IKEA
IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote
- Works with HA
- Local control
- Thread
- Matter
Prices verified October 2026
See more smart wall switches picks on our Amazon storefront →Our verdict
Four quid for a Matter-over-Thread remote with a scroll wheel that can manage three groups of lights. That price makes it hard to ignore, and it works with HA's Matter integration without an IKEA hub. The cost is polish: IKEA's own reviews are poor (2.6 out of 5 across nearly 400 UK reviews), batteries are not included, and what Home Assistant exposes of the scroll wheel is thinner than the IKEA app suggests. Buy one to try, not a dozen untested.
What can Home Assistant control on the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote?
| Control | Type | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Button events | Event | press events surfaced through the Matter integration |
| Scroll wheel | Unverified | rotation exposure in HA not verified; test on your own setup |
Treat it as a Matter button first and check what your HA version exposes for the wheel before committing to a rotary automation. Needs a Thread border router and the Matter integration; confirm presses arrive as events before building anything on it.
Specs
| power | Batteries sold separately (IKEA recommends 2x LADDA AAA) |
|---|---|
| controls | Scroll wheel, manages 3 groups |
| protocol | Matter over Thread |
| price note | £4 on IKEA UK |
How does the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote compare?
| Product | From | Protocol | Local control | Integration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote (this product) | £4 | Matter, Thread | Yes | Works with HA |
| Aqara Light Switch H2 EU (2 Gang) | £41.99 | Zigbee, Thread, Matter | Yes | Works with HA |
| Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 (No Neutral, Double Rocker) | £38.99 | Zigbee | Yes | Zigbee2MQTT / ZHA |
| Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 (With Neutral, Double Rocker) | £38.99 | Zigbee | Yes | Zigbee2MQTT / ZHA |
Frequently asked questions
- Does the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote work with Home Assistant locally?
- Yes. The IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote is controlled locally in Home Assistant through a certified "Works with Home Assistant" integration (Matter), so it keeps working if your internet connection or the IKEA cloud goes down. Control and state updates stay on your own network.
- Which protocol does the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote use, and do I need a hub?
- The IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote uses Matter and Thread. To pair it with Home Assistant you need a Thread border router if it is Matter-over-Thread, or just your Wi-Fi network if it is Matter-over-Wi-Fi; or a Thread border router (Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1, Apple TV 4K or a HomePod mini all work). IKEA's own hub is not required when you integrate through a certified "Works with Home Assistant" integration (Matter).
- How much does the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote cost in the UK?
- The lowest price we have listed for the IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote is £4 at IKEA UK. Prices were last checked in October 2026 and change often, so confirm on the retailer's page before buying.
IKEA
IKEA BILRESA scroll wheel remote
£4 at IKEA UK