Echo Plus and Philips Hue - do I need hue bridge

[Steduk]

Sorry if this is posted elsewhere - new to echo plus and this forum.

I have echo plus and 3 white hue bulbs. I want to set an on/off schedule for home security.
I understood (maybe incorrectly) that the echo plus had a hub inside that would remove the need for additional product specific hubs/controllers. It turns the bulbs on/off ok but I cant link it to the hue app.

Simple question: do I still need the hue bridge?

Thanks

[kevb]

To turn the bulbs on at specific times, use your Alexa app on your phone and set up a routine based on a scheduled time.

If you want to use the Hue app, you need the Hue hub.

[asianrocker]

No. The point of echo plus is so you won't need any other hub. Use routine feature as the above post.