Lutron Caseta Original White
Score: 78/100
Philips Hue Bridge
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Philips Hue Bridge is a Zigbee hub that links up to 50 Hue lights, offering low power draw and Matter compatibility. Its reliance on a wired Ethernet connection and a 50-light limit can restrict flexibility. Ideal for Hue users seeking reliable local control and extensive automation.
The Lutron Caseta Smart Dimmer Switch provides neutral-wire-free dimming for up to 150 W LEDs and integrates with major voice assistants. It requires a separate Lutron Smart Hub, adding extra cost and complexity. Best suited for retrofits where a neutral wire is unavailable.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 Vbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.1 Wbest |
150 Wbest | — | |
5 Abest | — | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9 gbest | 280 g |
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Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Input Voltage (V) | 120 V | 100-240 V |
Features(1) | ||
Hub Required | true | false |
Lighting Performance(1) | ||
Color Options | White, Ivory, Light Almond, Black | White |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 9 g | 280 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 119x74x8 mm | 26x90.9x90.6 mm |
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Professional reviewers and trade installers emphasize the Caseta dimmer's ease of installation, reliable LED dimming, and the robustness of the hub-based Caseta ecosystem, positioning it as a go-to solution for retrofits where a neutral wire is absent.
Everyday users consistently praise the quick installation and smooth LED dimming, while recurring frustrations center on the extra cost of the required Smart Hub, load-derating constraints, and the absence of a built-in locator light.
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Hue Bridge Pro for its dramatically higher device capacity, faster processor, and expanded Matter/Thread support, positioning it as the most robust hub for large Hue ecosystems. They also commend the standard Bridge for reliable local control and broad smart-home integrations, though they note its Ethernet-only connectivity and lower bulb limit as drawbacks.
Everyday users generally commend the Bridge for its easy setup, low power draw, and ability to manage many lights beyond the Bluetooth range. Recurring themes include appreciation for automatic firmware updates and seamless integration with voice assistants, while the need for a wired Ethernet connection and the 50-light ceiling on the standard model are common sources of frustration.
