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IKEA’s STRÅLA Christmas tree replaces traditional branches and needles with 180 LEDs suspended from a central pole. The 150cm light-based tree is on sale for £25 and is described by IKEA as suitable for indoor and outdoor use; the company has not said how long it will be available.
IKEA is selling a 150cm STRÅLA Christmas tree made from 180 LED lights suspended on strings from a central pole, rather than branches and needles. The tree costs £25 and, according to IKEA, can be used indoors or outdoors, offering a different option for shoppers with limited floor space or who want to avoid a conventional tree’s cleanup.
The STRÅLA design has a single central pole, with strings of lights running from the top down to the floor. There are no traditional branches or foliage; the illuminated strings form the tree’s shape. The Ambient, which reported on the product, describes it as a light-based alternative to both natural and artificial trees.
IKEA says the tree is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, though the report does not give further details about installation or weather exposure. At 150 centimetres tall, it is a floor-standing decoration, and its open structure may take up less visual and storage space than a full artificial tree. Its £25 price and current availability are reported by The Ambient.
The STRÅLA range also includes a separate matchstick-style floor lamp. The 2025 model is formed from three oversized wooden matchsticks, each with an LED in its red tip, and was reported at £17. It has two dimming levels and is designed as an accent light, not as the main light in a room. It is a separate product from the Christmas tree.
A Tree Without Needles or Branches
The STRÅLA tree gives shoppers a holiday decoration that changes the usual trade-off between a natural tree and a full artificial one. A real tree brings foliage and its familiar shape, but may shed needles; a conventional artificial tree can be reused, but typically needs space for both display and storage. IKEA’s design removes branches from the equation and uses light strings to define the outline.
That form may appeal to people in small homes or flats, where a wide tree can be difficult to fit. It may also suit households seeking a decorative light feature rather than a tree designed to hold ornaments. Those are practical implications of the product’s open construction, not claims that it will fit every space or meet every shopper’s needs.
The availability of indoor and outdoor use, as described by IKEA, could give buyers more placement choices than a tree intended only for a living room. But the reported information does not specify weather ratings or other outdoor-use conditions, so shoppers should check the product’s own instructions before placing it outside.
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STRÅLA Lights and Smart Controls
The LED tree is part of IKEA’s STRÅLA seasonal lighting range. The reported matchstick lamp shows that the range also includes decorative lighting that can remain in use as an accent after the holidays. Its two dimming levels offer some adjustment to brightness, while the tree’s defining feature is its hanging LED strings.
Neither the tree nor the lamp has built-in smart features, according to The Ambient. The report says either can be connected to a smart plug for scheduling and remote control. IKEA’s GRILLPLATS smart plug is listed at £7 and supports Matter, with use through the IKEA Home app. Remote control and voice commands depend on the compatible hub or smart-home equipment a buyer has set up; the report names DIRIGERA and compatible Amazon Echo, Apple Home and Google Nest devices as options.
With a compatible setup, users can schedule the lights or include them in a festive routine, the report says. That is a possible add-on rather than a feature of the STRÅLA products themselves. No smart plug is reported as included with the tree.
“Neither light has smart features built in.”
— The Ambient
Availability and Outdoor Details
IKEA has not said how long the Christmas range will remain on sale. The report identifies the tree as currently available for £25, but does not give a final date, stock levels or information about whether the product is sold in every market or only through particular stores and channels.
Further product details are also absent from the supplied report. It does not specify the tree’s power source, cable length, light settings, materials, assembly requirements, storage method or warranty. Although IKEA says it can be used outdoors, the report gives no weather-resistance rating or instructions about exposure to rain, wind or other conditions. Buyers should rely on IKEA’s product information and safety instructions for those details.
Check Stock and Product Guidance
The next practical step for shoppers is to check IKEA’s current listing for the STRÅLA tree, including availability in their area and any instructions for indoor or outdoor placement. The retailer has not announced how long the seasonal item will be sold, so its future availability remains unknown.
Anyone considering smart control will need to check compatibility with their existing equipment and purchase a smart plug separately if needed. The report lists IKEA’s £7 GRILLPLATS plug and compatible Matter-enabled hubs or devices as possible routes, but does not say that these accessories are bundled with the tree.
Key Questions
What is IKEA’s STRÅLA Christmas tree made of?
The reported design uses a central pole and 180 LED lights on strings that extend from the top of the frame to the floor. It does not have traditional branches or needles.
How much does the STRÅLA tree cost, and how tall is it?
The tree is reported at £25 and stands 150 centimetres tall. The report says it is on sale now but does not state how long it will remain available.
Can the tree be used outdoors?
IKEA says the STRÅLA tree can be used indoors or outdoors. The report does not provide a weather-resistance rating or detailed outdoor-use instructions, so buyers should check IKEA’s product guidance.
Does the STRÅLA tree work with smart-home systems?
The tree has no built-in smart features, according to The Ambient. A compatible smart plug can add scheduling and remote control; the report names IKEA’s GRILLPLATS plug and compatible Matter equipment as options.
Is the matchstick floor lamp included with the tree?
No. The matchstick-style STRÅLA floor lamp is a separate product, reported at £17 when it first went on sale in 2025. It has three wooden matchsticks with LED-lit red tips and two dimming levels.
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