Best Smart Lighting UK (2026)
Smart bulbs and lighting kits for UK smart homes.
Read our full Philips Hue vs Govee vs IKEA Tradfri: Smart Lighting Compared guide.
#1 Pick
Philips Hue White and Colour Ambiance E27 Smart Bulb (3-Pack)Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,640)
£149.99
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
#2 Pick
Govee RGBWW Smart Bulb E27, Wi-Fi, Works with Matter, Alexa and Google Assistant (2-Pack)Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,870)
£22.99
Pros
- Connects directly via Wi-Fi, no hub needed
- Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Matter
- Affordable way to try colour-changing lighting
Cons
- App can lag when controlling several bulbs at once
#3 Pick
IKEA DIRIGERA Hub for Smart Home Lighting Devices (Alexa/HomeKit/Google/TRÅDFRI Compatible)Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,934)
£54.00
Pros
- Zigbee hub supports Apple HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home
- Reliable dimming and scheduling for TRÅDFRI bulbs
- Cheaper entry point than Hue Bridge ecosystems
Cons
- Bulbs sold separately
- Requires wired network connection during setup