Why Lykyn

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Find out why LYKYN is the smart choice for growers. Our detailed comparison helps you spot the best features and the greatest savings at a glance.

LYKYN is designed to make growing mushrooms at home easy. Connect to the LYKYN smart phone app and simply select the mushroom type you're growing and LYKYN handles the rest. No more spraying and fanning your grow block exposing your block to contamination each time. Your chamber will stay at the perfect conditions to allow maximum fruiting without exposing your mushrooms to contamination.

We are designer, engineers, and manufactures that love mushrooms. We've seen many startups try to create these devices and fail after taking huge amounts of money from backers. We knew we would have to come to market with our product fully developed. LYKYN is the result of years of development and countless iterations - all self funded. Lykyn was designed in California and is proudly manufactured in Türkiye.

SMART TECHNOLOGY

Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz)

Sensors: Industrial-grade temperature and humidity sensors

App compatibility: iOS 12+ and Android 8+ devices

Updates: Over-the-air firmware updates for continuous improvement

AIRFLOW & FILTRATION

Intake & Outtake fans: Variable speed (500-2000 RPM), waterproof, ultra-quiet operation

Filtration: HEPA-certified intake filter + reusable spore capture filter

Noise level: <35dB during normal operation

WATER SYSTEM

Tank capacity: 2.8 liters (100 fl oz)

Humidifier type: Ultrasonic with fine mist output

Run time: Up to 3-4 weeks between refills (conditions dependent)

POWER & ASSEMBLY

Power input: 5V USB-C (included cable)

Assembly time: <5 minutes (electronics pre-assembled)

Tools required: None - hand assembly only

Shipping: Flat-packed for reduced shipping costs and environmental impact (simple, tool-free assembly required)

WARRANTY & SUPPORT

Base warranty: 1-Year

Technical support: USA-based customer service

EVERY 3-4 WEEKS

  • Refill water tank via the top hatch


BETWEEN GROW CYCLES

  • Wipe interior with isopropyl alcohol
  • Refill tank with filtered or distilled water
  • If spores are present, rinse spore filter under water (remove fan grill first)


EVERY 3-4 CYCLES

  • Unplug and remove plexiglass panels
  • Empty tank and wipe down chamber and sensors with alcohol
  • Air dry completely before reassembling


EVERY 6-12 CYCLES

  • Replace HEPA intake filter
  • Signs it's time: dust buildup or reduced airflow

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LYKYN SHROOLY TERRASHROOM
Price $299.90 $399 $499
Max Block Size 6 lbs (2.7 kg) 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg) 5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Est. Fresh Mushroom Yield Per Cycle 1.25 Lb 0.25 Lb 1 Lb
Humidifier Capacity 2800ml 400ml 1000ml
Smart App Control
HEPA Filter
Spore Filter ×
Waterproof Fans × ×
Scalable × ×
Status Available Backers Waiting Unavailable
Reviews

What our growers are saying

Real reviews from real mushroom growers — beginners and pros alike.

Sarah W.

"Really impressed with how well this controls humidity. My oyster mushrooms are forming beautiful clusters with none of the elongated stems I used to get with my grow blocks."

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Melissa K.

"My kids are absolutely obsessed with watching the mushrooms grow in our LYKYN chamber. They check it every morning and get so excited when they see changes. It's become an unexpected family activity!"

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Melissa K. Verified Purchase
Jamie T.

"I LOVE my mushroom chamber! It's sitting on my kitchen counter and has become a conversation starter. My friends can't believe I'm actually growing mushrooms!"

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Jamie T. Verified Purchase
Rebecca T.

"I've been growing mushrooms for years and this is my new favorite grow box. The app works great, and once you place your blocks in the chamber you just sit back and watch it grow."

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Rebecca T. Verified Purchase
Kyle R.

"I wanted to wait until I harvested my first batch of mushrooms. This thing works as advertised. I had amazing results on my first try!"

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Kyle R. Verified Purchase
How to Grow

Grow mushrooms in four simple steps

From unboxing to harvest — growing fresh, healthy mushrooms at home has never been easier.

Step 1

Add Water

Add distilled or RO water to your Lykyn humidifier reservoir.

Step 2

Add Mushroom Block

Place your mushroom block onto the Lykyn tray.

Step 3

Cut Block

Cut a large "X" onto your mushroom block with a sterile blade.

Step 4

Select Mushroom Type

Select the mushroom type in your Lykyn app and watch your mushrooms grow!

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about growing mushrooms with Lykyn.

If your goal is 'set it and forget it,' yes. Lykyn automates humidity (ultrasonic 2.8 L reservoir), manages CO₂ via intake/outtake fans, and handles lighting within species profiles — giving beginners a smoother path to consistent harvests vs. manual spray-and-fan setups.

Lykyn uses variable-speed intake fans with HEPA filtration and outtake fans with spore capture to exchange air and manage CO₂. This maintains ideal conditions while limiting spore escape into your kitchen or living space.

Quite important. Clean intake air lowers contamination risk, and capturing exhaust spores helps keep surrounding areas cleaner while reducing allergy concerns. Lykyn includes HEPA intake and a reusable exhaust spore filter.

The app automates humidity, fresh-air exchange, and lighting so pins form reliably and caps develop fully. Species-specific presets (28+ varieties including Blue Oyster, Lion's Mane, and Shiitake) hold targets steady without manual fanning or spraying — reducing common beginner errors.

The app alerts you right away so you can act before anything affects your mushrooms. Once power or connection is restored, the unit resumes using the last-known settings and species profile.

Under typical indoor conditions, color choice is mostly aesthetic. Black can absorb a bit more radiant heat in direct sun, but indoors this is negligible. What matters is controlled humidity, airflow, and light — which the device manages. Choose the color that suits your space.

Between cycles: wipe interior surfaces with 70% isopropyl alcohol and rinse the exhaust spore filter if visibly laden. Every few cycles: empty and clean the reservoir and do a deeper wipe-down. Periodically replace the HEPA intake filter.

Yes. Lykyn runs on 5V USB-C with low-power, quiet operation (under 35 dB) — making it apartment- and bedroom-friendly. Just plug it into any USB-C adapter or port.

Reliable humidity control (large tank, ultrasonic misting, easy refill), fresh-air and CO₂ control with quiet adjustable fans, HEPA filtration on intake plus spore capture on exhaust, app presets with manual override, and food-safe materials with easy cleaning. Lykyn includes all of the above plus a 2.8L reservoir and flat-pack compact footprint.

Lykyn's Growing Guide includes 28+ species entries — from popular varieties like Blue Oyster, Lion's Mane, and Shiitake to more exotic options. Select your species in the app and Lykyn maintains the optimal environment automatically.

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