Last Updated: February 1, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Philips Hue Smart Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant
Last Updated: February 1, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.5
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/10
Total Reviews
445
Old Reviews
174
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Device Compatibility
50hub, bridge, hue, app, siri
+78%
-22%
" ... Works seamlessly with Amazon Alexa. ... "
" ... I definitely recommend this if you want to start your smart home journey with some smart lights. ... "
" ... This hub updated the HUE lights and allowed non functioning lights to be reprogrammed. ... "
" ... I owned the original bridge, but wanted to be able to use Siri. ... "
" ... I did have to re-pair Harmony and Alexa. ... "
" ... Totally necessary for building a Hue system. ... "
" ... Love controlling my lights right from my phone. ... "
" ... The best feature is that it is compatible with Siri ... "
Software Platform
38app, hue, lights, bridge, philips
+71%
-29%
" ... This hub updated the HUE lights and allowed non functioning lights to be reprogrammed. ... "
" ... I was an early adopter of the technology and am very grateful for Philips spending the time and resources to improve the software control to do more. ... "
" ... You need to download two apps, Hue lighting to configure and update and Myhue to customize and operate. ... "
" ... I love being able to turn the lights on and off with Alexa! ... "
" ... We had a Hue Bridge first generation and it worked well, but we wanted one that would work with Siri. ... "
" ... does exactly what it should and works wonders with alexa! ... "
" ... Linked up to the Hue app and Light Strip on the first try. ... "
" ... Integrated easily with iPhone and Echo/Alexa. ... "
Ease of Use
33setup, easy to set, set, easy to use, works great
+82%
-18%
" ... Have had no issues with setup, or functionality. ... "
" ... Easy to setup. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Truly set it, start it, press it and use it. ... "
" ... adding this to alexa's skills makes my life more convenient! ... "
" ... Easy to set up ... "
" ... Easiest setup I have seen, intergates with so many other systems / companies and can be tailored to your needs. ... "
" ... Setup was quick and easy. ... "
Apps
30hue, alexa, lights, bridge, philips
+63%
-37%
" ... Works seamlessly with Amazon Alexa. ... "
" ... Linked up to the Hue app and Light Strip on the first try. ... "
" ... The app is simple to use and connecting multiple devices is a breeze. ... "
" ... I’m still running the original Hue app. ... "
" ... I use Smart Things as a master control like everyone should do, so you only need 1 interface. ... "
" ... I look forward to seeing how the designers update the software. ... "
" ... - Download the Phillips Hue app on my phone ... The app found my Smart Bridge very quickly. ... "
" ... Think some of my lights, the bridge, and the thunderstorm app will let me add some great sound effects this Holloween. ... "
Features
24hue, hue light bulbs, bridge, phillips hue, philips hue
+83%
-17%
" ... All our HUE lights are working properly now. ... "
" ... Just what you need to control your Hue lights. ... "
" ... Plus my kids don’t like to turn off lights. ... "
" ... I have a new appreciation for a good old fashion light switch. ... The technology will get there, but it won't be Philips Hue that does it. ... "
" ... Have to have to use the lights. ... "
" ... I got Smart Bridge, along with a few Phillips Hue lights. ... My Phillip Hue lights were also installed and the app/smart bridge was able to discover them quickly. ... "
" ... I had to buy this for my hue light bulb which didnt say needed a bridge but i guess its my fault for not doing my research but works well looks good and works fine with alexa ... "
" ... I love these lights! ... "
Product Reliability
22lights, stopped working, bridge, stopped, sent
+59%
-41%
" ... After updating, everything works now. ... "
" ... was a refurb that worked perfectly , no issues about a month in so far ... "
" ... worked just fine ... "
" ... So far, it's been running about 3-4 months. ... "
" ... I purchased the Phillips hue bridge and immediately all my lights started working. ... "
" ... I was impressed since I bought it in January 2017 till today. ... "
" ... with no issues. ... "
" ... This has been an excellent piece for automating my room and I have had zero issues. ... "
Setup
20easy, set, instructions, install, easy to set
+85%
-15%
" ... Setup was quick and easy. ... "
" ... It was all set up. ... The entire process took me less than 10 minutes. ... "
" ... Easiest setup I have seen, intergates with so many other systems / companies and can be tailored to your needs. ... "
" ... Easy to setup/use, very good product. ... "
" ... Setup is a breeze. ... Just plug it in, install the App on your phone, push the button on the bridge and you're off and running. ... "
" ... Well packed instructions pretty clear ... "
" ... Easy setup with 4 of the hue bulbs. ... "
" ... It took 10 minutes to get set up and it works great. ... "
Controls
15control, turn, bridge, app, voice control
+60%
-40%
" ... - Press and hold down the center button (on the smart bridge) to sync ... "
" ... I love having control of all the lights in my home at my fingertips :) ... "
" ... I use Smart Things as a master control like everyone should do, so you only need 1 interface. ... "
" ... So fun to turn lights off and on and play with the dimmer feature with ever touching a switch! ... "
" ... It truly gives you all sorts of control over your lighting and mood. ... "
" ... Works really well in my house there is an app so you can turn lights on and off with your phone and you can turn off and on lights even when your not home . ... "
" ... Helps to automate / voice control the lights in my home. ... "
ISP
11upgrade, older, work, set, router
+64%
-36%
" ... It was all set up. ... "
" ... worked just fine ... "
" ... Still need a router. ... "
" ... can connect to my Philips bridge . ... "
" ... works with my Google home. ... "
" ... Much needed upgrade from the original bridge. ... "
Capacity
10lights, home, rooms, new bridge, master
+90%
-10%
" ... Afterward, I set up the lights in my room, as its own room, and voila! ... "
" ... We're making our house a smart home. ... "
" ... Installed this in our newly renovated kitchen. ... "
" ... Soon to be adding more hue lights through out our apartment! ... "
" ... Now he wants some more for his own room. ... We like them so well, we are considering some for our living room. ... "
" ... Very cool to ask Alexa to turn on and off lights in designated rooms. ... "
" ... We have this hub in our basement. ... It spreads wi-fi through two floors of living space. ... "
" ... Such a great addition to my room! ... "
Marketplace
10works, amazon, works as expected, sent, replacement
+70%
-30%
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works fine as expected ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... The unit itself works flawlessly and exactly as advertised. ... "
Ports
10plugged, bridge, router, ethernet, need
+60%
-40%
" ... The hub works like it should but I'll give it 4 stars instead of 5. ... "
" ... - Plug-in Smart Bridge to power ... - Connect it to my router via ethernet cable ... "
" ... For example, a WEMO smart plug connects wirelessly to your internet, then is controllable via internet while away from your home - no hub required. ... So the question is, why couldn't they just make bulbs that are capable of connecting wirelessly without the need of the hub? ... "
" ... Five star for not asking me to connect it to a laptop with a lan cable. ... "
" ... This hub increased my convenience tenfold. ... "
" ... This bridge needs to be plugged directly into an internet access point (e.g., where Internet comes into your house). ... "
Product As Described
8works, works as expected, expected, advertised
+88%
-13%
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works fine as expected ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... The unit itself works flawlessly and exactly as advertised. ... "
Wifi
7internet, wifi, wi fi, router, connected
+29%
-71%
" ... I checked out firewall and the bridge shows as connected to our home network. ... "
" ... How do we live in the century we live in and this thing require an Ethernet connection with your router? ... "
" ... I tried it on my friend's network - no luck there either. ... "
" ... It wouldn't stay connected to the network. ... "
" ... Finally, when I updated my internet, I was unable to reconnect my bridge to my new network. ... "
Price
6waste, product, price, buy, bridge
+33%
-67%
" ... Don’t waste your money. ... "
" ... what a waste . ... "
" ... a waste of my money ... "
" ... Do not buy this bridge or the bulbs its a waste of money. ... "
Returns
5february, amazon, sent, returning, replacement
+20%
-80%
" ... I’m returning this and all my bulbs, and I’m so mad that I got my hopes up and wasted my time. ... "
" ... I am no longer able to return it i had no idea it was used . ... "
" ... I returned it to Amazon. ... "
" ... send it back. ... "
Network
5network, connected, bridge, sort, router
+60%
-40%
" ... We have this hub in our basement. ... It spreads wi-fi through two floors of living space. ... "
" ... So I installed a switch since every room has a hardwired connection. ... "
" ... Still need a router. ... "
Color
3hue, white, light
+100%
" ... I have 45 color Hue’s. ... "
" ... I paired this with 10 Hue lights, both Color and White. ... "
Lagging
3+67%
-33%
" ... I upgraded from gen.1, and it is a big improvement with little to no lag. ... "
" ... System has been very reliable and no issues since startup. ... "
Remote
3bulbs, philips, hue, alexa
+100%
" ... I did have to re-pair Harmony and Alexa. ... "
" ... I have several Hue bulbs, and Philips remote controls working well. ... "
" ... Flawless remote works with 2nd and 3rd generation bulbs. ... "
Call quality
3voice, siri, control the lights
+67%
-33%
" ... The best feature is that it is compatible with Siri ... "
" ... Helps to automate / voice control the lights in my home. ... "
Comfort
3pain, hand
+33%
-67%
" ... This thing just gave me a headache. ... "
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