Philips Hue PAR38 Smart 100W LED Bulb - White and Color Ambiance Color-Changing Light: 16 million colors
Want to light up your backyard like a scene from a movie? The Philips Hue Smart PAR38 LED Bulb has got you covered—with a whopping 16 million colors and every shade of white light you can imagine (from cozy campfire to Arctic chill). Whether you're showing off your garden, lighting up the walkway, or throwing the ultimate holiday bash, this bulb’s your backstage crew. And yeah, you can boss it around from your couch via the Hue app, set it to auto-pilot, or just yell at Alexa, Google, or Siri to do your bidding.
Oh, and here’s the lowdown on why it’s awesome:
- It’s built like a tank—rain or shine, it’s fine.
- Pair it with a Hue Bridge, and suddenly, it’s got more tricks up its sleeve.
- Works with motion sensors because who doesn’t want their lights to greet them (or scare off raccoons)?
- Sips electricity like it’s saving for retirement—super energy-efficient.
- Voice control with Alexa/Google
- Weatherproof outdoor design
- Hue Bridge compatible
- Motion sensor compatible
- Energy-efficient LED technology
- 16 million colors
General specs
- Brand: Philips Hue
- Model: PAR38
- Seller: Amazon
- wattage: 10 watts
- bulb_shape_size: PAR38
- bulb_base: E26
- brightness: 1300 Lumen
- connectivity_technology: Bluetooth, Zigbee
- indoor_outdoor_usage: Outdoor
- controller_type: Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
- power_consumption: 14 Watts
- average_life: 25000 Hours
- First listed by seller: 6/12/25
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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Brand | Philips Hue | Philips Hue | Philips Hue | Philips Hue | Philips Hue | Philips Hue |
Model | PAR38 | 563254 | 548610-4 | A19 | R578096-4 | 929002226601 |
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Price | $124.95 | $45.99 | $168.99 | $89.98 | $186.99 | $49.97 |
Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
Update | June 27, 2025 | August 5, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | June 29, 2025 | June 27, 2025 |
wattage | 10 watts | 75 watts | 10.5 watts | 9.5 watts | 85 watts | 10 watts |
bulb_shape_size | PAR38 | A19 | A19 | A19 | BR30 | A19 |
bulb_base | E26 | E26 | E26 | E26 | E26 | E26 |
brightness | 1300 Lumen | 1100 Lumen | 800 Lumen | 800 Lumen | 1200 Lumen | 800 Lumen |
connectivity_technology | Bluetooth, Zigbee | ZigBee, Bluetooth | Bluetooth | ZigBee, Bluetooth | ZigBee, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi |
controller_type | Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | homekit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | |
power_consumption | 14 Watts | 9.5 Watts | 11.5 Watts | |||
average_life | 25000 Hours | 25000 Hours | 2.5E+4 Hours | 25000 Hours | 25000 Hours | |
light_type | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED | |
incandescent_equivalent_wattage | 60 Watts | 60 Watts | 85 Watts | |||
light_color | White and Color | White and Color Ambiance | Multicolor | |||
voltage | 120 Volts | 110 Volts | 130 Volts | |||
power_source | Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
Anthony W.
Phoenix, AZ
June 24, 2025
As a builder and someone with multiple degrees, I'm always skeptical about smart home gadgets, but this one has won me over. My first impression was that it delivers exactly what it promises—transforming my backyard into a cinematic space with ease. I've used it for about a week now, pairing it with motion sensors to light up the walkway automatically, which is great for safety with my kid around. The color accuracy is impressive, and it's become a fun tool for my photography and video hobbies, allowing me to experiment with different lighting effects. While it's an investment, the reliability and performance make it worth it for a brand loyalist like me. I'd definitely recommend it to others looking to upgrade their outdoor lighting.
- Pros: The packaging is fine, and from what I feel, this bulb is very robust, handling the Arizona heat and occasional rain without issue. I appreciate how it allows for a vast range of colors and white tones, making it easy to set the perfect mood for outdoor gatherings or just relaxing evenings. Being able to control it through an app or voice commands adds a lot of convenience, and it integrates smoothly with other smart devices in my setup. It's also very energy-efficient, which is a big plus for someone like me who's conscious about utility bills.
- Cons: It requires an additional hub to unlock all its features, which feels like an extra step and cost that could be a downside for some. From what I feel, the initial setup might be a bit fiddly if you're not already invested in the ecosystem, and the price point is on the higher side compared to simpler options.