This IKEA Mini Bathroom Gem Is So Cute and Cheap

When you’re creating a vibey experience in your home, one of the biggest mistakes is forgetting your bathroom. A shower speaker is a game-changer for my bathing routine, whether I’m waking myself up in the morning with my earworm of the moment or playing a calming podcast at the end of the night — and IKEA is selling the cutest waterproof mini speaker for under $16.

Since upgrading its smart home offerings with several new Bluetooth speakers, IKEA is also rolling out a tech treat for people who love to listen to music and sing along in the shower. On sale for $15.99, the VAPPEBY portable Bluetooth speaker is the cutest tiny speaker with a polyester tie that hangs off your shower handle like a sponge. Despite its small size and discreet appearance, reviewers say its “beautiful” sound quality could “cost three times as much.”

Measuring 3 inches in height and width, and 2 inches in length, this pocket-size waterproof Bluetooth speaker now comes in a cream-colored hue that’s perfect for more neutral and understated spaces. The other three colorways include black, pink, and blue. Its waterproof capabilities make it perfect for the shower or a bathtub (it can be dropped in water without damage), but you can also take this portable little guy anywhere. 

The VAPPEBY portable Bluetooth speaker is perfect for on-the-go use, whether you’re going out for a  beach or lake day, enjoying a camping trip, heading off on a trip, or just walking around your home. According to IKEA’s website, you can also pair two of the speakers to get a stereo sound experience, and the built-in battery gives you 80 hours of playing time when it’s fully charged. This is perfect when you’re listening to longer meditations or audiobooks during an “everything shower,” a long bath, or even a road trip.

IKEA shoppers are fans of the “gem,” raving about the “great quality for the price,” with one saying, “I was blown away by the projection, sound quality, and [bass] on this,” while another compared it positively against more expensive competitors from JBL and Bose. 

One happy customer also said the speaker’s small size might make you underestimate its sound, sharing, “This diminutive little speaker delivers surprisingly clear and mighty sound!” However, several noted that you’re not able to skip songs on the speaker and there are no volume controls — so you’ll have to use your phone to make any changes to what you’re listening to. Keep that in mind when you’re comparing different waterproof speakers.