Review: Govee Neon Rope Light 2 - Great idea, tough to execute

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Smart lighting is the best - you can do so much with it, from getting creative to setting a mood. But sometimes the promise of a smart light is more than the brand, or you, can deliver…Govee recently released an upgraded version of its Indoor Rope Light called Govee Neon Rope Light 2. In this review I’ll try it out here in my home to see what it’s like to use and install, how bright and colourful it is and what’s been upgraded. I'll wrap things up with the pros and the cons and let you know if I think I can recommend this smart rope light for you
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What is Govee Neon Rope light 2? Specs & Design
In short this indoor lighting kit is a 16-foot (4.8 meters) long flexible silicone strip that you can place almost anywhere, from around mirrors, or headboards to under furniture. You can even create custom light designs. Well, at lest that’s the idea.
Perhaps most importantly, there is no hub or bridge required for Wi-Fi connectivity and smartphone control.
What’s new?
Govee has modified the design of this rope light to be a little brighter and rounder than the previous version, so you're getting a little light shining out not just from the top or front of the light but also from the sides. This version also appears to have a much more watercolour like appearance where the strip changes colour more subtly. Instead of delineated segments that use pinpoints of light or tiny LED bulbs, you're definitely getting more of a softer ambient effect.
Already I like this a lot better than another LED rope light I’ve been using that does show up as a line of LED dots.
Govee Neon Rope light 2 is internally segmented, meaning you can tweak sections of the strip to be different colors, or choose Govee presets for a more blended lighting look too. Unlike some other smart strip lighting this set cannot be connected to other sets for longer installations.
What’s in the box?
In the package you get the Govee Neon Rope Light 2 with plug. It has a silicone back, and it very flexible. Included in my package were 24 clips in two sizes; a single clip and a bendable metal clip with two anchor points. You can install them with either an adhesive pad or with included screws and anchors. Extra clips can be ordered from Govee.
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[@thomasmosig9689]

I used painters tape to map out a design. When you are attaching the rope lights to the wall, you gently remove the painters tape as you go. Using the screws is a must since my adhesive, let go and left the lights hanging.

[@ErinLawrenceTV]

What a smart idea! I'll have to try that.

[@ronm6585]

Thanks for the review Erin.

[@grahaml8454]

Thanks Erin, great review but I will wait until another version comes out or take a look at the others you suggested 👍❤️

[@frzstat]

I might try this with some peg board and small tie wraps.

[@glitch_256]

Thanks for the review! Seems like the kind of product that looks really good on commercials. Good to see a real-world take on it.
I never thought smart lights would have numbered iterations in their names. 😅
That being said, I think it'd be worth the installation effort if installed in like a restaurant, store or business since these kinds of decorations add some eye candy and overall value to the customer experience.

[@ErinLawrenceTV]

I bet if a professional tackled this they could do amazing things. I just worry about real people expectations versus reality. 😂

[@071949]

Hi Erin, Thank you for another honest pros and cons review; you may well have saved some viewers some $ and frustration...RogerC 5/16/24

[@whya2ndaccount]

Thanks Erin for doing it, so we don't have to.

[@amazinggrace313]

Are they as bright as the light strip ??

[@alexandrelima7240]

Why didn't you write your name?