The $7 Hanging Dryer At IKEA That Makes Laundry Day 'A Little Less Of A Chore'

Cleaning and folding clothes may not be your favorite task on the to-do list, but finding ways to make it more fun and efficient can make laundry day seem a little more bearable. One thing that makes doing laundry annoying is when there isn't ample space to hang up small hang-dry-only items once they're pulled from the washer. You may even avoid putting your whites in the dryer at all if you want them to stay vibrant. IKEA offers a solution that can maximize drying space even in a small area: the PRESSA hanging dryer. Shaped like an octopus with hanging clips on its eight tentacles, it's a clever, low-cost clothes-drying tool that comes in yellow or green. For $7, you get a solution to a tricky issue and a whimsical addition that might help lighten the mood. As one reviewer stated, "This little guy is not only perfect for smaller laundry items, but also incredibly cute. I love having an octopus buddy help out on laundry day, it makes it a little less of a chore."

Reviewers state that the PRESSA is ideal for smaller laundry pieces, such as socks and undergarments. It could help with hang-drying gloves or hats that are wet too, and to optimize space in a small laundry room, you can pair it with IKEA's VESKEN storage cart for more organization options in every corner. Outside of the laundry room, some buyers have used it to dry papers in an art studio or herbs. Overall, the PRESSA hanging dryer gave it 4.5 out of 5 possible stars on IKEA's website from over 600 reviews, with reviewers rating it positively for its value, ease of use, and fun appearance.

The IKEA PRESSA has one large, hanger-style hook on top, so it easily hangs from a rod or clothesline. The unit has eight arms that fold out, and each arm has two spring-loaded, clothespin-style clips to hold freshly washed items as they dry. Since it offers plenty of space to hang things when unfolded, setting up a PRESSA could be a clever IKEA hack for small spaces.

Other's echo the sentiment about the PRESSA making laundry day less of a chore. In another review, the user noted that they bought a second one because they like it so much. The reviewer said it's "very functional, well-made and sturdy" and appreciates that it folds up, though the available colors are limited. The PRESSA used to come in other colors, such as blue, gray, or red, and you can find some of these available on second-hand marketplaces.

Among the reviews offering fewer than 5 stars, the main complaint is that the spring-loaded clips can break, and there are no replacements available. Since the device is made of plastic, it's possible that pieces might break if it falls to the ground. A couple users mentioned they couldn't figure out how to manipulate the arms to open and close since they couldn't find instructions, and another said the hanger or hook was too small to fit anything in their home. And with so many hooks so close together, it's possible a design like this will require more dry time when hanging several wet items of clothing at once.