Best smart bulbs

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What to look for

Match the fitting (E27, B22, GU10); a hub-free bulb is simpler, a hub is more reliable with many.

Models worth comparing

From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.

Budget

WiZ Colour A60 B22

Anyone wanting an inexpensive colour bulb for a standard UK bayonet fitting without buying a hub.

Connects straight to Wi-Fi, no hub needed
Full colour plus warm to cool white
Works with Alexa, Google Home and Matter

Watch out for: It only connects to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and Matter control needs a third-party Matter hub.

Fitting: B22
Brightness: 806 lm
Colour: Full colour, 2200-6500K white
Connection: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Works with: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Matter, SmartThings

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Sources: Maker product page

Mid-range

Nanoleaf Essentials Matter A60

Matter households that want bright, accurate colour and a choice between Thread and Wi-Fi versions.

Up to 1,000 lumens with high colour accuracy (CRI 90 or above)
Matter over Thread or Matter over Wi-Fi versions
Sold in B22 and E27 fittings

Watch out for: The Thread version needs a Thread border router and Matter hub for full smart home control.

Fitting: B22 or E27
Brightness: Up to 1,000 lm
Colour: 16M+ colours, 2700-6500K white
Connection: Thread or Wi-Fi (Matter), Bluetooth
Works with: Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings

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Sources: Maker product page

Premium

Philips Hue White and Colour Ambiance A60 E27 810

Buyers who want the most complete smart lighting ecosystem, with accessories and scenes that grow with the home.

Dims right down to 0.2% brightness
Works over Bluetooth, or Zigbee with a Hue Bridge
Broad compatibility including Matter, Apple Home and SmartThings

Watch out for: This version is an E27 screw fit, so UK bayonet lamps need the B22 model, and voice control needs a Hue Bridge.

Fitting: E27
Brightness: Up to 810 lm
Colour: White and colour
Connection: Bluetooth, Zigbee
Works with: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, Matter (Hue Bridge for voice)

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Sources: Maker product page

Pro

Philips Hue White and Colour Ambiance A67 B22 1600

Large rooms or main ceiling lights where a standard smart bulb is not bright enough.

1,600 lumens, equivalent to a 100W bulb
UK bayonet B22 fitting
Dims down to 0.2% for night-time use

Watch out for: Voice control needs a Hue Bridge, which is an extra purchase if you are new to Hue.

Fitting: B22
Brightness: 1,600 lm
Colour: White and colour
Connection: Bluetooth, Zigbee
Works with: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, Matter (Hue Bridge for voice)

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Sources: Maker product page

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