How long do Philips Hue bulbs last?
TLDR: The typical Philips Hue bulb (Gen 2 and 3) lasts 25,000 hours or 50,000 on/off cycles. Based on 6 hours of use per day, these bulbs will last for 11 – 12 years.
Philips Hue Bulb Life
How long will Philips Hue bulbs last?
The first generation of Philips Hue light bulbs were rated for 15,000 hours of use. The life expectancy was increased to 25,000 when Hue released the 2nd and 3rd generation of bulbs. This applies to all versions (White, White Ambiance, and White & Color Ambiance) of the standard bulbs such as A19, and BR30.
Philips Hue specialty bulbs such as filament style Edison bulbs are rated for 15,000 hours of use. These bulbs will still last 6 – 7 years based on 6 hours of usage per day, but they won’t last as long as the standard Philips Hue bulbs.
The lifespan of a Philips Hue bulb is equal to or better than most LED lights on the market. If you compare Hue bulbs to incandescent lights, then Hue lights last about 10 times longer.
I have been using Philips Hue lights since they first came out and I haven’t had any lights burn out. If they do stop working in the first few years, then you can file a warranty claim with Hue for a replacement. The warranty is 2 years for normal lights and 3 years for Energy Star certified lights.
Calculator: How Long will Hue Bulbs Last?
Use the calculator below to estimate the average lifespan for a Philips Hue bulb.
- Select “Standard” or “Specialty” Philips Hue Bulbs
- Move the slider for the daily usage in hours
Philips Hue Bulbs Styles
Philips has released light bulbs in almost every shape and style. The table below shows the bulbs available today and the estimated life of the bulbs.
| Product | Description | Type | Lifespan | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Top | Philips Hue White Filament A19 Smart Vintage LED bulb, Bluetooth & Hub compatible (Hue Hub Optional), voice activated with Alexa | White Filament (Edison) | 15,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White Filament ST19 LED smart vintage bulb, Bluetooth & Hub compatible (Hue Hub Optional), voice activated with Alexa | White Filament (Edison) | 15,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
| Top | Philips Hue White Filament Globe G25 LED smart vintage bulb, Bluetooth & Hub compatible (Hue Hub Optional), voice activated with Alexa | White Filament (Edison) | 15,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White & Color LED Smart GU10 Bulb, Bluetooth & Zigbee compatible (Hue Hub Optional), Works with Alexa & Google Assistant – A Certified for Humans Device | White & Color Ambiance | 15,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 LED Smart Bulb, Bluetooth & Zigbee compatible (Hue Hub Optional), Works with Alexa & Google Assistant – A Certified for Humans Device | White & Color Ambiance | 25,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance BR30 LED Smart Bulb, Bluetooth & Zigbee compatible (Hue Hub Optional), Works with Alexa & Google Assistant – A Certified for Humans Device | White & Color Ambiance | 25,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White and Color Decorative Candle 40W Dimmable Smart Bulb (Hue Hub Required, Works with Alexa, Homekit & Google Assistant), Old Version | White & Color Ambiance | 25,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White A19 LED Smart Bulb, Bluetooth & Zigbee compatible (Hue Hub Optional), Works with Alexa & Google Assistant – A Certified for Humans Device | White | 25,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
 Top | Philips Hue White BR30 LED Smart Bulb, Bluetooth & Zigbee, (Hue Hub Optional), for recessed cans and downlights, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant – A Certified for Humans Device | White | 25,000 Hours | Amazon Price |
Philips Hue Lighting Projects
- Philips Hue Lights in a Smarthome – What can you do with Hue lights in your smarthome?
- How to Connect Philips Hue with Alexa – Voice control your lights!
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