Brands
Brands and merchants in our guides
Before buying a bulb, spot or sensor, it helps to know who stands behind it — warranty, returns and whether the brand fits your use case.
| Brand | Type | On this site | Warranty / returns | Our view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips Hue | Connected lighting (Signify) | 3 E27 smart bulbs compared | 2-year manufacturer | Reference for expandable Zigbee; CRI 80 only |
| OSRAM (LEDVANCE) | Manufacturer + shop | Radar Star A75 + official shop | 3–5 years on listed lamp families | Strong datasheets; radar bulb for no-wire automation |
| Luminaire.fr | Merchant (Lampenwelt) | Wide fitting catalogue | 30-day return (FR), paid return postage | When you need a specific pendant or outdoor fitting |
| Steinel | Motion / outdoor | 5 datasheet products | 3-year manufacturer (FR terms) | Best for dedicated motion/dusk hardware |
| Tapo (TP-Link) | Wi-Fi smart | L530E in gift guide | 2-year TP-Link | Cheap entry without hub; class F efficiency |
UK consumers always have statutory rights against the seller; EU/FR pages cite French legal conformity (2 years).
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