Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights - Unboxing, installation, review. Christmas lights, Holiday

Update: After 4 months I have had 2 corner lights come loose. I just used some of the extra adhesive pads that came with the kit to reattach them. Maybe I'd use the screw down holders in all the corners, but honestly that's pretty good!
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I bought the 150ft kit.
Update: My wife loves them and was very surprised! I have also gotten several texts from neighbors who were impressed and wanted to know what kind of lights they were!
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0:00 Why permanent install lights?
3:15 unboxing
6:14 light testing
7:18 Install plan for my house
10:19 up on the roof, starting the install
17:57 testing out the new lights at night!
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[@Cbv1914]

Just bought mine today. Thanks for the review. I’m super excited to get my hands on mine!

[@bennieaust]

You’re welcome! Hope you like them as much as I do!

[@natejackson8892]

Great video!! I’m installing mine next weekend and came here to get info. Definitely answered all my questions and same concerns. Feeling much better and confident that it’ll go well and look great ! My daughter wants the follow up video of your wife’s reaction. 😂

[@bennieaust]

Great to hear! Thats what I was aiming for! Not sure if my wife would appreciate a video but I haven’t ruled it out yet. Haha She just got home, tonight is the big reveal! She has no idea yet. :)

[@TheMrclean2006]

Thanks for sharing. I just got mine this week and excited to get them installed.

[@bennieaust]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching and best of luck with your install!

[@TheMrclean2006]

Did you have issues when you drilled in the screw supplied into your siding? I have the exact same siding as you do and I'm having trouble. Looks like you didn't.

[@bennieaust]

@@TheMrclean2006 I used a driver and put decent pressure on it to start the screw, then it went right in. If you are doing it by hand, it will be very difficult.

[@gue3bara]

I am installing mine next week and this video definitely helped

[@bennieaust]

Great to hear! Best of luck with the installation!!

[@flytheskymyway]

I would’ve loved to seen your wife’s reaction.

[@-IDK-869]

Luckily when we attached it there was no problem. We also attached it when the weather was very cold. I remembered that I couldn't stay outside longer because it was so cold that day,so from time to time I went inside the house to warm up.

[@daner1877]

looks great, just ordered!

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! Hopefully you'll like them as much as we do!

[@ab221983]

Love the video! Thanks i really need to see it on a very short eave (window) and looks great

[@bennieaust]

You’re welcome! I wasn’t sure how that was going to look either but it turned out great!

[@valdeslo1]

Yo, I just got my set yesterday. Am planning out the layout today and will start in a bit. Great vid!!! Regarding your power supply outlet next to you door. I am using a weather proof outlet connection box. Take a look as may be a short term solution until you install as permanent outlet in soffit. Cheers!

[@bennieaust]

Thanks for the tip! I will look in to it. Best of luck with your install!!

[@JRMcDowell]

You have one light above the garage that came on early and popped on a different color than the rest toward the end of your video... not sure anyone mentioned it to you. I plan to do these this year, we live out in the country and I like the idea of the lights both for a holiday and for a security safety setting. Thanks for your video... I was concerned about the cutting of the cables to fit our application, but you helped ease that concern, so again thanks!

[@bennieaust]

You’re welcome! That light you saw come on was a security camera.

[@KuittheGeek]

I really like this idea and I might just pick up a set myself. I just got a quote the other day for ~$4k for professional installation and I would definitely rather DIY it myself. It looks like it turned out great.

[@bennieaust]

It did turn out great. And if you’re trying to beat $4k, then this is a total win! Plan on spending a solid afternoon on it (depending on your house and the size kit you install).

[@Darrylx444]

Looks good. You could probably find some vinyl J-channel or plastic wiring raceway to match the size of the pucks above your triple window, to better hide them during the day.

[@bennieaust]

That’s a great suggestion. That’s the one spot I’m not thrilled with.

[@quitepossiblylucky]

They're so pretty! My order gets here tomorrow or Tuesday. Unfortunately, I'm going to need to hire someone to come install them for me because I don't have a ladder, nor any other equipment, plus, I can't do heights 😂

[@bennieaust]

The great thing is that you only have to get it done once! Hope you are as happy as I am with the new lights!

[@scotthorton1024]

Great video. Quick question, what’s the round thing on the bottom left in the garage door.

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! It’s a water closet flange. I’m misusing it as an exhaust vent though. :) I have a hose that connects to the vehicle exhaust and exits though that hole if I need to have a vehicle running in the closed garage (I work on cars).

[@Seven7ails]

Good job Bennie! I have a 3800 sq ft 2 story home and not as skilled as you but my gluteus will try to do it brother 😂

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! Best of luck with the installation! It helps knowing it's only once. :)

[@rosie684]

I love govee products. I don't have these yet but all in all I have 16 devices now

[@bennieaust]

There is a very god chance I will end up with more. :)

[@kingofslotsmillion3263]

I installed patio lights and they look just as cool for a fraction of the price. They look like big old-school bulbs

[@bennieaust]

We have something that sounds similar on our deck. They look very cool with old fashion looking LED bulbs. Ours are not multi color or anything fancy, but they are great for the deck.

[@kingofslotsmillion3263]

@@bennieaust I forgot to say your house looks amazing 👏 😍 👌

[@bennieaust]

@@kingofslotsmillion3263 Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@jeffjacoby3039]

Looks like you have one light acting different on your lower section of the garage about 4 or 5 up from the bottom. Looks like it goes bright white in stead of the warm. I don't know if you noticed it in your video. They are cool. I am looking into them. Thanks for your video.

[@bennieaust]

Hey Jeff, that’s actually a motion detector light on a security camera. I tied to not activate it but didn’t entirely succeed.

[@jinxit5360]

Cool lights!!💯 I wonder if it looks good underneath the gutter... since my house underside suffite its all stucco🤔 or will it stick to the gutter🤔.

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! I bet they'd look cool on stucco. As long as you clean the spot you are going to stick them, I don't see a problem with a gutter.

[@GlennRichardson]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to make and upload it. I may have missed it, but how many power outlets did you need for rhe 150ft? Is it 1 power brick for every 3 strands (9 strands, 3 power bricks)?

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! The Govee power supply can support up to 150", so this kit is maxing it out, but running on one power supply. I believe consumption is about 42 Watts, so pretty low.

[@GlennRichardson]

@@bennieaust That's great. Thanks. I only need 100ft! I think it's a bit late in the year to be thinking about it now, but it's a great project for me in the summer!

[@bennieaust]

@@GlennRichardson You're welcome! Yeah, if you missed it this year there is always next spring or summer. I'm already looking for excuses to use them, so no need to wait until this time next year. :)

[@tylerrichardson2380]

@@GlennRichardson They have a great sale on them now even if you don’t install them until next year.

[@demiliomccarthy5189]

You can turn individual lights off also. So you can turn that one light off instead of covering it with white tape.

[@bennieaust]

It actually is working great with those lights on, but I can individually turn lights on and off. I’m not sure if I can do that while running the pre programmed scenes. I’ll have to do some experimenting!

[@joseluisperezjr3285]

​@@bennieaustyou can't

[@robinsquires5621]

I am installing mine tomorrow. Just curious as I have the same eves where you make the jump you have one on its side. You mentioned that you may cover it in tape. Just curious if your thoughts on it now. Did you cover it or leave it alone. If so how does it look.

[@bennieaust]

I didn’t cover any. It looks great with them all lit. And it’s easy!

[@frankybarra854]

Looks good! I get mine this week. But why don't you have gutters?

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! I don’t have gutters because my lot is graded well and I don’t have water problems.

[@stephengreenberg3261]

Looking to get these as well. Are you able to control individual lights with the package you bought that is similar to the pro package? Just trying to figure out if it is worth spending the extra money for the pro

[@bennieaust]

Yes, instead of selecting one of the preprogrammed scenes, you can select "color", then pick a background color. Then you can individually select each light and assign a second color to those lights. You can also choose to have that second color scroll across the string and even choose how fast it scrolls. There is a lot of individual control. You can't pick a different color for each light though.

[@coachericfitness7291]

Is this all ran from one outlet? How did you go from the top peak down to the bottom peak? Extension down behind the trim and start back up from the bottom of the lower peak?

[@bennieaust]

Yes, it’s all from one outlet. I believe power consumption is around 43 watts, so it’s very low. I used the extensions provided with the kit to jump from the top eve to the bottom eve. I had a relatively easy house to work with. There could be much more complicated installs with multiple extensions needed.

[@user-vj4pe8iz8t]

I have like an 18” jump from my house to my garage. How can I continue the lights? I now you mentioned covering with white vinyl tape, but just curious.

[@bennieaust]

I would shorten one of the 12’ extensions down to 18” if that’s the only jump you have.

[@marcosramirez6248]

Very cool and helpfull....question do you know what are the meassurements of each light....i know they look square but any idea of thickness of each light?? Thanks....

[@bennieaust]

They are about 1.25”x1.25” and are .75” thick.

[@marcosramirez6248]

@@bennieaust thanks....

[@IslandDigital]

I’m sorry , I missed it. How many inches did you install them from the wall ? Thanks

[@bennieaust]

No worries. :) Govee recommends 2-4”. I did 2”

[@CarlosAlvarez-hw1je]

I installed mine yesterday. I used a staple gun to put staples on both sides of each light. I live in Phoenix, so I dont trust the adhesive to hold over the summer.

[@bennieaust]

Great tip! Here in Minnesota I’m concerned with the adhesive holding up in the cold. I have been very impressed with the 3M VHB stuff though so I’m not too worried.

[@Thisjustinn]

what size staples did you use for this?

[@jaredeaves7684]

You mentioned presets which are great, but can you do custom patterns? Like a green wash with a red chase running from one end to the other for Christmas? Also, do they sync with other systems and allow control from one spot/app?

[@bennieaust]

I haven’t created any of my own scenes yet, but there appears to be a ton of control. I’m a little reluctant to get in to it because it seems like it will be time consuming, but the option is there. I’m still learning what all I can do with the Govee Home app. The lights also work with Alexa and google assistant. I haven’t experimented with that either. edit: I did just create a green wash with a red chase pretty easily on the Govee Home app. Tons of control on individual light, chase speed, brightness, ect.

[@jaredeaves7684]

@@bennieaust awesome. Thanks for the quick reply! Follow up question, now that you mounted the recommended two inches, would you also recommend that distance or do you think three would give more of a spread between lightheads? I'm thinking four would probably wash out too much based on what I'm seeing.

[@bennieaust]

@@jaredeaves7684 Because I couldn't go any farther over the bay window area, 2 was perfect. It would be interesting to see it side by side with 3' or 4" spacing to get some perspective, but 2" worked out very well.

[@floridaman5125]

Yea/no.

[@ashleymorris1053]

Hi! How many inches away from the house did you place each light

[@bennieaust]

2”

[@talkingtinkerbelle959]

I have several govee outdoor lighting systems, the bulbs and fairy lights which have instructions to keep the control box dry, it's not waterproof. Did you get yours in a area where it's protected from the elements? I am getting ready to put up my next new purchase and setting up the electric is the most difficult thing.

[@bennieaust]

I did. They are up in the soffits. I think even if you just had them under the soffits (out of the rain) they would be fine, but mine are actually up in the soffits. Everything has been great so far.

[@talkingtinkerbelle959]

@@bennieaust I I'm going to make sure that they are either put in a plastic box waterproof even if they are up underneath the soffits. It seems the fairy lights the biggest complaint is issues with them shorting out. I figure if I do my best to make sure there is absolutely no water getting to the control box and or the plug itself will be okay. I do have access to the three Season room it just sucks having to get into the one corner but it's doable I appreciate your video it always helps me to figure out what I need to do

[@bennieaust]

@@talkingtinkerbelle959 You're welcome! l always watch several videos to put together a plan with what I think is the best ideas from everyone. I'm just trying to add to the ideas!!

[@aaronbanks5435]

Can you connect extra lights if you run out of light space?

[@bennieaust]

You can have up to 150’ per controller. If you have a 150’ string you will have to add a second controller but if you started with a 50’ string you can add up to 100’ more.

[@reggievision]

Did you have to pay for the premium in order to access all those scenes? It seems like every time I try to select a scene it takes me to the premium page 21:58 just received it kit today and haven’t finished installing.

[@bennieaust]

I didn’t. I haven’t seen that message pop up at all. Everything I’ve done with the app has been free.

[@reggievision]

My bad just discovered in my haste after searching the App Store for Govee I installed the first one that came up. Apparently it’s a third-party app that works with the Govee permanent Outdoor lights getting ready to try the Govee Home right now.

[@MamaOwlbear]

I just got these, 100ft for $200 with the black friday sale. I looked into other lights and it would be thousands.

[@bennieaust]

It’s hard to argue with the Black Friday pricing!!

[@amyralph2835]

Me too! Mine arrive tomorrow 😊

[@marcjensen6882]

Did u put both 12 foot jumps together to make that gap ?

[@bennieaust]

Yes, then I cut about 6' out of one extension, that was extra. That could definitely be left in there and coiled up somewhere, but I chose to remove it instead.

[@user-zg7le9dy1z]

Hey quick question, do they come in 50 ft bundles or 100 ft?

[@bennieaust]

They come in 50’, 100’ and 150’. I’ve got a link in the description, but I think a lot of them are sold out now. :(

[@lfzhu586]

How far did you place your light away from the wall?

[@bennieaust]

2”

[@PMPerformance]

So they say these will not do a soft white, but at the end, these look pretty damn close to Your inside lamp that looks to be soft white. Was that a preset color, or did you need to really tweak to achieve that color? Turned out great!

[@bennieaust]

Thanks! The Govee Pro version is supposed to be way better for soft white. I was a little worried because I plan on using them for regular accent lighting in other seasons. As it turns out they are very adjustable and can cast a very soft white looking light. IMHO, this would not be a reason to spend the extra money on the pro version. Side note: I’m going to make an update video and I will include a blurb on the soft white. I also added a 50’ string to my shed. :)

[@PMPerformance]

@@bennieaust wish I saw this response before Sunday. I just purchased the 200’ pro version as soon as a set popped into stock solely over the soft white need for the other 95% use case.

[@bennieaust]

@@PMPerformance, good good news is that I’m sure you’ll be very happy with them. The non pro would have probably done the trick though.

[@PMPerformance]

@@bennieaust thankfully I snagged the 200’ pros on a killer deal at Costco for $499. So the sting is a little less considering the 150’ non pro’s are $449.

[@bennieaust]

@@PMPerformance that was a great buy!

[@onewhoserves8264]

Did you mention which size you bought?

[@onewhoserves8264]

never mind... I just heard you say 150ft.... thanks lol

[@jganna]

Does the extension cable come with the kit ? I have a double peak similar to yours.

[@bennieaust]

The 150’ kit I bought came with 2 extensions that were each 12’4” long.

[@jganna]

Thank You! @@bennieaust

[@stevenhundelt]

Do you know if you can have two extensions together should you have a 20/30ft gap

[@bennieaust]

@@stevenhundelt yes, in testing I had both extensions together totaling 24'8" and everything worked great. with the install I cut about 6' off of one and it's working great that way as well.

[@danielroberts2958]

What's the distance between the lights themselves?

[@bennieaust]

I think it’s around 14”-16”

[@HeavyWeightHank]

Add the clips to the areas where the lights arent flat

[@bennieaust]

I purposely did because I really want to give the adhesive a good test.

[@coolguy24eric]

A key thing with lighting is always hit the peaks.

[@JMAX79]

Can you elaborate?

[@coolguy24eric]

@@JMAX79 on hitting the peaks? It means just that

[@floridaman5125]

Peak peak baby

[@Alitheexplorer1]

I want to get this so bad but I want the pro version! It’s all sold out which is a bummer

[@bennieaust]

I research the pro version a little. There are a couple reasons to go with the pro version. I think the 2 big ones are that you can get them in black (which obviously I didn’t need) and they (may) have a better white light since they in fact have a white LED as well. I’m happy with the white light mine produce, so I’m happy with my decision. Also I don’t believe the pro version is available in the 150’ length that I needed. Best of luck with the search!

[@TRYXK]

Govee website has the 100ft for 199 and the 150 for 299

[@user-nk5uc9fy8w]

You may be waiting until next year, like everyone had to wait until this year to buy the normal version because it was sold out last year. By that time a new version will be out that is sold out and it never ends.

[@Darrylx444]

@@bennieaust The Pro version also has double the lumens per light (per Govee specs anyway), but they are spaced a bit further apart than the original. The wires are smaller but the pucks are a little bigger, giving more sticker area. Also comes with several extension cords and some simple weatherproof splice connectors. More money though, and less variety in kit lengths so far.

[@bennieaust]

@@Darrylx444they definitely made some nice improvements to the pro version. Side by side I may feel they would be better but seeing how this kit is working makes me very happy with my decision.

[@mambawatts]

How many feet did you use???

[@bennieaust]

150’

[@jenniferfernandez8086]

Do you notice any voltage difference or light difference on the last strand?

[@bennieaust]

I didn't test for voltage or anything, but visually there is no difference at either end.

[@jenniferfernandez8086]

I purchased one but the controller box doesn’t light up now after i tried to run the wire drilling hole inside out the house. The power supply lights up though. Will splicing the wires together do the job or should I buy another controller box? What would you recommend

[@bennieaust]

@@jenniferfernandez8086 I'm not sure I understand what's going on. Did you damage the wires or does the unit simply not work? If you damaged the wires I would definitely try splicing them back together, if the unit arrived not working I would contact the seller and try to exchange it. Hope that helps.

[@jenniferfernandez8086]

@@bennieaust it was working when i tested initially but after trying to run the wires through my house, the three prongs within the connector of the controller seemed to be bent so i just tried to align them. Im not sure it was due to that reason or if the wire inside got damaged.

[@bennieaust]

@@jenniferfernandez8086 If you didn't cause any visual damage to it I would probably start with seeing if they will exchange it for you.

[@typicalc]

Well? What did your wife think???

[@bennieaust]

She loves them, and she was very surprised!! Huge success!

[@swkynard]

How did it cost you $450 when the product from Amazon was $299? Where is the other $150 go for? Thanks for the video after watching this I will make my decision on old school of installing/uninstalling my LEDs white lights. One of my main reasons for going your way, I have two knee replacements, the last two years my daughter installed my lights for me because I didn't feel safe on my roof/later with my new knees. I am an electrician and a DIYer but I am not getting any younger.

[@bennieaust]

The regular price on the 150’ kit is $449.99. That’s what I paid for them last week. Amazon has a “Black Friday” going on right now and they are on sale for $299.99. If you are leaning towards buying these, now is the time to buy!!! I put links in the description.

[@swkynard]

@@bennieaust okay that makes sense, your video was very informative , thanks

[@TheEjs012303]

Very informative video, thanks for creating !

[@bennieaust]

@@TheEjs012303 You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@killerrush77]

man, the regular ones are $100 off, making them half the price of the Pro's.......

[@bennieaust]

They are a great deal right now. I paid $450 and now for Black Friday they are on sale for $300. Hard to argue with that!

[@valdeslo1]

Hey, Follow back up with your Wife's reaction please :)

[@bennieaust]

I will! She gets home today!

[@bicentennialbuck]

I like you and I like this video for the content but I feel like the intro part and unboxing to entirely too long that may be a little scripting would help keep it on point and not so verbose. Tell them what you're going to tell them then tell them then tell them what you told them. There is a guy that tests a lot of tools and he really gets to the point quickly and has a huge following. But I have to give you props I'm not making any videos just want to pass along what I like to watch.

[@bennieaust]

I appreciate the feedback! I try to get to the point but I can definitely be long winded at times. Because of that I have been timestamping videos lately so you can skip to the good stuff. :)

[@hateinyoureyes5864]

Plot twist, your wife’s Boyfriend already has Govee lights at his house

[@bennieaust]

Gotta keep up with the younger boyfriend. 🤷

[@raphaelcamden9407]

Should have staggered your but splices, wouldnt look so bulky but looks great

[@bennieaust]

Yeah, I totally could have. If I’m constrained by space or trying to neatly fit something in wire loom I usually do. Thanks for watching!

[@jsully4074]

Wish i was rich..

[@bennieaust]

lol, me too. :) just spent all my money on a string of lights. lol

[@jsully4074]

@@bennieaust 🤣 yeahh I want some but havin a hard time justifying the purchase without lots of proof of the lights longevity over multiple years in 4 season weather.

[@bennieaust]

@@jsully4074 That's my concern as well. It's a lot of money any way you look at it, but if they last a long time it won't seem as bad.

[@jsully4074]

@@bennieaust yeah definitely, if they last then it is well worth the investment.