Incredible lights - with a couple of caveats
344761
I bought these light several months ago at about $45.  It looks like the price is holding steady.  For what you get, the price is amazing!  I've seen similar lights go for well over $100 for shorter strands.

These are so much better than the strings of rope lights.  They look better (much less ghetto) and put out an incredible amount of light.

The lights themselves are most definitely waterproof.  The power supply (a typical 110V to DC inline converter like you get with a laptop PC), is decidedly NOT waterproof.  I never expected that it would be though.  Putting it in a waterproof housing and then sealing it appropriately doesn't seem like it'd be a difficult task for those that need.  The computer controller/IR receiver part would also need to be waterproofed by the user.

Now for the caveats:  The white light that these put out is a composite white (a mixture of the Red, Green, and Blue LEDs).  This is not a problem, per se, but you can see the individual R, G, and B portions of the light from a fair distance.  The white light is a cool white light that's worse than flourescent.  It's not an eye-pleasing warm white like you're used to from incandescent lights.  I would not want this type of white light to be my only illumination.

There's a couple of built-in programs: flashing and fading.  The flashing is practically useless.  The flashing is so fast that the first thing you think of is that they may cause a seizure.  The fading is a much better program.  Much slower and much more pleasing.  Honestly, I have a difficult time figuring out a practical application for the fading.  Rave?

The lights are not chasers.  The do not sequentially flash.  I did not expect that they would.  Doing that requires much more sophisticated wiring and controller and would, no doubt, cost more.

Caveats aside, these get a 5-star.  They wildly exceeded my expectations.  They are unbelievably bright and offer an incredible range of colors.  All at a very low price.  These are absolutely perfect for accent lighting or rear lighting of artwork / curio cabinets.
3307491
Great light, will buy more when they go on sale
2770798
Amazing light. Seems exceptionally well-built. Easy to mount and install. Very well-packaged for shipment. Color rendering very natural compared to high-pressure sodium vapor.  Included bare-ended 16-guage wiring pig-tail only 20 inches long, so outlet or junction box will need to be near. Also,take note of the color-coding as mentioned in the included fact sheet as it differs from the US NEC standard.
1041337
Pros:
- These lights are bright, festive, and low power
- Lights are very long: easily cover a 6 foot tree with lots of length to spare
- Low voltage is great for real trees: they're lower fire risk
- A remote control makes it easy to control
- Warm white color is nice

Cons:
- The wire is a very visible white, which I don't think you can see in the pictures provided.  On a green tree, they're definitely noticeable and some friends thought they were ugly.  I personally don't think they're that bad, but I don't think the pictures do the visibility justice
- Most of the "modes" (think "steady on," "flashing," "alternate neighbor lights on/off" etc) are pretty annoying and change speeds inexplicably.  For example, a flash on/off which steadily gets faster until it's completely spasmatic until resetting back to a slow flashing and then repeating the cycle.  There doesn't seem to be any ability to lock it into the current speed, so it keeps going through these cycles.  The only "mode" we can really stand is steady on
- The "remember the mode you're in" thing only works if you set it on the internal timer.  If you turn the lights on/off manually, it resets back to the "go through every mode" thing
- Dimmer doesn't really work

If you plan on 6 hours on, 12 hours off every day and you didn't mind a white cable, then I think these would be perfect.  We like 2-3 hours on though and there's no way to really set that, so you have to turn it on/off and then change the pattern every time.  We'll keep them and use them, but I think the timer function ends up hurting more than it helps to be honest.
271305
There are many things to like about these lights, but there are also a couple areas that can be improved or clarified in the product description. First, the positives, of which there are many! A 5 year warranty on a UL certified, 90+ CRI bulb is awesome, and 950 lumens is definitely a good quantity of light. It is hard to see in pictures, but my existing Fiet bulbs are 1200 lumens which with 4 lights simply adds up to too much for the room (hence the dimmer switch). In person, 950 lumens felt like just the right amount of light, and is ever so slightly brighter than the Sunco 4000K LED's in some of the pictures.

What I didn't like about these was that the light is really more of a 5" LED which aesthetically does not look quite as good to me (see comparison pictures). This really should be in the product description for those who may be trying to match existing fixtures. Second, I used Commercial Electric cans from Home Depot when putting in our can lights, and I've never had so much trouble getting a flush mount on a light before. I have tried four other brands, and you can even see in one of the pictures how it doesn't sit completely flush in the can no matter how hard I tried. I ended up having to bend the metal arms to get a more flush fit. Finally, there was a very slight delay on my Lutron Maestro compared to my other lights which would probably only ever be noticeable if you mixed lights. I have no idea what causes some lights to be faster to turn on than others, so it very well could be done on purpose for better longevity or something. Either way, something to be aware of if using as a replacement in an existing set or something.

If only I could give 4.5 stars because this product is almost perfect, and it very well may be perfect for others if you are only using these LED's. I did receive this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review, and I hope this review helps give a better picture of what you are purchasing.

For the pictures, Amazon blocks images that have text overlayed, so I'll do my best to explain what is what once the review posts and I can see the order they show up in...
8459
Typical of the other Streamlight products I own, the performance and design of this product is excellent, in this case just short of flawless, but that one flaw I have found  prevented me from giving it five stars. It doesn't stop me from keeping it or recommending it highly to others.

A comment on the one negative first, then the numerous positives:

The on/off button is backlighted when the unit is in use to indicate battery condition - green for good, yellow for low, and flashing red for critically low.  On the lantern's lowest output settings in red (to preserve night vision), the green lighted on/off button remains illuminated at full intensity and actually overpowers the red light from the lantern.  I can put a piece of duct tape over it, but then the button is sticky and collects dirt when it is removed.  Just seems light an uncharacteristically thoughtless design aspect for Streamlight.  It would be great if it dimmed commensurate with lantern output or if it came on upon initial activation of the light and then timed out after a few seconds, only to return if battery condition indicated low or critically low condition.

The good stuff is well covered in all of the other reviews.  With the one exception above, this lantern is everything advertised to be and I am confident that it will be part of my gear for many years to come.  While you must send it back to Streamlight for battery replacement should it become necessary, it's good to know that combined with the very tough construction and long-life LED, the light will basically outlast me.
3482399
First blush: these lights are rugged and well made. They have an excellent general purpose light pattern with a surprising throw (distance forward).

Whine #1: getting the bracket bolt tightened is a little challenging given how close the lamp housing is to the top of the bolt head when aimed all the way down.

Whine #2: Because the lamp body wants to walk back from the fully downward position as you're tightening the bracket bolt, it is difficult if not impossible to aim the lamps as far down as the bracket allows.

Whine #3: The brackets should allow for a small amount more downward positioning if needed. The preexisting holes on my truck's front frame that I used to mount them are tipped up a little bit. As a result of this and the tendency to walk back upward as the bracket bolt is tightened, I can't get them pointed down as much as needed.

Whine #4: The brackets allow more sideways wiggle than I would have expected once tightened.  Tightening them more than they are would risk cracking the brackets or the lamp housing, so that's not an option.

They're still awesome, but they would be 5-star with these corrections.
2068010
This is a really neat light and is super bright.  The idea of a hand-held unit that can flood a large outdoor area with a massive amount of  light is very appealing, and it seems well made.  I do see a couple of areas that could be improved and that would take it up a notch:

- The unit should not be able to be turned on when closed.  Closing it should cut power.  I'd be a little worried tossing this in a trunk or other space where it might move around since it could easily turn on which leads to the next point.

- The power switch is not recessed, so again it could get bumped and turn the light on.  Since the light has no cutoff when closed, this is not ideal.  I'd love a more solid, and recessed switch.  If you could reach it with your thumb when holding the light it would be even better.

- I wish it had a small onboard storage compartment for the charger.  The light seems big enough but I haven't seen the inside.  I have too many cheap little black power supplies like this kicking around.  I'll bet most people do, so onboard storage would be great.

- A others have said, an adapter that can make the light fit on a camera or survey tripod would be nice.  It could be sold separately, but would be most welcome.

This issues aside, I really like this light a lot and would definitely buy it again.  I think it will be extremely useful for work around the house, when out in the woods, etc.
1423184
1st off these lights are fantastic; they are bright and can be dimmed, there is color, and lots of it, and they are energy efficient. Everything works as advertised. However the reason they don't get a 5 star is the control interaction. When I first used the lights, grabbing the iPhone, bringing up the app, and clicking on or off was kinda neat. But I have come to realize that method is a bit short of total satisfaction. My phone must be locked for various reasons; that extends the time it takes to turn on or off the lights. Nor do I leave my phone on at night; so to turn the lights on in the morning, I have to wait for start-up and log-on. I understand Phillips has announced that a separate device will be available this year that equates to a off-on switch. We'll see how that is, and how much it cost.

Also, there is the suggestion to use IFTTT for alerting or scheduling. Right now, there are lots of conversations about the security aspect of IFTTT. With the recent OpenSSL vulnerability (HeartBleed), I'm more than a bit hesitant to link these various apps together in one place. So, I'm going to stay away from the functionality for awhile.

Overall, the lights are really nice, flexible, and just plain cool.
1477172
The light is wonderfully bright, and the optional diffuser makes for a nice, wide horizontal beam.  The connectors are high quality, and the included extras are a welcome touch.  I recommend this light without reservation, and I'll be buying another for my other bike.

As it is, it's already easily a 5-star product.  There are a few minor gripes.  The free included rear red safety light is cheap feeling, and mine stopped working after an hour.  I already had another one anyway, but compared to the quality of the main light, it's kind of a letdown.  I'd rather have a diffuser included in the main kit, and forget the cheapie add-on.

The other annoyance is that there is no way to adjust the beam to the left or right.  Easy enough to shim around, as the attachment is good-quality rubber, but it would be nicer not to have to bodge something together.

These are minor things, though.  It's a great light.

[Edit 12-June-2015]  The seller was in contact with me immediately after seeing my review, and mailed off a replacement rear light.  He included two rear lights, just to be safe!  This was unexpected, but appreciated.  I am very happy to give my business to a seller with such good customer service.
1184269
Let me start out by saying that these light bulbs are absolutely fantastic and totally exceeded my expectations. I purchased two of the OUYIDE 24W-Daywhite Led spirals and am very glad I did. I originally had these in mind for the guitar repair shop I'm building. But now I'm thinking about buying them for all around my entire house. I would go as far as to say if it were possible for a light bulb to elevate a person's mood, this would be it. I love this light so much that I already have another 30W-Daywhite on the way. I compared these bulbs to other light sources around my home. Being near-sighted I have to remove my glasses to read clearly. I can read with my glasses on, but I must hold the writing at an arms length to see. Things look much clearer with this light. Conventional equivalent fluorescent lights flicker and strobe in a way that is not perceivable, but can take its toll on human eye sight in the form of eye fatigue. If you are an allergy sufferer or someone with a light complexion that burns easily in the sun, these lights are for you. Ultraviolet light is still the bodies preferred method of vitamin D production, a necessary nutrient to prevent osteoporosis. I take 1000iu twice a day of vitamin D and that is not enough. Yet I don't want to damage my liver. I'M adding these comments as of 08/02/2017, " I don't think that these will ever replace fluorescent lights for the simple fact that in some applications they are lacking in certain qualities, for example; I don't think that I could get as much out of these lights as I could my fluorescent lights in certain situations. For example, I don't think that I could possibly get as much out of LED lights at any price as I could my 10k and 20k fluorescent lights for the price. These LED lights are a marvel of modern engineering but I think that their market strategy really stinks. These lights should be more available in the American market. I must also add that these lights should be marketed with suitable light fixtures. These lights should be paired with their 3000k spirals to actually get the proper balance of light. These lights are more suitable for situations in which detail is crucial, such as in a kitchen, workshop, or video production studio; or to enhance the beauty of a particular environment. These lights are not suitable for prolonged everyday use, as they can lead to eye fatigue.
1492598
Pros:  These light up well and have a ton of different blinking choices (fast, slow,. mixed, etc.).  Cons:  The line is too short, and the blinking choices look more like the ones people hang on their Christmas trees .. lots of wild flashing lights.  There is (thankfully) a switch for just keeping them continually lit.  The really nice part about these lights is they have an automatic timer, and they will go off and then come back on automatically 12 hours later!  Super cool!  I have used these almost nightly for over a month and the batteries are still working fine.  Cool lights, just wish the strand was longer.
2896929
These are great little strings of lights.  Super bright and powerful and a decent price as well. That said, in one of the strings of lights I put the batteries into one string and the lights turned on-great, right?  But then I closed the cover of the battery pack and the lights went off and stayed off...until I took the battery pack cover off again.  I bought a few of these strings and the rest seem fine but this seems like a flaw in manufacturing on the one string.  I might still be able to work with it (maybe leave the cover off and take a chance?)  Overall, though, these are bright and attractive lights and will work great for providing light at a craft fair that I am going to next month.
2616888
This set of lights are beautiful to behold from the first moment you plug them in -- what you get is a golden filament punctuated with bright, pin-point lights that have a steady, strong glow that is almost a bit too piercing -- which is why the manufacturer recommends you do not look at the lights directly.

Thats why these may or may not be the best choice for something like Christmas tree lights or other decorations of that sort, such as wrapping them around a stair banister for a festive look. They have to be in someway shielded; thus, if you put them in a tree, tuck them into the branches so that the lights are shielded somewhat from direct view.

However, I think the main purpose of lights like these is to provide illumination in those places where they are not meant to be looked at directly, such as under a bed. This creates a marvelous effect in the darkness of your room. A golden-honey glow spreads out across the floor, and the tone is soft and muted. Its like a nightlight that helps you get up in the dark while not stumbling over the dog sleeping next to your bed, or tripping over your slippers -- and at the same time, making a fabulous interior design statement. Positioning these lights under a bed remakes the look of your bedroom, making it seem like you have two completely different rooms by day and night.

I suppose the possibilities are endless. These lights could be positioned near the top of the ceiling above a sheltering interior eave, of sorts, and there you would have a marvelous effect to trick-out your living room space, den, or whatever room you choose. I would think that business owners, such as restaurants, bars and nightclubs, could make absolutely excellent use of these lights to greatly enhance the experience customers have when they come in -- Im inclined to think that these lights may have their best application in the realm of business or entertainment.

But thats all good, because with this set you get endless possibilities. A creative thinker can go wild with interior design ideas based on being able to put beautiful, amber-glowing lighting in just about any location one can imagine.

I find this unit to me bade of high quality materials which I am certain will provide years of faithful use. These are not like el-cheapo strings of Christmas lights. The design is solid and easy to use -- the lights come with a switching unit that works hand-in-hand with a remote control programming device that allows a variety of special effects, such as blinking patterns, etc.

The switching unit is extremely easy to attach -- enough to say this is a total plug-and-play product that should not confuse anyone.

So I find nothing to dislike and everything to love about this clever product which provides a way to beautify your home or other space, is easy to operate and install, and which is made of materials that are of lasting quality. 5 Stars.
4097958
So far, I like these lights a lot.  I'd like to say I love them, but it's too early yet to tell.  I have placed them in the basement where there is a room with no electrical outlets and therefore no lighting.  I like their small size - they fit nicely into a tight area and it will take quite a tug to get them unstuck so be sure of where you want to adhere them.  The sticky tape is very secure.  The "push on" feature is very easy to use and each LED light produces a very bright light.  Combine all three and the previously dark area is lit up and easy to see what's what.  Each light takes 3 AAA batteries which, unfortunately, are not included.  However, they are easy to insert but I hope they don't get drained very quickly by the LED lights while not in use.  So far, I think these lights deserve fully 4 stars and possibly 5.
2568469
These downlights look great. They produce an amazing amount of light, and the trim looks really nice. It looks much better than the standard can lighting trim. Also, the 3000K color that I purchased matches 3000K bulbs from other manufacturers very well. The only issue I've experienced is that they do make some noise when they are controlled with a dimmer, even one meant for LED bulbs. I purchased the Lutron Ariadni dimmers to go with these, and the buzz is noticeable if you listen closely. To me, it's not bad enough to be much of an issue, but it is worth mentioning. Also, I have bought a few of these over the past few months, and the later builds (I received some at the end of February 2016) do seem to be quieter, although not silent.
1066375
This is a review of the Topled Light LED Backlight Accent Night Light.

I will list this first with what you get, then a summary of what I think of this after using and then the pros and cons I considered.

You will receive 4 Led Strips (Each one is 50cm or approx. 19 long), one 24 key remote control, 3 power connectors, a 2amp power supply, 8 small double ended pin connectors and a controller.

Summary  This was easy to setup and the lights make for amazing accent lighting. I have mine mounted under my desk actually. The one significant issue I had with mine is the remote-buttons. While I can get all the colors and such, the buttons are not all correct on the remote. My Green top button is actually making my lights blue and vise versa. Same applies for the yellow and red on the bottom. So while I can figure out what each button will get, I was disappointed to find the remote did not always correspond with the color light you get. All other features work well as described and expected. In terms of quality, this is a nice kit. I did find the connections between the units  cables are on the looser side. I used a piece of electrical tape to make sure they remain nice and tight. The adhesive on the back of the lights is nice and strong and nothing else was needed. (Even hanging the leds upside down like I did.) Overall for the price, you get a nice full kit and can do a lot with it.
If the remote did the proper functions, this would be a four rating vs. 3.

Pros
-You get four nice big sections of led lighting. Each section has 15 leds each and you can cut the strip if needed to get a better fit. (You do this where there is a line between the copper contacts.)
-Remote gives you a ton off control. You can make the lights brighter or darker, you get 16 different colors and can select several different light display modes such as flash, strobe (strobe is more of a fast fade for mine), steady-solid, fade and smooth.
-Leds are very low power and this will not eat up your electric bill. The lights will also remain cool vs. hot like some halogen and other lighting available.
-Leds are waterproof with an IP65 rating. (Rather not test that though.) The 6 in the rating is for solids. So this can keep dust out and has complete protection against contact. The 5 is the rating for liquid. So this means that water projected by a nozzle 6.3mm against enclosure from any direction will have no harmful effects.
-This is great for a ton of applications to make something pop. You could use this in entertainment centers, back lighting, under counter lighting, closet lighting, etc. I am a led geek, so this is awesome for a guy like me.

Cons
-The power port where the power adapter connects to the controller was a little loose on my unit.
-The connections between the lights are a little too loose. I needed electric tape once around at each joint to ensure they remained tight.
-Remote buttons do not all do as they are supposed to. See summary above.

Note  As other reviewers have noted, I found one strip was a different color than the others. Not sure why, but unplugging and flipping the connector fixed this. Should not matter the way this is designed, but it did for me.

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