Updated November 2026
Data from the official Meross and Philips sites.
2026 verdict
The Philips Hue Bridge Pro is the more capable smart home hub here, winning on owner rating, warranty and protocols, and it drives a large Hue lighting system with a quad-core processor, 8GB of memory, 150+ light capacity, MotionAware sensor-free motion lighting and a 2-year warranty, all wired or over Wi-Fi. As a Zigbee coordinator it runs a real local mesh, something the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 cannot do because it is a Matter bridge with no Zigbee radio. The Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 still has a place: it is the more affordable option, and for a Meross sensor setup it adds a helpful 110dB siren and connects over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Choose the Philips Hue Bridge Pro for a fast, high-capacity, well-integrated Hue lighting system; pick the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 if you just want a cheap, stable Matter hub for Meross valves and detectors.
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| Feature | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 | Philips Hue Bridge Pro | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £19.99 | $139.99 | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.4 | Philips Hue Bridge Pro |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Philips Hue Bridge Pro |
| Protocols | Matter Bridge | Bluetooth, Zigbee Coordinator, Matter Bridge, Third-Party Devices | Philips Hue Bridge Pro |
| Local Control | Partially | YES | Philips Hue Bridge Pro |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Tie |
£19.99
- + Price: £19.99
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.4
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
Winner
$139.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Protocols: Bluetooth, Zigbee Coordinator, Matter Bridge, Third-Party Devices
- - Price: $139.99 vs £19.99
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hub is better, the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 or the Philips Hue Bridge Pro?
The Philips Hue Bridge Pro wins overall, ahead on rating, warranty and protocols. It is a high-capacity Zigbee and Matter hub for Hue lighting, while the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 is a cheaper Matter bridge that only serves Meross devices.
What is the biggest difference between these two hubs?
The Philips Hue Bridge Pro runs a Zigbee mesh for up to 150+ lights and adds MotionAware, while the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 has no Zigbee and simply bridges Meross's own Wi-Fi sensors and accessories to Matter with a built-in siren.
Do both hubs support Matter and Wi-Fi?
Yes. Both act as Matter bridges and both connect over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The difference is protocol depth: the Philips Hue Bridge Pro is also a Zigbee coordinator with wider platform integrations, which the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 lacks.
Who should buy the Philips Hue Bridge Pro?
Buy the Philips Hue Bridge Pro if you have a large or growing Hue setup and want fast scenes, 150+ device capacity, MotionAware lighting and integration with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant, plus a 2-year warranty.
Who should buy the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450?
Choose the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 if you run Meross sensors and accessories and want an inexpensive, stable Matter hub with a loud 110dB siren. It connects over Wi-Fi or Ethernet but only works with Meross devices.
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