RGBIC (RGB + a built-in Independent Chip) strip light is a higher level of the RGB strip light. It has the same color options, over 16 million colors, like RGB and RGBW strip light. RGBIC LED strip lights' built-in independent chip could display a rainbow-like lighting effect. TJOY LED Strip Lights provide the best value if you’re working on a tight budget. When you look at the cost per foot for these strip lights, many of our top recommendations are as much as 10 times more expensive. The stripped-down TJOY lights are a little light on features, such as app control, but you can’t beat the value. To cut Govee Lights, you will need to make sure you have the right type of LED Strip. RGB LED Strips can be cut. This is because they do not contain an IC chip. This article was written by Jeremy Laukkonen, a freelance writer and product tester for The Spruce. He’s had firsthand installing and using LED strip lights in his own home and has over a decade of experience reviewing electronics for outlets like Lifewire and Digital Trends, in addition to The Spruce.

Though bright, it is not as radiant as an RGBIC strip, which is not as potent and can light up a room way better. RGBIC To evaluate and choose the best LED light strips, Laukkonen looked at factors like LED density, lumens, strip length, ease of modification, controls, and connectivity. Other factors, like IP67 certification, were given heavy consideration for specific categories, like the best outdoor LED light strips and the best LED strip lights for your car. It is cuttable because it does not contain an IC chip, but it also means that the strip can only stay in one color at a time. Other LED strips can range in color and have an Ombre effect.Summary: RGBIC LED strip light is a utility home improvement. It can display various colors simultaneously. However, it cannot be cut like regular RGB strip lights. And RGBIC strip light is more expensive than RGB and RGBW strip light. However, you won’t be able to leave it overnight for a nightlight, for example, as it will be way to bright. Cons There are many ways to operate an LED light strip after installation, so it’s good to give that some thought ahead of time. The most common options include strips with a physical switch, strips that operate via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, motion-controlled strips, and physically wiring your LED light strips to a wall switch or dimmer. The appearance of LED lighting has evolved in the past few years. What was once only available in niche specialty stores is now an affordable and easy-to-install addition to any home or office. Over the past decade, high demand for LED lights has resulted in an abundance of manufacturers producing a wide variety of LEDs to meet consumer demand.

Though the different colors in the RGBIC strip can be fun, it also means it cannot be cut. Therefore, it can be harder to install in walls in which you cannot utilize a clipping connector. The bottom line You can hardwire LED light strips to a light switch, but it usually isn’t necessary. Most LED light strips run on 12 or 24 volts and use a power adapter that you plug into your wall outlet. “I suggest finding something either 12V or 24V, which is considered extra-low voltage,” says Belanger. To wire that kind of LED light strip to a light switch, you need to obtain a separate transformer and wire the transformer to the light switch. In that case, you’re usually better off consulting with a professional electrician,“ says Walter. “That way you'll ensure the job is done right.” The RGB LED strip can be cut into smaller portions, which is excellent for installing in such places where you can go around corners or chop the excess off. Available in 16 different colors and 16 zones, the Kasa Smart Premium LED Light Strip KL430 is an easy way to add smart lighting to your home. With voice control and built-in scheduling, you can easily control your lights with a simple voice command or schedule them to turn on at preset times, while group-and-schedule mode allows you to group all of your lights together for easier management. Read Review

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