Philips Hue Starter Kit (3 Bulbs + Hub)
Why we picked it
Still the gold standard in smart lighting — the Hub makes it rock-solid and fast where Wi-Fi bulbs lag, with 16M colours and support for Alexa, Google and Apple Home.
Good
- Reliable Hub-based system
- 16M colours + scenes
- Works with all assistants
- Huge accessory range
Watch-outs
- Hub adds upfront cost
- Premium per-bulb price
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