But don’t take our word for it. Try it out for yourself. Take your fingers off that outdated manual light switch and check out our top picks for the best smart light bulbs. The Bluetooth option covers only one room, and you have to be within Bluetooth range to control the lights with your phone. The hub lets you control your lights from anywhere, and it covers your entire house. That said, the starter kit is a pretty good deal. You get four bulbs and a Hue hub all in one kit. The Yeelight also uses slightly less energy than most of the picks on our list. And while this version of the LIFX Mini bulb offers only one color (white), you can get a version that lets you choose from millions of colors. If you already use other Sengled products, like a Sengled outdoor security light then these smart bulbs fit right in with your existing stuff. If you want lights that play well with your other smart stuff, the Eufy may not be your top choice. Again, not bad for mood lighting. And the bulb is still dimmable. But we like having options. But if you love the concept of customizable smart lighting as an art piece you design yourself, then the Nanoleaf will let your artistic spirit roam free. Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance Starter Kit: Best for smart homes—Philips Hue is the gold standard for smart lighting. It works with a ton of other brands and smart home platforms. Just know you’ll probably want to buy the optional Hue Bridge too. Yeelight Smart LED Color Bulb: Best hub-free option—The Yeelight offers a lot of the same features as the Philips Hue system, but it has fewer direct third-party integrations. On the upside, you don’t need a hub. Wyze Bulb: Best budget buy—The Wyze Bulb is an affordable way to break into smart lighting. Just know you can’t get a multicolor option. LIFX Mini White: Most energy efficient—The LIFX Mini Warm White bulb is subtle and won’t stick out of the tops of lamps. Plus, it uses less energy than some other options. Sengled Smart Wi-Fi Bulb Soft White: Best dimmable white bulb—The Sengled Smart Wi-Fi Bulb Soft White doesn’t let you adjust color temperature, but it does give you a dimmable smart bulb for a reasonable price. Eufy Lumos Smart Bulb: Best tunable white bulb—The Eufy Lumos Smart Bulb 2.0 Soft White lets you adjust the color temperature (although this particular model doesn’t give you multiple color options). TP-Link Kasa Filament Smart Bulb: Most decorative bulb—The TP-Link Kasa Filament Smart Bulb has a stylish filament look that will brighten up any room. Just know it’s not quite as bright as other options. Nanoleaf Canvas Smart Light Panels: Best panel lights—Nanoleaf Canvas Smart Panels let you create your own designs and sync the lights to music and movies. They’re great for parties, but not so great for your budget. Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance Outdoor Lightstrip: Best smart lightstrip—Lightstrips are bright and can light up outdoor spaces and add ambiance to your patio. The Philips Hue Outdoor Lightstrip works with tons of other smart stuff and has a high weather rating for outdoor use. Do you use smart lighting in your home? Which smart bulbs do you prefer? Tell us about your experience in the comments!
