Today, we’re comparing 6 smart LED light strips, but we’re going to teach you what are the important things to look for when shopping for LED strips. You’ll learn the basics, like what these strips are made of and how those materials affect what you can do with them. You’ll learn about lumens and how they differ depending on the type of LEDs used in these strips. You’ll also learn how connectivity works and how to properly install an LED strip so you get the most bang for your buck.

All this, plus I'll show you which light strip is best for each situation in your home and give you the best smart home ideas for light strips!

Here is the link to our spreadsheet with all the information: https://automateyourlife.net/products/smart-light-strip-comparison-tables

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Govee M1 Matter Light Strip – https://geni.us/GoveeM1MatterStrip (Amazon affiliate link) or
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Philips Hue Gradient Light Strip – https://geni.us/HueGradientLightStrip (Amazon affiliate link)
TP-Link Tapo Light Strip – https://geni.us/Tapo930LightStrip (Amazon affiliate link)
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SwitchBot LED Light Strip – https://bit.ly/3MWv2re (Affiliate Link)
Eve Light Strip – https://geni.us/EveLightStripAYL (Amazon affiliate link)

Timecodes for today's video:
00:00 – Comparison of the best LED light strips
0:51 – Govee M1 Matter Light Strip Review
2:26 – Nanoleaf Essentials Strips Review
4:10 – SwitchBot LED Strip Review
5:40 – Philips Hue Gradient Light Strip Review
7:41 – Testing the Tapo light strip
9:08 – Eve Light Strip Review
10:58 – Comparison of LED strip effects and features
17:44 – The brightest light strips
21:01 – Best Colors for Light Strips
25:05 – Installation and configuration of light strips
27:10 – Smart LED Light Strip Installation Guide
30:39 – The easiest light strip to install and configure
32:47 – Comparing light strip connectivity
33:13 – Does matter help light bands?
35:47 – Smart Light Strip Automation Ideas
39:45 – The best light strip

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