Philips Hue

Philips Hue White Ambiance E27 Bulb compatibility profile

Matter, Thread, hub requirements, ecosystem support, known limitations, alternatives, and Home Assistant automation fit.

Matter: bridgeThread: noLocal control: partialConfidence: high

Compatibility matrix

PlatformStatusRequired hubsPage
Home AssistantPartially compatiblePhilips Hue Bridge, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridgeOpen
Apple HomePartially compatiblePhilips Hue Bridge, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridgeOpen
Google HomePartially compatiblePhilips Hue Bridge, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridgeOpen
AlexaPartially compatiblePhilips Hue Bridge, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridgeOpen
AqaraPartially compatiblePhilips Hue BridgeOpen

Connectivity & Matter details

Matter connectionMatter via bridge
Thread roleNot a Thread device
Needs Thread border routerNo
Local controlPartial (some cloud)
Required hubsPhilips Hue Bridge

Known limitations

  • Requires a Philips Hue Bridge for most functions
  • Hue Bridge exposes bulbs as Matter Bridge accessories — some advanced Hue features not available outside Hue app
  • Maximum 50 Zigbee devices per Hue Bridge

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