Disagree, as a renter smart bulbs are by far the easiest way to get dimmable lights in my apartment. Being able to dim the lights in the evenings while I watch TV is amazing.
(Although, I did install a dimmer into the dining room wall switch, but it's worth it I think if you'll be there at least a year.)
In the US (or at least the majority of jurisdictions who have adopted it), NEC Section 240.24(B) requires "each occupant shall have ready access to all overcurrent devices protecting the conductors supplying that occupancy unless otherwise permitted in 240.24(B)(1)" (where that is roughly buildings with continuous on-site maintenance supervision can avoid this requirement).
what do you do if you have a flooding? just hope you dont get electrocuted?
You should really insist on access...
Not to mention, I have ~10 of these bulbs. Can't imagine how a remote control would deal with that. They also aren't connected to the internet, they are controlled by a hub that only has local network access.