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Product number | 968161 | |
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Manufacturer code | 929004235407 | |
Brand | Philips Hue | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Depth | 6 cm | |
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Width | 6 cm | |
Height | 11,1 cm | |
Color | White | |
Material | Plastic | |
Weight | 0,05 kg |
Built-in WiFi | ||
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Bluetooth | ||
Adjustable remotely | ||
Controllable via remote control |
Fitting light source | E27 (large fitting) | |
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Dimmable | ||
Dimmable via | App | |
Light source power | 8 W | |
Number of lights included | 3 | |
Bridge required for WiFi connection | ||
Color light | Color and white | |
Brightness (range) | 16 - 806 lm |
Power supply type | Power grid | |
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Energy label | F |
Controls via app | ||
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Controlled via Android app | ||
Controlled via Apple app | ||
Compatible with smartphone / apps |
Fitting light source | E27 (large fitting) | |
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Color light | Color and white | |
Brightness (range) | 16 - 806 lm | |
Power supply type | Power grid | |
Material | Plastic | |
Depth | 6 cm |
According to our smart light expert
These lights provide all shades of white and colored light, so it's suitable for every situation.
You can place these lights in every fixture with a large E27 fitting.
With a bridge, you can also set the lights outdoors and choose fixed routines.
The shades of white and light colors of the Essential series are less precise than that of the regular Philips Hue lights.
Without bridge, you can control a maximum of 10 lights or accessories.
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This new lamp series, called Essential, is in the entry-level segment. I already have a lot of Philips Hue lamps. Installation is just as quick and easy as with all the other lamps I already own. What I've noticed is that the color range is less than the regular series, especially the color transition. Dimming is limited to 2% instead of 0.2%, and the color quality is slightly lower. That doesn't mean it's bad, but more because I can compare it to what I have. So, for entry-level or basic use, these are excellent lamps. They have at least the same features as the regular lamps. If you have the new Bridge Pro, these new lamps can also use Matter over Thread. The Essential lamps can then function as a kind of motion sensor. Based on the Zigbee protocol, the lamps detect movement and, for example, turn on when you enter a room. Very cool, and that's next on my list.
Jelle
31 October 2025
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The Philips Hue Essential A60 E27 bulbs are truly fantastic. I added them to my Hue system in just a few minutes, and everything worked perfectly right away. The light is powerful and bright during the day, but can also be warm and atmospheric in the evening. The colors are vibrant and respond instantly via the app or voice.
A perfect addition to my existing Hue setup, exactly what you expect from Philips Hue!
Fati
17 October 2025
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Ease of use
Luus
29 November 2025
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