite and the highlight of this series is the VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker Gen 3. Designed with portability and versatility in mind, it’s compact, waterproof, and easy to carry, all while still delivering powerful, quality sound whether you’re at home or on the go.
With the optional handle, users have the option to hang it up or tuck it neatly into a bookshelf, nook, or bedside.
Available in black or white, it blends into any space and adds a subtle decorative touch without clashing with the rest of your existing furniture.
”Being curious about how our speakers play into everyday life, we found that our customers wanted them to not only work outside as well, but also create a feeling of cosiness, campfire, and entertainment”. — Stjepan Begic, Product Owner at IKEA
Audiophiles seeking a more immersive stereo sound experience can pair two identical speakers together.
For added portability, an ENEBY battery that is sold separately can also be added. This way, users will also have the option to mix and match colours.
The Gen 3 proves that great sound and intuitive features doesn’t have to come in a big package or a hefty price tag.
Equipped with Spotify Tap™ technology
VAPPEBY was the first line of speakers to feature integrated Spotify Tap™, marking the first-ever collaboration between the two Swedish brands.
This playback function offers a more personalised listening experience, allowing users to resume their music with a single press of a button, right from where they left off.
A second press prompts Spotify to suggest something new, curated to your listening habits and preferences. It might be a small detail, but it brings ease to everyday listening, whether you’re relaxing, working, or entertaining at home.
No more awkward silences, play or fumbling for your phone or interrupting the moment.
“At Spotify, we want to be a part of people’s habits, of every moment in their lives. I think we share that with IKEA, and Spotify Tap makes it much more simple.” — Nils Montan, Product Lead at Spotify
Thoughtfully designed from the inside out, the VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker Gen 3 reflects IKEA’s design philosophy, where form serves function and elevates everyday living.
Even after its initial release in 2022, the speaker remains a natural fit in any home with a design that’s as relevant today as ever.
The VAPPEBY Bluetooth Speaker Gen 3 is available online and in stores.
