IKEA price cuts: hundreds of products are now cheaper across the UK
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IKEA has cut prices on hundreds of products across the UK, with familiar ranges such as KALLAX, HEMNES, ALEX and STORKLINTA now selling for less! Some of those reductions are part of IKEA’s New Lower Prices, which means the cheaper figure is now the standard price rather than a short-term promotion. At the same time, IKEA is also running separate in-store offers on selected products, and those do have end dates. From the 28th of August, IKEA reduced the standard prices of hundreds of products under its New Lower Prices promotion, while a separate group of shorter in-store promotions runs alongside them. Both can save you money, but they don’t work in the same way.
The IKEA price cuts include selected KALLAX shelving at £49 instead of £60 and the white HEMNES day-bed frame at £279 instead of £329. These are New Lower Prices without an advertised expiry date, while deals such as a £25 BILLY bookcase, £39 MICKE desk and £129 DYVLINGE chair are temporary in-store offers. Those three store deals currently run until the 20th of December while stock lasts.
What are IKEA New Lower Prices?
IKEA New Lower Prices are reductions to the retailer’s current standard selling prices rather than short-term sale prices. Hundreds of products were reduced in price from the 28th of August, with the reductions available both online and in stores. You can see examples across ranges, including KALLAX, HEMNES, ALEX, and STORKLINTA, in IKEA’s current price announcement.
That doesn’t mean the price can never change again, but there isn’t currently a short promotional deadline attached to these products. If something you want carries the New Lower Price label, you have more time to measure up, compare alternatives and work out the full cost before ordering.
That is particularly useful with furniture, where a rushed purchase can cost far more than the saving if the item turns out not to suit your room; even worse if you had to build it too!
Which IKEA products have become cheaper?
Several familiar IKEA ranges now cost less than before the latest price cuts. The examples below were checked on the 7th of September, and prices may vary by colour, size, and product combination. Always compare the exact version you intend to buy.
Product | Was | Now | Saving |
£70 | £55 | £15 | |
£99 | £89 | £10 | |
£60 | £49 | £11 | |
£329 | £279 | £50 |
The white HEMNES day-bed has the biggest cash reduction in this group at £50, but the £279 price is for the frame with three drawers. Mattresses and bed linen are sold separately, so include those costs when comparing it with a complete bed elsewhere. The ALEX drawer unit is £15 cheaper, while selected KALLAX shelving has dropped by £11.
Which IKEA deals are temporary?
Some of the cheaper IKEA prices currently being promoted are separate in-store offers rather than New Lower Prices. The BILLY, MICKE and DYVLINGE examples below run from the 1st of September until the 20th of December while stock lasts. These particular promotional prices are only available in stores.
Product | Normal price | Store price | Saving |
£35 | £25 | £10 | |
£49 | £39 | £10 | |
£199 | £129 | £70 |
The DYVLINGE chair has the largest saving at £70. IKEA’s original announcement described the reduction from £199 to £129 as 28%, although those prices represent roughly a 35% reduction. The £129 selling price is the figure I would use when comparing the chair with alternatives.
There is also a separate 20% in-store promotion running from the 7th of September until the 1st of November on selected autumn homeware. Products include selected throws, bedspreads, candles, lamps, rugs, thermal curtains, seasonal duvets and cookware. Check the individual item before travelling, as the reduction doesn’t cover every product in those categories.
Is IKEA having a sale?
IKEA currently has both temporary sale-style offers and products that have moved onto lower standard prices. The New Lower Prices don’t have a short advertised end date, while the store-only promotions do. Checking which type of price you are looking at tells you whether there is any genuine reason to buy before a particular date.
It is still worth comparing the final cost rather than assuming a reduced IKEA price is automatically the cheapest option. Delivery charges, travel costs and any extra parts you need can change the value of the deal. A £10 saving on a bookcase may not be much of a saving if collecting it requires a long journey you would not otherwise make.
Can you save more with cashback or buying used?
Once you have found the cheapest suitable product, cashback may further reduce the amount you pay. Gift-card cashback services sometimes include IKEA, and my JamDoughnut review explains how instant gift-card cashback works.
Cashback rates and retailer availability change, so check the current offer before buying a gift card and only buy an amount you expect to spend.
Second-hand furniture is also worth checking, particularly for long-running ranges such as KALLAX and BILLY. My IKEA second-hand Marketplace guide covers IKEA’s own used-furniture marketplace, while the IKEA Buy Back guide explains how eligible IKEA furniture can be sold back to the retailer. Remember to include collection or transport costs when comparing a used item with the new price.
If the product you want carries a New Lower Price, there is currently no end date advertised for the reductions, which might force you to make a quick decision about whether to buy now or hang on for a bit. This gives you time to compare features and pricing before ordering.
If you want one of the £25 BILLY, £39 MICKE or £129 DYVLINGE store offers, check local stock before travelling and keep the 20th of December closing date in mind. That should prevent a wasted journey for a deal that's not actually available at your chosen store.
IKEA price cuts frequently asked questions
Is IKEA having a sale?
IKEA currently has both temporary offers and lower standard prices. New Lower Prices do not have a short promotional end date, while selected in-store deals run for a limited period and while stock lasts.
Are IKEA New Lower Prices permanent?
They are current standard prices rather than short-term promotions, but that does not guarantee the price will stay the same forever. IKEA can change its normal retail prices again in future.
How much is the IKEA KALLAX shelving unit now?
Selected 77x147cm KALLAX shelving units currently cost £49, down from £60. Other sizes, finishes and KALLAX combinations have different prices.
Are the £25 BILLY and £39 MICKE deals available online?
No. The £25 BILLY bookcase and £39 MICKE desk covered here are in-store-only offers, so check stock at your chosen store before travelling.
When do the current IKEA in-store offers end?
The £25 BILLY, £39 MICKE and £129 DYVLINGE offers currently run until the 20th of December while stock lasts. Other IKEA promotions can have different dates.
Can you get cashback when shopping at IKEA?
You may be able to reduce the cost with gift card cashback. Check the current rate and gift card terms before paying, as retailer availability and rates can change.
