IoT products are the rage this season, and the brand that is seeing wider adoption is Xiaomi. While we have seen certain IoT products in the Indian market for a while now, but things started to change after the Chinese players stirred up the market.
We saw Xiaomi launch their Mi Smart Bulb (Color) late last year and now we have a slightly cheaper Mi Smart LED Bulb (White). The bulb as of writing this review costs INR 450, which could quite a lot for a 7.5W LED bulb, but hey it’s a Smart Bulb. That being said, we’ve been using the bulb for a while now, and here’s our full Xiaomi Mi LED Smart LED Bulb (White) review for you to decide if it’s worth buying.
Xiaomi Mi LED Smart LED Bulb (White) Specifications
Before we start with the Mi Smart Bulb review, let’s have a quick look at the specifications of the device.
- Model- XMBGDP02YLK
- Lamp Holder- B22
- Rated Power- 7.5 W
- Luminous Flux- 810 lumens
- Rated Input- 220-240V ~50/60 Hz
- Color Temperature- White
- Wireless Connectivity- Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz
- Life Expectancy- Approximately 15,000 hours
- Warranty- 6 Months
Design & Build
Looking at the design, the new Mi Smart LED Bulb (White) looks more like a traditional LED Bulb. Unlike the Color variant, which has a flat top, here we see a rounded top. The top like scattering area is made out of high-quality polycarbonate and houses the circuits inside. Going further down, we see the aluminum body that aids in essential insulation and higher heat dissipation.
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- 【Powerful Smart Matter】Linkind 120V smart light bulb is certified for Matter platform used for integrating all your smart home devices into one control system, fitting for users with multiple smart gadgets. It eliminates the need for switching between multiple apps, enhancing your smart home experience. It works seamlessly with Matter-certified hubs (HomePod, Echo, Nest etc.) allowing for multi-platform control, or directly via AiDot app with no extra hubs needed, offering flexible usage for different home setups.
- 【 Voice & App Remote Control 】This WiFi smart bulb works with Alexa, Apple Home and Google Home allowing for hands-free voice control to turn on/off, dim or change colors. It also supports remote control via the app fit for when you are away from home.
- 【16M Colors & 104 Preset Scenes for All Moods】Linkind alexa light bulb is equipped with 16 million RGB colors and 104 preset scenes used for movie nights, parties, reading or sleeping causing a perfect atmosphere for every occasion in your home. You can customize exclusive light effects freely via the app to match your mood anytime.
- 【 Music Sync & Dynamic Light Effects】The color changing light bulb supports music sync function via the AiDot App, suitable for family gatherings and birthday parties. Simply grant microphone permission to the AiDot App, which will detect the music rhythm in the environment through your phone's mic, letting the light color and brightness change in sync with the music beat. It turns your home into a mini party venue and brings immersive audio-visual enjoyment for you and your friends.
- 【 60W Equiv 800LM & High Quality 】The LED smart bulb provides 800 lumens of bright light equivalent to 60W traditional bulbs saving up to 85% electricity extending the life to over 25000 hours. It is perfect for daily lighting in living rooms, bedrooms and kitchens.
The base here is B22, meaning it can fit traditional connectors and doesn’t need a special connector. If you’re thinking of using a pair of these in nightlamps then a connector would surely be required. The Mi Smart LED Bulb (White) doesn’t need a bridge or a hub which is its biggest advantage.
Other than that, the build is solid enough and despite the cheaper price, the brand hasn’t compromised here.
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- Multicolor & Auto White: Dimmable 16 million colors and warm to cool whites(2500K-6500K). Set your bulb to automatically adjust its color temperature to match natural light patterns from dawn to dusk. Explore endless lighting possibilities to create your favorite light effects for everything from a dinner party to a late-night study session. Great for holiday decorations.
- Voice Control: Get hands-free control of your lights with your voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Perfect for times when your hands are full or entering a dark room.
- Remote Control: Control your smart light bulb from anywhere with your smartphone using the free Kasa smart app (iOS, Android). Dim, turn on or off or change the colors of your light bulb remotely at your fingertips.
- Energy Monitoring & Scheduling: Monitor real-time energy usage. Drive down energy consumption without losing quality (60 W equivalent). Use timer or schedules to set your lights to automatically turn on and off whenever you want, such as waking up with a soft glow in the morning with sunrise offset.
- Trusted & Reliable: Kasa is trusted by over 6 Million users. UL certified for safety use. Require 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network connection.
Setup and Performance
The setup process for the Mi Smart LED Bulb (White) is easy, just insert the bulb into a regular B22 holder and power it on. Parallelly, install the Mi Home app on your phone from Google Play Store/ App Store and sign-in to your account.
Now light up the bulb and open the Mi Home app, click on the + option on the top right and select “Nearby Devices.” The app will now scan and automatically connect the bulb to your phone. follow the given on-screen prompts to connect the bulb to your WiFi network.
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- 16 Million DIY Colors: Govee smart light bulbs own millions of color and 54 preset scene modes, you can explore your favored one or pick one suits your moods most, bringing yourself a real fantastic lighting experience(Working Voltage: AC 120V).
- Music Sync: Our smart light bulbs change color and brightness simultaneously when sounds are detected by the microphone on your phone. Note: only works when the microphone is not occupied. Download Govee Home App and enable microphone permissions.
- Smart Control: Govee color changing light bulbs make it possible to control your bulbs with simple voice commands. And you'd also feel free to turn your smart light bulbs on/off, adjust brightness, or change the colors, set scenes via Govee Home App. (Note: Doesn't support 5G)
- Group Control: Simplify daily setups by grouping smart bulbs & Govee devices. Create a scheme, add devices, and control them simultaneously. Ensure bulbs are on stable 2.4GHz WiFi for optimal experience. Please Note: This A19 smart bulb cannot be used with smart switches.
- Timer and Schedule: Applying the ceiling fan light bulbs to your daily routine now is easier than ever, with timer function and modes like Sunrise & Sunset, you can set your bulbs to brighten when you wake up, and gradually dim when you fall asleep.
Once you’re done with the pairing process, you can control the simply via a voice assistant like Alexa or Google Assistant or by launching the Mi Home app on your phone. It’s a white 7.5W bulb with a maximum brightness of 810 Lumens, which is fairly decent.
The bulb is just white, so you’re kind of restrictive in the use cases. You do get a slider within the app to control the brightness and the color temperature which helps in setting up the ambiance. With 6500K cool white light, low brightness is dim and soft while high brightness is clear and bright. Using the user guide that is supplied with the packaging, you can configure the bulb to either Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. Each of those has some pre-sets built-in which are further useful.
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- 【Compatibility Note at First】Works with AC 120V only. Supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi band only – 5G band are not supported. Dual-band routers work fine – simply choose the 2.4GHz hotspot during setup. If 2.4GHz and 5GHz share the same name and connection fails, set different names for each band and retry. ⚠️Requires DayBetter App – Not compatible with Tuya, Smartlife, Magic Home App. Does not support MATTER/Home Assistant by now. Do not use with physical dimmer switches – dim via the App or voice.
- 【Smart Bulbs Compatible with Alexa & Google Home】 Experience true hands-free convenience by simply saying, "Alexa, turn on the lights." No hub required! Standard E26 base (approx. 26mm diameter) – fits most standard US light fixtures. ⚠️Not compatible with E12 candelabra bases, GU10 pin bases, or other non-E26 sockets. Please check your old bulb's base type before purchasing. Easily connect to Alexa or Google Assistant via the DAYBETTER App. Control your lights on/off, adjust brightness, change colors, and set custom schedules from anywhere—perfect for cooking, late nights, or setting the right mood anytime.
- 【Quick & Stable Setup with Wi‑Fi + Bluetooth】Our smart bulbs support both Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth for fast, reliable connectivity. Simply download the DAYBETTER App, connect to your 2.4GHz Wi‑Fi network (5GHz band is not supported), and complete the device pairing in minutes. Follow the manual to customize your lighting settings. Enjoy seamless integration with Alexa and Google Assistant for effortless voice control anytime.
- 【RGB Colors and Adjustable White Light】 The wifi light bulbs offer RGB colors for mood and decorative lighting – ideal for parties, gaming, or relaxing ambiance. In white light mode only, the energy-efficient 9W smart bulbs (equivalent to 60W) deliver max 800LM brightness for everyday ambient illumination, ranging from warm tones (2700K) to cool tones (6500K). Switch between RGB mode and white light mode via the APP to match any occasion.
- 【Scheduling and Group Control】 Automate daily routines, such as activating sunrise mode in the morning, dimming lights before bed. You can also add multiple bulbs to a group for convenient and quick control.
There isn’t much to explore, since it’s a white LED bulb, but one that is brighter than the competition.
Pros
- Gets really bright at 810 Lumens
- Ease of use
- Can be controlled using voice commands
Cons
- None
Verdict- Should you buy it?
The Mi Smart LED Bulb (White) provides impressive value for its asking price. The ease of use factor is perhaps the highlight, paired with the ability to control it via a voice assistant, and pairing a bunch of them to form a group adds extra points.
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- Easy Voice Control: Our Alexa light bulbs are compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for easy voice control. Adjust color, set timers, and automate lighting effortlessly. Note: This bulb only supports 2.4GHz WiFi.
- 16 Million DIY Colors: Govee smart light bulbs provide millions of colors and 54 preset scene modes. Style up your home decor with color accents, or set up fun light colors for your next party. Hub not required (Working Voltage: AC 120V).
- Music Sync: Our smart light bulbs change color and brightness when your phone's microphone detects sound. Note: This only works when the microphone is not occupied. Download Govee Home App and enable microphone permissions.
- Timer and Schedule: Applying these smart light bulbs to your daily routine is now easier than ever with timer functions and modes like Sunrise & Sunset. Stay energized in the morning or wind down after a long day. Note: Cannot be used with smart switches.
- Group Control: Have more than one Govee smart product? You can create a group to simultaneously control multiple smart bulbs from anywhere with a stable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection. Control these smart LED bulb with your family for added fun.
On top of this, the Bulb comes with a standard B22 connector, unlike the Color variant that has an E27 connector. Overall, for us, it’s a good product for someone who is trying to get into the Smart ecosystem and doesn’t want to invest a lot initially.
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