Hue Essentials

4.8.2

SmartFusionLabs

3.92

6,157 reviews

1,000,000+
Downloads

Free

Discover ways to get the most out of your smart lighting.

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About Hue Essentials

Hue Essentials is a lifestyle app developed by SmartFusionLabs.

Install Statistics

Hue Essentials has been downloaded 1.6 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 8 thousand times. It is ranked #121 in lifestyle.

User Ratings

Hue Essentials is rated 3.92 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 6.2 thousand ratings.

App Information

Hue Essentials is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 10.80 MB. The latest APK version available is 4.8.2. The last update was on October 1, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since October 2018.

Hue Essentials is made and published by SmartFusionLabs. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with SmartFusionLabs. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to SmartFusionLabs and are shown as published on Google Play.

Description by SmartFusionLabs (from Google Play)

Imagine unlimited possibilities in your smart home. Set scenes and fast effects to your mood.

More data about Hue Essentials

Price	Free
Total installs	1.6 million
Recent installs	8 thousand
Rating	3.92 based on 6.2 thousand ratings
Ranking	Medium ranked
Version	4.8.2
App size	10.8 MB
Number of libraries	20
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	No ads

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Installs over time

Hue Essentials has been installed 1.6 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 270 installs per day.

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Comments on Hue Essentials for Android

★★★★★ Jeff Wilson · Nov 14, 2025

Been using this app for years alongside the Philips one, sometimes I like it better.

★★★★★ Mister T · May 22, 2025

FINALLY, an app that works just as good at the now useless Philips Hue app that stopped working on my Android 8 phone!

★★★★★ Ben Ur · Oct 1, 2025

If you don't have a Pixel 6/6 Pro - then this app is phenomenal. I've loved everything about it. I stopped using the proper Hue app and stuck to this for years. However, ever since I switched phones to a Pixel 6 Pro, I can't use the feature that made me the happiest - Dance Sensation. Never had issues using the internal phone mic to sync the lights before. But now, when active, the lights are dead as if it's not picking up any sound. Looking on Reddit, seems to be Pixel 6/pro specific. 😞

★★★★★ H B · Mar 7, 2026

My backup for the official Hue app. Which stopped working, so this app has been a lifesaver, especially because it doesn't need the Philips bridge to function

★★☆☆☆ Lucas Blaney · Aug 25, 2026

Paid for premium access on my tv, but it doesn't work with any of the built-in apps. That makes it essentially useless and pretty much a scam.

★☆☆☆☆ Naco Chata · Mar 29, 2025

doesn't work with BT Philips Hue, even when following instructions.

★★☆☆☆ Tim Richmond · Oct 30, 2025

It used to be really user-friendly to add devices. Now, you have to tear down Philips outdoor fixtures to look for a serial number. The bridge disconnects, and you have to reboot the app. It only tells you to connect to the Wi-Fi. The support community is not much help. It looks like they just want you to spend a lot of money on lights and pay for add-ons. Looking for alternatives at this point as it is not worth the extra money.

Google Play Rankings for Hue Essentials

Top rankings

Rank	Country	Category	List
121	Switzerland	Lifestyle	Top Free
184	Netherlands	Lifestyle	Top Free

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Ranking history in Switzerland

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