8 Best Philips Hue Bulbs of 2026
Eight Philips Hue bulbs compared on connectivity, platform support, and color.
By Ethan Cole
Updated November 10, 2026
Philips Hue sells white, white ambiance, and color bulbs in several shapes. This list covers eight Hue bulbs from Amazon listings. Compatibility claims are taken only from each listing.
See our best smart bulbs list and our Smart Lighting hub for the rest.
Note: a smart bulb needs constant power to stay connected, so leave the wall switch on. Check the base and shape against your fixture, stay within the fixture’s maximum wattage, and look at whether it is rated for enclosed fixtures. Many smart bulbs should not run on a dimmer switch, so check the listing. Look for a UL or ETL mark, and follow the maker’s instructions. Listings differ; we describe what each maker lists.
All Products Compared
| Product | Best For | Pack | Base and Shape | Output and Color | Works With |
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| Philips Hue A19 White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack | Broadest Platform Support | 2 bulbs | E26 and A19 | 800 lm | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Philips Hue A19 Tunable White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack | Matter Support | 2 bulbs | E26 and A19 | 800 lm | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Philips Hue A21 White Smart Bulb | Apple Home Support | 1 bulb | E26 and A21 | 160 lm | Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home |
| Philips Hue Color Smart Bulb, 2 Pack | Color Changing | 2 bulbs | E12 | 470 lm; color | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Philips Hue BR30 Color Smart Bulb | Highest Listed Lumens | 1 bulb | E26 and BR30 | 1200 lm; color | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Philips Hue A19 White Smart Bulb, 4 Pack | Dimmable Option | 4 bulbs | E26 and A19 | 800 lm | Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home |
| Philips Hue A19 Color Smart Bulb, 9 Pack | Most Bulbs in the Pack | 9 bulbs | E26 and A19 | 1100 lm; color | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Philips Hue ST19 Filament Smart Bulb | Filament Style | 1 bulb | E26 and ST19 | See listing | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter |
| Award | Product | WikiHomeLED Score About WikiHomeLED ScoreThe WikiHomeLED Score is our own rating from 0 to 10, calculated the same way for every product from Amazon buyer ratings, adjusted for how many ratings each product has. It is never influenced by manufacturers, retailers, or affiliate commissions. Learn more › | Price | |
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Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
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$14.99 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
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$48.99 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue Smart 100W A21 LED Bulb
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$23.99 | Buy | ||
PHILIPS Hue Smart LED Candle Light Bulb, B39, E12
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$109.99 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue Smart 85W BR30 LED Bulb
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$47.99 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
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$39.99 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue Smart Light Bulbs Starter Kit
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$71.09 | Buy | ||
Philips Hue 40W ST19 White Ambiance LED
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$48.99 | Buy |
Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
Philips Hue Smart 100W A21 LED Bulb
PHILIPS Hue Smart LED Candle Light Bulb, B39, E12
Philips Hue Smart 85W BR30 LED Bulb
Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb
Philips Hue Smart Light Bulbs Starter Kit
Philips Hue 40W ST19 White Ambiance LED
Top 3 Philips Hue bulbs Reviewed
#1 Philips Hue A19 White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack: Broadest Platform Support
Why We Picked It
A 2-pack of white smart bulbs. The listing mentions A19 and E26 shape and base, 800 lumens, Wi-Fi connection, support for Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter, and dimming.
Key Specifications
- Pack: 2 bulbs (listed)
- Base and Shape: E26 and A19
- Output and Color: 800 lumens
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi
- Works With: Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter
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Things to Consider
Broad support helps if you use more than one ecosystem, but each claim is the listing’s own.
Best For
A room where you want phone and voice control of a standard bulb.
Skip It If
You use a smart plug or smart switch instead, or the fixture is on a dimmer you cannot change.
Check current pricing and availability for the Philips Hue A19 White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack.
#2 Philips Hue A19 Tunable White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack: Matter Support
Why We Picked It
A 2-pack of tunable white smart bulbs. The listing mentions A19 and E26 shape and base, 800 lumens, Wi-Fi connection, and support for Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter.
Key Specifications
- Pack: 2 bulbs (listed)
- Base and Shape: E26 and A19
- Output and Color: 800 lumens
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi
- Works With: Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and Matter
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Things to Consider
Matter works through a compatible hub or controller, so check what you already own. The Matter claim is the listing’s own.
Best For
A home built on Matter-compatible hubs.
Skip It If
You use a smart plug or smart switch instead, or the fixture is on a dimmer you cannot change.
Check current pricing and availability for the Philips Hue A19 Tunable White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack.
#3 Philips Hue A21 White Smart Bulb: Apple Home Support
Why We Picked It
A white smart bulb. The listing mentions A21 and E26 shape and base, 160 lumens, Wi-Fi connection, support for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home, and dimming.
Key Specifications
- Pack: 1 bulb (listed)
- Base and Shape: E26 and A21
- Output and Color: 160 lumens
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi
- Works With: Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home
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Things to Consider
Apple Home support depends on the setup the listing describes. Check whether a hub or bridge is needed.
Best For
An Apple Home setup.
Skip It If
You use a smart plug or smart switch instead, or the fixture is on a dimmer you cannot change.
Check current pricing and availability for the Philips Hue A21 White Smart Bulb.
How to Choose Philips Hue bulbs
Lineup
Hue sells white, white ambiance (tunable white), and color bulbs. Pick the tier that fits the room.
Connectivity
Check the listing for how each bulb connects and whether a hub or bridge is needed.
Platform Support
Check that the listing names your voice assistant or app. Compatibility claims here come only from each listing.
Base and Shape
Match the base and shape to your fixture. Most US lamps use E26.
How We Evaluate Philips Hue bulbs
We did not install or run these products. We compared manufacturer specifications and Amazon listing details, selected November 9, 2026. We could not retrieve current Amazon star ratings or rating counts for these listings, so they carry no WikiHomeLED Score, we show no star ratings, and the order is our editorial judgment of the listed specifications, not a score. We looked at base and shape, connectivity, voice assistant and platform support, hub requirements, color range, and dimming. We kept one listing per product family. Compatibility claims are taken only from each listing, and where a listing says a platform is not supported we left it out. Lumen, wattage-equivalent, and white-range figures are as published by each seller and are not our measurements; where a listing is vague or contradicts itself, we say so. Read recent customer reviews before you buy. The full method is on our How We Review page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the brand’s own app?
Most brands set bulbs up through their own app. Check the listing.
Can I mix bulbs from this brand?
Usually yes within the same app. Check the listing.
Do they work with voice assistants?
Many listings name Alexa, Google, or Apple. Check each one.
Final Verdict
Philips Hue A19 White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack is our first pick, Philips Hue A19 Tunable White Smart Bulb, 2 Pack follows, and Philips Hue A21 White Smart Bulb is third. We ordered by the strength of each listing’s stated specifications and platform support, not by ratings. Choose by the platform you use, the base and shape of your fixture, and whether you want color.
New to smart bulbs? Our guides explain how to choose a smart bulb, and whether you need a hub.
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About the author
Ethan Cole leads research and editing at WikiHomeLED, comparing LED lighting for the home through manufacturer specs, manuals, safety listings and owner feedback. Every product is scored against the criteria on our How We Review page, and picks are updated when models change.