Philips Hue Essential White and Color GU10
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Fitting light source | GU10 (spot) | |
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Color light | Color and white | |
Brightness (range) | 7 - 345 lm | |
Power supply type | Power grid | |
Smart home platform | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Google Home, Homey, IFTTT, Matter, Razor Chroma, Samsung SmartThings, Siri Shortcuts | |
Material | Plastic | |
Depth | 5 cm |
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The Philips Hue essential GU10 spotlights are an essential addition for anyone looking to automate their lighting. This 'Essential' version promises the full Hue experience at an often more accessible price. Installation and Integration One of the biggest advantages of the GU10 Essential bulbs is their seamless integration into the Hue ecosystem. Installation is a breeze: Direct control via Bluetooth with the Hue app. So you don't need a bridge to use basic functionality. Full Bridge Integration: For full functionality – such as automations, out-of-home control and integration with other smart home systems (such as Google Home or Amazon Alexa) – simply connect them to the Hue Bridge. Adding them via the app is lightning fast and hassle-free. They offer both warm to cool white light and the full spectrum of colored light, making them extremely versatile for any ambiance. Light Quality and Color Rendering Overall, the light quality is of a high standard, as we have come to expect from Hue. The bulbs are dimmable and the white balance is excellent for both functional and ambient lighting. However, there is one major point of criticism: the color rendering deviates slightly from the 'original' (non-Essential) Hue bulbs. When setting specific, vibrant colors (such as deep red or bright green), we noticed a subtle but visible difference in hue and intensity. This isn't a problem if you're using the Essential GU10s in a separate room or if you only have Essential bulbs in one fixture. But if you mix them with the original Hue bulbs, you will see a hue difference.
Ralf
18 October 2025
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Color and light significantly influence the atmosphere in your home. With Hue, you can change the mood at any time with light and color. There are countless options and combinations. Very easy to use; very user-friendly.
Henny
27 October 2025
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As a fan of Philips Hue products, I was curious about the "new" line. And, as I kind of expected, I wasn't disappointed! I installed the GU10 spotlights in the low-lighting area of my shower wall. Because you can choose from all the colors, you can turn on the lights as needed, and also dim them if necessary.
I'm a fan of the scenes you can select in the Hue app, which sets all the lights in a room to a specific color scheme. Of course, these lights also connect perfectly with the accessories; I connected these spotlights to a motion sensor. Saves me from having to press any buttons ;)
I also have two standard scenes that I use depending on the time of day. To be honest, Hue products are a significant investment, but I think they're definitely worth it.
Lisette
24 October 2025
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Product number | 968160 | |
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Manufacturer code | 929004235701 | |
Brand | Philips Hue | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Depth | 5 cm |
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Width | 5 cm |
Height | 5,5 cm |
Color | White |
Material | Plastic |
Weight | 0,05 kg |
Built-in WiFi | ||
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Bluetooth | ||
Adjustable remotely | ||
Controllable via remote control |
Fitting light source | GU10 (spot) | |
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Dimmable | ||
Dimmable via | App | |
Light source power | 4,7 W | |
Number of lights included | 1 | |
Bridge required for WiFi connection | ||
Color light | Color and white | |
Brightness (range) | 7 - 345 lm | |
Product line | Essential |
Power supply type | Power grid | |
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Energy label | F |
Controls via app | ||
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Controlled via Android app | ||
Controlled via Apple app | ||
Compatible with smartphone / apps | ||
Smart home platform | Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Google Home, Homey, IFTTT, Matter, Razor Chroma, Samsung SmartThings, Siri Shortcuts |