Multiple Hue Bridges

[TonyFleisher]

You can use multiple Bridges with ST, but each will form it’s own zigbee network, so the bulbs on different networks will probably not repeat for each other and dimmer or tap switches connected to one bridge can’t control lights on another bridge. There also are reports that some systems (like Alexa) may not handle multiple Bridges well.

Here is a recent post with some other important details:

Can ST Support 3 Philips Hue Bridges?

I have a SmartThings IM6001-V3P01 hub. I have 3 Philips Hue bridges (all v2 square) operating around 40 devices each for a total of ~120 lights and accessories. The SmartThings app (the current iPhone app with 5 circles orbiting a center circle) had no problem learning the first two bridges and discovering all of the lights. So right now the app see’s all of my Arlo cameras, my WeMo plugs, my Samsung fridge and TV’s and ~80 hue devices across the two bridges. I have been unable to add the third Hue bridge. It’s installed properly in the Hue app; all three bridges are seen and I can move between them. Lights from all three bridges are also addressable through the Apple Home app / Siri. Obviously multiple bridges are supported since I am able to see two of the bridges. Does anyone kno…