LED light bulbs can offer a variety of different hues of light, making them perfect for use around your home. LED bulbs also use less energy and last a lot longer than regular incandescent light bulbs. LED light bulbs are great if you need instant, bright light as they don’t require warming up. And if you have a dimmer switch, LED bulbs are compatible. We’ve rounded up the best LED bulbs that will give you the right level of light.
Philips hue white and colour ambiance
An LED bulb with smart technology and different colours
If you want an LED bulb that allows you to control your lighting via an app or smart speaker, then the Philips Hue bulb is perfect. There are 16 million colours to choose from, including bright white to purple. You don’t need to be a technical whizz kid to work this bulb, just screw it in and connect to it via Bluetooth. You can also sync your bulb to match your music, movies, and games.
LE GU10 LED Bulbs
Instant bright light
Don’t waste time waiting for your bulb to warm up with these instant-on LED light bulbs. They’re cool white so ideal for areas such as the kitchen, hallways, and bathrooms. They have a 120° beam angle so you won’t experience any dark spots when using these bulbs. They can be used in spotlights, recessed lighting, track lights, or ceiling fittings.
GoSund LED light bulb
Get smart with this Alexa compatible bulb
Light up your room via remote or voice control thanks to the GoSund LED light bulb. It has multicolour and white light options and works seamlessly with Alexa. This bulb has a timer function so you can set it to go on or off at a time that suits you. It’s perfect if you enjoy parties at home because you can set it to change colour according to the rhythm of the music you have playing.
ECO dimmable LED bulb
Shine a light on eco-friendly bulbs
LED bulbs are already extremely eco friendly, and these will last approximately 15,000 hours. They come in a frosted, warm white so you’ll still get a light bright enough for reading but it’ll still feel warm and cosy. You can use these LED bulbs in conjunction with a dimmer switch.
Philips LED B22
Never run short of bulbs with this multipack
If you’re looking to change all the bulbs in your home, or you like to have a few in hand, these LED bulbs from Philips are made from high-quality materials. They can help you save up to 80% in energy and will last around 15,000 hours. They give off a warm, soft light so ideal for all rooms in your home.
Bottom line
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LED light bulbs are cost and energy-efficient. Plus they’re made even more fun by having extra features such as different colours and smart technology. We love the Philips Hue white and colour bulb which works well with both Alexa and Google Assistant, as well as being able to be fully controlled via a smartphone app. You can screw it in, and you’re ready to go, with over 16 million colour combinations to try, there’s always a shade of light that will suit your mood and activities.
The ECO dimmable LED bulb is a bulb that will last you a long time, almost 15,000 hours. We love the warm, cosy shade that it gives off, and of course that you can use it with a dimmer switch to create a more intimate setting. Plus it uses just 12 watts of power so your energy bills will be pleased too.