Are smart string lights worth it? I've tested sets from Philips Hue and Nanoleaf to find out

Whether you prefer your decorations in minimalist white and silver or gaudy festive cheer, a Christmas tree just isn’t complete without string lights.

Thanks to the swathes of LED options on the market, gone are the days of hunting through the entire string to find that one pesky dud bulb that’s killed the mood, which is a big win for those of us who are old enough to remember.

Nowadays, we’ve got oodles of smart string light options at our fingertips, but are they worth the extra cash? In my opinion: absolutely.