Philips Hue Bridge
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Pros
- A good many of those are Ethernet cables, depending on how old it's probably CAT5, but in many cases enough bandwidth to power automation devices like the Hue bridge and etc.
- The bridge is essential. The bulbs and switches really want to work with the bridge. Setup is straightforward. Operation is reliable and robust.
- Our current setup is lights running through a hue bridge (some of which are Ikea but work fine)
- Get the Hue bridge. Save yourself pain.
- They work with both Home Assistant and Apple HomeKit, but you’ll need the Hue Bridge if you want full functionality -- it’s a one time investment and you can add to the ecosystem after that.
Cons
- Don't use the Hue bridge, use the ZHA integration in Home Assistant.
- I tried the SONOFF ZBMINIL2, but I cannot integrate them with the Hue Bridge.
- Currently we have one room that uses Hue bulbs and a motion sensor so to me it makes sense to find switches compatible with the hue bridge do those exist?
Sentiment
7 positive (70%) · 2 mixed (20%) · 1 negative (10%)
Trust + time weighted score: +56% · raw score 60%
What redditors said (10 of 10)
A good many of those are Ethernet cables, depending on how old it's probably CAT5, but in many cases enough bandwidth to power automation devices like the Hue bridge and etc.
Don't use the Hue bridge, use the ZHA integration in Home Assistant.
The bridge is essential. The bulbs and switches really want to work with the bridge. Setup is straightforward. Operation is reliable and robust.
I tried the SONOFF ZBMINIL2, but I cannot integrate them with the Hue Bridge.
Our current setup is lights running through a hue bridge (some of which are Ikea but work fine)
Get the Hue bridge. Save yourself pain.
Currently we have one room that uses Hue bulbs and a motion sensor so to me it makes sense to find switches compatible with the hue bridge do those exist?
They work with both Home Assistant and Apple HomeKit, but you’ll need the Hue Bridge if you want full functionality -- it’s a one time investment and you can add to the ecosystem after that.
I don't think it even has to be Philips Hue to work with the Hue Bridge, but sticking to the brand will certainly make sure you're getting something that works rather than worrying about compatibility.
I’ve been using Philips hue bulbs and the hue bridge only, for about 5 years. They have been working great when I lived alone in a small apartment with not that many lights.
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