Brand guide
Philips Hue: our view of the brand
Philips Hue is Signify’s connected lighting range — the reference for smart bulbs in Europe. Here are the models we cite, official EPREL figures, what the Hue Bridge adds, and warranty facts for products bought in the EU/UK.
Official EPREL data (bulbs we compare)
| Model | Flux | Power | Colour | CRI | Class | EPREL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White E27 806 lm | 806 lm | 7.5 W on (9 W max listed) | 2700 K fixed | 80 | F | 739280 |
| White Ambiance E27 | 1100 lm at 4000 K | 8.1 W (0.1 W standby) | 1000–20000 K tunable | ≥80 | D | 2187086 |
| White & Color kit | 1055 lm useful | 11 W (0.5 W network standby) | 2000–6500 K + colour | 80 | F | 9290024688A sheet |
Strengths
- White Ambiance ≈136 lm/W (1100 lm / 8.1 W) — best energy class among our connected picks.
- No hub to start: Bluetooth controls up to ~10 bulbs from the phone.
- With Hue Bridge (Zigbee): remote access, automations, larger homes.
- White fixed, tunable white, or colour ranges.
Limits
- White 806 lm and Color ≈107 and 96 lm/W — class F.
- Standby 0.1–0.5 W per bulb (up to ~4.4 kWh/year each if always powered).
- CRI 80 — fine for living rooms, tight for kitchen worktops or mirrors.
- Remote access and advanced automations need the Bridge (included in starter kits).
- 2-year manufacturer warranty on 3 h/day average use; software not covered.
Support: Philips Hue help line 00800 7445 4775 (EU). Our picks: Check price on Amazon UK Check price on Amazon UK Check price on Amazon UK
Listing data from manufacturer/Amazon pages checked 23 October 2026. Prices change — verify before buying. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Compare Wi-Fi: gift guide. Zigbee vs Wi-Fi on the French article.