Reddit mentions of Philips Hue White A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 White Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant)

I entered to amazon thru US VPN and its shows same things.

How didn't you found?

1. Hub + 4 bulbs for $85.
   
2. Hub + 2 bulbs ($50) and 4 bulbs ($42) = Hub + 6 bulbs for $92
   
3. Hub + 2 bulbs ($50) and Dimmer Switch + 1 bulb ($30) = Hub + 3 bulbs + Switch for $80 (this is what here costs $100)

You can get started with the Hue hub and 4 lights. https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Ambiance-Equivalent-Starter-Assistant/dp/B07351P1JK. Those are color. Or you can go the cheaper router and get started with white lights https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Equivalent-Starter-HomeKit-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C.

I believe you just missed a nice memorial day sale. As I said, I try to only buy them when on sale as they're a bit expensive. Good luck!

Hue sells many different configurations of the starter kit, with different amounts and types of bulbs. The cheaper one likely has fewed bulbs, and probably only white bulbs. Older kits can also be cheaper. My opinion is that if you're going to get smart bulbs that don't do color, then you're better of with smart switches. The Hue "white" bulbs are a really ugly yellow that I can't stand. White Ambiance is a nice middle ground, at half the cost of the color bulbs, while giving you full control over the "warmth" spectrum. So you can change your lighting to match the time of day, for instance.

This is the cheapest kit I see on Amazon.com. It's basically the cost of the bridge with 2 white bulbs. Then you have the non-refurb for slightly more. This one is still white bulbs, but now you have 4. This one is like the first kit, but with a dimmer switch. I recommend dimmer switches, as otherwise guests will use the wall switch, disabling your smart bulbs. Then you start getting into the white ambiance kits, this one with a dimmer and 2 bulbs. Finally the color bulb kits will be the most expensive.

So, what's right for you? Depends on what you want. Usually you want to buy the starter kit that has a "free bridge". Use the following price chart to determine the value of your kit:

• White bulb: $15 ea.
  
• White Ambiance bulb: $25 ea.
  
• White & Color Abiance bulb: $50 ea.
  
• Dimmer switch: $20 ea.
  
• Motion Sensor: $40 ea.
  
  If the kit costs the value of it's contents or less, it's worthwhile. If it costs more than that, you're paying for the bridge. Usually the cheaper kits will have you paying more for the bridge. By the time you get into the 4-color-pack range they're giving you a credit.
  
  Now, all that said, if your concern is cheap DO NOT BUY INTO HUE! It's extremely expensive, probably the priciest smart bulb. Ikea Tradfri and LiFX both have cheaper options that are similar in quality. Or if you really want cheap, go with Sengled. Hue is the premium option.

The White Starter Kit (4 bulbs and a bridge) is going for $60
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Starter-Compatible-HomeKit-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=pd_sim_60_8?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=MZC5PBEX9K5RBF2H6YGA&th=1

I have the 1st generation color Lifx bulbs which doesn't require a hub & the Philips Hue white which requires a hub. The Lifx bulbs are pretty neat because without needing the hub, it's 1 less thing to plug in but it's more expensive. I only used the colors for the Lifx bulbs when I first got it, so I ended up switching to the Philips Hue white bulbs. On Amazon 1 white Lifx bulbs costs $24.99 while 4 white Philips Hue bulbs costs $49.99. They both work great with the Google Home, so it's all about your personal preference.

Is it just this? https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Equivalent-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C

Will do. In general I also think any sort of home automation gizmo is fun. Like Philips Hue White A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 White Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XFy.BbYX75PQ3

You need their lights. This is a hub + the basic white lights. Philips Hue White A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 White Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_0lpYBb3GCTRER

If you need more than 4 I'd wait for a sale. Also check local bed bath and beyond. On sale there often

Do you have that new Google home tablet thing?

I was wanting it more for the kitchen and watching videos recipes and such. Would love a small wall shelf or wall mount for it.

I was looking at this but don't know if it's the same as their light alarm standalone thing they have:

Philips Hue White A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 White Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gG1ZBbPFY2497

those "white only" hue lamps by Philips should fit

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https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Equivalent-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C

That seems like an awesome price for that starter kit. Where did you find that?
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Starter-Compatible-HomeKit-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1512074459&sr=8-2&keywords=hue+starter+kit

Is that the kit you bought?

Hue makes a bunch of starter kits that include the hub (which Philips calls a bridge). I'm sure I've seen that this one with 4 white bulbs and a bridge will be on sale for $60 on Black Friday. If I remember which store, I'll update.

Edit: It's Best Buy

> trådfri bulbs

I wouldn't mess around with these if you're getting a hue hub. Just get a 4-pack of standard white hues. If you want color or ambiance (adjustable white) get them individually.

You will almost certainly want a dimmer switch as it's a pain to always rely on your phone especially if you ever have guests over.

What's the price of a bridge? Can't I just buy something like this, then buy the individual color bulbs?

https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Starter-Compatible-HomeKit-Assistant/dp/B07354SP1C/ref=gbph_img_m-2_81f2_fdc753f5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=d1a50877-312f-48b7-9d1a-8a8a5b6381f2&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-2&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=5550342011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0B7BXEX9KXTJ1GV327QC&th=1