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Philips Hue Smart Dimming Kit Installation Free Exclusive for Philips Hue Lights Works with Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.7
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628
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Features
77hue lights, dimmer, lights, hue, bulb
+92%
-8%
" ... needed if you have hue smart lights ... "
" ... This set allows you to control a lamp with just the bulb and switch included in the box. ... "
" ... This is my second dimmer switch and these are seriously a must buy for every room in your house if you have hue lighs. ... "
" ... I like having the ability to use the hue lights whle also having the convenience of a switch when needed. ... "
" ... This is an addition to my home which already has several Hue lights. ... "
" ... These switches make the hue lights so much more useful! ... Hidden feature that they don't say in description. ... "
" ... However, I love my Hue lights- this dimmer makes them even better since it gives others an easy way to interact with them without needing the Hue app. ... "
" ... This is a great dimmer switch for Philips Hue bulbs. ... The switch can control up to 10 bulbs. ... "
Device Compatibility
75alexa, hue, hub, app, bulbs
+89%
-11%
" ... I've also found it nice for me so when it's late at night I can turn the lights off without using the app or waking anyone up! ... "
" ... im glad i have ordered this and linked it with my smartthings hub ... "
" ... Just wished it did not require hub to work with google assistant. ... "
" ... needed if you have hue smart lights ... "
" ... With Alexa, using smart bulbs makes it possible for me to turn lights on and off easily from anywhere in my home. ... "
" ... There's just something a lot nicer about a tangible switch than having to use your phone. ... "
" ... Nice to have these in addition to voice control via Google home. ... "
" ... I have a Hue hub and used the App to set up. ... "
Controls
62lights, hue, switches, press, dim
+85%
-15%
" ... Bought this because my girlfriend likes the "old school" feeling of pressing buttons instead of using Alexa. ... "
" ... The switch is easily pressed push buttons. ... "
" ... I also love that pressing the on button multiple times gives you different lighting profiles. ... "
" ... Nice to have these in addition to voice control via Google home. ... "
" ... Is that you can program presets and toggle through them by pressing 'on' button. ... "
" ... I especially like the multi-tap on button feature to cycle through different whites. ... "
" ... So nice to have a physical button by the front door to turn on the lights, and it looks nice. ... "
" ... The buttons work as expected and by pressing the on button multiple times you can change the color on the Hue White Ambiance or color bulbs. ... "
Ease of Use
51simple, easy to use, easy to set, easy to install, works great
+98%
-2%
" ... I much prefer this one—seems to be a lot more responsive, is easier to operate, and costs about 1/2 as much. ... "
" ... Easy to install and to connect to the wall. ... "
" ... Very easy to use, and while I don't usually remove the remote from its holder, it's nice to have the option. ... "
" ... It is easy to set up. ... "
" ... Super easy to install, and a great addition when I don't want to talk to Alexa, or look at my phone. ... "
" ... easy to install and use. ... "
" ... Excellent finish, easy configuration, easy use. ... "
" ... Works Great, very easy to set up and use, reactive dimmer. ... "
Apps
48hue app, hue, switch, lights, bulbs
+96%
-4%
" ... I've also found it nice for me so when it's late at night I can turn the lights off without using the app or waking anyone up! ... "
" ... Not necessary if you are going to use the app 100% of the time. ... "
" ... Just wished it did not require hub to work with google assistant. ... "
" ... I can also set them up to turn on and off on a schedule set in my phone's app. ... "
" ... Nice to have these in addition to voice control via Google home. ... "
" ... I have a Hue hub and used the App to set up. ... "
" ... Set up is easy with the hue app, can use the on button to go through different scenes. ... "
" ... 1st two I only used the app and it worked perfectly for me. ... "
Setup
47simple, easy to install, easy to set, super easy, easy
+96%
-4%
" ... integrated well with my current hue setup. ... "
" ... Easy to install and to connect to the wall. ... "
" ... This switch has a nice elegant look and an easy installation and setup process. ... "
" ... Super easy to install, and a great addition when I don't want to talk to Alexa, or look at my phone. ... "
" ... easy to install and use. ... "
" ... It's super easy to set up, and mounts to your wall in seconds. ... "
" ... Excellent finish, easy configuration, easy use. ... "
" ... Super easy to set-up. ... "
Software Platform
39hue, app, lights, switch, alexa
+90%
-10%
" ... Just wished it did not require hub to work with google assistant. ... "
" ... With Alexa, using smart bulbs makes it possible for me to turn lights on and off easily from anywhere in my home. ... I can also set them up to turn on and off on a schedule set in my phone's app. ... "
" ... I have a Hue hub and used the App to set up. ... "
" ... I normally use voice command through Google home to turn my Philips lights on and off but it's nice to have a switch for the certain moments I don't feel like speaking. ... "
" ... It allowed me to turn off my lights faster than asking Google Home to do it and I get to keep the power to my lights on. ... "
" ... While I love the HUE system and that it is compatible with so many other Smart Home systems, this controller's feature set seems to be inconsistent. ... "
" ... The Hue system allows me to easily control as many or as few lights as I'd like - though the phone app is just OK, and it's definitely a little cumbersome for guests. ... "
" ... Be sure to setup the “1st through 5th On Click” options in the Hue app. ... "
Remote
37switch, magnets, philips, light bulb, hue
+92%
-8%
" ... I do like the way the remote switch is held in with a magnet, so you can also use it as a portable remote. ... "
" ... More physical, wireless, dimmer switches can be added and programmed to control specific bulbs. ... "
" ... This is my 2nd remote for my bedroom. ... "
" ... very handy little remote. ... "
" ... Very easy to use, and while I don't usually remove the remote from its holder, it's nice to have the option. ... "
" ... The switch can control up to 10 bulbs. ... Pairing is easy and just requires holding a button while pointing the controller at the bulb. ... "
" ... This gives another way to control the lights by using the smart dimmer remote. ... This has two parts - a remote (which controls the lights) and a base. ... The remote can attach to the base by included magnets, or the remote can operate as a handheld remote. ... The remote has lets you cycle through four light settings and also adjust the brightness of the lights. ... "
" ... Works great but wish the remote would be bundled with the color bulbs. ... "
Capacity
34lights, living room, hue, bedroom, house
+100%
" ... I use it for my kids' room and can take it with me at night. ... "
" ... Ordered two - one for each entrance to my living room. ... "
" ... 3rd house I've installed an Echo in almost every room. ... "
" ... Buying a couple more for different rooms. ... "
" ... I have a relatively simple Hue setup -- just four lights in lamps in my living room. ... "
" ... If you have Philips Hue lights this should be for almost every room. ... "
" ... I bought it to supplement using my Echo to control my bedroom lights. ... "
" ... I use one in my bathroom for the overhead lights and one in my hallway. ... "
Product Reliability
23switch, couple, switches, 6 months, hue
+78%
-22%
" ... Worked perfectly right out of the box. ... "
" ... It works as well as to be expected a few hiccups here in there but otherwise it works just as advertised. ... "
" ... Have two of these switches now. ... They work flawlessly. ... "
" ... After two months of use it has not presented any type of faults, it works perfectly. ... "
" ... I've had two of these switches in the property for a few months now and they've worked as expected every time. ... "
" ... I replaced every switch in the house with these. ... "
" ... Ive had this little guy for almost a year now. ... "
" ... I give it 4 stars instead of 5 for one reason. ... "
Marketplace
21expected, works as advertised, exactly, described, philips
+100%
" ... This switch works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It works as expected. ... "
" ... My Standard Amazon Disclaimer: ... This is a real review. ... "
" ... The item came quickly and was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Thanks to Philips ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Product As Described
18expected, works as advertised, exactly, described, item
+100%
" ... This switch works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It works as expected. ... "
" ... The item came quickly and was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works perfectly as expected. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Device Stand
14switch, mounting, plate, mount, mounted
+93%
-7%
" ... Easy to install and to connect to the wall. ... "
" ... The back of the mounting piece sticks to the wall and seems to be very sturdy. ... "
" ... It's very convenient to have a wall mounted switch and not have to go to an app to adjusting the lighting. ... "
" ... Mounts effortlessly and has spare batteries hidden behind the wall plate. ... "
" ... I was able to mount the plate it came with to the wall next to my door and not have to worry about searching in the dark for the light switch. ... Instead of using the adhesive it came with to mount it on the wall, I used a more temporary mounting tape for easy removal. ... "
" ... Installation was super simple, and it looks great on the wall. ... "
" ... Works really well, and the self-adhesive wall mount makes it easy to place and use, and it look out of place next to decora type wall switches. ... "
" ... Mounted next to my garage entrance. ... "
Fit
12stick, adhesive, tape, wall plate, light switch
+75%
-25%
" ... The back of the mounting piece sticks to the wall and seems to be very sturdy. ... The actual controller is held on the mount by a magnet, so it can be used like a normal light switch, or easily removed and used like a remote. ... "
" ... Love the magnet holder which can be put onto a metal door, fridge or you can screw into the wall or just take it as a remote. ... "
" ... It comes with adhesive tape already in the back so you don't have to buy extra like I did. ... "
" ... Also very glad of the ability to stick this switch to magnetic surfaces. ... "
" ... Works well, adhesive isn't the best. ... "
" ... I was able to mount the plate it came with to the wall next to my door and not have to worry about searching in the dark for the light switch. ... "
" ... The raised button panel is detachable from the base, being held by decently strong magnets. ... "
" ... It comes with a magnetic holder but honestly I never take it out. ... "
Design
12look, white, design, switches, plates
+83%
-17%
" ... These familiar-looking switches are a great way to introduce people to IoT Lighting, because they "just work". ... "
" ... Looks great and works well. ... "
" ... nice design but can be more effective ... "
" ... This item has proven to be a very well engineered combination. ... "
" ... Solid as a rock ... "
" ... Elegant and modern look ... "
" ... I may look at a couple more. ... "
" ... - Nice gloss white, which matches the look of many common wall plates / switches - certainly ours ... That would have been slick indeed. ... "
Build Quality
12wall, plate, mounting, junction, switches
+83%
-17%
" ... One solid product! ... "
" ... The back of the mounting piece sticks to the wall and seems to be very sturdy. ... The actual controller is held on the mount by a magnet, so it can be used like a normal light switch, or easily removed and used like a remote. ... "
" ... Love the magnet holder which can be put onto a metal door, fridge or you can screw into the wall or just take it as a remote. ... "
" ... This item has proven to be a very well engineered combination. ... "
" ... I'm surprised by all the reviews mentioning how well the adhesive works when I've had two of my three switches fall of the wall repeatedly. ... "
" ... Love the moveable magnetic switch as well. ... "
" ... The controls are actually entirely separate and they stick to the wall plate magnetically. ... "
" ... Solid as a rock ... "
Price
11worth, cost, well, money, maybe
+100%
" ... can't beat the price! ... "
" ... Just what I needed and very cost effective! ... "
" ... Works very well and saved us hundreds of dollars in electrical work! ... "
" ... I would recommend this based on easy of use, overall quality, and price. ... "
" ... These things are great, and the price is fair. ... "
" ... Love everything about this (besides maybe the price). ... "
" ... If you do get one, get it with the extra bulb as it will save you some money. ... "
" ... Worth the money if you have an odd location for a switch. ... "
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