linkind wi-fi material smart bulb review

Linkind Wi-Fi Matter Smart Bulb Review: Introduction

A cheap smart bulb is indeed a dozen in its essence, but few are really decent at a reasonable price than the material-compatible Linkind Wi-Fi Matter smart bulb without cutting the major corners.

Linkind’s Matter Smart bulbs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but in the tests in this review we have the cheapest issues. Over $20/£20 for a 4 pack.

In the UK where I’m testing them, they pass through the Moniker Linkind Wi-Fi Matter Smart Bulb A60 RGBTW, but the Linkind Matter Smart RGBTW A19 Bulb Stateside.

This is because if countries using metric systems call light bulbs A60 in contrast to A19, there is a voltage difference between them.

However, both variations are from 800 lumens.

They are Wi-Fi-based, support all major platforms and offer serious lighting customization through the AIDOT app.

They’re not the brightest on the market, but they’re more than making up for it with their functionality, reliability and their eye-opening price.

Please read my full review.

Design and setup habits

Get a 4-pack standard A19-style LED bulb with an E26 base. There’s nothing flashy here. Just the classic light bulb look.

Each bulb is rated at 800 lumens, equivalent to 60W incandescent. They have a wide beam angle of 230°, making them suitable for most rooms and are rated to last 25,000 hours (approximately 23 years if used for 3 hours a day).

Adding them to the problem setup is a bit tedious. Each bulb works independently, so you need to add them one at a time. It’s a bit boring, but the upcoming issue 1.4.1 update will smooth out this.

There are also small catches in how they pair. If you first add a light bulb to the problem, you will later bump into a wall trying to connect to the Aidot app. I needed a reset. This included turning it on/off six times on the switch.

For the smoothest experience, start with the AIDOT app and link it importantly later.

Features and app experience

Basic controls work throughout the material ecosystem, but on/off, adjust, adjust color temperature – a full-featured buffet requires a native app. When dealing with substances and smart lights, it’s always (current) way.

Using Linkind Lights means the Aidot app. And, the hassle, that means creating an account and starting it. But once you enter, the options are impressive.

Inside the Aidot, each bulb has its own dashboard with full-color wheels, brightness sliders and access to numerous lighting modes.

It’s easy to switch between Caucasian (1,800k-6,500k) and 16 million shades using the slider or using any of many defined presets.

Choose from over 100 dynamic lighting scenes, all available in categories such as “Christmas”, “Modern City” and “Natural Landscapes”. If you don’t fantasize about any of them, you can create your own effects.

You can also use your phone’s microphone to sync your lights to music. You can also use both synchronous (all bulbs match the beat) and asynchronous (each dance independently) options.

There are also scheduling, routines, geofencing (think of the lights being turned off at departure), and power recovery options that define what the bulb will do after power cuts.

There is also basic energy monitoring that was burned in.

performance

As for the price, the performance is really impressive. The bulb responds quickly, reconnects to the network within 5 seconds of a power outage, and supports both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so it won’t leave you in the dark in the case of router hiccups.

A 90+ CRI (Color Rendering Index) means that whether you set the mood of a movie night or you’re reading a book, the colors look rich and accurate.

That said, at 800 lumens, these are not the brightest smart bulbs.

You can also illuminate a large room or if you need serious brightness, you can pair the two or see something heavier.

However, it is fine for general use in bedrooms, lamps and small spaces.

Final Thoughts

If you want to add material-compatible lighting to your home without spending your wealth, Linkind’s smart bulbs are an absolute stolen. Not without some setup quirks, and you’ll need to use the AIDOT app for full functionality, but Payoff is a customizable lighting experience that is surprisingly capable for the price of a gorgeous coffee.

Over $20 you’ll get four bulbs that work well on Apple, Google, Alexa and Smartthings, offering rich color effects and even syncing to your music.

Testing method

When publishing reviews, you can reassure them that they are the result of a long-term test “live.”

Smart lights usually live in ecosystems, or in a variety of products where everything works harmoniously. Therefore, it is impossible to use a connected light for a week to provide a verdict.

As you test your smart home kit every day, you know what’s important and how a particular light compares to the alternatives you’re also considering.

Our reviews are comprehensive, objective and fair, and of course, you will not be paid directly to review your device.

Check out our complete guide on how to test your smart light and see more details.

linkind wi-fi material smart bulb review: Specifications