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Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026)

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Does the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026) work with HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Home?

Matter reaches the Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026) through the Bridge or directly over Thread.

It also pairs with a Hue Bridge over Zigbee. This is an indoor light strip (IP20) with gradient color and white from 1000 to 20000 K. It measures 2.5 m. It suits HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings users through an integration (Zigbee). Home Assistant users reach it through an integration (a Matter bridge).

At a glance: works withHow this is decided: cited platform facts only
HomeKit
Yes[1]
Zigbee, via integration
Google Home
Yes[1]
Zigbee, via integration
Alexa
Yes[1]
Zigbee, via integration
SmartThings
Yes[1]
Zigbee, via integration
Home Assistant
Yes[2–4]
Matter via Bridge, via integration; 1 other path

Key facts

Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026) facts

How facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
FactValue
StatusCurrent[1][3][5–7]
List price$179.99[1] as of
ReleasedAnnounced 2026-09-03. Sale from 2026-09-15.[1][3][8]
Placement and IP ratingIndoor IP20[1][3][8]
GradientYes[1][3][8]
Color and whiteGradient RGBICW, white 1000–20000 K, with OmniGlow.[1][3][8]
Length2.5 m. No extension.[1][3][8]
Connector and compatibilityNew cuttable Play. No approved older LED extension or PSU mix.[1][3][8]
Power and power supply20 W product[1][3][8]
Brightnessunknown
Matter pathBridge, or direct through a third-party Thread border router[1][3][8]
Bridge and SyncYes. Partial direct control of one strip. A Bridge adds multi-light.[1][3][8]
AvailabilityOn sale in the UK, Germany and Canada. Coming soon in the US.[1][5–7]

Sizes and finishes

These models differ from the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026) only by length, color or region, so they share this page. Each is listed with its own details on the line page.

Integration paths

How the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026) connects

4 pathsHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PathRequiresiLocaliFeatures lostPlatformsi
Matter / ThreadBRThread border router[1][3][8]unknownunknownunknown
Matter via BridgePhilips Hue Bridge (v2, square), Philips Hue Bridge Pro[1][3][8][9]unknownunknown
ZigbeeHUBPhilips Hue Bridge (v2, square), Philips Hue Bridge Pro[1][3][8][10]Yes[1][3][8]unknown
BLEHue Bluetooth app[1][3][8]unknownunknownunknown
About these columns
Requires
Hardware the path needs beyond the device and a controller.
Local
Yes when control on this path keeps working with the internet down.
Platforms
The platforms that work with the device on this path: Native (out of the box), Via integration (needs an add-on) or Not supported.

Home Assistant and Homey

Ways to add the Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026)

3 routesHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PlatformLeveliIntegrationDetailsEvidenceLimitations
Home AssistantNative (local)[4]hueZigbee
  • Quality: No score[4]
  • IoT class: Local Push[4]
  • Works with Home Assistant: Not certified[4]
Vendor system covered, model not namedNone stated
Home AssistantVia Matter bridge[2][3]matterMatter via Bridge
  • Quality: No score[2][3]
  • IoT class: Local Push[2][3]
  • Works with Home Assistant: Not certified[2][3]
Vendor system covered, model not namedLimited: Matter exposes fewer Hue features than the Hue integration[2][3]
HomeyOfficial app (local)[11]nl.philips.hueZigbee
  • App: Official[11]
  • Runs on: Homey Pro, Homey Cloud[11]
Vendor system covered, model not namedNone stated
About these columns
Level
How the device gets into the platform on this route. The headline is the best route: local before cloud, direct before bridged, core before community. The methodology page lists every level.

Releases

  1. 2026
    1. Announced [3]
    2. Released [3]

      Available from this date. Availability varies by market.

Cite this page

Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip Pro, 65 in (2026). Smart Home Canon. https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/philips-hue-play-gradient-pro-65-new-2026. Last checked 2026-10-20.

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