More and more smart devices are found in our homes. In addition to telephones, tablets, televisions or game consoles, another of the devices most present in many homes are smart bulbs. The arrival of the Internet of things has meant that certain devices such as the light bulbs themselves also have connectivity and we can control them comfortably from the mobile.
In this way, it is possible to turn off or turn on the lights in our house, adjust the intensity or even change the color of the light to create an atmosphere according to each moment in a certain room. In addition, many models are compatible with some of the most used virtual assistants such as Google’s own or Alexa. This allows us to control the home light with our own voice.
Now, there are certain details that we must take into account when choosing a smart bulb. Perhaps the most important is the technology they use. We can find models that use our home’s own WiFi , which are the easiest to install, although there are others that use other technologies such as ZigBee, Bluetooth or Z-Wave. In the case of ZigBee bulbs, it is important to know that although they allow covering larger spaces than those that are connected by WiFi, they depend on an additional section or bridge so that they work correctly and we can control them.
Those that use Bluetooth or Z-Wave technology require that we have to pair each of the bulbs in our house individually with our mobile phone, so it is not the most comfortable solution.
In addition to the technology itself, it is important to take into account other details such as the power offered by each bulb, the brightness, temperature, brightness, colors or type of socket or thread. It is also interesting to know if they are compatible with Google and Alexa assistants, as in the case of the bulbs that we show you below.
Smart bulbs of different types compatible with Google and Alexa
Tp-Link Tapo L510E
TP-link is another of the leading manufacturers in the world of smart bulbs. In this case, it is a WiFi bulb that offers a dimmable warm white light with an E27 socket. A bulb with energy efficiency class A + and compatible with Alexa Echo and Google Home for voice control.
TECKIN
This time we show you a pack of two multi-color WiFi smart LED bulbs adjustable between 2800 and 6200k. They are compatible with the assistant Alexa and Google Home and offer a power equivalent to 7.5 W. They allow remote control through the Smart Life application, voice control and have a fairly long useful life.
Meross MSL120S01
This Meross is a multi-color LED bulb with WiFi connectivity, dimmable and compatible with Apple HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home. In this way, it can be controlled with our own voice through Google, Alexa or Siri. It allows you to adapt the color of the light to offer different environments or even create certain times to turn it on or off automatically.
Philips Hue
This model of Philips Hue bulbs are LED type with E27 socket and 100 W of power. They have bluetooth connectivity, offer warm white light and are compatible with Google Home and Alexa assistants. In this way, it is possible to connect the bulbs to our mobile and ask the assistant to turn on, turn off or change the color of the light from the bulbs with our voice.
Philips Hue filament
Also from the manufacturer Philips and within the Hue family, we find this LED bulb with an E27 socket and visible filament. It has bluetooth technology, G93 globe cap, offers warm white light and is also compatible with both Google Home and Alexa. This model is available in pear or round shape.
Phytop
Another smart bulb model at a good price and compatible with Google Home and Alexa is this one from the manufacturer Fitop. It is a multicolored dimmable model with WiFi connection. Thanks to the Smart blub app, it allows you to control the brightness and color through voice commands. Offers up to 16 million colors, adjustable brightness and intensity, and warm or cool white light.
Avatar Controls
Another WiFi smart bulb is this model from Avatar Controls. On this occasion, it is a bulb with a socket or connector type GU10 with WiFi, so it does not require a bridge or hub and is compatible with Google Home and Alexa. It has a programming function to configure the on or off time, they are very easy to install and offer great quality and durability.
LE 902001-EU-2
This model that we have chosen from LE is also type GU10. A model with WiFi connectivity that, thanks to the Lepro LampUX app, allows you to control the lights without the need for a bridge from your smartphone and even through voice commands, since it is compatible with Google Home and Alexa. It offers an adjustable white from warmer to cooler and allows scheduling to set the time to turn the lights on and off.
LVWIT
Also with a GU10 socket or connector we have this LVWIT model. Smart LED bulbs with WiFi connectivity that can change color with the rhythm of the music or through voice controls, as they are compatible with Alexa and Google. They also allow remote control from the mobile through the Smart Life app or Tuya App.
Slitinto
This Slitinto model is a candle-shaped bulb with an E14 socket. Smart bulb with WiFi connectivity and compatible with both Google Home and Alexa. It allows remote control through voice commands or through the Smart Life app, it has 16 million colors, adjustable brightness and saturation and adjustment of different schedules so that the lights turn on and off automatically at a specific time.
