# I review smart lights for a living – and this is the brand I'd recommend if you don't want to pay Philips Hue prices

> Philips Hue is unquestionably one of the best-known smart lighting brands, and for good reason; after all, it makes some of the best smart lights around.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/i-review-smart-lights-for-a-living-and-this-is-the-brand-id-recommend-if-you-dont-want-to-pay-philips-hue-prices?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6855e6a402d2c1cc95cc3697)
- **Published:** 2025-06-20
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #smart #lighting #philips #lights #prices #products #brand #govee
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