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Philips Hue A19 LED Smart Light Bulb - White and Color Ambiance - 60W Indoor Light Bulb - Control with Hue App - Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Homekit - 3 Pack vs PHILIPS Hue Ensis Smart LED Pendant Light Black, Two LED Light Sources, White & Color Light, Bluetooth Compatible, Voice Control with Alexa, Apple Home & Google Assistant

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Philips Hue A19 LED Smart Light Bulb - White and Color Ambiance - 60W Indoor Light Bulb - Control with Hue App - Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Homekit - 3 Pack
#11 in Smart Lights

Philips Hue

Philips Hue A19 LED Smart Light Bulb - White and Color Ambiance - 60W Indoor Light Bulb - Control with Hue App - Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Homekit - 3 Pack

$134.99

100

Pros

  • +Great base for zigbee mesh network
  • +Bulbs are more responsive
  • +Unique wake-up alarm gradient
  • +Can slowly transition to warmer colors over time

Cons

  • Tos changes can make products obsolete
  • Tos changes force updates/privacy agreements
The hue bulbs make a great base to the mesh network as well, so you don't really have to worry about wireless devices bogging down the mesh.
PHILIPS Hue Ensis Smart LED Pendant Light Black, Two LED Light Sources, White & Color Light, Bluetooth Compatible, Voice Control with Alexa, Apple Home & Google Assistant
#2 in Smart Lights

Philips Hue

PHILIPS Hue Ensis Smart LED Pendant Light Black, Two LED Light Sources, White & Color Light, Bluetooth Compatible, Voice Control with Alexa, Apple Home & Google Assistant

$527.99

100

Pros

  • +Not glaring or blinding
  • +Very soft light
  • +Good for dinner tables
  • +Available in black to fit themes

Cons

  • Hanging too high can result in light in peoples faces
  • Us version has a 5” circular cover that contradicts the slim aesthetic
  • Not suitable for households with young children who might pull on it
The light is amazing, because it is not glaring or blinding at all, but very soft, which is tons better for a dinner table.