Philips Hue is smart – and this means that you can use a Bluetooth-controlled set-up to get a limited set of features without the need for a smart lighting hub. Looking for more? Explore Bridge and Bluetooth features
Get basic smart lighting features with Bluetooth
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Set routines and timers
The Routines tab in the Philips Hue app lets you schedule things that happen automatically, such as a timer going off or lights coming on to a certain setting.
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Use smart accessories
Add a Philips Hue dimmer switch or smart plug to your Bluetooth set-up with a tap in the app. You choose how to control your lights!
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Get voice control
Get hands-free help with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Just say the word and your lights will respond.
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Tailor your space to your mood
Whether you transport yourself to Tokyo’s urbans streets or let Tropical twilight wash the room in a beachside feel, Philips Hue Bluetooth lights give you access to the full gallery of handcrafted scenes that match your space to your mood.
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Get it all with the Philips Hue Bridge
The full suite of smart lighting features is at your fingertips! Adding a Bridge to your set-up only takes a few minutes – and enhances the way you experience Philips Hue.
Compare the features
Range
Timers
Wireless dimming
Automatic light control
Voice control
Add accessories
Customise accessories
Add outdoor lights
Out-of-home control
Sort lights by Room/Zone
*When a bulb displays "Up to" a certain number of lumens in its specifications, it displays the maximum lumen output of the bulb. It shows how bright the bulb can get at 2700 K (White bulbs) or 4000 K (White ambiance or White and colour ambiance bulbs). Learn more about brightness.