What you NEED TO KNOW about Light Kits before you buy - Which brand is best?

[@HighTeaToys]

PLEASE NOTE THIS VISEO WAS SHOT IN 2021, some information may now be outdated. Especially Briksmax has been updating their components. Though they are nicer they are also no longer compatible with the others. They are currently (February 2024) not including converters.

[@dr_schultz]

First of all, thanks for this video! I'm just getting into this whole lighting-topic and your video provides a good overview over the different brands. As for your comment: do you mean that the Briksmax components are no longer compatible with other brands, like Light my Bricks for example?

[@HighTeaToys]

@@dr_schultzI am so sorry I have only just seen this comment. Yes as far as I am aware, they are no longer compatible though there are converters on the market. However, this is third-party information as I haven't ordered a light kit from them in a few years now.

[@dr_schultz]

@@HighTeaToys Hey, no problem. Thanks for the answer. As far as my experience goes, the LED-connections are still compatible. But I don't know how it is for the effect-boards etc.

[@HighTeaToys]

@@dr_schultz i know that some kits st least use the new connections (same as the ones in the FunWhole sets I’ve reviewed recently) as it’s better and more sturdy but I also don’t know if they rolled that out to all their kits. I assume they keep their old kits the same and maybe use this new stuff in their new kits. It seems a lot of work otherwise.

[@dr_schultz]

@@HighTeaToys Yeah, that makes sense. After all, I have very little experience with lighting of lego sets, so what I have noticed is certainly only a little aspect. Anyway, thank for your input and your help!

[@m1tty247]

I live in Australia, I’ve bought kits from light my bricks before and they are usually around $100-$130 (aud) for one kit. They do have a lot of lights, and the cables are well hidden. Even though they are in seperate elements its still quite easy to setup. This means its quite easy to DIY. They have instructions online and because they work from the bottom up you can test the lights as you go. The lights are very sturdy while still being really thin which is a big upside aswell.

[@samuelleask1132]

I’m also australia-based so this helps me a lot, thank you!

[@gospelofrye6881]

I've just taken the plunge on the LMB kit for Rivendell. Big dollars... but I've already spent $800 on this set so why not round it out to the even grand? [laughs hysterically] Wish me luck! (Seriously though I am justifying it as a $199 lamp for the corner of the living room.)

[@gordonwerner]

Figuring out how best to light up a Lego set, never mind a whole Lego city, is a daunting prospect. Thank you for taking the time to help explain the differences between all the different brands and how they work-and especially how they can go wrong. I hope that everyone who might be starting to go down this path will watch this, and part 2 before they start. It will undoubtedly save them a lot of time and aggravation (and perhaps money.) Thank you!

[@HighTeaToys]

Here is to hoping. Thanks Gordon :)

[@captainsemtex]

I've used Game of Bricks for all my lighting and I think they are superb. Something you didn't mention is that many Game of Brick sets also include the option for remote control and sound! Sound can add another level of "wow" to sets such as the Lamborghini Sian, Ghostbusters Ecto-1, R2-D2 and Back to the Future Delorean.

[@ElenarMT]

+1 on this comment

[@imdoinglaundry]

I love my Home Alone House Sound and Lights from them!

[@danielgraham5199]

Is gam wit bricks easy to install and how long does it usually take?

[@captainsemtex]

@@danielgraham5199Length of time can’t be answered because it varies wildly on the set. They are not difficult but you need some patience and care. They have lots of photos and you will obviously need to dismantle some sets, but this is explained in the instructions. As @HighTeaToys says, start with a small set first to see if it is good for you.

[@tonybeatle]

The LMB wireless power connectors are amazing. I've added them to so many sets that are too huge to move around. Like the Friends apartment. I split it into 3 sections and just used the wireless connectors so its easier to move and plug in.

[@lindacajigas3315]

I am brand new to legos. My husband and i are retired and we wanted a new hobby. So we got into lego building. It is an expensive hobby! Lol i just got my first light kit from bricksmax for the home alone house. Talk about jumping in the deep end! I'm glad i found your channel. I will keep you in mind when i start it. Thanks again for your input. I love your displays.

[@gospelofrye6881]

Lego is expensive but also compared to other hobbies it has some cost advantages which is that every set comes with everything you need in the box, and further upgrades are optional. Compare this to other "miniature" building hobbies like trains, soldiers, dioramas etc where you need to purchase the kit first (for similar prices to Lego!) and then on top of that all the glue, paint, tools, and esoterica like "flock" for grass. Light kits cost around $80-$200 for the big sets, and I think anyone who has painted Warhammer miniatures would say "what, ONLY $80-$200?!" 🤣

[@tinarudden1545]

Snap... I'm retired and have just started collecting Lego modulars and about to purchase my first light package 😂

[@tinarudden1545]

Thank you so much for the video this has really given me confidence in making my first lighting purchase.

[@BevinsBricksWorld]

I recommend using blinky bricks and brick loot as they both offer, do it yourself lighting. Or if you have the patience the best cost savings is making your own as with most light kits are all pre-wired and difficult to install.

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

Excellent advice! or lights from Bevins Bricks ;-)

[@CardmakerNr1]

Great review! You pointed out the differences of the most popular brands perfectly so that everyone can decide which brand might be the one to buy. And to address the issue of the plug ins, how to connect all to the main power, hiding cable, so helpful ! Looking forward to your next video (or more) as I imagine there are many more questions to cover the most important issues.

[@cinematographytrev]

Brilliant subject, I collect the architectural Lego range of sets and I had a light kit from Lightailing. I installed this set on the Paris kit and I must agree with you that this was easy to install and made the model really stand out. Brilliant and most informative video.

[@thatoneidiotnathan]

Beyond large scale mocs I can't see myself using light kits, but they do look good for the most part.

[@philiplubduck6107]

Look at the T. rex breakout from brikmax. Like wow turns a $100 set into what would be $200. It’s pretty much perfect with a rock build to hide the main box.

[@owenjones6014]

Really appreciate you making this video Johanna, because I’ve been back and to with deciding whether to get some light kits. But I now think I am going to look into getting some for my sets coz they do look pretty. so thank you 😊

[@HighTeaToys]

No problem at all. I hope it was useful. Totally feel free to reach out if you have any particular questions.

[@nsbd90now]

I have a few where I've spent the money for the professional lighting kits, but most are inexpensive leds in a chain of 1X4 bricks and street lights. I think it is terrific you review these.

[@steveschappell8374]

Thank you for taking the time to go over this. I have purchased bricksmax light sets for the star wars Mandalorian starfighter and the probe droid. They will be my first light installs.

[@HighTeaToys]

Good luck, no matter what light kit you get they will be fiddly and tricky, but the end result is worth it.

[@technofridge]

I just wanna say you are awesome and this video is incredible!! I was looking for information for lighting kits for the large Hogwarts castle and watching install videos was making me think this may be too complicated for this set. Your explanation for the individual brands and even suggestion to use fairy lights was just the best. I feel more confident in buying these now for sets but am going to start small like you suggested as this is my first purchase. For now fairy lights make the castle looks great with all the stained glass viewed from the front. I have a few smaller Star Wars sets I am going to start with before I eventually spend the money for castle legit lights. You are the best and I subscribed for sure. Thanks again!!

[@leopold7562]

I use Game of Bricks exclusively for my modular buildings. Their prices are good and their support is excellent. I’ve had a couple of incidents with wires breaking and they replace them without fuss. I’d recommend them

[@samanthawilson3239]

Loved the video! I have experience with Briksmax & Lightailing but I'm currently comparing light sets for the Natural History Museum which is how I found your video. I have 8 Modulars in last 3 yeara & all have lights here's how I got on. My first ever Lego was the Diner Modular and installed Briksmax lights as I built it. When I opened the box & saw the contents my mind was blown! But I soon got in to it & I was blown away when they worked perfectly at the end. I have zero electrical knowledge and I had no lego experience so it is possible to jump straight in with Briksmax if you enjoy a challenge. My next was Assembly Square and I tried Lightailing and I agree with your agree with your assessment, sure it was easier to install but I hated all the separate USB's. I got a hub at first & it was near a socket so it was OK but then I moved them into Ikea glass cabinets with no power so I have them all plugged into power banks which was not suited for the Lightailing so I eventually replaced the lights with Briksmax. I did another 6 Modulars all with Briksmax lights. I too have had excellent customer service with Briksmax they have replaced everything that has been a problem even if it was my fault & they are very quick at responding to emails. I have had issues where something has shorted & either stopped all lights working or it drains the power bank mega quick. You have to check every single wire until you find the culprit. Last time it was the very first light I put in so I didn't find it until the very end of the process which was Soooo frustrating! Now I'm looking at lights for the Natural History museum and Briksmax isn't ticking all the boxes this time, it has amazing internal detailing but the outside is lacking in comparison to others and I'm considering get 2 sets, Lightailing & Briksmax having compared. The other 2 mentioned are mainly concentrating on the outside. It'll be the first time I do this so I've no idea how it'll turn out! I love my modulars, I get as much enjoyment from looking at them as I do building them and that in large part is because of lights, there is no way that I would build a modular and not have lights! Heads up: From the Boutique Hotel on theren are no more wires connecting floors Briksmax now have connector plates.

[@0m3g4m4n]

Brilliant video. A must watch for anyone considering adding lights to their city 👌

[@clivetyolar]

Thanks for this! I've only ever used Light My Bricks (and only twice now on Boutique Hotel and Police Station). Both of them are gorgeous and weren't TOO hard for this beginner to install, but they were definitely pricey. I will definitely look into Game of Bricks and Briksmax in the future, but I feel like I've spoiled myself with Light My Bricks that I don't know if I could let go of some of the features, even if if they cost more. I'm looking to light my Bookshop next, and to me Light My Bricks just looks so much better - even though the cost is like double. It's tough, but as somebody who doesn't have a lot of room, I just want the sets I have to look the best that I can make them look. I would really like to learn how to run my own lights and solder the wires myself at some point, but I haven't quite gotten there yet. Looking forward to your FAQ video!

[@HighTeaToys]

No worries at all, I would love to try Light my Bricks as they do look amazing, but the price has always seriously scared me off. I find it really hard to justify. I think they do a great DIY range too so you could always buy elements from them if you wanted to make your own light kits, no need to solder just yet. This was kind of what I meant with figure out where your priorities are, the Light my Bricks ones definitely have a lot of premium features and if you are okay with the price they are the nicest looking one in my opinion. If you have instagram I'd love to see some videos of the ones you have as I am very curious :)

[@user-tp9ik9lx2b]

I know what you mean by making the set look the best that it can. Even though some light kits are a fraction of Light My Bricks cost, it would always irk me knowing it's not the best.😭 In some rare instances I do actually like the finished lit product of other companies more....(rare). If you can afford it, I would always choose the one you think looks the best! DIY would be so much cheaper I bet.. please let me know if you find some good tutorials on DIY light kits! thx

[@Sjsharkie777]

My first attempt ever with lights was with the Briksmax UCS Millennium Falcon! I was a bit overwhelmed but I managed to figure it out after some trial and error. Light my bricks is just over the top expensive and I think I will stick with Briksmax for my UCS Razor crest which I am currently building. Great video and good advice.

[@purplecat7457]

Thank you for this extensive explanation and comparison! Watching this has made me decide light kits are probably not for me. Until now I've been going back and forth on the should I should I not path, you really helped me! 😊

[@hiker1392]

Great topic! I find myself doing whatever BrickSanchez does! He’s got so much lighting. The money is nuts, but Light My Bricks is great for those contact brick connections. Have to light a moc soon, so will have to choose a brand with variable single length wires and accessories.😵‍💫

[@ChrisVe]

I was scouting out some options, this was the perfect video to start exploring!

[@chrisgill7824]

I'm new to the Lego collection and building. Bought a game of bricks light kit to light up the Ideas motorized lighthouse on your recommendation. Can't wait to get it installed.

[@HighTeaToys]

Oh I hope you like it, just bear in mind it will be super fiddly but the result will be worth it. The first one is always the steepest learning curve :)

[@mrenke4478]

Impressive review for this light kit newbie. Thanks for taking the time to bring such an informative session together.

[@JRodonBricks]

This video is some serious public service! Well done! I've seen a lot of people using them and was wondering if I should jump into that train one of these days. Your explanation of all the logistics around it made me realize I'm very far from ready to start using light kits. Thank you! You just saved me more wondering time.

[@HighTeaToys]

No worries at all! I am glad it was useful. I dipped my toes in the water of light kits a year or so ago and really wasn't ready then. I think it is working for me now as I feel like I am in the 'enhance' stage of the city and am not moving it around a ton (though the idea of moving house fills me with dread). Who knows maybe in a year or so time you would like to try it yourself :)

[@JRodonBricks]

@@HighTeaToys Well, when I do consider it, this is the video I will review to get my info.

[@hrvojevrh2743]

Good thing is that looks like they can go all together, same connectors. I have tried 3 of them and all is working. Light My Bricks for me is the best but very expensive (need to wait discounts) Game of bricks are great and they have great prices. Quality is close to LMB. You can connect it to LMB 100%. Brixmax and Lightailing are not so good but are cheaper. If you like good options and leds use first 2.

[@Mii378]

This video was very helpful. I just got the new Galaxy Explorer and was eyeing the Briksmax lighting kit for it. After watching your review, I placed the order. Looking forward to exploring this side of the LEGO hobby.

[@matthewsommerville88]

Ah my LEGO ADDICTION has finally graduated and I’m finally going down the lighting rabbit hole

[@broncsddt]

Did you ever get your nap? Naps are essential!! Thank you for a very informative and well thought out opinion of the differing light kits you have experience with! Do you plan on trying out other companies too? This was a great video and appreciate the pros/cons provided too! Can you give us a reminder in no e,bed to take advantage of Black Friday sales? It’s only February and I can’t plan that far. 🤣

[@HighTeaToys]

Hahaha yes I will remind closer to the time and whenever there are sales. When I filmed this it was like 9pm so I ended up just going to bed 😅. I may try Le Light Go and I would LOVE to try and Light my bricks one (the price keeps scaring me off though) so maybe. I’m pretty happy with these ones I’ve found.

[@g-vuzi]

I tried lighting a few modular sets, and ended up removing the lights. Even tho they look really cool at a distance (and make for wonderful pictures), I didn't like the extra stress put on a lot of bricks. A lot of the tiles wouldn't (and couldn't) connect properly, even following at best how you're supposed to wiggle around the wires ; same thing with bricks. I get the appeal, but I guess I have too much OCD for proper brick connection :p

[@ElenarMT]

GREAT REVIEW! I bought several light sets and definitely also found Game of Bricks to be the best. Especially for my Space Shuttle and TITANIC builds, very very good

[@natemr4482]

Johanna thanks for the info great video really soon i will be a member on your channel for 8 months 😉

[@toohumble1]

This was a wonderful review of light kits. Thank you so much!

[@Peacefrog88]

Thank you for a very thorough and informative video

[@mitchellwolf69]

just about 2 start a light install on my daytona sp3, using the game of bricks kit. very helpful information, thank you.

[@OwlsInATeacup]

Thanks for taking the time to make this, it was really helpful 😊

[@danbessette1453]

Awesome video! I've been waiting for somebody to break down light kits like this!

[@Seraphis1911]

i've been building gundams for years with lights and such, my sister just gave me my first lego kit of the Cinderella castle and this video really helped. I ended up getting the light set from lightailing.

[@konstantinkonstantinov3117]

Great and very helpful overview of some major brands for LEGO light kits! Especially for beginners like me. Thanks a lot! I personally found that I will have issues to handle tiny wires (always hated wires mess created for all electrical countless devices) and I decided to go with lights having integrated batteries and ideally being remotely controlled (maybe only exclusion for wires I would do for streetlights, where the wires can be hidden easily under the ground tiles). This also allows me an easy access to the different levels of buildings like the original LEGO kits without scarifying any playability. Any idea for companies providing battery integrated lightning blocks with remote? I have found several, but with integrated switch in the light block, you would need manually to turn on/off.

[@TheRandompaint]

I use Brickloot for all my lighting since i happen to live near their store😂 . Since I got a light kit for every modular i have (all but market Street) they even offered to do some custom led work for a moc I have.

[@reidloveland6069]

Great information. I am looking to buy my first light kit and you answered a lot of my questions.

[@jasonm9336]

I just bought my first light kits last night from Briksmax! One for the Pac-Man Arcade (I'll attempt that one first) and the second for Batcave Shadowbox!! Can't wait

[@tiny3537]

awesome vid! looking forward to part 2 but I’ve learned a lot already…💛

[@PoseidwnTech]

Thank you so much for this informative video!

[@ronniek4478]

Thanks! I have 3 of the brands you reviewed waiting in boxes to be installed. No time yet and sets not even built yet. Lol. But I love the look of the lights so look forward to the finished product. Blinky Bricks offers modular lights and their prices are great. Have not ordered yet but plan to. You may want to check them out too. Thanks for the review!

[@HighTeaToys]

No worries at all, I am getting close to having everything I want lit up so I don't think I will be getting a lot of other brands. I may try Le Light Go still but nothing soon. There is so much out there and sometimes trying a new brand is a little scary if you already found some you like :)

[@seanbrennan7037]

This is kind of inspiring me? I had previously tried a light kit for the Lady Liberty build. I believe it was a Game of Bricks and I found the lack of printed instructions very frustrating and gave up too easy. I really want to be able to light the few builds I have with my space so picking the best kit with good directions and lights I like is important. Going to take your advice and start small - probably with Starry Night. Then if I manage that then Lady Liberty and after that my new epic Avengers Tower. Going to look at the kits for each set from each company you mention. Thanks.

[@mrglide7078]

I shelf display my modulars around 2 walls of the home office using kit shelving (the white melamine with matching brackets/wall rails you can get in Wickes, B&Q etc). I recently decorated the room, and part of that was to provide a usb outlet for each modular without any trailing cables down the walls from using powered usb hubs. So, enter dado trunking. The sort of stuff you see in actual offices, I.T rooms, hospitals. Single socket plates spaced every 50cm, with two powered usb phone charger outlets per socket plate at 2.1A total. Hence local power for all my modulars, no sharing the same source provided by one or two hubs. No trailing wires, all tucked away neatly at the back of the shelving. Happy days

[@CantHaveNiceThings8]

Really great video with superb information. You speak well too. Thank you!

[@kathrynjacobs934]

I used a Lightailing kit for the Bookstore modular. You were clear in the VLOG the mess on the back of build. My question is whether or not you think it would be possible to raise one of the buildings (similar to basements on outside of house) to allow "drop space" for all the connectors. It would take some planning - and lots of bricks. I'm very interested in your thoughts on this idea. Absolutely love your VLOGs. I can turn a bad day around just by watching you!

[@pierresparks881]

I am in the process of deciding if will light my small city (8 buildings) or not. Have you looked at MILS plates videos? Maybe that would be useful. I am going the MILS plate route regardless of my decision regarding lights.

[@jdraven0890]

Good to know that the inexpensive ones are that way for a reason but they're still workable and good

[@eastonbrickstreet]

Well done! I tried last year for my Winter Village with a Briksmax set and was overwhelmed. I've switched to Lightailing and have had more success. It's turned my Winter scenes to the next level. Appreciate the vid!

[@jondrell1313]

I got the Lego Blacksmith for a gift from my daughter and wife, they also bought me a Light My Bricks for it. I was clueless as how to do everything but I have started using my Dremmel tool to drill small holes in my walls to hide the wiring. Believe it or not, it's not that hard and easy to practice on a few extra pieces if you want to try it.

[@techguyml]

How do you dust all of that chaos? lol

[@anastaziya7330]

lol, leaf blower

[@saraht7376]

Thank you, this was so helpful! I'm definitely giving Game of Bricks a try.

[@douglasweir3170]

This has been really helpful, thank you!

[@ShartStainMagee]

I’m saving for more Lego sets. So, lightailing is a perfect option for me. Loving my lightailing kits so far.

[@theminifigwho]

If it helps at all; Elegant Bricks are a UK based reseller for Light My Bricks and it’s a bit more reasonable with shipping. Also they have offers/sales now and again as well as Black Friday 😊

[@BartvG88]

I have lit up 10 of my modular houses by buying a 20 euro light curtain, which is a string with 10 strings of lights which I put inside the houses. It comes with a remote and looks quite nice for a fraction of the cost! I might still buy some light sets for the rest of them, though. Such as the movie theatre, the museum, and the ninjago city set.

[@camtonercreative]

Such a helpful video! Thank you for this friend!

[@PedrokasPT]

Thank you I really liked your video comparing different brands ! That will help me :-) Greetings from Portugal !

[@davidcornwell6284]

Think I might take the plunge and go Briksmax for my Home Alone House. Seen the install demos and looks amazing. Time, care and patients :)

[@Randymarsh2069]

What a wonderful video. Thank you so much!

[@dorkflassbury1164]

Thank you, it was very helpful with an overview.

[@garygiampaoli5102]

Game of Bricks is the best! I would never use a wireless connector. I’m old school and always go hard wire. You will find the customer service at GOB superb and no one else can beat them at that!

[@brickcaptainadventures1481]

Great information. I've had some bad experiences with the "wire the connections yourself" kits - wiring the Haunted House I blew a few lights because not all lights took the same power - too much power and there was a "pop" and a small puff of smoke - oops. Lightailing is as plug and play as you can get, but you will miss the opportunity to light things like individual candles in the chandelier of the Disney Castle. I wish this video was around when I started lighting Lego. You provided so much great information.

[@petterlerdahl1193]

I started out with some custom project for my MOC spaceship with light from Brickstuff. Great and worked. Later i installed light in my Ecto -1 and then DeLorean. but this time i selected Game of bricks. Mostly for the sound unit. As i had some install problems with Ecto. I found a YT video that helper. but this guy had got the set from some other compay (maybe light my bricks) But hey looked exactly the same as my Game of Brick set down to the packaging. but different print on the box. Next out was the christmas tree. Here i went for Lightaling /brixmax type. After at i got a few more kits from there, but have not installed those yet. 911 Porsche and Concorde and rescue Chopter technic. That is my first technic that going to have light.

[@xanthicdragon6510]

Very very helpful. Thank you ☺️

[@HighTeaToys]

No problem, glad it was useful :)

[@khalidhasan5938]

Thank you mega-much for this video, H.T.T.! I'm highly interested in illuminating my LEGO Spaceship collection, and this video has helped me tremendously in knowing what to look for when investigating illumination kits, indeed! Cheers, my fellow LEGO-Nerd! Liked | Subscribed

[@lorisallade2062]

I was looking for my first lighting set to use with Starry Nights. I am leaning towards LMB because from what I have seen the set with remote is only one that allows the lights, whether stars or houses, to twinkle, blink.

[@daviddoyle2085]

My ecto-1 and Delorian I went with Kyglaring as they do awesome light and sound kits. They are expensive but so worth it. My Disney castle and looping coaster I went for light my bricks and they did a great kit for the castle, the looping coaster one of the light strips the adhesive isn’t great and I got to the P and it doesn’t quite stick very well but other than that it’s ok. I got around that with some double sided 3M tape.

[@Breyzipp]

Thanks for the informative video! I own over 700 LEGO sets (not all are built :p) but never got interested in lighting them up. Now that I recently purchased the Eiffel Tower and Colosseum together with some coffee tables for a new display project in one of the corners of my living room, I got really excited about lighting those 2 up. I doubt that interest will jump over to my rows of City and Ninjago modular rows (similar to yours) but who knows. :) I compared the Lightailing and Light My Bricks sets for the Colosseum and I prefer the Light My Bricks one for sure, since you can change the light colour inside the colosseum and - just like you mentioned - Light My Bricks seems a bit more realistic in their lighting placement. There is no kit for the Eiffel Tower yet, but if they do something close to how it’s lit up in real life (lights flashing for a brief moment near midnight) then I’m all sold on that one. Also the Colosseum will be lit with warm yellow lights, the Eiffel Tower (hopefully) with cold white light. Super excited about this project, especially since I visited the Colosseum last summer and the Eiffel Tower during the summer of 2021 (I live in Belgium myself).

[@markkelso2583]

Nice verbal breakdown of comparisons. I would've really liked to have seen examples of you actually installing the different lights to get a clear indication of the details involved with each option. Perhaps that could be something for another video. (I'll have a look at your channel, as well - you may be well ahead of me and already posted something like that). Thanks!

[@lego4virgo]

Came across this video, and appreciate this! I do stopmotion, and want to do some night scenes, and I need to consider lighting for some of my scenes. Thanks for this. I think I"ll be checking out Light My Bricks and Game Brick.

[@ji2712]

Brickstuff is based in the US and imo has some of the best solutions of the highest quality. Not cheap but worth it.

[@windstreamer9810]

Intrinsic value. What matters to you may not matter to me. I think the light kits are very cool. Just like lighting your house with Christmas lights. Not everyone does it.

[@christhepotato]

Just been getting into. I started with Briksmax for my winter sets. And man those are ridiculous to run wires under bricks. I got light tailing for my ATAT and was kind of surprised/disappointed that they were pretty simple and lacked the customability you described.

[@edwardfenyesgyorgy265]

hey Chris yeah Light Tailing and Light my Bricks are really disappointing for me in the case of EIFFEL Tower :( LMB is way too simple, a simple wire pulled through the tower for the money like EUR 160, while Games of Bricks offers professional LED strips for like EUR 116 with remote control

[@mornecoetzee735]

I've tried all these brands and Game od Bricks is by far my favourite, excellent customer service, great effects, sound and remote operation. Light my bricks are the worst, their pricing is just insane, and they use the same parts and effect boards as Game of Bricks.

[@dominikwalach1323]

Nice video, have you been thinking about adding a let strip under the middle desk, so it can light up the roofs of the buildings on the ground? Would look epic.

[@oldcitybricks9153]

I use battery LED lights from The Hobby or craft shops. They are about 5 dollars. Cut them as needed some use coated magnet wire which id even small then the "kits"

[@HighTeaToys]

That is ingenious! Very inventive indeed.

[@kibavee3295]

The lights on your buildings look amazing! Personally, I have neither the patience nor wiring expertise to really make it worth pursuing for me. (I remember the video of you installing a few a couple weeks (months?) Ago) They really do bring a lot of life to a display though, so more power to anyone who can get through installing them!

[@HighTeaToys]

I think that is a very fair outake. I dipped my toe in the water with lights kits over a year ago for the first time and thought I wouldn't get any more after then. But I have come around to them now. They are very fiddly though. Once installed they are great but they make a lot of things more difficult. Like moving things around etc.

[@kibavee3295]

I didn't even think about the transportation! I'm not 100% sure, but have you ever heard of the i-brix prototype lighting system? It's still under development, but it uses a wireless power transmitter baseplate to light up the LED bricks. These, I think, would be cool to mess around with for lighting a smaller building, and I think they'd make for an interesting comparison video!

[@HighTeaToys]

@@kibavee3295 People keep mentioning it. It sounds super cool, though I'd like to see it mass produced first as I am not really somebody that likes to may a premium for light kits. I really hope it'll become a reality at some point.

[@kibavee3295]

Jangbricks did kinda a neat video on them a few years ago, certainly they're not going to look quite as natural as a more custom designed lighting kit in their current state. Right now my only lighting in my layout is a flickering LED tea light sitting inside one of my Lego houses (kinda like a fireplace) Someday I may work up the courage to do a bit more!

[@TheRealFeechLaManna]

Awesome, appreciate this video so much! One question: Is there a difference in the quality of the LED, ie colours and brightness and flame elements?

[@HighTeaToys]

Great question. Between the different ones I personally own I can’t see much difference. Though I don’t have any flickering special effect ones. The main difference I find is the colour choice but between the three brand I own I’ve not noticed massive differences. I would be curious to see the light my bricks one in person to see. The brightness is mostly dependant on how you power them. They can look really bright if you only have ine kit to a plug. But if you plug more in the brightness goes down. My diner has a special effects board where you get a remote so you can se the brightness. It never comes across perfect in camera though. It much easier to judge when you see it in real life. Hope that makes sense.

[@aryinc]

Very simple. When not to expensive. Nice. If to expensive then never mind. And for those saying make you're own. Not everyone has a degree in electronics to start with.

[@JinzoCrash]

My biggest problem... longevity. I built a custom 7-11, added lights from Aliexpress. I never turn things off. Some burnt out after just 1 month. Think I', going to look into those lights that require NO batteries or USBs, that just take power wirelessly from a nearby pad.

[@the_soldier_777]

Great detail in this video. What type of light is good to light up the sides of the buildings? I suppose that's often referred to as architectural lights. What do you think has worked best for you?

[@HighTeaToys]

It hugely depends what brick you are sticking it into or on top of and the effect you want. I think just a stud light in a transparent brick works well (see how the bookshop townhouse outside light is made) or for the bank there is a strip light in the arch brick.

[@darcyglavine5860]

the issue i had with my light kits is that once they are installed in my sets (parisian restauraunt and Book shop set) cant open and close them to look at all the floors because all the cables arent long enough to remove roofs. I think the new lights have bricks in them bricks so you can open and close your modular buildings to look inside.

[@bestshuyan]

I am working on new Brand called Brickii which similar lighting style expecailly for DIYer, also support the completed sets, however at a reasonable price.

[@garygiampaoli5102]

The best place to get anything is none other than Game of Bricks!

[@Leeroy1979]

The light kits I've used, I have always found some of the wires are simply not long enough contrary to what the instructions say! I regret installing the ones I have to my modulars

[@h1gh-arty774]

Yeah I’m first!

[@geoffreytester3815]

I took a gamble and. Purchased a light set from light my bricks I have you yet to install - are the instructions as accurate and easy to follow as. Light tailing in your. Experience

[@HighTeaToys]

Light my bricks is a fantastic company. They were my first choice for light kit but just couldn't quite justify the cost. Let me know how you find it. Regardless of what brand it is very fiddly

[@DougCube]

22:20 makes more sense to say "ampage" instead of "voltage" there, or just "power", or best to just say "plug". USB is supposed to be constant 5.0 volts no matter what. Your not splitting the voltage when you add more into it.

[@LetsPlayKeldeo]

I just did an DIY approach to my Longneck Lego set from Horizon Zero Dawn I bought LEDs made some holes into my lego ( I know a deadly sin but I dont plan to ever take this model apart ) and lay the cables myself and making a little thingy to make the trafic light blink on and off but off the shelve options are always cool and I only wanted to light up the parts that are light up in game so no spotlights or anthing like that

[@wings9925]

Thank you. I'm just considering dipping a toe into lighting up my Home Alone House kit. I really want the cabling to be discreet and to be able to de-stack the floors easily. Which would you recommend if cost was not an issue? I'm leaning towards Light My Bricks.

[@robertturner1308]

Thanks! Love how you say “waffle on”. 😂

[@jabmaccardy7358]

Thanks for this video, it's very informative and well-presented. I just got the bug Lego Eiffel Tower set as a gift for Christmas. Which lighting kit would you recommend as being the best? Thanks in advance!

[@HighTeaToys]

It is hard to say as I haven't build the eiffel tower muself not really compared the different options out on the market. I personally would say have a look at all the different brands and how they light the set up. Pay close attention to if you see any wires etc. and just go with the one you like the look of best. They are all going to be very fiddly I think.

[@jabmaccardy7358]

Thanks for your advice. Based on your review, I choseGame of Bricks. I'll let you know how I get on.

[@Darknights23]

thanks for the info very helpful

[@berniethekiwidragon4382]

I'm a bit taken aback at the prices. If I go for it, I would like to try them for my trains first.

[@coocooman]

I think Brickstuff has the best light kits.

[@simonrogers3434]

I am brand new to light kits of Game of Bricks. How can I connect each cable light string to each one with game of bricks when building Titanic. I see the online instructions by photos only and they don't make sense when connecting the light strings

[@RonaldMcMartin]

Decided I like the game of bricks one for performance and budget I just wondered, do the lights come on (on the last settings) if I hooked the mains unit up to a smart plug to automate to turn on and off certain times each day? Or with the remote version, once turned off does it *require* the power button to be pressed to turn it back on once power is added? Hope that makes sense Also is it possible to just have the lights on with no sound? (On the sound game of bricks ones)