Rank #2 in Best Smart Bulbs 2026: 10 Ranked, Wattage Claims Checked
Tapo L530B B22 Smart Bulb 2-Pack, 806lm
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Tapo L530B(2-Pack) is the runner-up in this guide: a B22 bayonet LED that changes colour, dims from 1 to 100 percent, and takes commands from the Tapo app, Alexa or Google Assistant. It costs £14.99 for the two bulbs and holds 4.4 out of 5 from 16,434 ratings, with 71 of the 100 sampled ratings at five stars.
Its own spec table is what puts it this high and what makes it worth reading twice. The listing states 'Wattage: 60 watts', 'Power Consumption: 60 Watts' and 'Light Source Wattage: 60 Watts', then gives 'Incandescent Equivalent: 8.3 Watts'. Both cannot be true of the same bulb. An 8.3W LED standing in for a 60W incandescent is the ordinary reading, and it fits the 806 lumens of white brightness the listing quotes. As with every page here, the numbers come from the Amazon listing and not from a bulb we tested ourselves.
How those 16,434 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.4 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £14.99 for the two-pack |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 out of 5 from 16,434 ratings |
| White brightness | 806 lumens |
| Wattage (as listed) | 60 watts |
| Power consumption (as listed) | 60 watts |
| Incandescent equivalent (as listed) | 8.3 watts |
| Bulb base | B22 bayonet, LED, indoor use |
| Colours and dimming | 16,000,000 hues, dimming range 1 to 100 percent |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Choose any color you want for your home. There are so many color options to choose from, and I'm very happy with it. The price may seem a little expensive, but it's definitely worth the money.”
Verified purchase“Im both lazy and have mobility issues.'Alexa turn the light off/on' has changed my life.Also added a dimmer switch to my phone.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Smart Bulbs 2026: 10 Ranked, Wattage Claims Checked.
Questions people ask
What is the wattage of the Tapo L530B?
The listing gives three separate fields reading 60 watts (Wattage, Power Consumption and Light Source Wattage) and one reading 8.3 watts (Incandescent Equivalent). Those two sets of figures disagree about the same bulb.
How bright is the Tapo L530B?
White Brightness is listed at 806 lumens. The listing gives no lumen figure for the colour modes.
Does the Tapo L530B work with Alexa?
Yes. The listing names Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant as controller types and lists voice control for both, alongside app and remote control.
What fitting does the Tapo L530B use?
It is a B22 bayonet LED, listed for indoor use, on 220 to 240 volts at 50 hertz.
Can I dim the Tapo L530B?
Yes. The listing gives a dimming range of 1 to 100 percent, adjustable through the app.
How many colours does the Tapo L530B offer?
16,000,000 hues according to the listing, along with adjustable light temperature and brightness.
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