Hue Dimmer Switch (EU): what it works with
Philips Hue · model Hue Dimmer Switch (latest model, EU) · For Europe
Other regions: Hue Dimmer Switch (US) (US & Canada)
- Matter Unconfirmed
- Apple Home Via Philips Hue Bridge
- Google Home Unconfirmed
- Amazon Alexa Unconfirmed
- SmartThings Unconfirmed
- Home Assistant Via Philips Hue Bridge
The latest Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) is a battery remote with on, dim up, dim down and Hue buttons. It runs on one CR2032 and pairs straight to up to 10 Hue lights, or to a Hue Bridge for more. Through the Bridge it works with Apple Home and Home Assistant.
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Ecosystem compatibility
| Platform | Works? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Matter | Unconfirmed | The switch itself has no CSA listing. Hue's Matter page says Hue products work with Matter when connected through the Hue Bridge; that makes it a bridged device at most, not a certified one.[1],[3] |
| Apple Home | Via Philips Hue Bridge | Hue's EU product page marks this switch as HomeKit compatible, in addition to its general third-party list; it reaches Apple Home through the Hue Bridge. The page doesn't say which press actions Apple Home can use.[1] About the Hue Bridge (EU) |
| Google Home | Unconfirmed | Google Home appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Hue says its products work with Matter through the Bridge, but no Hue or Google page says this switch's presses can trigger Google Home automations. |
| Amazon Alexa | Unconfirmed | Alexa appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Tech blogs report Hue switches as Alexa routine triggers since 2023, but no Hue or Amazon page confirms it for this switch. |
| SmartThings | Unconfirmed | SmartThings appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Only community posts discuss Hue switches in SmartThings; no Hue or Samsung page confirms this switch's presses reach it. |
| Home Assistant | Via Philips Hue Bridge | Home Assistant's Hue integration names the Dimmer Switch and supports Hue remotes as device triggers for automations through the Bridge, with local push on V2 bridges.[2] About the Hue Bridge (EU) |
“Via Matter” means you add it with that platform's Matter controller instead of a brand skill or app. “Unconfirmed” means we couldn't find an official source either way. How we verify.
Specs that matter for setup
- Radio: Hue's page lists Bluetooth and Zigbee. EAN 8719514274617.
- Hub: Hue says a Bridge is required for this switch: without one it pairs directly to up to 10 lights, but changing what it does needs a Bridge. Hue's setup guide adds that app control, routines and out-of-home access need a Bridge. With a Bridge it handles up to 50 lights.
- Local control: Hue's page says it works without Wi-Fi; it talks Zigbee straight to lights or to the Hue Bridge, and Home Assistant's Hue integration uses the Bridge's local event stream.
- Buttons: Hue's setup guide says each of the four buttons can be programmed (on, dim up, dim down, Hue button); the spec sheet counts 2 configurable buttons. EAN 8719514274617, 12NC 929002398602. Page is the Dutch storefront.
- Power: One CR2032 coin cell is in the box.
Before you buy
- Hue's page says a Bridge is needed to change what the buttons do; without one it controls up to 10 lights with default behaviour.
- Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings support for its button presses is not confirmed by Hue, Google, Amazon or Samsung.
Quick answers
- Does the Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) work with Apple Home?
- Yes, but only through the Philips Hue Bridge. Hue's EU product page marks this switch as HomeKit compatible, in addition to its general third-party list; it reaches Apple Home through the Hue Bridge. The page doesn't say which press actions Apple Home can use. More smart buttons and remotes for Apple Home
- Does the Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) work with Google Home?
- Not confirmed. We couldn't find an official source either way. Google Home appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Hue says its products work with Matter through the Bridge, but no Hue or Google page says this switch's presses can trigger Google Home automations.
- Does the Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) work with Amazon Alexa?
- Not confirmed. We couldn't find an official source either way. Alexa appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Tech blogs report Hue switches as Alexa routine triggers since 2023, but no Hue or Amazon page confirms it for this switch.
- Does the Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) work with SmartThings?
- Not confirmed. We couldn't find an official source either way. SmartThings appears only in Hue's brand-wide third-party list. Only community posts discuss Hue switches in SmartThings; no Hue or Samsung page confirms this switch's presses reach it.
- Does the Hue Dimmer Switch (EU) work with Home Assistant?
- Yes, but only through the Philips Hue Bridge. Home Assistant's Hue integration names the Dimmer Switch and supports Hue remotes as device triggers for automations through the Bridge, with local push on V2 bridges. More smart buttons and remotes for Home Assistant
Sources
- Hue Dimmer switch - nieuwste model — Signify (Philips Hue) manufacturer · accessed Oct 23, 2026
- Philips Hue - Home Assistant — Home Assistant ecosystem · accessed Oct 23, 2026
- Philips Hue and Matter — Signify (Philips Hue) manufacturer · accessed Oct 23, 2026
- Install Philips Hue dimmer switch: the ultimate guide to smart control — Signify (Philips Hue) manufacturer · accessed Oct 23, 2026
Official product page: www.philips-hue.com