Philips Hue Products UK — Reviews & Best Picks

Pros

• Tuneable warm-to-cool white light via the Hue app
• Physical dimmer switch included in the box
• Works with Bluetooth, Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit

Cons

• White Ambiance only — no colour-changing LEDs
• Hue Bridge needed for full automation and voice routines

Pros

• 3 colour-changing E27 bulbs with millions of shades
• Bluetooth control direct from the Hue app, no bridge needed to get started
• Widest third-party smart home compatibility

Cons

• Hue Bridge sold separately if you want full automation and geofencing

Pros

• 16 million colours plus tuneable white in one strip
• Bluetooth control out of the box, Hue Bridge optional for automation
• Extendable and cuttable to fit shelves, coving and TV backs

Cons

• Full smart-home automation needs a separate Hue Bridge

Pros

• Rechargeable battery makes it fully portable around the home or garden
• Works out of the box via Bluetooth, Hue Bridge optional for automation
• Cosy candle effect gives up to 18 hours of ambient light per charge

Cons

• Full colour range and routines need the Hue Bridge sold separately

Pros

• 50,000 shades of warm-to-cool white light for any time of day
• Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit
• Dimmer switch included for wall-free brightness control

Cons

• Requires a Hue Bridge to unlock full smart scheduling features

Pros

• Hue Bridge included for full automation, schedules and geofencing
• Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit
• Warm white bulbs are ideal for a first smart lighting room

Cons

• White-only — no colour-changing without upgrading bulbs

Pros

• 3 colour-changing GU10 spotlights suit kitchens and hallways
• Smart Button gives instant manual control without the app
• Full Hue ecosystem compatibility including HomeKit

Cons

• Premium price for a 3-spotlight starter set

Pros

• Bridge Pro hub gives faster, more reliable smart control
• 3 colour-changing GU10 spotlights plus a Smart Button included
• Works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Assistant and SmartThings

Cons

• Requires the separate Hue Bridge hub for full functionality
• Premium price versus bulb-only smart lighting kits

Pros

• 16 million colours and warm-to-cool white ambiance
• Bluetooth control works immediately, Hue Bridge optional for automation
• Uplight design adds ambient accent lighting to shelves and sideboards

Cons

• Premium price versus a standard table lamp

Pros

• Gradient effect blends multiple colours along the lamp for a striking accent
• Full smart home compatibility across Alexa, Google and Apple Home
• Sculptural design works as a standalone statement piece

Cons

• Requires Hue Bridge for full gradient and automation features

Pros

• Play with colour - create a unique light experience and play with 16 million colours including warm to cool white light to create an ambiance that suits any mood. Discover the perfect smart lighting for film nights, parties, bedtime stories, or to just sit back and unwind
• What's required? - A 'Philips Hue bridge' (sold separately) is required for smart control. Simply connect your bridge, install your Philips Hue lights and take advantage of smart TV lighting via the 'Philips Hue' app. To sync your lights with your TV or Entertainment System a Philips Hue Sync Box is also required.
• Level up your gaming - discover a dimension of spatial immersion by bringing in-game environments and effects into your room. From slow-moving effects that match in-game environments, to fast flashes during action-packed sequences, the Philips Hue gaming desk light pulls you deeper into the game (free Hue sync PC/Mac app required)
• Sync your lights with movies and TV - create a cinema-like experience when you're snuggled up on your sofa with the Philips Hue play smart lamp, bring the mood of your favourite movie into your living room or bring the football stadium atmosphere to your sofa

Cons

• Full specification not confirmed on the listing — check before buying

Pros

• SWITCH TO SMART LIGHTING - Start enjoying the benefits of smart lighting straight away: simply screw in your new LED light bulb, download the award-winning Hue app, then start controlling and customizing your smart light remotely
• CREATE AMBIANCE WITH COLOR - Find the right ambient lighting for any mood with millions of colors and a packed library of preset light scenes designed by Hue’s lighting experts—with scenes to celebrate special occasions and the option to create your own!
• SMOOTH DIMMING - Easily dim your energy efficient bulb from full brightness all the way down to 2% using the Hue app to achieve the right level of lighting for whatever you’re doing, whether you’re reading on the sofa or unwinding before bed
• CONTROL USING YOUR VOICE - For added convenience, connect to your preferred home assistant and you’ll be able to control your warm white bulbs remotely using voice commands—compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home

Cons

• Requires smartphone or voice assistant for control.
• Not compatible with all smart home systems.

Pros

• SWITCH TO SMART LIGHTING - Start enjoying the benefits of smart lighting straight away: simply screw in your new bulb, download the award-winning Hue app, then start controlling and customizing your smart light remotely
• CREATE AMBIANCE WITH COLOR - Find the right light for any mood with millions of colors and a packed library of preset light scenes designed by Hue’s lighting experts—with scenes to celebrate special occasions and the option to create your own!
• SMOOTH DIMMING - Easily dim your lights from full brightness all the way down to 2% using the Hue app to achieve the right level of lighting for whatever you’re doing, whether you’re reading on the sofa or unwinding before bed
• CONTROL USING YOUR VOICE - For added convenience, connect to your preferred home assistant and you’ll be able to control your lights remotely using voice commands—compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home

Cons

• Full specification not confirmed on the listing — check before buying

Pros

• MULTICOLOR GRADIENTS – This RGBWWIC LED lamp blends multiple colors seamlessly to wash the walls with beautiful light gradients, or to match on-screen content in real time when synced
• PRECISE COLORS – This LED floor lamp features Chromasync, which ensures exceptional color consistency, precise color matching, and uniform brightness across all the Hue lights in your home
• PLACE IT ANYWHERE – With its slender profile, this modern floor lamp blends seamlessly into your entertainment setup in the living room, bedroom, or gaming room
• SYNC WITH TV – Turn watching movies and playing video games into an immersive experience with surround lighting via content syncing (requires Hue Bridge and either HDMI sync box or Sync TV app)

Cons

• Full specification not confirmed on the listing — check before buying

Pros

• Bluetooth control works instantly without a Hue Bridge
• Pairs seamlessly into existing Hue lighting scenes and routines once bridged
• Compact plug design keeps the neighbouring socket free

Cons

• Full automation and away-from-home control needs a separate Hue Bridge