Philips Hue just dropped their Essential series at $15/bulb while IKEA goes all-in on Matter with 20+ new products launching January 2026. After 10+ years installing smart homes, here’s everything you need to know to choose the RIGHT smart lighting brand for your budget.
0:00 – Intro
1:45 – IKEA vs Hue Overview
3:30 – Philips Hue Essential
5:15 – IKEA Matter Products
7:00 – Price Comparison
8:45 – Connectivity Guide
10:15 – Color Quality
11:30 – Real-World Setup
12:30 – Final Verdict
🛒 PRODUCTS FEATURED:
• Philips Hue Essential A19 (4-pack) US – $60:
• Philips Hue Essential A60 (4-pack) EU – €67:
• Philips Hue Bridge Pro – 150 lights capacity, US:
• Philips Hue Bridge Pro – 150 lights capacity, EU: (Sold out right now)
• Philips Hue Starter Kit: Bridge Pro + 3 GU10, EU:
NEW IKEA Matter Products (Jan 2026):
• Timmerflotte – Temperature/humidity sensor
• Myggspray – Motion sensor with light detection
• Myggbett – Door/window sensor
• Alpstuga – Air quality monitor
• Klippbok – Water leak sensor with siren
• Bilresa – Programmable switches
• Grillplats/Tofsmygga – Indoor/outdoor smart plugs
💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✅ IKEA = Best budget option ($250 for whole home)
✅ Hue Essential = Premium quality at near-budget prices ($400)
✅ Hue Flagship = Ultimate performance ($800+)
✅ Mix all three = Smart strategy for different rooms
With Matter and Thread, you’re NOT locked into one ecosystem anymore. Start with IKEA, add Hue Essential, upgrade flagship for key rooms – all controlled from one app.
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💬 Which brand are you choosing? Drop your setup in the comments!
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💡 **PHILIPS HUE ESSENTIAL** (My Top Pick for Value)
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✅ Essential A19 4-Pack ($15/bulb): https://amzn.to/4ougQG9
✅ Essential Single Bulb ($25): https://amzn.to/484yv1o
✅ Essential BR30 Downlights: https://amzn.to/47APOHu
✅ Hue Bridge (required for Zigbee): https://amzn.to/3JTi4vG
✅ Hue Bridge Pro (150 lights!): https://amzn.to/47vB10C
💰 *Save 50% vs flagship Hue, same ecosystem*
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💡 **IKEA TRADFRI** (Budget Champion)
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✅ Tradfri Color Bulbs ($10-15): Check your local IKEA
✅ Dirigera Hub (Matter controller): Check your local IKEA
⚡ *New Matter products launching January 2026!*
Other Matter Hubs:
✅ Amazon Echo US: https://amzn.to/49bwfXm
✅ Amazon Echo EU: https://amzn.to/47vAThE
✅ Google Nest Audio (3-pack) US: https://amzn.to/4qRGpCE
My experience Apple HomePods with IKEA MoT devices is inexpensive, works very nicely, and doesn’t need the internet to operate.
Govee is better than both, cost slightly more than IKEA but connectivity and colour accuracy is far better.
Very nice video !! Thank you for that
How do i connect a IKEA Kajplats to my Philips Hue Hub?