Updated October 2026
Data from the official Eve and Philips sites.
2026 verdict
Between two premium European plugs, the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) wins overall, carrying a higher owner rating, a longer 2-year warranty and richer connectivity, since it doubles as a Zigbee router and adds Bluetooth for local control.
The Eve Energy (EU) holds its own on capability: it handles a higher 2500W maximum load, adds energy monitoring the Hue lacks, and reaches a wider ecosystem with Samsung SmartThings and native Matter over Thread. Both are Type F Schuko plugs that need infrastructure to shine (a Thread border router for the Eve, the Hue Bridge for the Philips) and work with HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant. Pick the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) if you run a Hue Bridge and want the better-rated, longer-warranty plug with mesh extension; pick the Eve Energy (EU) if you want energy monitoring, a higher load and Matter and SmartThings support.
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| Feature | Eve Energy (EU) | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.7 | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Maximum Load Power | 2500W | 2300W | Eve Energy (EU) |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | NO | Eve Energy (EU) |
| Connectivity | Thread Protocol | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Eve Energy (EU) |
| Zigbee Router | NO | YES | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type F | Type F | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
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- + Maximum Load Power: 2500W
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.7
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
Winner
$52.40
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Connectivity: Bluetooth, Zigbee
- - Maximum Load Power: 2300W vs 2500W
- - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Eve Energy (EU) or Philips Hue Smart plug (EU)?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) wins overall, with a higher owner rating, a longer 2-year warranty and Zigbee router functionality. The Eve Energy (EU) counters with energy monitoring, a higher 2500W load, and Matter and SmartThings support.
What is the biggest difference between the Eve Energy (EU) and the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU)?
The wireless backbone. The Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) runs Zigbee through the Hue Bridge and acts as a Zigbee repeater, while the Eve Energy (EU) uses Thread with native Matter, adds energy monitoring, and supports Samsung SmartThings.
Does the Eve Energy (EU) have advantages over the Hue plug?
Yes. The Eve Energy (EU) adds energy monitoring, a higher 2500W maximum load, and support for Samsung SmartThings and Matter, none of which the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) provides. The Hue plug has no energy monitoring.
Who should buy the Eve Energy (EU)?
Choose the Eve Energy (EU) if you want energy monitoring, a higher load rating and the widest ecosystem support, including Matter over Thread and Samsung SmartThings, on European Type F outlets.
Who should buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU)?
Choose the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) if you already run a Hue Bridge and want the better-rated, longer-warranty plug that integrates seamlessly with Hue and doubles as a Zigbee repeater.
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