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Philips Hue BR30
alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 reviews of Philips Hue BR30. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.5/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the usability. The price is also mentioned favorably.
price, usability
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Philips Hue BR30 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.
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Expert review by : Ry Crist (cnet.com)
This awesome, eight-buck LED is three lights in one bulb
This well-rounded bulb offers three distinct light settings -- just turn off and back on to make a switch.
The BR30-shaped Philips SceneSwitch LED is one of the most efficient floodlights we've ever tested, and it aced our brightness tests, too. The three distinct light settings are a nice bonus that you won't get with other bulbs at this price.
The SceneSwitch floodlight is only available as a mixed-tone bulb, so if you'd rather have a third soft white brightness setting instead of that daylight setting, you're out of luck. It also won't work with traditional dimmer switches.
The Philips SceneSwitch floodlight is a great bargain, and a smart way to bring some limited dimming capability into your home without needing to wire in new light switches.
Aug, 2017
Expert review by (cnet.com)
Philips SlimStyle BR30 LED
Something else the SlimStyle BR30 LED is borrowing from its predecessor is a slimmed-down price point. Due on Home Depot shelves this month at a retail price of $13 each, Philips' flat-minded floodlight will be one of the most affordable BR30 LEDs on...
The Philips SlimStyle BR30 is one of the most affordable LED floodlights you'll find, making it a great value for simple recessed lighting setups.
Like its predecessor, the SlimStyle flickers and buzzes when used with a dimmer switch. It also isn't as bright or as efficient as some of its competitors.
The price is right for this unique light, but as there are other options that offer notably better performance for a few dollars more, you may want to shop around.
Aug, 2014
Expert review by : Ry Crist (cnet.com)
Meet the new SlimStyle LED floodlight
Due on Home Depot shelves this month, Philips' latest LED sports a wicked flattop.
The Philips SlimStyle BR30 is one of the most affordable LED floodlights you'll find, making it a great value for simple recessed lighting setups.
Like its predecessor, the SlimStyle flickers and buzzes when used with a dimmer switch. It also isn't as bright or as efficient as some of its competitors.
The price is right for this unique light, but as there are other options that offer notably better performance for a few dollars more, you may want to shop around.
Aug, 2014
Expert review by : Rich Brown (cnet.com)
A new Hue: Philips adds BR30 smart lights
Philips expands its Hue smart LED bulbs with BR30 Connected Downlight Lamp.
Nov, 2013
Expert review by : Christopher Null (techhive.com)
Philips Smart Wi-Fi LED review: You don’t need a bridge to operate this line of smart bulbs
The bulbs are fine, but the Wiz Connected app isn't nearly as polished as its Philips Hue stablemate.
Connects directly to your Wi-Fi network, no bridge required ; Great lighting quality we’ve come to expect from this manufacturer ; Simple, intuitive app
Simplified setup routine didn’t work ; Disappointingly dim at maximum brightness ; App can be laggy ; App can be laggy
Consumer review (homedepot.com)
Love these Lights
I have almost 2 dozen of these lights in my basement and home theater room. They are fantastic! I love the party atmosphere I can create. The HUE App for IOS is ok, but there are others that take full potential of what these lights can do. These are a...
Lots of Features , Easy to Use , Eco-Friendly , Great Dimming , Very Bright , Nice Design , Easy Installation
Mar, 2015
Consumer review (homedepot.com)
Cool Technology
I have these in my home theater room as well as my home bar area. I would like to outfit my entire basement but they are pricey. There are other IOS apps aside from the HUE app that are much better. I installed the system and had it running within...
Jan, 2015
Consumer review (homedepot.com)
Wifi Bulbs - very cool
Concept is cool. Programming is complicated. Phillips customer support was helpful.
Lots of Features
Complicated
Sep, 2014
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