# OnSwitch for Philips Hue

> Dynamic scenes app for Hue! Dazzling Fireworks, Disco, Chill, Sports, Holidays

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.getonswitch.onswitch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.getonswitch.onswitch)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.getonswitch.onswitch`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Buzzhaus, LLC
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 275,027
- **Rating:** 4.18 / 5 (2,809 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.1.30
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-11
- **First published:** 2015-08-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 190 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.getonswitch.onswitch)
- **Website:** [http://www.getonswitch.com/](http://www.getonswitch.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.getonswitch.com/privacy](http://www.getonswitch.com/privacy)

## Description

OnSwitch for Philips Hue offers a powerful yet simple interface to transform your Philips Hue lights into dynamic, immersive experiences. Connect seamlessly to your Hue Smart Bridge and choose from a wide range of animated scenes such as dazzling fireworks, vibrant disco parties, calming nature ambiances, and festive holiday settings including Halloween and Christmas. Features include everyday lighting enhancements, Sunrise Wake Up alarms, Sunset Sleep timers, and specialized scenes for kids. Enjoy cinematic flair with synchronized music soundtracks and creative lighting controls, including curated pastel colors and exclusive "Color Splat!" discovery. Efficiently manage multiple light groups without conflict with other apps. Please note, Philips Hue lights and Hue Smart Bridge are required; LIFX bulb compatibility may vary.

## Rankings

- #136,402 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.getonswitch.onswitch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.getonswitch.onswitch.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's engaging lighting scenes, support for multiple bulb brands, and responsive developers. However, frequent freezing and crashing issues detract from the experience. Many criticize the high cost of in-app purchases and expensive individual scenes. Connection problems, including needing to re-pair with the Hue bridge and limited group/bulb control, frustrate users. Volume control for sound effects is also problematic. Overall, while the app offers great effects and features, stability and pricing concerns persist among Android users.

### Pros

- Offers a variety of impressive lighting scenes and effects.
- Developers are responsive and update the app.
- Works with both Philips Hue and LIFX bulbs.
- Easy to use with pre-made lighting settings.
- Good visual appeal and fun to use.

### Cons

- App frequently freezes or crashes, especially on startup.
- In-app purchases are expensive and scenes are sold individually, making it costly.
- Some features like syncing effects with TVs or controlling individual bulbs within groups are lacking.
- App requires constant reconnection to Hue bridge and has connection issues.
- Sound effects volume cannot be properly controlled within the app.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.getonswitch.onswitch)