Customers commend the Hue BR30 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb for its ease of use, brightness, and simple setup. The bulb's compatibility with smart home ecosystems and its automation capabilities are also appreciated. However, some customers find the price to be a drawback.
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Brightness, Setup
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Pricey, but great quality.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Perfect replacement for my non-smart BR30 bulbs. It feels like they are as bright as the LED bulbs that I replaced. Easy set up- easy operation. Color adjustment allows you to match other non-Philips bulbs.
This review is from Philips - Hue BR30 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb - White Ambiance
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Hue Lights
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Purchased these for the downlight in kitchen. Did not want the color here (have in the surrounding rooms), is just nice that I can dial in desired brightness for every situation. I do enjoy how easy they are to setup and control. And being able to use with Alexa or Siri is added bonus. Yes they do cost a little more but you get what you pay for. After trying some of the discounted lights they do not live up to the Hues in brightness, ease of use and the App.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Phillips Hue
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Got these for my finished basement. I have them throughout the entire basement. The app works great and had no problems setting them up at all. They are easy to use, got a couple of colored hue lights as well. So great to change the intensity of the lighting so easily.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Compatibility, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hue, It’s Easy!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I have several, there easy to set up, no fuss, the app walks you. Through the process. Amazon Alexa and Google both recognize and set up using the the lights very easily.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for recessed lights.
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I had a hard time finding these anywhere because of the current supply chain issues so when they popped up as available on bestbuy.com, I jumped all over it. I needed 5 of them to replace my kitchen spots, but already had 2. So I had to buy 2 packs of these and now I have one left. I'm a big Hue fan and these don't disappoint. To be honest, I wish I had done the color ones - I might replace them once my finances recover from the move.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Still a great product.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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These have added to my already large collection of bulbs (most of them are full color). They worked just as well as they always have for initial setup. They are part of my staircase lighting in a room setup that includes four color bulbs which are used in my downstairs cinema.
All of my other bulbs, some of which are 2 years old now (two of which are outside) are still operational.
The only con, at this point is price. Given the durability and ease of use, I'd still say they are worth the extra funds required.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness
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Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Love the lighting options!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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These are a bit pricey with all of the competition of smart bulbs out there, but I wanted quality for the main living room so I purchased with my BB rewards. Purchased 4 of these and the first three I had no problems connecting but the 4th one wouldn't connect so it took a little more time to figure out how to connect without using Alexa, but I got it! I love the different whites of lighting it provides. Way better than the old halogen. I'm hoping to capture better photo images when we have gatherings as well, since the lighting is so much better and gives you warm to cool options. If you're interested in the colored hue option bulbs, I would suggest Sylvania BR30 bulbs. I have these in another room and you get the same quality for half the price of the Phillips Hue Color.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Brightness, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome lights reliable lights
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Awesome lights. My wife and I really like the sunset color. Helps with lighting the bathroom at night. Instead of being blasted with white light in the middle of the night. Especially in conjunction with the hue switch dimmer. Highly recommend. Also yes you have to buy the bridge with any hue lights. Well worth it tho. LIFX is ehhhh. Great for colors, and brightness but hue blows it outta the water when it comes to connecting and turning on the lights.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Compatibility, Ease of use
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works Great!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Easy to use, works well with Alexa! A little pricey, but overall worth the money.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hue just works
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Hue bulbs can be expensive. But, in the long run, I have found that I have better lighting for less money than hiring an electrician and installing new junction boxes, dimmer switches, etc. There other smart bulbs on the market that are as good or better, but Hue offers the complete package that works and offers many more styles and bases of bulbs.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Phillips Hue
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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We have slowly converted all of our lights over to the philips hue and we really like them. The app is easy to use, installation is easy and they work well with the Google home app.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I wanted to turn my house into a smart house and I started with these. I have them in my living room and they are great! East to install and veery bright.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another Great Hue Bulb
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Typical Philips Hue Bulbs. Work great, simple to setup. This version can change to different shades of white (yellow to blue and in between)
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love love Philips Hue lights
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love all the Philips Hue lights! These do not require a 'bridge' however to use them with Alexa or Google Assistant, you must download the app and connect the lights through the app and bluetooth. Once connected, you can "discover" the bulbs with Alexa and create Groups and Routines.
I run a safety lighting protocol at my home, our weekend home and my boat (outside lights on at sunset & off at sunrise, inside lights on and off at random times...
I've tried other smart bulbs and found the Philips Hue bulbs the easiest to connect, program and use.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Brightness, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lights for a wireless home
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Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
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Love being able to use an app or our google home to turn on and off lights. You can change shades of color and dim lighting to your preference.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Compatibility, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works Perfectly!
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have multiple Hue bulbs in my house. These things work perfect with Apple HomeKit. These were very easy to install and are lasting a long time.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for our entertaining area
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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These are perfect and set every evening for our entertaining/family space. Easy to use, multiple options, love the automation of it all.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great smart home lights
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Simple to connect, and operate. Have used Phillips Hue lights for a couple years now, and they have always performed great.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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These work great with my iPhone, Mac, Apple TV and HomePod. It's great to get into bed and then tell Siri to turn off the lights. Plus I've even made a "getting into bed" siri shortcut that automatically turns off the lights directly above my bed, but leaves two on further away, plus turns on two Hue Gos that I've got set up as lamps! I love it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to use
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy set up and easy to use. I have since purchased many bulbs . Worth the cost