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Supported Devices

Complete list of compatible bridges, lights, sensors, switches, and accessories

Supported Devices

We Love Lights works with Philips Hue and Zigbee-compatible devices connected through supported bridges. This guide lists compatible hardware.

Supported Bridges

Philips Hue Bridge

Hue Bridge v1 (Round)

  • Model: BSB001
  • Status: Supported
  • Limitations: No remote access, older API
  • Still functional for local control

Hue Bridge v2 (Square)

  • Model: BSB002
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Local + remote access, latest API
  • Recommended for all features

Requirements:

  • Ethernet connection to router
  • WiFi network for Mac connectivity
  • Power supply included with bridge

Phoscon deCONZ

ConBee II USB Stick

  • Status: Supported ✅
  • Wider Zigbee device compatibility
  • Requires deCONZ gateway software
  • Local access only (no remote)

RaspBee Module

  • Raspberry Pi addon module
  • Status: Supported ✅
  • Requires deCONZ software
  • Advanced user setup

ConBee III

  • Newer model USB stick
  • Status: Should work (Zigbee 3.0 compatible)
  • Check with deCONZ compatibility

Lights and Bulbs

Philips Hue Color Bulbs

Full color RGB + white ambiance

E26/E27 (Standard Socket)

  • Hue White and Color Ambiance (A19/A60)
  • Hue White and Color Ambiance (A21/A67)
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: 16 million colors, white ambiance, dimming

E12/E14 (Candle/Small Socket)

  • Hue White and Color Ambiance Candle
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color, dimming, smaller form factor

GU10 (Spotlight)

  • Hue White and Color Ambiance GU10
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color, spotlight beam angle

BR30 (Flood/Recessed)

  • Hue White and Color Ambiance BR30
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color, wide beam angle

Philips Hue White Ambiance Bulbs

Adjustable white temperature, no colors

E26/E27

  • Hue White Ambiance (A19/A60)
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: 2200K-6500K temperature, dimming

E12/E14

  • Hue White Ambiance Candle
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅

GU10

  • Hue White Ambiance GU10
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅

Other Form Factors

  • BR30, PAR38, various specialty bulbs
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅

Philips Hue White Bulbs

Dimmable white, single color temperature

Various Form Factors

  • Hue White (A19, A21, BR30, etc.)
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: On/off, dimming only
  • No color or temperature adjustment

Light Strips and Fixtures

Hue Lightstrip Plus

  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color, cuttable, extendable
  • Versions: V2, V3, V4 all supported

Hue Play Light Bar

  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color, compact, mountable
  • Good for accent and bias lighting

Hue Go

  • Portable color light
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Battery powered option, full color

Hue Iris / Bloom / Wellness / Signe

  • Specialty table and floor lamps
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Full color where applicable

Hue Outdoor Lights

  • Lily, Calla, Impress, Econic outdoor lights
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Weather-resistant, full color

Sensors

Motion Sensors

Philips Hue Motion Sensor

  • Model: Multiple generations
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features:
    • Motion detection (160° field of view)
    • Light level sensor (lux)
    • Temperature sensor
    • Battery powered (2x AAA)
  • Configuration: Time-based and generic rules

Third-Party Zigbee Motion Sensors

  • Various brands (IKEA, Aqara, etc.)
  • Status: Depends on bridge compatibility
  • Features: Vary by model
  • Check deCONZ or Hue compatibility lists

Contact Sensors

Door/Window Sensors

  • Various Zigbee contact sensors
  • Status: If supported by bridge
  • Features: Open/close detection
  • Use for automation triggers

Switches and Remotes

Philips Hue Switches

Hue Dimmer Switch

  • Models: RWL020, RWL021, RWL022
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features:
    • 4 buttons (On, Dim Up, Dim Down, Off)
    • Wall mountable or portable
    • Battery powered (CR2450)
    • Auto-configuration available

Hue Tap Switch

  • Kinetic powered (no battery)
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features:
    • 4 buttons
    • No battery required
    • Requires firm press

Hue Smart Button

  • Single button control
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features:
    • 1 button, multiple press types
    • Compact design
    • Battery powered (CR2032)

Hue Wall Switch Module

  • In-wall switch replacement
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features: Wired, replaces existing switch

Third-Party Switches

IKEA Trådfri Switches

  • Various models (remote, dimmer, button)
  • Status: Compatible if paired with bridge
  • Features: Vary by model

Friends of Hue Switches

  • Licensed third-party switches
  • Status: Generally supported
  • Examples: Busch-Jaeger, Niko, Jung

Other Zigbee Switches

  • Compatibility depends on bridge
  • deCONZ may support more models
  • Test before purchasing

Smart Plugs

Philips Hue Smart Plug

Hue Smart Plug

  • Regional variants (US, EU, UK, etc.)
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Features:
    • On/off control
    • Zigbee repeater (extends mesh)
    • Compact design
    • Maximum load varies by region (typically 10A)

Third-Party Smart Plugs

IKEA Trådfri Outlet

  • Status: Compatible with most bridges
  • Features: On/off control, repeater

Innr Smart Plug

  • Status: Compatible
  • Features: On/off, energy monitoring (if supported by bridge)

Other Zigbee Smart Plugs

  • Various brands
  • Status: Check bridge compatibility
  • Look for Zigbee 3.0 certification

Specialized Devices

Entertainment/Sync Devices

Hue Play HDMI Sync Box

  • Status: Not directly controlled
  • Requires Hue Bridge and app
  • We Love Lights controls connected lights

Hue Sync Gradient Lightstrip

  • Status: Fully Supported ✅ (as a light)
  • Sync features via Hue Sync app
  • Standard light control in We Love Lights

Other Accessories

Hue Smart Ceiling/Wall Fixtures

  • Various integrated fixtures
  • Status: Fully Supported ✅
  • Control like any other light

Third-Party Zigbee Devices

  • Blinds, locks, thermostats
  • Status: Depends on bridge
  • May appear but with limited control
  • We Love Lights optimized for lighting

Device Limits

Bridge Capacity

Philips Hue Bridge

  • Maximum ~50 lights
  • Maximum ~12 accessories (sensors, switches, plugs)
  • Total ~62 Zigbee devices
  • Theoretical Zigbee limit, practical may be lower

deCONZ Bridge

  • Higher theoretical limits
  • Depends on hardware (ConBee vs RaspBee)
  • Can support 100+ devices with proper setup

Recommendations

Single Bridge:

  • Up to 40 lights: Excellent performance
  • 40-50 lights: Good, approaching limit
  • 50+ lights: Consider second bridge

Multiple Bridges:

  • Use when exceeding single bridge capacity
  • Better coverage for large homes
  • See Multi-Bridge Setup

Compatibility Notes

Bluetooth-Only Devices

Not Supported: ❌

  • Bluetooth-only Hue bulbs (no bridge)
  • Must use bridge for We Love Lights
  • Bridge required for all functionality

Zigbee 3.0

Recommended: ✅

  • Zigbee 3.0 devices most compatible
  • Backward compatible with Zigbee LL (Light Link)
  • Better interoperability

Brand Mixing

Generally Works:

  • Mix Philips Hue with third-party Zigbee
  • All must connect through same bridge
  • Some features may be brand-specific

Best Practice:

  • Stick to reputable brands
  • Check compatibility lists before purchasing
  • Test return policy for new devices

Testing Compatibility

Before Purchase

  1. Check Bridge Compatibility:

    • Philips Hue: Check official compatibility list
    • deCONZ: Check Phoscon compatibility database

  2. Look for Zigbee Certification:

    • Zigbee 3.0 preferred
    • "Works with Philips Hue" badge
    • "Friends of Hue" certification

  3. Read Reviews:

    • Other users' experiences
    • Compatibility reports
    • Any known issues

After Purchase

  1. Pair with Bridge:

    • Follow device instructions
    • Use official Hue app or Phoscon for pairing
    • May require reset if previously paired

  2. Test in We Love Lights:

    • Should appear automatically after pairing
    • Test all functions (on/off, dim, color, etc.)
    • Check sensor/switch configuration

  3. Report Issues:

    • If device doesn't work as expected
    • May be bridge limitation vs app limitation
    • Report issue with device model info

Future Device Support

New Releases

We Love Lights works through the bridge API, so:

  • New Philips Hue devices: Supported when released
  • New Zigbee devices: Supported if bridge supports them
  • App updates: May add device-specific features

Discontinuation

Older devices may:

  • Continue to work indefinitely (Zigbee standard)
  • Lose some features if manufacturer stops support
  • Still function for basic operations

Getting Device Information

Finding Your Device Models

Philips Hue App:

  • Device settings show model number
  • Check firmware version
  • View device capabilities

We Love Lights Studio:

  • Select device → Device Info
  • Model number and type displayed
  • Firmware version shown

Physical Labels:

  • Some devices have model stickers
  • Packaging includes model info
  • Manuals list specifications

For Beginners

Starter Set:

  • Philips Hue Bridge v2
  • 2-3 Hue White & Color bulbs
  • 1 Hue Dimmer Switch
  • 1 Hue Motion Sensor

Why:

  • Official devices, guaranteed compatibility
  • All features supported
  • Good foundation to build on

For Advanced Users

Consider:

  • deCONZ bridge for broader compatibility
  • Mix of Philips Hue and third-party devices
  • Multiple bridges for large installations
  • Specialty Zigbee devices (blinds, sensors, etc.)

Next Steps

Questions about compatibility? Check the FAQ or report an issue.

How is this guide?

API Versions and Technical Details

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Supported Devices
Supported Bridges
Philips Hue Bridge
Phoscon deCONZ
Lights and Bulbs
Philips Hue Color Bulbs
Philips Hue White Ambiance Bulbs
Philips Hue White Bulbs
Light Strips and Fixtures
Sensors
Motion Sensors
Contact Sensors
Switches and Remotes
Philips Hue Switches
Third-Party Switches
Smart Plugs
Philips Hue Smart Plug
Third-Party Smart Plugs
Specialized Devices
Entertainment/Sync Devices
Other Accessories
Device Limits
Bridge Capacity
Recommendations
Compatibility Notes
Bluetooth-Only Devices
Zigbee 3.0
Brand Mixing
Testing Compatibility
Before Purchase
After Purchase
Future Device Support
New Releases
Discontinuation
Getting Device Information
Finding Your Device Models
Recommended Devices
For Beginners
For Advanced Users
Next Steps