What LUTEC does

LUTEC, a registered trademark of Ningbo UTEC Electric Co., LTD, is a Chinese manufacturer and brand of outdoor and indoor lighting solutions headquartered in Yuyao, Zhejiang, China. Founded in 1992 and operating with 501–1,000 employees, the company designs, manufactures and sells luminaires across six product segments: Connected Light (Bluetooth mesh smart lighting via the LUTEC App), Architectural (contemporary wall and outdoor fixtures), Tradition (classic lantern-style fixtures), Solar (solar-powered wall lights, bollards and portable lights), Security (PIR motion-sensor floodlights and camera-integrated luminaires such as SECURY'LIGHT and CAMERA LIGHT), and Functional (recessed ground and wall lighting). The technical stack combines integrated LED modules, polycrystalline and monocrystalline solar panels, PIR motion sensors, and a Bluetooth mesh connectivity layer under the LUTEC Connect ecosystem, with TUYA-powered ranges enabling CCT and RGB control from warm to cool white via smartphone. Product breadth is high — over 50 named SKU families plus accessories such as smart E27 bulbs and replacement rechargeable batteries — and several ranges carry CE marking for European market compliance.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model via lutec.com with a public pricelist, account management, and CE-marked distribution, targeting residential homeowners (gardens, terraces, pathways, driveways, facades, security) and professional installers/landscapers. Revenue is primarily one-time hardware sales with some recurring accessory and battery replacement income; pricing is not publicly disclosed on the website. Strategic differentiators highlighted by the company include award-winning industrial design, a coordinated product family architecture allowing harmonized installations, and the LUTEC Connect smart ecosystem. The company is privately held with no disclosed venture or private equity investment and no disclosed revenue or M&A activity.

Name

LUTEC

Legal name

Ningbo UTEC Electric Co., LTD

Website

https://lutec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

LUTEC is a Chinese designer and manufacturer of outdoor and indoor LED lighting solutions, selling solar, architectural, security and smart (Bluetooth mesh) luminaires direct-to-consumers and installers across global markets via its lutec.com e-commerce platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Lighting Fixtures

NAICS

Residential Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335131), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lighting & Electrical (Bulbs, Switches, Outlets, Panels) (HSAPAQAC), Smart Lighting & Electrical (Bulbs, Switches, Plugs) Retail (CRACAGAB)

Keywords

• Outdoor lighting fixtures
• Solar lighting products
• Smart LED luminaires
• Security floodlights
• Connected lighting systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Yuyao

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Outdoor Lighting Product Sales: LUTEC generates revenue through the sale of outdoor lighting products including wall lights, bollards, flood lights, ceiling lights, pendants, and accessories. Products are sold directly through the company website and potentially through distribution channels. Revenue is primarily one-time hardware purchases with some recurring battery and accessory replacement revenue.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

LUTEC designs, manufactures, and sells outdoor lighting luminaires including wall lights, bollards, flood lights, ceiling lights, pendants, recessed fixtures, and accessories across six product segments: Connected, Architectural, Tradition, Solar, Security, and Functional. Products incorporate integrated LED modules, solar panel technology, PIR motion sensors, and the proprietary LUTEC Connect Bluetooth mesh ecosystem compatible with the TUYA platform for smart-app control. The company sells primarily through its own e-commerce website (lutec.com) to residential homeowners and professional installers worldwide.

Product overview

LUTEC is an outdoor lighting solutions company offering a comprehensive portfolio of luminaires across six product segments: Connected Light (smart lighting with Bluetooth mesh and LUTEC App control), Solar (solar-powered wall lights, bollards, and portable lights), Security (PIR sensor floodlights and camera-integrated luminaires), Architectural (contemporary wall lights and spotlights), Tradition (classic lantern-style fixtures), and Functional (recessed outdoor lighting). The core offering is the LUTEC Connect ecosystem featuring Bluetooth mesh connectivity, smartphone control via the LUTEC App, and compatibility with LUTEC Remote Control for the entire product family. Key product families include WINGS, SWAN, PILI, MIYI, LOOMA, ATLANTIS, AERO, TUDA, KOMBO, DIVA, BRICK, SUNSHINE, TUBON, LINKO, ALETA, SPIRE, SHYNE, STANOS, SCOP, LINEA, DROPA, HEROS, GEMINI, DOBLO, FOCUS, CYPRES, PINE, KELSEY, FLAIR, CATE, SHRIMP, QUBO, ELARA, CYRA, ARTICA, ARC, and WEST. Accessories include smart bulbs (A60, ST64, G95, G125 E27), rechargeable batteries, and smart home accessories (ACCESS BOX, SMART SWITCH, REMOTE CONTROL). The company is a Trademark from Ningbo UTEC Electric Co., LTD based in Zhejiang, China.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LUTEC Connect: Smart lighting ecosystem featuring Bluetooth mesh connectivity, app-controlled luminaires, and remote control operation for indoor and outdoor lighting applications.
• Solar
• Solar Hybrid
• InMotion
• SECURY'LIGHT
• CAMERA LIGHT

Products and services

• Connected Light Segment A segment of smart outdoor and indoor lighting products featuring LUTEC Connect Bluetooth mesh connectivity, smartphone control via the LUTEC App, and compatibility with the LUTEC Remote Control for managing the entire product family. Designed for residential consumers seeking a unified smart lighting experience.
• Solar Lighting Segment A segment of solar-powered outdoor lighting products including portable lights, wall lights, bollards, and recessed fixtures with integrated or independent solar panels (polycrystalline and monocrystalline). Includes intelligent user interfaces such as 3-step dimmers, timers, and PIR sensors for energy optimization. Designed for residential consumers seeking wire-free outdoor illumination.
• Security Lighting Segment A segment of security-oriented lighting products aimed at home security applications, including the InMotion concept with PIR sensor flood lights and wall lights, the SECURY'LIGHT concept, and the CAMERA LIGHT concept with integrated connected cameras controllable via the LUTEC app with two-way communication, Micro SD card support, and 1080p Full HD wide-angle camera.
• Functional Lighting Segment A segment of recessed outdoor lighting solutions for exterior walls, wooden or stone terraces, driveways, and paths. Includes wall and ground-mounted luminaires with various light source options in wide flood or narrow spot configurations. Designed for residential consumers and small professional landscaping projects.
• Architectural Lighting Segment A segment of contemporary and modern outdoor lighting installations for homes, terraces, and gardens featuring harmonized integration of LED-based luminaires. Includes wall lights, bollards, spotlights, and accent lighting products in coordinated families.
• Tradition Lighting Segment A segment of traditional and classic outdoor lighting fixtures for homes, terraces, and gardens, including wall lanterns (up/down), pedestal lights, and lantern poles in coordinated families. Edison-fitting versions paired with vintage filament LED lamps create a combination of new technology with authentic style.
• LUTEC Connect Smart Bulbs A range of LUTEC Connect E27 smart LED lamps available in vintage A60, ST64, G95, and G125 form factors, controllable via the LUTEC App. Includes dimmable warm-white filament versions and tunable color ambiance lamps with 16 million color options. Sold as accessories for residential consumers.
• Rechargeable Batteries Replacement rechargeable batteries (3.7V/7.4V, 2200mAh) for LUTEC solar lighting products. Available in multiple form factors (round and SM connector types) for residential consumers maintaining or replacing solar-powered outdoor fixtures.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TUYAcoreTechnology or IntegrationTUYA-powered smart ranges are fully compatible with the LUTEC Connect ecosystem. This integration enables CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) control from Warm White to Cool White via smartphone, extending LUTEC's smart lighting capabilities through TUYA's platform.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SLV: German architectural and outdoor lighting brand with a strong project and residential catalog. Comparable on architectural outdoor range and European market emphasis.
• EGLO: Austrian global residential lighting manufacturer with deep outdoor and indoor ranges. Comparable on scale, design-led portfolio, and residential DIY/pro trade channels.
• Nordlux: Danish outdoor and residential lighting manufacturer with a wide design-led portfolio and strong European retail presence. Directly comparable on portfolio breadth and target customer.
• Globo Lighting: Austrian outdoor/residential lighting brand with broad wall, pedestal, and bollard ranges. Comparable on residential outdoor design and EU distribution patterns.
• Paulmann: German family-owned residential lighting company selling smart and traditional outdoor luminaires across Europe. Overlaps directly on home outdoor, smart, and traditional segments.
• Konstsmide: Swedish outdoor lighting manufacturer focused on garden, wall, and bollard luminaires, plus seasonal lighting. Directly comparable on outdoor residential SKUs.
• Steinel: German smart lighting specialist known for outdoor luminaires with PIR sensors and Bluetooth control. Closely matches LUTEC's outdoor + sensor + smart positioning.

Emerging players

• Ring (Amazon): Smart security doorbell/camera brand with outdoor lighting accessories (Ring Smart Lighting). Comparable to LUTEC's SECURY'LIGHT/CAMERA LIGHT as the smart outdoor security reference point.

Broad incumbents

• Signify (Philips Hue): Global lighting incumbent operating Philips Hue for smart bulbs and luminaires. Overlaps with LUTEC Connect in smart control but is far broader with established smart-home ecosystem.
• Ledvance (OSRAM Sylvania): Global general lighting manufacturer with substantial outdoor luminaire portfolio. Comparable at the product-category level as an established, broad-line competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LutecUk
• Facebookfacebook.com/LUTECcom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/yaohua-lux

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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