# Lights for Philips Hue — Hue Lights, your way.

> Simple Philips Hue light control with pre-designed scenes and group management. (iPhone/iPad app by Renan Protector.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lights-for-philips-hue/id1203424730 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Renan Protector](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018682431)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 260 App Store ratings · 57 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese
- Released: 2017-02-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lights-for-philips-hue/id1203424730/reviews.md

## What is Lights for Philips Hue?

You've just bought your Philips Hue lighting system, but you just can’t find the perfect app to get the most out of your cool lights, right? 

Meet Lights. 
A beautiful, simple and easy way to control your Phillips Hue lights system that helps you find the right ambiance for every moment with professionally designed light scenes, created by Philips Hue owners just like you. 

Designed around you, your home and your everyday life. Play around, create and explore the limitless possibilities of the world's most smart lights.


## Lights in essence:
- Apple Watch supported! (And it is amazingly cool!)
- Straightforward and easy to use. Choose a scene and let it shine
- Over 40 professionally designed light hue scenes
- New light scenes with every new update
- One tap controls. Your personal lightning dashboard
- Comfortable ambiance control with light groups
- Switch or dim all lights off with one tap or swipe
- Control lights as you wish. Be a Hue Pro.

## Why is this app the best option for you?

Here's what a recent user said about it:

"It’s easy to use and make new groups or create custom groups, it’s not a super powerful app like some of them but there is already a market for those types of apps, and we don’t need another one, this you pick your room(s) select a scene and be done with it which is great.

The screenshots in the app store show they type of scenes like fire, nature, etc. but the colors are unique compared to similar apps, and there are scenes like sports which is different from other apps I used.

I would recommend this app as is but not for someone who is a power user and wants to control every single aspect of their lights, it’s great for set it and forget it which I think is a big market.

As of now it’s only version 1.0 of the app, and at $5 it’s a bit expensive for an app store price, but as I said it’s a niche of a niche if people don’t support it, then more money can’t be put into development.

All in all, I’m happy with the app and look forward to updates. Good luck."

-- That's what I believe for this app.

## Suggest new scenes
Want to suggest new scenes? Visit @lightshue on Instagram and let me know! Send me your inspiration, and if you get featured I will create a new scene based on your suggestion!

## Review the app
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## Key features

- Professionally designed light scenes
- Customizable light groups
- One-tap controls
- Apple Watch support
- Dim and switch off all lights
- Suggest new scenes

## What do users think of Lights for Philips Hue?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Nice presets for ambiance
- ✨ Can control many bulbs
- 🌟 Good for basic scene switching

**Cons**

- 🐛 Does not connect to bridge
- 💸 Overpriced for features
- ⏳ Outdated and not working
- ❌ No longer supported
- 🚫 Poor value for money
- 📉 Limited functionality
- 🤔 Not user-friendly
- 👎 Scam app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Cannot detect Hue bridge
- Stuck on loading screen
- App does not load
- App crashes
- App does not stay open
- Cannot connect to Wi-Fi
- Does not support Bluetooth lights without bridge
- Connection impossible with V2 bridge
- Bridge V2 not found
- Cannot find bridge on same network

**Most requested features**

- Add dynamic scenes (sunrise, alarm)
- Add more effects (fireworks)
- Allow changing scenes with music
- Add widget for lock screen
- Allow color wheel customization
- Add Apple Watch app functionality
- Add more scenes
- Allow individual bulb dimming in scenes
- Add sorting for groups
- Add animation features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 57)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lights-for-philips-hue/id1203424730/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ne fonctionne pas

*2025-11-23*

Impossible de détecter mon pont hue bien que sur le même réseau wifi

### 1/5 — I want my money back!

*2025-04-13, version 1.2.3*

this app is extremely outdated and no longer works, do not buy!

### 1/5 — Rip-off

*2025-03-30, version 1.2.3*

Total rip-off, no longer works, should not be on the App Store

### 1/5 — Won’t load

*2024-10-20, version 1.2.3*

Stuck on the loading screen forever. Tried all troubleshooting. Should’ve just spent the money on Taco Bell :(

### 1/5 — doesnt connect

*2024-10-05, version 1.2.3*

doesnt connect to bridge

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2024-10-05, version 1.2.3*

This app is terrible every since I’ve had it it never loads. It only said that is weak or looking for Wi-Fi so a piece of junk.

### 1/5 — Dont connect to wifi’s

*2024-07-12, version 1.2.3*

Will ask refund

### 1/5 — I can’t get the app to find my bridge

*2022-09-14, version 1.2.3*

I connected my phone to the same network that my bridge is connected to and the app won’t recognize my bridge.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-07-24, version 1.2.3*

For whatever the reason, this app can’t find my bridge. I tried standing next to bridge and my scync but it always come back with no bridge found on network. I paid $6 for this app. How do I get my money back?

### 1/5 — Keine Verbindung zur Bridge - Lösung?

*2022-07-17*

Kein Support in der App

## Frequently asked questions about Lights for Philips Hue

### What does this app do?

This app provides a simple and beautiful way to control your Philips Hue lighting system. It allows you to easily select from professionally designed light scenes to create the perfect ambiance for any moment, manage light groups, and control your lights with one-tap actions.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include over 40 professionally designed light scenes, the ability to create custom light groups, one-tap controls for easy operation, and Apple Watch support. You can also dim or switch off all lights simultaneously and suggest new scenes for future updates.

### How much does this app cost?

Based on the provided user feedback, the app is priced at $5. It is a one-time purchase, and the user notes that this price reflects a niche market and supports ongoing development.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for Philips Hue lighting systems and is compatible with Apple Watch. It is likely intended for iOS devices, given the mention of the App Store and Apple Watch support.

### Who is this app best suited for?

This app is ideal for users who want a straightforward and easy-to-use solution for their Philips Hue lights. It's perfect for those who prefer to select a scene and be done with it, rather than needing granular control over every aspect of their lighting. It's a 'set it and forget it' type of app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2018-09-10

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Hello there! Hope you are having fun with your Philips Hue system and using Lights a lot!
Here's a quick update:
- Layout fixes
- Small bugfixes

### 1.2.2 — 2018-05-10

Hello there! Hope you are having fun with your Philips Hue system and using Lights a lot!
Here's a quick update:
- Small bugfixes
- German and portuguese localization

### 1.2.1 — 2018-05-09

Hello there! Hope you are having fun with your Philips Hue system and using Lights a lot!

Here's a quick update:
- Small bugfixes
- German and portuguese localization

### 1.2 — 2017-10-05

A quick update just to add new scenes requested by our users!
Hope you like this new set called Food! 

Leave your comments, review the app! Send me your suggestions for new scenes! I'll be glad to hear you.

### 1.1.3 — 2017-05-23

Hello all! Here's what's new for today:
- Added 4 more scenes to the Nature Album, hope you like it!
- Added a quick way to get in touch with me. Now you can send support requests and feedbacks directly from the app.

Feel free to review the app and suggest new scenes ideas! I'll make sure to read and answer all messages!

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