FabianThere is bad news for the many Hue fans in the United States: from July 1, numerous Philips Hue products will become even more expensive than they already are. The manufacturer announced this in a marketing newsletter at the beginning of the month and has now officially confirmed it to the Hueblog.
“Signify will increase prices on our Philips Hue portfolio in the US, effective July 1, 2025, as a direct result of tariffs. We remain committed to providing consumers with high-quality products and features that make smart lighting extraordinary,“ the manufacturer said in an official statement. However, the exact prices will not be announced until July 1. ”Signify reserves the right to modify prices based on new or additional tariffs becoming effective in the future.”
The newly introduced products already give a first glimpse of what is to come next month. While the price of the new Hue Smart Button has remained stable at €21.99 in Europe, it has become considerably more expensive in the US. The old Smart Button cost $24.99, while the new model is priced at $31.99. The Hue Wall Washer also costs around 10 percent more. Until now, Philips Hue has converted euro prices almost 1-to-1, but the Wall Washer costs $219.99 “instead of” €199.99.
While prices in the official Hue store are affected immediately, it may take some time for products to become more expensive in retail stores. However, one thing is clear: if you are planning to purchase a new Philips Hue product in the US in the near future, you should probably do so in June. I will, of course, keep an eye on the situation and see how much more expensive Philips Hue has become in the US on July 1.
They made these products for so long that the price should go down. Everywhere.
Do you know if the prices are going to be going up in Canada?
I hope not…
Hang on, a numerical difference of 10% doesn’t mean it “costs 10% more”… can I introduce you to the concept of exchange rates?! As I type this €200 = $232.11 USD according to my search engine.
While exchange rates vary slightly that implioes the USD is actually less than the EUR price.
To be clear, I don’t want it to cost more but, equally, I am aware that if things did have the same number attached to both EUR and USD amounts they wouldn’t cost the same.
That is correct, but:
1. In Europe VAT (19%) is already included in the prices and not added to the price on checkout.
2. Other products like Hue Sana, which costs €199 in Europe, have a $199 price tag in the US at the moment.
@ Fabian
Not entirely correct. VAT varies by country. E.g. in 🇪🇺🇸🇪 VAT (is usually abbreviated/called “moms”.) is 25% (i.e. 20% of the sales price).
Govee will be happy to see this. Similar sometimes better products at a 60% discount and no price raise announced.