FabianI’ve already provided you with some details about the Hue OmniGlow Lightstrip and a comparison with the Hue Ambiance Gradient Lightstrip. However, Govee is repeatedly mentioned on social media and in comments as a major competitor to Philips Hue. And the Asian company has a direct competitor in the form of the Govee COB Strip Light Pro.
After my Hue OmniGlow Lightstrip was shipped from the US and will arrive in the middle of next week, I spared no expense or effort and also ordered the Govee light strip. Next week, I will pit the two premium light strips against each other in a direct duel.
In terms of price, Govee definitely has the edge, that much I can say. The 3-meter-long Govee COB Strip Light Pro costs $99.99, while the Hue OmniGlow Lightstrip is slightly more expensive at $139.99. But there are a few other factors to consider: What about minimum and maximum brightness? How well are colors and color gradients displayed? Are LEDs visible? What about power consumption? How easy is it to control via the app?
I’ll be testing all of this. The big question is: Who will come out on top in the end? Feel free to share your predictions in the comments.
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Philips Hue has already delivered the first positive surprise: I was pleasantly surprised by the new Hue Secure Video Doorbell. The easy-to-set-up light alarm and the fast door chime are two features that clearly set Philips Hue apart from the competition. Now I’m curious to see how the smart doorbell will perform in continuous use…
All Hue news of the week at a glance
- Hue Secure Video Doorbell: Installation and first impressions
- The differences between Hue OmniGlow and Ambiance Gradient Lightstrip
- These are the tasks the Hue Secure Smart Chime takes on
- Apple Home: Scene export via Matter finally possible
- Voice control with Alexa: Four new Echo speakers unveiled
- Philips Hue Secure Video Doorbell is now available
- AmbiScape replaces Ambilight+Hue in Philips TVs
- Philips Hue delivers eight new autumn scenes
Do the control boxes for the new lightstrips still use the same DC power connector?
Still only two/three light zones (depending on orientation) with no interpolation between them when used in an entertainment area?
Hey Fabian,
I design professional grade lighting for integration into the Hue ecosystem (as most Hue/smart lighting products are not designed for permanent/professional use). We’re probably going to update our line soon, would you be interested in doing a comparison with Hue? Even if you don’t publish anything on it, would be great to get your thoughts. On specs alone, we always aim for the sky.
Hi Mike, sure, just send me a mail 🙂