Philips Hue lighting will be more expensive starting July 1st, but you can save on them now
37
Signify has announced price increases for its Philips Hue smart lighting and accessories starting on July 1st due to US tariffs. As for how much the products will go up in price, that hasn’t been confirmed, but the Hue Wall Washer that was recently launched is 10 percent more expensive than its price in the EU, which may offer an indication of what to expect. If you’ve been meaning to try Philips Hue smart bulbs, or add to your existing collection, this may be your last chance to snag products before the prices go up.
Philips Hue Smart 75W A19 LED Bulb
The Philips Hue we recommend for most people is its A19 color ambiance bulb with an E26 base, which is perfect for lamps and standard light fixtures of many kinds. It can be set to various shades of white, cool to warm, or to any color you’d like. In terms of brightness, it can achieve an impressive 1,100 peak lumens. You can use the bulb with or without the Hue Bridge. It’s also available in a multipack with two, four, or six bulbs.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Smart 100W A21 LED Bulb
This 100W A21 lightbulb has the same color-changing features as its lower-powered counterpart, but will provide more light with a peak of 1,600 lumens. While the bulb’s common E26 base is the same as the 75W model, the bulb itself is larger, which means it may not fit in lamps with narrow shades. It’s also available in a four pack.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Indoor 10 Ft Smart LED Solo Lightstrip Base Kit
The Hue Indoor Lightstrip is a thin, adhesive-backed strip that can provide up to 1,700 lumens of light beneath cabinets and counters, or to other places to provide an elegant look. It’s available in 10, 16, and 33-foot sizes, and can be cut to any length.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Smart Light Starter Kit
This starter kit contains four 75W A19-sized E26 color ambiance bulbs plus a Philips Hue Bridge. The bridge allows you to group and fully automate your smart lights and accessories. Up to 50 devices can be connected simultaneously, but the hub must be wired into your Wi-Fi router or ethernet switch with an ethernet cable.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Smart Play Light Bar Base Kit
The Light Bar is a standalone fixture that can add ambience to your home theater setup or gaming PC rig. It can be set up vertically or horizontally, or attached to the back of a monitor or TV using the included clips and double-sided tape. It’s also offered in a two-pack.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Go Smart Portable Table Lamp
This 13.78-inch tall, rechargeable table lamp comes with a wireless charging stand and has a color ambiance lightbulb preinstalled. It can be controlled by pushing a button on top in addition to smart assistants, and the Hue app. The lamp can last up to 48 hours per charge, and has an IP54 rating, so it shouldn’t get damaged when splashed with water. You can also get a pair of lamps as a bundle.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Gradient Signe Floor Lamp
If you want a brighter lamp for a bigger space, this intriguing 57.40-inch tall option throws up to 2,500 lumens of light from its long, skinny strip. It’s built into a wide base that prevents it from easily tipping over. A shorter model more appropriate for a table or desk is also available.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Smart Recessed Downlight
This four-pack of recessed lights can throw down 1,100 lumens of light each and can fit into five- or six-inch enclosures. Alternatively, you can purchase just a single recessed light, or a six pack. You can also get a six-pack that fits into four-inch enclosures.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue Smart 40W B39 E12 Bulb (two pack)
These smaller candelabra bulbs are appropriate for small lamps or light fixtures with tight shades. Each soft warm white bulb can throw off up to 450 lumens of light each. These bulbs are also available in a four pack.
Where to Buy:
Philips Hue BR30 LED Smart Light Bulbs
This two-pack of BR35 (E26 base) bulbs have a larger top to diffuse light over a wider area than either an A19 or A21 bulb can, and these may be a better look if you’re replacing downlights with a four-inch enclosure. It’s also available in a single or four pack.