Feit Electric Smart Light Bulb
Score: 81/100
LIFX Color A19
Score: 81/100Rankings
Feit Electric's smart RGBW bulbs deliver solid brightness, high CRI and a very attractive price, making them a practical entry-level option. They lack premium color saturation, dimming flexibility, and 5 GHz Wi-Fi support, which can limit use in some setups. Best suited for budget-conscious homeowners who need basic color and voice control.
The LIFX Color A19 delivers 800 lumens, billions of colors, and Matter-ready Wi-Fi smart control without a hub. Its reliance on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and a CRI of 82 may limit performance in congested networks or color-critical tasks. Best for indoor spaces where vibrant color scenes and future-proof integration are desired.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
800 lumensbest | 800 lumensbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9 Wbest | 9 Wbest |
90best | 82 | |
25,000 hoursbest | — | |
60 Wbest | — | |
— | 220 °best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.2 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(2) | ||
Color Temperature Range (K) | 2700-6500 K | 1500-9000 K |
Color Rendering Index (CRI) | 90 | 82 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 2.4 GHz | 802.11b/g/n |
Voice Assistant Compatibility | Alexa, Google Home | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit/Siri, SmartThings, Matter |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 9 W | 9.0 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider Feit Electric smart bulbs a cost-effective entry into smart lighting, emphasizing their low price, energy savings, and easy voice integration, while noting that color vibrancy and overall brightness fall short of premium competitors like Philips Hue.
Everyday users commend the easy app setup, flexible white temperature range, and full-color options, appreciating the long lifespan and low operating cost, though detailed consumer reviews are limited.
“budget-friendly option at approximately $19.99 for a two-pack.”
“fill out the room fairly well.”
“LIFX boasts the deepest, richest... colors”
Professional reviewers consistently commend the LIFX Color A19 for its deep, rich color rendering, high brightness, and the convenience of a hub-free Wi-Fi design. The addition of Matter and robust voice-assistant support is seen as a strong future-proofing move, though critics note the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi limitation and the lower CRI of the base Color model as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the straightforward setup, vivid color palette, and reliable smart-home integration, often highlighting the convenience of scheduling and long bulb life. The most common criticisms revolve around the premium price and occasional Wi-Fi connectivity hiccups, especially in busy networks, while the indoor-only rating limits placement options.
