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TP-Link Tapo
L535E ~$17 / 2-pack
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WiZ Connected
A19 Color ~$27 / 3-pack
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Philips Hue
White & Color A19 ~$50 / 1-pack
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| Brightness | 1,100 lm | 800 lm | 800 lm |
| Color Range | 16M RGBW | 16M RGBW | 16M RGBW |
| Color Accuracy (CRI) | CRI 90+ | CRI 80+ | CRI 80+ |
| Hub Required | β No | β No | β Optional |
| Matter Support | β | β | β |
| Apple HomeKit | β via Matter | β via Matter | β Native |
| Music Sync | β | β | β Hue Sync app |
| Motion Activation | β | β Built-in | Add-on only |
| Rated Lifespan | 25,000 hrs | 25,000 hrs | 25,000 hrs |
| Best For | Bright rooms on a budget | Best all-round value | Full smart home ecosystems |
| View on Amazon | View on Amazon | View on Amazon |