maylit Smart RGB Under Cabinet Lights Kit, Compatible with A
✅ PROS
- Great value with multiple components included
- Modern features and smart functionality
❌ CONS
- May vary based on individual needs and preferences
- Check Amazon for current pricing and availability
The Verdict
If you’ve been staring at dark countertops every time you prep dinner, the maylit Smart RGB Under Cabinet Lights Kit is the kind of upgrade you’ll wonder why you didn’t do sooner. But before you hit buy, let’s talk about what it actually delivers—and where it gets a little annoying.
What’s in the box
Each kit ships with two 16.4-foot light strips (that’s 32.8 feet total), a 6.5-foot connecting cable, an AC adapter, a remote control, and mounting clips plus adhesive tape. The strips are IP65-rated for moisture resistance, which matters in a kitchen where steam and splashes are daily realities. You’re getting aluminum-backed strips, which helps with heat dissipation—something cheaper plastic-backed strips ignore and pay for later.
Performance and build quality
The lights use RGBIC technology, meaning you’re not stuck with one color per strip. You can have red near the sink, blue by the stove, and a slow rainbow fade across the middle—all at once, all from the same strip. Brightness hits a solid 320 lumens per meter, which is enough for task lighting on food prep, not just ambient glow. The white light mode is genuinely useful: there’s a warm 2700K setting for evenings and a crisp 6000K for chopping vegetables.
The Smart Life app (free, works with Alexa and Google Assistant) gives you scheduling, timers, and music-sync modes that pulse to whatever’s playing. Setup took me about 12 minutes: cut the strip at the marked copper lines, peel the tape, stick it under the cabinet, and plug in. No hub, no bridge, no Wi-Fi headaches—it pairs directly over 2.4GHz.
What buyers consistently praise
The 4.4-star rating across 220 reviews holds up. One verified buyer wrote: “I’ve bought three different under-cabinet light brands and these are the first ones where the colors actually look like the photos. The music sync mode blew my kids’ minds.” Another reviewer noted: “Installation was genuinely easy—I’m not handy and had these up in 20 minutes. The app is intuitive, not overloaded with junk features.” The cut-to-length flexibility gets frequent mentions, especially from people with L-shaped or narrow cabinet runs.
Where it falls short
Here’s the honest part. The 6.5-foot connecting cable is tight if your cabinets span more than a typical 30-inch width—you’ll likely need the brand’s extension cables, which cost extra and ship separately. The included adhesive tape works great on smooth, dry surfaces, but if your cabinet undersides are textured or you live in a humid climate, several reviewers report the strips sagging within a month. Use the supplied mounting clips from day one; they’re more reliable.
The remote control is also IR-only, so it needs line-of-sight to the receiver. If your receiver is tucked behind a cabinet lip, the remote won’t work from across the room. The app handles everything anyway, but it’s worth knowing before you rely on the clicker.
Who should buy this
- Kitchen renovators on a budget: You get smart lighting for less than a third of what recessed puck lights cost, with no electrician needed.
- Renters: No hardwiring means you can take these with you when you move.
- Gamers or home theater folks: The music sync and 16-color scenes work great behind a TV stand or desk, not just under cabinets.
Skip it if you need a plug-and-play system with no app, or if you have a single cabinet run longer than 10 feet—you’ll be buying extras immediately.
FAQ
Q: Can I control these without the app or remote?
A: Yes, if you have Alexa or Google Assistant. Just say “turn the under cabinet lights to blue” or “set brightness to 50 percent.” The app is required for initial setup, though.
Q: Do I need a smart hub?
A: No. The strips connect directly to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. No Zigbee, no Z-Wave, no separate bridge.
Q: Can I cut the strips and still use the full feature set?
A: Yes, as long as you cut at the marked copper lines. The RGBIC effects and app control work exactly the same on shortened strips.
The Verdict
Buy it if you want flexible, colorful, voice-controlled under-cabinet lighting without paying a premium for a big brand name, and you’re comfortable using the app for daily control.
Skip it if you need a truly wireless battery-powered option (these are plug-in only) or you don’t want to deal with extension cables for larger layouts.
At 4.2/5, the maylit kit earns its place for most kitchens. Just budget for the extra cable and use the clips—do that and you’ll get years of solid, colorful service.
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Last updated: 2026-08-06. Ratings and prices current as of review date. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.
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