Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights 2, 144ft RGBIC Patio Lights with 45 Bulbs

We put these lights under our deck to light up our new patio, and I absolutely LOVE them! You can control them from your phone or with Alexa, and there are so many color options. I'm not particularly tech-savvy, but Kirk is, so he handled the setup. Now he can change the colors from his phone or just tell Alexa what he wants. As for me, I can do all of those things, too. I just ask Kirk to do it. One of my favorite things is sitting on the deck with friends and texting Kirk to ask if he can “give my friends a show.” He can change the colors and lighting from his phone, and it is surprisingly entertaining! The lights look fantastic under the deck and really add to the atmosphere on our new patio. They're fun, versatile, and exactly what we wanted. Great lights—and apparently, a great source of entertainment, too!

I purchased these Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights for my backyard, and they have completely transformed the atmosphere of the space. The lighting quality is excellent, and the RGBIC effects make the colors look vibrant, smooth, and much more customizable compared to standard outdoor string lights. One of my favorite features is the ability to control everything directly through the Govee app, which makes changing colors, brightness, scenes, and schedules extremely convenient. The app setup process was straightforward, and the lights connected quickly without any frustrating setup issues. I also really appreciate the wide variety of scene modes because it allows me to switch between relaxing warm lighting, colorful holiday themes, or more energetic effects depending on the occasion. The brightness level is impressive as well, providing plenty of illumination for patios, outdoor gatherings, or evening relaxation without being too harsh. The build quality feels durable and weather-resistant, and the lights have held up very well through rain, humidity, and changing outdoor conditions. Another feature I enjoy is the compatibility with Alexa and smart home controls, which makes it easy to adjust the lighting using voice commands when entertaining guests or relaxing outside. The bulbs themselves look modern and attractive, and the overall setup gives the backyard a very clean and upscale appearance at night. Overall, these are some of the best outdoor string lights I’ve owned, and I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to add customizable smart lighting and a more enjoyable atmosphere to their outdoor space.

I have bought a number of Govee products for our home, but I am extremely disappointed with the durability of these outdoor string lights. Govee advertises these lights with an expected lifespan of up to 25,000 hours. At only 6 hours of use per night, that would equate to more than 11 years. Mine developed a failed light after roughly 1 to 2 years of normal outdoor use. I understand that an advertised lifespan is not the same as a warranty, but there is a huge difference between 25,000 hours and a product failing after such a small fraction of that time. This is also not my first premature failure with Govee outdoor lighting. The bigger issue for me is that these lights were professionally installed, so replacing them is not simply a matter of buying another box. I contacted Govee, completed their troubleshooting steps, and asked for a replacement. They refused because the lights were outside their 12 month warranty and instead offered me 30% off another Govee product. That response does not give me confidence in the durability of the product or in continuing to invest in the brand. Outdoor LED lights marketed for long term use should last considerably longer than this. I would not buy these again unless Govee improves the durability or stands behind premature failures beyond the minimum warranty period.

Really like these lights and have them installed on the screen enclosure of our pool! The app is great and love the AI feature. I had them up for nearly a year when only the first few bulbs would light up and the rest were not illuminating. I used the “contact us” feature of the app to let Govee know of my issue. I received a reply in less than an hour asking for my Amazon order number. Within 4 business day I received replacement lights. Customer service was amazing.

I recently installed these Govee Smart Outdoor String Lights on my back patio using a separate string light hanging kit I also purchased. Once the hanging kit's support wire was in place, the Govee lights were a breeze to attach with zip ties, utilizing the handy loops built into the light string. This setup ensures no sagging, which looks great. The brightness of the warm white LEDs is just right, and the color-changing capability is fantastic, responding perfectly to both the Govee app (for initial setup) and Alexa voice commands. The dimming function works well, allowing for a nice ambiance when relaxing in the hot tub at night. While the lights offer 47 scene modes, I haven't explored those yet, as controlling the color and brightness via Alexa voice commands is simple and meets my needs. I haven't had any connectivity or reliability issues. Although the lights are somewhat protected under my eaves, they've been exposed to plenty of dew with no problems at all, indicating good weather resistance. The 144ft length was actually more than I needed; it comes in three sections, and I only used two. I wish Govee sold the controller separately so I could utilize the third unused section elsewhere. I purchased these during a holiday sale in 2024, and at that price, they felt like a great value. However, their regular price seems quite high. Compared to my previous basic Costco white string lights (which only had on/off functionality), these Govee lights are a significant upgrade with color changing, dimming, and voice control. The voice control is particularly convenient when I have my portable Alexa speaker outside by the hot tub. Overall, I'm happy with the lights, especially at the sale price – I'd recommend waiting for a discount to get the best value.

I recently purchased the Govee Outdoor String Lights 2 to decorate my home for Christmas, and I'm fairly impressed especially for the money. These lights are bright and vibrant, with customizable RGB colors. I love that each bulb can be individually addressed, allowing for a lot of creative possibilities Setting up the lights was a breeze. The app is intuitive and easy to navigate, and I had no trouble connecting the lights to my Wi-Fi network. The lights themselves are well-made and feel durable enough to withstand the elements. While I'm very happy with these lights overall, there are a couple of minor drawbacks. First, you can only connect a maximum of three strands together before needing an additional control box and power source. This can be a bit limiting if you're trying to cover a large area. Second, even though you can daisy-chain strands, you can't sync multiple separate strands together in the app, which would be a nice feature for creating more unified effects on one house. Despite these minor limitations, I would recommend the Govee Outdoor String Lights 2. They're a fantastic choice for anyone looking for bright, versatile, and easy-to-use outdoor lighting. I'm looking forward to using them year-round to see how they hold up over time.

If you want quality, then you'll have to pay for quality. These Govee lights are truly everything. I love all the color options you can choose from and the app makes everything run smoothly from your phone. I’ll definitely be purchasing more in the near future.

These have been through a year of storms, a few tornadoes and winter and have gave no problems. Easy to use from the app. Definitely worth it for outside (or inside) lighting

I set these up on my gazebo. I enjoy the "scenes". You can choose any color or group of colors, and you can change how fast they flicker. I like the app, I find it works well. It does keep saying its disconnected from the lights, but then I click reconnect and it does so instantly, so it's not an issue. I'm happy I got these lights. They really enhance the ambience of my backyard! They have survived the first rains, so they seem durable.

Love everything about these lights. Customizable for every season in our yard. I mostly bought them so I could have lights on for my dogs when they go out at night but I also like them for myself. I like picking the fun preset colors and choosing my own patterns. You can adjust the brightness and timing. They were so easy to set up. Highly recommend!

Water got into one of the bulbs and now the whole string doesn’t work. Edit: I emailed Govee Support and they had a replacement on my doorstep in two days. I was really impressed.

Very disappointed with these after all the issues recently with the spot lights.. now these are filling with water. 50% lights dont work in less than 1yr outdoor usage. Algae even growing in a few :(

I haven’t used these lights yet, my friends have the same ones and aren’t having any problems once they’re installed.