IKEA Timmerflotte in practical testing: New Matter sensor for temperature and humidity in everyday life

IKEA Timmerflotte tested: IKEA's new temperature and humidity sensor is currently one of the cheapest smart home sensors available. Matter support. I tested the sensor in everyday use and checked how easy the IKEA Timmerflotte is to set up, how reliably it measures temperature and humidity, and how well it is suited for smart home automation.

What is the IKEA timer fleet?

The recently introduced IKEA Timmerflotte is a compact Temperature and humidity sensor, which about Matter over Thread IKEA communicates. It clearly positions it as an affordable entry point into cross-platform sensor technology.

Technical specifications at a glance:

• Measurement of temperature and relative humidity
• Radio standard: Matter (Thread)
• Operation with 2 x AAA batteries
• Integrated display for showing measured values
• Significantly cheaper than comparable sensors

Setup & Installation with Matter Hub

For the operation, a Matter-enabled hub with Thread-Border router Required devices include, for example, Apple HomePod mini, Apple TV, Google Nest Hub, Homey, or SmartThings. In my case, it's an Aqara Smart Hub M200.

IKEA Timmerflotte furniture set put to the test:

To set up the IKEA Timmerflotte First, the The case bottom was opened with a screwdriver. will be. For the operation will be two AAA batteries or AAA rechargeable batteries needed not included in the scope of delivery are.

• After inserting the batteries, the sensor automatically moves into the Pairing mode. In this state, the timer fleet can be equipped with a Matter-enabled hub be connected.
• The active pairing mode is indicated by the flashing status indicator the sensor is clearly identifiable.
• In the Aqara app, select "Add Matter device" and scan the Matter code from the back of the sensor.
• Select room, change the name of the temperature and humidity measurement if necessary, and the sensor is integrated.

The setup performed well in the test. fast and stable. Positive: The Timmerflotte can be without the IKEA app or IKEA gateway integrate directly into existing systems.

IKEA Timmerflotte tested: Features & characteristics

The sensor continuously measures room temperature and relative humidity. The readings can be displayed on the screen by pressing a button; otherwise, the display remains off. They are also permanently available in the respective smart home app.

The measured values appeared different when compared to reference sensors. realistic and stable. The update rate is sufficient and perfectly adequate for typical applications. The design is simple and functional. The plastic casing appears practical and is absolutely appropriate considering the price.

The Settings options in the device card of the IKEA Timmerflotte within the Aqara app The information displayed is straightforward. It shows the battery charge level as well as the currently measured values for temperature and humidity.

Furthermore, the icons for the device display can be customized, and the device location or room assignment can be changed. However, the Aqara app for the Timmerflotte does not offer a graphical representation of the measured values over time.

Conclusion: How good is the IKEA Timmerflotte really?

In practical testing, the IKEA Timmerflotte as surprisingly solid Matter sensor with a very attractive price-performance ratio. The manufacturer-independent integration without an additional gateway is a particularly positive feature.

Source/Photo: (IKEA / Amazon )