IKEA FYRTUR Blackout Roller Blind Review - Real User Insights

Name: IKEA FYRTUR Blackout Roller Blind
Brand: IKEA
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Works Well If...

You want IKEA ecosystem
Integrates with other IKEA smart home products
You use HomeKit
Works with HomeKit via DIRIGERA hub
You need blackout blinds
FYRTUR is blackout model for bedrooms
You want budget smart blinds
Around $150 - excellent value for motorized blinds

Avoid If...

You need custom sizes
Limited to IKEA standard sizes only
You have thick walls
Zigbee signal struggles through dense walls
You hate IKEA app
App can be slow and unfriendly - use HomeKit instead
You need instant response
Zigbee range issues can cause delays

Real World Issues

Home Assistant

State not always updated properly with ZHA
HA Community

General

10-15 second response delays with poor repeater placement
HomeKit Authority
IKEA app slow and unfriendly
HomeKit Authority
Zigbee range drops through thick walls, metal, mirrors
User reviews

Common Complaints

Limited size options
common
Cause: IKEA standard sizes only
Slow IKEA app
common
Cause: App design issues
Response delays
occasional
Cause: Zigbee range and repeater placement
DIRIGERA hub required
common
Cause: System requirement for smart features

Setup Pitfalls

Placing repeater behind furniture

Slow response, missed commands

Tip: Place repeater in open outlet

Not checking firmware updates

Inconsistent behavior

Tip: Check IKEA app for updates regularly

Expecting custom sizes

Blinds dont fit

Tip: Verify IKEA has your window size

Privacy & Cloud Dependency

Partially CloudLocal-only capable

Needs Cloud

IKEA app remote features

Works Offline

Physical control, HomeKit local

Data Collected

Via IKEA app

Privacy Concerns

HomeKit provides local control via DIRIGERA

Performance at Scale

Performance Notes

Zigbee via DIRIGERA. Rechargeable battery. Blackout fabric.

Known Limits

IKEA standard sizes only. DIRIGERA hub required.

Better Alternatives

Lutron Serena Shades

If: Need custom sizes

Made-to-measure options

IKEA KADRILJ

If: Need light-filtering instead

Same system but light-filtering fabric

SwitchBot Blind Tilt

If: Want to retrofit existing

Converts existing blinds to smart

Is It Worth It?

You need budget smart blinds

Best value motorized blinds available

IKEA has your window size

Excellent quality for the price

You need custom sizes

IKEA standard sizes only

You have thick walls

Zigbee range issues likely

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does battery last?▾

Several months on a charge. USB rechargeable.

Source: User reviews

Can I get custom sizes?▾

No, only IKEA standard sizes available.

Source: IKEA

Is it blackout?▾

Yes, FYRTUR is the blackout model. KADRILJ is light-filtering.

Source: IKEA

What hub do I need?▾

IKEA DIRIGERA hub required for smart features.

Source: IKEA

Does it work with HomeKit?▾

Yes, via IKEA DIRIGERA hub.

Source: IKEA