Philips Hue Go

Name: Philips Hue — Go, portable smart table lamp (white)
Brand: Philips Hue
SKU: B0B2PR4GXZ

Portable smart table lamp (white)

Ideal for: Portable mood lighting, indoors and on the terrace.

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A cordless table lamp you can put anywhere: white or colour light, a silicone handle, a charging base and up to 48 hours of battery life according to Philips Hue.

Light output370 lm (2700 K) / 530 lm (4000 K)
Colour temperature2000–6500 K, white and colour
Battery lifeUp to 48 h (according to Philips Hue)
Size and weight350 × 142 × 142 mm, 1.277 kg
Connectivity and protectionBluetooth, Zigbee (Hue Bridge), IP54

Avoid ifSkip it if you need a bright task lamp to light a work surface: it is built for ambience. Also avoid it if you have no smartphone or don't want a connected lamp.

White Philips Hue Go portable table lamp with a silicone handle, placed in a stylish interior

Why this model

The Philips Hue Go is a portable smart table lamp for anyone who wants white or coloured mood lighting they can carry from the desk to the living room, or out onto the terrace. Its rounded dome and silicone handle look good enough to leave on display.

In this Philips Hue Go review we look at what it brings to a desk or living space in Belgium: design, the battery life claimed by Philips Hue, Bluetooth or Hue Bridge control, and the cases where another lamp is a better fit.

Design: a white dome that goes anywhere

The Hue Go has a simple shape: a white metal body, a rounded diffuser and a silicone handle for carrying. According to Philips Hue it stands 350 mm tall and 142 mm wide, a size that fits on a desk, a shelf or a bedside table.

It sits on a charging base that is included: place it on the base to charge, lift it to move it. No cable trailing while it is in use, which keeps a desk tidy.

Day to day: mood, evenings and terrace

You can control it with the button on the lamp or from the Hue app over Bluetooth, with no Wi-Fi and no Hue Bridge. If you already own a Hue Bridge, it joins your Zigbee setup with your scenes, schedules and voice control. Philips Hue lists compatibility with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home, among others.

Philips Hue states up to 48 hours of battery life, depending on brightness settings. It is also rated for outdoor use (IP54), handy for a meal on the terrace or the balcony. At 370 lm in warm white it is ambient light, not task light.

Key specifications

According to Philips Hue: 370 lm at 2700 K and 530 lm at 4000 K, a white range of 2000 to 6500 K, plus colours. It weighs 1.277 kg and measures 350 × 142 × 142 mm. Rated lifespan is about 10 years, or 20,000 operating hours.

The battery is part of the smart battery system (INR18650 cell) and the charging base is included. Connectivity is Bluetooth and Zigbee, with a Hue Bridge for the advanced features.

Who it is for, and who it is not for

It suits you if you want a cordless design accent lamp that changes mood through the day, or if you already have a Hue ecosystem to extend. It also works as a soft evening light next to a screen or a reading chair.

Skip it if you need a powerful, adjustable desk lamp for real work: see our guide to LED desk lamps instead. If you want no app at all, a simpler lamp will suit you better.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Philips Hue Go work without a Hue Bridge?

Yes. According to Philips Hue it can be controlled over Bluetooth from the Hue app, with no Wi-Fi and no bridge. A Hue Bridge adds routines, remote control and integration with an existing Zigbee setup.

How long does the Philips Hue Go battery last?

Philips Hue states up to 48 hours of battery life. The real figure depends on the brightness and colour you choose: the brighter the light, the faster the battery drains.

Can the Philips Hue Go be used outdoors?

Yes, Philips Hue presents it for indoor and outdoor use with IP54 protection. It suits a terrace or balcony, but bring it in during heavy rain.

Philips Hue Go or a regular desk lamp: which should I pick?

The Hue Go is a portable ambient lamp (370 lm in warm white according to Philips Hue). To light a work surface, a proper desk lamp or a monitor light bar will do a better job.

Is the Philips Hue Go compatible with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home?

Yes. Philips Hue lists compatibility with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home, among others. Some features need a Hue Bridge, so check this first if you want voice control.