Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Philips and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 beats Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 in 2026, with its clearest edge on rating, integrations, and dynamic scenes.
The main reason it wins is rating, integrations, and dynamic scenes, and zigbee router strengthens that case. You should still consider Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 if price matters more than raw overall balance. As a general recommendation, Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 comes out on top.
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| Feature | Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 | Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 | £16.50 | Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 | Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 |
| Dynamic Scenes | YES | NO | Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 |
| Bulb Interface | E26 | E27 | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | YES | YES | Tie |
| Color | YES | YES | Tie |
| Adjustable Brightness | YES | YES | Tie |
| Adjustable Transition | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
$24.99
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Dynamic Scenes: YES
- - Price: $24.99 vs £16.50
£16.50
- + Price: £16.50
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 or Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3?
Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, integrations, and dynamic scenes.
What is the biggest difference between Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 and Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 lists $24.99, while Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 lists £16.50.
Which one looks better on price?
Philips Hue Essential A19 Smart Bulb - White and Color 800 is listed at $24.99, while Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 is listed at £16.50. Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 (better spec).
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 rating and integrations and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3?
Choose Shelly Multicolor Bulb E27 Gen3 if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
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