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Ikea Vappeby Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Audio output power:?Battery life:80 hoursIP rating:IP67Bluetooth version:5.0Weight:?

Ikea Vappeby Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 69% of portable speakers
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 76%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

32%

7.0

Audio

20%

7.6

Battery

18%

9.3

Durability

16%

5.4

Connectivity

8%

4.9

Controls

3%

7.6

Design

3%

4.3

Smart features

â–²Better than 78%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Ikea Vappeby

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

32%

7.0

Audio

20%

7.6

Battery

18%

9.3

Durability

16%

5.4

Connectivity

8%

4.9

Controls

3%

7.6

Design

3%

4.3

Smart features

7.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Ikea Vappeby has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.9
Audio output power
?
Driver unit size
?
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
57 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 57 Hz which is lower than that of 54.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
80 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 80 hours which is longer than that of 100% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
?
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
no
This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
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IP rating
IP67
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
1 m
Market range: <0 m – >1 m
This portable speaker has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
top; side; front
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
no
This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
?
Height
20 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 20 cm which is taller than that of 76.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Width
?
Depth
8 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 8 cm which is shallower than that of 52.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.7% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Ikea Vappeby vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 68 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (80 hours vs 12 hours).
    80 hours vs 12 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Has a programmable button
    This portable speaker has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
    Has a user-programmable physical button.
  • 3 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (57 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    57 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 3 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (57 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    57 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 68 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (80 hours vs 12 hours).
    80 hours vs 12 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • Has a programmable button
    This portable speaker has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
    Has a user-programmable physical button.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 1 fewer multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has fewer multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 4.21x less popular
    Ikea Vappeby is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 7.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (20 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    20 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 4.21x less popular
    Ikea Vappeby is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 1 fewer multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has fewer multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 7.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (20 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    20 cm vs 12.4 cm

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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techradar.com
15/07/2023
Summary of the review
I bought this cheap IKEA shower speaker and expected to hate it, but it's excellent
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pcmag.com
30/12/2022
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby Review
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uk.pcmag.com
30/12/2022
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby - Review 2022 - PCMag UK
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stereoguide.com
10/04/2022
Summary of the review
IKEA Vappeby outdoor lamp speaker review
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au.pcmag.com
31/12/2022
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby - Review 2022 - PCMag Australia
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hifi.de
14/04/2022
Summary of the review
IKEA Vappeby Review: Bluetooth Speaker and Outdoor Lamp
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stern.de
03/04/2022
Summary of the review
Ikea 'Vappeby' Outdoor Speaker with Lamp Review - Stern
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20min.ch
21/05/2023
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby: Waterproof Speaker Review - 20 Minutes
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pokipsie.ch
17/05/2022
Summary of the review
IKEA VAPPEBY Review
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quechoisir.org
04/04/2024
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby 3rd gen review - Speaker - Que Choisir Ensemble
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altroconsumo.it
Test di laboratorio
Summary of the review
IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker, test and review
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fwd.nl
17/04/2022
Summary of the review
Review: IKEA VAPPEBY - Bluetooth speaker and lamp with a unique design
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consumentenbond.nl
Unknown
Summary of the review
Ikea Vappeby Portable Bluetooth Speaker
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Ikea Vappeby

  • Excellent value for money
  • Extremely long battery life of up to 80 hours at half volume
  • Compact, highly portable design with a built-in hanging strap
  • IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating making it great for shower or poolside use
  • Surprisingly clear sound quality and decent volume output for its tiny size
  • Supports stereo pairing if you link two units together
  • Quick and seamless Bluetooth pairing process

What customers don't like about Ikea Vappeby

  • Lacks physical onboard volume controls, requiring management via a connected device
  • Bass response is very limited or virtually non-existent
  • Audio quality can sound thin, reedy, or distort slightly at maximum volume
  • Sound clarity and volume drop temporarily if the front grille gets fully soaked with water
  • Does not include a USB-C charging cable or power adapter in the box
  • The single control button is limited and does not support multi-tap track navigation

Verdict

The IKEA VAPPEBY is an ultra-budget portable Bluetooth speaker measuring approximately 3x3x2 inches, weighing only 0.4 lbs, and built with a 3.6V, 2600 mAh internal Li-ion battery. Its main characteristics include an exceptional 80-hour battery life at 50% volume, a robust IP67 dust and waterproof rating allowing submersion in up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes, and support for wireless stereo pairing when linking two units together. The primary pros are its incredible affordability, compact lightweight chassis, convenient USB-C charging port, and a built-in hanging loop. However, its main cons include a lack of a built-in microphone for speakerphone calls, the omission of an included USB-C charging cable in the box, and a basic mono audio output that lacks deep, rumbling bass.

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