One of the easiest and most affordable ways to dive into smart home technology is with smart lighting. Here's what you need to know to get started, along with reviews of the top Bluetooth and Wi-Fi LEDs we've tested.
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UpdatedMay 13, 2024
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Light bulbs have grown exponentially smarter in recent years. You can now replace your standard incandescent bulb with a variety of connected solutions you can control with just a few taps on your smartphone or tablet. Some even connect with smartwatches and voice assistants. But with so many options flooding the smart home market, which one is right for you?
We've rounded up the highest-rated smart bulbs and lighting accessories we've tested here. Read on for our top picks, and scroll down for general information about smart lighting and some points to consider while shopping.
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Best White Bulb Jump ToDetails Best Multicolor Bulb Jump ToDetails Best for Recessed Fixtures Jump ToDetails Best Hue Bulb Jump ToDetails Best Outdoor String Lights Jump ToDetails Best Accent Lighting Jump ToDetails Best Smart Night-Light Jump ToDetails Best Smart Table Lamp Jump ToDetails Best for Kids Jump ToDetails Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Light Bulb
Roku Smart Bulb SE Color
Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 Smart Bulb
Philips Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance Bulb
Govee Lynx Dream Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Outdoor String Lights
TP-Link Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip (KL430)
Globe Electric Smart Ambient Light
Philips Hue Iris Table Lamp
Amazon Echo Glow
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Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Light Bulb
Best White Bulb
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
Philips makes some of our favoritesmart light bulbs, but its Hue LEDs are prciey. Starting at just $9.97, the Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Light Bulb is a far more affordable option. It offers ample features for the price, including support for IFTTT integrations and voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri Shortcuts. It delivers 800 lumens of brightness, which is roughly equivalent to a 60-watt incandescent bulb, and it has a 2700K (warm) color temperature.
Who It's For
The Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz bulb offers loads of value and convenience for its low price. It works with Wi-Fi for app control without needing a separate hub, it supports voice commands, and it features plenty of customization options. Its companion app lets you create Scenes to set the mood for different occasions, Rhythms to automate lighting adjustments based on the time of day, and Schedules to enable your preferred light mode on certain days and times.
PROS
- Affordable
- No hub required
- Connects via Wi-Fi for remote app control
- Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and Siri shortcuts
- Supports light Rhythms, Scenes, and Schedules
CONS
- Finicky Wi-Fi setup and app control in testing
- No HomeKit support
SPECS
Name | Value |
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Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT |
Base Type | E26 |
Light Color | White |
Light Color Temperature | 2,700K |
Output | 800 lumens |
Wattage | 8.8 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 60 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 25000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Roku Smart Bulb SE Color
Best Multicolor Bulb
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
If you want your pick of colors and white tones, the affordable Roku Smart Bulb SE Color has you covered. It can display 16 million colors, and a white light temperatures ranging from 1,800K (warm) to 6,500K (cool). It's also dimmable, with a brightness range between 30 and 1,100 lumens. The Bulb SE Color uses an embedded 2.4GHz Wi-Fi radio to connect to your home network and a Bluetooth radio to pair with Roku's mobile app. It works with Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls, as well as Roku's voice service if you connect it to a compatible media streaming device such as the Roku Ultra. You can also configure it to interact with Roku's other smart home devices.
Who It's For
At a little less than $10 per bulb, the Roku Smart Bulb SE Color is an excellent low-cost smart lighting solution for livening up fixtures with an E26 screw-in base. It works particularly well in homes with other Roku devices.
PROS
- Affordable
- Good color quality
- Doesn't require a hub
- Supports voice control
- Interacts with other Roku devices
CONS
- Doesn't work with HomeKit, IFTTT, or Matter
- Limited integration potential
SPECS
Name | Value |
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Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
Base Type | E26 |
Light Color | Color |
Light Color Temperature | 1800K-6500K |
Output | 1100 lumens |
Wattage | 12 watts |
Watt Equivalence | |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 25000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 Smart Bulb
Best for Recessed Fixtures
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
The Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 is a full-featured smart bulb for recessed fixtures that uses Matter technology to integrate with the most widely used home automation platforms including Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. It offers customizable lighting for recessed outlets, with voice control support, robust colors, and fun effects. The 8.5-watt LED bulb can display more than 16 million colors, and white color temperatures ranging from 2,700K (warm) to 6,500K (cool), with a maximum brightness of 1,000 lumens.
Who It's For
If you're looking to smarten up your recessed or track lighting, the Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 is a top choice. You can control the Nanoleaf BR30 bulb from its companion mobile app (available for Android and iOS), but it doesn't have a built-in Wi-Fi radio. Therefore, if you want to control it remotely and integrate it with third-party smart home ecosystems, you’ll need a separate device that serves as a Thread border router.
PROS
- Rich colors
- Works with numerous platforms
- Voice control
- Thread and Matter support
- Mood lighting effects
CONS
- Requires a Thread border router for remote control
- No Wi-Fi
- Tricky setup
- Only available in a three-pack
SPECS
Name | Value |
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Connectivity | Bluetooth |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit |
Base Type | E26 |
Light Color | Color |
Light Color Temperature | 2,700K to 6,500K |
Output | 1000 lumens |
Wattage | 8.5 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 60 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 3 years |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 Smart Bulb Review
Philips Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance Bulb
Best Hue Bulb
3.5 Good
Why We Picked It
The Philips Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance is the first Huesmart bulbequipped with a Bluetooth radio, which means you can control it without connecting it to aHue Bridge: Its app lets you turn it on and off, dim it, and change colors and color temperature settings, and the Ambiance supports Alexa and Google voice commands. You can pair it to a Hue Bridge if you want to control it from afar, as well as take advantage of smart home integration and other features that make Hue a best-in-class smart lighting platform.
Who It's For
If you want to dip your toe into the smart lighting waters before investing in a pricey hub-controlled system, the Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance bulb is a good place to start. It performed well in our tests and is easy to install, and you can add it to your Hue ecosystem should you decide to go all out.
PROS
- Works without a hub.
- Easy to install.
- Vibrant colors.
- Supports Alexa and Google voice commands.
- Can be added to Hue ecosystem.
CONS
- Expensive.
- Requires Hue Bridge for remote access and to use other Hue features.
SPECS
Name | Value |
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Connectivity | Bluetooth, ZigBee |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT |
Base Type | E26 |
Light Color | Color, White |
Light Color Temperature | 2000-6500K |
Output | 800 lumens |
Wattage | 10 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 60 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 22 years |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Philips Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance Bulb Review
Govee Lynx Dream Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Outdoor String Lights
Best Outdoor String Lights
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
For a festive way to illuminate your outdoor spaces, try string lights such as the Govee Lynx Dream. Each string has dimmable multicolor LED bulbs that you can control with your voice or phone. They also support IFTTT applets, and you get a generous selection of preset lighting scenes and a fun Music Sync mode that's great for parties.
Who It's For
The Govee Lynx Dream String Lights are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to add colorful lighting outside of their home. Available in 48 or 96 feet, the strings are weatherproof, easy to install, and support remote control via voice commands or the flexible Govee Home mobile app. They also look great and are simply fun to use.
PROS
- Lots of customizable lighting effects
- Supports Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands
- Works with IFTTT
- No hub required
CONS
- Bulbs are spaced far apart
- No HomeKit support
SPECS
Name | Value |
---|---|
Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT |
Base Type | Strip |
Light Color | Color, White |
Light Color Temperature | 2,700K |
Output | 50 lumens |
Wattage | 12 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 1.2 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 20000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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TP-Link Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip (KL430)
Best Accent Lighting
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
The Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip offers an easy way to add a splash of color to any area of your home. This thin, flexible strip of plastic contains LEDs that emit white and colored light that you can control using the Kasa mobile and with Alexa and Google voice commands. It also offers some neat lighting effects, works with third-party smart devices, and can tell you how much power it’s using.
Who It's For
If you want to add color to a bookshelf, brighten up a bare wall, or create the perfect movie night mood lighting effect, the TP-Link Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip is a good way to do it. It’s very easy to install, can be cut to fit your specific needs, and it delivers bright, colorful lighting and a wide range of whites.
PROS
- Easy to install
- Alexa and Google voice control
- Works with third-party devices
- Can be extended up to 33 feet
- Cool lighting effects
- Energy usage reports
CONS
- Pricey extension strips
- Lacks HomeKit support
SPECS
Name | Value |
---|---|
Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT |
Base Type | Strip |
Light Color | Color |
Light Color Temperature | 2500K-9000K |
Output | 1400 lumens |
Wattage | 17 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 100 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 25000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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TP-Link Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip (KL430) Review
Globe Electric Smart Ambient Light
Best Smart Night-Light
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
The Globe Smart Ambient Light is a plug-in night-light with a built-in motion sensor that illuminates the way when you approach it. You can tune the LED to a specific white color temperature or display any number of RGB colors, create lighting schedules, and control everything from either an app or with your voice.
Who It's For
The Globe Smart Ambient Light is worth checking out if you're looking for a night-light to illuminate hallways, closets, bedrooms, and any other parts of your home with a soft, colorful glow.
PROS
- Easy to install
- Supports Alexa, Google, and Siri voice commands
- Broad color range
- Dual-band Wi-Fi
- Works with SmartThings platform
CONS
- Doesn't support HomeKit or IFTTT
- Narrow motion detection range
SPECS
Name | Value |
---|---|
Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Base Type | Standalone |
Light Color | Color |
Light Color Temperature | 2,000K-5,000K |
Output | |
Wattage | 25 watts |
Watt Equivalence | |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 15000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Philips Hue Iris Table Lamp
Best Smart Table Lamp
4.0 Excellent
Why We Picked It
The Philips Hue Iris is a smart and stylish table lamp that lets you set the mood instantly. It displays 16 million colors and a wide range of warm and cool white tones to create the perfect ambience, and it supports routines to wake you up and help you sleep. The newest model offers a 570-lumen maximum output, more than double that of its predecessor, and adds Bluetooth support so you can control it from your phone without a separate hub, though you'll need a Philips Hue bridge (sold separately) to do so when you're out of the house.
Who It's For
If you're looking for a smart, stylish table lamp that can evoke a specific vibe instantly, the Philips Hue Iris is a terrific standalone smart accent light for beginners and existing Hue users alike. It's easy to set up and use and even easier on the eyes, offering preset white or color scenes, along with the ability to create and save your own.
PROS
- Wide color and white temperature range
- Stylish design
- Features Bluetooth for hub-free app control
- Supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands
CONS
- Some features require a Hue Bridge hub
SPECS
Name | Value |
---|---|
Connectivity | Bluetooth, ZigBee |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant |
Base Type | Standalone |
Light Color | Color, White |
Light Color Temperature | 2,000K to 6,500K |
Output | 570 lumens |
Wattage | 8.1 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 40 watts |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 25000 hours |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Amazon Echo Glow
Best for Kids
3.5 Good
Why We Picked It
The Amazon Echo Glow is a kid-friendlysmart lightthat cycles through 16 colors with a tap of your hand. This smallish orb-like lamp supports the kid-friendly FreeTime subscription service and offers a Rainbow Timer that uses colors to help motivate kids to complete tasks like homework or brushing their teeth on time. It can also be included in Alexa routines to let your child know when it's time to get ready for bed.
Who It's For
If you're looking for a fun and colorful mood light or a night-light for a child's room, the Echo Glow is a top pick. Just keep in mind that you'll need a separate Alexa device to control the Glow with your voice as it lacks a speaker and microphone, and it's not bright enough to be used as a bedside lamp.
PROS
- Easy to install and use
- Dimmable
- Tap control
- Interacts with other smart devices via Alexa routines
CONS
- Light could be brighter
- Requires Echo device for voice control
- Lacks IFTTT support
SPECS
Name | Value |
---|---|
Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa |
Base Type | Standalone |
Light Color | Color, White |
Light Color Temperature | 2,600K |
Output | 100 lumens |
Wattage | 7 watts |
Watt Equivalence | |
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | |
Requires Hub | |
Dimmable | |
Geofencing/Location Services | |
Scheduling |
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Buying Guide: The Best Smart LED Light Bulbs for 2024
What Does a Smart Light Bulb Do?
Smart bulbs offer a degree of control and interactivity you just can't get with traditional bulbs, including scheduled timers and remote control options. They're also more convenient; it's easier to tap on a smartphone screen than to get up and trudge over to a wall switch.
Beyond keeping you out of the dark, you can schedule or remotely control most of the bulbs we've reviewed, which is great if you want to save on energy costs or often forget to turn off the lights before leaving the house. Some bulbs use geofencing, which means they work with the GPS in your smartphone to automatically turn on or off when you get home or leave the house. Color-changing bulbs are also great for mood lighting, and some can even sync with certain movies and TV shows.
Some bulbs are compatible with Amazon's Alexa, Apple's HomeKit, or Google Assistant, which means you can control your home lighting with just your voice. You can also integrate some of the bulbs on this list with security cameras, thermostats, and other smart home devices. IFTTT compatibility further lets you create recipes that automatically cause your lights to react to certain triggers, like phone notifications or weather changes.
Can a Smart Bulb Change Color?
Some of the bulbs on this list are just white, while others can take on any color of the rainbow. Color is a fun way to add atmosphere to your home, but often results in a pricier bulb.
Most of the smart bulbs we review are marketed as equivalent to 60-watt incandescent models, which sounds self-explanatory, but some bulbs are brighter than others. To see just how bright a light is, you need to look at the lumens it puts out (listed in the table below): the more lumens, the brighter the light.
Another factor to keep in mind is color temperature. Higher temperatures, such as 8,500K, look like harsh office lighting, which is fine for staying awake or working. Lower temperatures, such as 2,500K, translate to a cozy, warm glow that's perfect for relaxing.
How Do I Connect My Smart Bulb to My Phone?
Some smart bulbs need to connect to your smartphone through a home automation hub, which usually means a higher price and an extra step or two in the installation process.
Other bulbs cut out the middleman and connect to your phone or tablet directly via Wi-Fi. Still others connect via Bluetooth—but, in that case, you can control the lights only when you are within the much smaller Bluetooth range.
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Since you are likely going to control these lights from your phone or tablet, make sure that it's easy to do. If you have multiple bulbs, for instance, you should seek out a companion app that lets you easily arrange them in groups for customization.
Of course, you can turn off any connected bulb just as easily by simply flipping the switch. We pay close attention to how each app works and provide a detailed overview in each review.
Are Smart Light Bulbs Worth the Money?
Smart bulbs use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a variety of technologies to work, so they are typically more expensive than traditional bulbs. That's important to keep in mind, especially if you want to upgrade your entire house. But smart bulbs also use less energy and last a lot longer—meaning you can save money in the long run. And as you can see, most of the options on this list fall well below $50, so the price of entry isn't as steep as it used to be. You can now even find sub-$10 options.
Compare SpecsThe Best Smart LED Light Bulbs for 2024
Our Picks | Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Light BulbSee It$10.99 at Amazon | Roku Smart Bulb SE ColorSee It$17.43 at Amazon | Nanoleaf Essentials Matter BR30 Smart BulbSee It$39.99 at Amazon | Philips Hue Bluetooth White and Color Ambiance BulbSee It$38.95 at Walmart | TP-Link Kasa Smart Multicolor Light Strip (KL430)See It$49.62 at Walmart | Globe Electric Smart Ambient LightSee It$24.99 at Amazon | Philips Hue Iris Table LampSee It$109.99 at Amazon | Amazon Echo GlowSee It$19.99 at Amazon | |
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Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, ZigBee | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, ZigBee | Wi-Fi |
Integrations | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
Base Type | E26 | E26 | E26 | E26 | Strip | Strip | Standalone | Standalone | Standalone |
Light Color | White | Color | Color | Color, White | Color, White | Color | Color | Color, White | Color, White |
Light Color Temperature | 2,700K | 1800K-6500K | 2,700K to 6,500K | 2000-6500K | 2,700K | 2500K-9000K | 2,000K-5,000K | 2,000K to 6,500K | 2,600K |
Output | 800 lumens | 1100 lumens | 1000 lumens | 800 lumens | 50 lumens | 1400 lumens | 570 lumens | 100 lumens | |
Wattage | 8.8 watts | 12 watts | 8.5 watts | 10 watts | 12 watts | 17 watts | 25 watts | 8.1 watts | 7 watts |
Watt Equivalence | 60 watts | 60 watts | 60 watts | 1.2 watts | 100 watts | 40 watts | |||
Mfr. Est. Lifespan | 25000 hours | 25000 hours | 3 years | 22 years | 20000 hours | 25000 hours | 15000 hours | 25000 hours | |
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Scheduling | |||||||||
Where to Buy | $10.99 at Amazon $9.97 at The Home Depot | $17.43 at Amazon $17.43 at Walmart | $39.99 at Amazon | $38.95 at Walmart | $69.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Govee | $49.62 at Walmart | $24.99 at Amazon | $109.99 at Amazon | $19.99 at Amazon |
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