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Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 vs Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800

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Updated August 2026
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2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 over Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100, driven by price and integrations. The main reason it wins is price and integrations, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. Pick Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 only when rating and warranty are the deciding factor for your setup. That is why the final call still favors Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800.
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FeaturePhilips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800Winner
Price$39.99$23.03Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800
Rating4.64.5Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100
Warranty3 years2 yearsPhilips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterPhilips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800
ConnectivityBluetooth, ZigbeeBluetooth, ZigbeeTie
Bulb InterfaceE26E26Tie
Power Off MemoryYESYESTie
ColorYESYESTie
Adjustable BrightnessYESYESTie
Adjustable TransitionYESYESTie
Dynamic ScenesYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 or Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800?

Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 and Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 lists $39.99, while Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 lists $23.03.

Which one looks better on price?

Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 is listed at $39.99, while Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 is listed at $23.03. Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 (better spec).

Who should buy Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100?

Choose Philips Hue Smart Bulb - White and Color 1100 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800?

Choose Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than rating.

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