Philips Hue has been a leading name in smart home lighting since 2012. The system offers a wide range of products, from bulbs and light strips to switches and sensors, allowing users to control lighting with their smartphones or voice assistants. While the brand is known for its high-end, feature-rich options, it also offers more affordable products to meet different budgets. At the time of writing in summer 2026, the Hue online store lists 98 different smart bulbs, including options for various socket types such as E27, B22, and GU10, as well as smaller bulbs for bedside use. Prices range from as low as £10 for a basic white bulb to over £100 for premium models like the Ellipse series. Philips Hue’s product line is extensive, with over 50 different light strips designed for various purposes, from ambient lighting to gaming and movie setups. Older versions of the strips could only display one color at a time, but newer models can show multiple colors simultaneously. Some strips are specifically designed for gaming monitors and televisions of different sizes, from 27 inches to 75 inches. When paired with the Hue Sync Box, which connects between a TV and gaming console, the light strips can react to on-screen activity. Adding Hue Play Bar lights that project onto walls can create a fully immersive lighting experience. Outdoor lighting is another strong area for Philips Hue, with products like wall-mounted lights, plug-in spotlights, and the Festavia range of multi-colored string lights. Most of these outdoor options are full-color, which makes them more expensive than white-only alternatives. A single Lily garden spotlight can cost around £100, while a full set of festive string lights on a 40-meter cord can exceed £300. Extension cables and weatherproof motion sensors are also available to enhance outdoor setups. The Hue Bridge Pro is a central hub that connects all Hue devices to the Hue app, allowing users to control their lighting from anywhere. It supports up to 186 lights and over 50 accessories, and includes built-in Wi-Fi for easier setup. The Hue app is user-friendly, making it simple to add new lights, name them, and organize them into rooms or zones. It also offers a wide selection of pre-set lighting scenes and automation features, such as mimicking presence to deter intruders or simulating sunrise for a gentle wake-up. Hue lighting integrates with popular smart home platforms like Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home, as well as the Matter standard, making it versatile for users with different smart home ecosystems. While Philips Hue offers a vast range of products and a reliable, expandable system, its high price point can be a drawback. A single room can quickly cost hundreds of pounds, and outfitting an entire home with Hue lighting can easily reach into the thousands. However, the brand's comprehensive product lineup, ease of use, and integration with other smart devices continue to make it a top choice for those looking to enhance their home with smart lighting.