The verdict
The Essentials A19 is the Matter + Thread pick — Nanoleaf's smart bulb with both Matter and Thread support.
Strengths
- +Matter + Thread support
- +16M colors + full white
- +Nanoleaf design aesthetic
- +Works with Alexa, Google, HomeKit
Watch-outs
- −Requires Thread border router for full benefit
- −Nanoleaf hub for advanced scenes
- −Less brand recognition than Hue / LIFX
How it compares
Best Thread support. Matter. Smaller brand than Hue.
Who this is for
At a glance: Apple Home users with Thread border router.
Why you’d buy the Nanoleaf Essentials A19 Matter
- Matter + Thread support.
- 16M colors + full white.
- Nanoleaf design aesthetic.
Why you’d skip it
- Requires Thread border router for full benefit.
- Nanoleaf hub for advanced scenes.
- Less brand recognition than Hue / LIFX.
Rating sources
Our 4.5 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.
