Permanent Outdoor Lights vs. Ground Lights vs. Light Strips — Which Govee Option Suits Your Home?
- carlsonsmarthome09
- Aug 28
- 2 min read
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Surprise! The holidays are here again, and spoiler alert they'll be here next year as well...and the year after that, and the year after that. If you want your outdoor home decor to be the best outdoor home decor in your neighborhood for the holidays every year, then you're in the right spot.
Smart lighting has transformed how we decorate and illuminate our homes. Whether it’s for everyday curb appeal or seasonal flair, Govee offers some of the most versatile and reliable smart lighting products available. But with so many options—permanent outdoor lights, ground lights, and light strips—how do you know which one is right for your space? Let’s break it down.
Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights: Set It and Forget It
If you want a lighting solution that works year-round with minimal effort, Govee’s permanent outdoor lights are unbeatable.
Best for: Rooflines, eaves, and creating that “professional holiday lights” look without the hassle.
Why people love them: They’re weatherproof, app-controlled, and can instantly switch between warm everyday tones and festive seasonal themes.
Highlight feature: Create your own light patterns, or use one from the community section on the app!
Govee Ground Lights: Perfect for Walkways & Landscaping
Want to highlight your garden, driveway, landscaping, or pathway? Ground lights are the way to go.
Best for: Driveways, flower beds, patios.
Why people love them: The low-profile design blends into landscaping during the day, and at night they create an elegant glow that can be customized.
Highlight feature: Smart scheduling, dimming, and weather resistance.
Govee Light Strips: Flexible, Creative, and Fun
Light strips are the most versatile choice—they can go just about anywhere.
Best for: Deck railings, under cabinets, entertainment centers, backyard gazebos.
Why people love them: Cut-to-fit, easy to install, endless color patterns, and app-based control.
Highlight feature: Voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant.
Grab your Indoor Govee Light Strips, or grab your Outdoor Govee Light Strips today!
Which One Is Right for You?
Choose Permanent Outdoor Lights if you want hassle-free, professional curb appeal year-round.
Choose Ground Lights if you want to boost your landscaping with subtle but stunning illumination.
Choose Light Strips if you’re looking for the most creative, budget-friendly option for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Still can’t decide which Govee options suits your home? Then do the obvious choice...combine them! Use permanent lights for your roofline, ground lights for your yard, and strips for accent lighting, both indoor and outdoor. If you want to see how I combine these, check out my other blog post here!
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