Last Updated: June 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
MINGER DreamColor LED Strip Lights Smart Music Sync Light Strip Phone App Controlled Waterproof for Party Room Bedroom TV Gaming with Brighter 5050 LEDs and Strong Adhesive Tape 16 4Ft
Last Updated: June 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.2
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Review Analysis - 373 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Apps
lights, control, works great, options, easy to use
+87%
-13%
" ... Super easy app and installation. ... "
" ... Simple app download—and plug and play! ... "
" ... The lights are great and the app works well. ... "
" ... Neat lights but I can't get the iHomeEnt app to install on any of my devices therefore I can't configure the effects through the app. ... Samsung Galaxy Note 2 and Samsung Galaxy Tab A. ... "
" ... App loaded easily and works flawlessly. ... "
" ... the app works really well. ... "
" ... There are just enough settings in the app to be fun to change but ultimately we all like the factory setting with music going and all the color variations as the music hits the mic. ... "
" ... I love the interactive software. ... "
Features
light, strip, modes, cool, mode
+84%
-16%
" ... Very happy with the lights! ... "
" ... Very nice light strip! ... "
" ... This is the best set of LED light strips I have ordered! ... "
" ... ╠ ►Product Need: Strip lighting w/ functionality ... "
" ... Lights have more features than others being able to have individual LED's at different colors the main reason I bought them. ... "
" ... Lights are beautiful. ... "
" ... Lights are just incredible. ... "
" ... So far so good and the lights are bright! ... "
Software Platform
lights, works great, easy to use, options, control
+81%
-19%
" ... The app is awesome too. ... "
" ... Works great with the app. ... Has DIY options in the app and it’s good for almost any setting. ... "
" ... ╠ ►Cons to Consider: 16.4 feet length, simple app settings ... "
" ... The app is great, they react very quickly when you change settings on it. ... "
" ... I know the app is new but hopefully more features will be added like a speed adjusted fade from one color to the next ... "
" ... I loved the led lights and so many modes on the app. ... "
" ... The APP is friendly use and has DIY function, which is favored by Kids. ... "
" ... The app is pretty good for what I paid. ... "
Color
color, lights, brightness, patterns, settings
+96%
-4%
" ... Very vibrant colors and sync to music works great. ... "
" ... the colors are great and the app is very useful. ... "
" ... Tons of scenes to choose from, you can even customize colors and patterns. ... Brightness can also be adjusted. ... "
" ... Best color and control of any LED strips I have tried. ... I did have an issue, but the customer service from Minger is as impressive as the color the LED's produce. ... "
" ... It has TONS of settings including brightness and color. ... You can even make your own setting with colors and effects. ... "
" ... I love the colors of it and definitely would recommend this product. ... "
" ... The lights are vibrant and colorful. ... "
" ... I am just looking to get a new strand that is not missing colors. ... "
Sound Quality
strip, modes, lights, color, responds
+89%
-11%
" ... Works amazing with sound/voice. ... "
" ... These lights are great, they are bright and the music feature is awesome. ... "
" ... Super epic, will play to music but also can have customized settings, a great addition to any room ... "
" ... Pretty cool, the music part is so so ... "
" ... It has 4 different music modes and you can change the color in only 2 of those. ... "
" ... Sound activation very responsive. ... "
" ... It’s cool because you can sinc the lights to music. ... "
" ... I bought these for my husband's music studio. ... "
Ease of Use
app, easy to use, easy to install, super, set
+97%
-3%
" ... Easy to connect on the app, great adhesiveness (? ... "
" ... Works great and easy to install. ... "
" ... Easy to set up, play with the app and discover what it can do. ... "
" ... The app is very easy to install and navigate through. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Well the Bluetooth was easy. ... "
" ... The instructions are enclosed and very easy to follow. ... The strip is very easy to install (and cut) too. ... "
" ... Super bright, App is easy to use. ... "
Capacity
house, rooms, party, living room, works
+91%
-9%
" ... I bought 3 16ft for my living room for parties and get togethers. ... "
" ... Overall a solid all in one kit for turning any room into a party room. ... "
" ... Just hooked them, up in my daughter's room. ... "
" ... I bought these for my sons dorm room in college and they look awesome . ... "
" ... I plan to get a couple more for my outdoor Entertainment area ... "
" ... My daughter bought these for her dorm room in college. ... "
" ... I have a large bed room (20'×16') and it lights my whole room up. ... "
" ... My son bought this for his room. ... We want to order a second on to go all the way around his room. ... "
Setup
easy to install, instructions, install, setup, lights
+94%
-6%
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... The app is very easy to install and navigate through. ... "
" ... Works great and easy to install. ... "
" ... Once I got the hang of things, it was pretty easy to install this way (Note: use gloves as hot glue is hot!) ... "
" ... Installing is another thing. ... "
" ... Very easy to install, adds a great effect to our living room. ... Installed about one week ago with no isses. ... "
" ... Tips on installing: ... "
" ... As a DJ I'll use these in my lighting setup from now on. ... "
Fit
tape, sticky, falling, strip, clips
+44%
-56%
" ... First of all they clips they give you for this to stay on the wall don’t stick at all. ... "
" ... The adhesive didn’t even make it a day without it falling from my wall. ... "
" ... - The included adhesive tabs didn't stick at all. ... - The adhesive on the back of the strip didn't stick well either. ... "
" ... Unfortunately the down side is the adhesive is terrible. ... "
" ... The tape didn't even hold for longer then 6 hours . ... "
" ... product won't stay up without tape. ... "
" ... i did not like the tape it brings, it keeps falling of the wall. ... i had to use crazy glue and now it doesn't fall off. ... "
" ... I added adhesive velcro to help hold it up but the adhesive on the back of the velcro doesn't stay attached either. ... "
Product Reliability
lights, stopped working, months, weeks, strip
+36%
-64%
" ... Stopped working completely after about 2 months. ... "
" ... Stopped working less than a month after I got it. ... "
" ... Everything worked flawlessly for 2 days including the App, and then it just quit. ... "
" ... I did this 5 minutes later, still broke same stop soo calling that mode a dud. ... "
" ... A quarter of the strip started failing after three months. ... It would flicker and eventually it died. ... "
" ... Fantastic for a week, unfortunately one side died after a week. ... "
" ... On the blinking setting it gets stuck at blue/white and stops ... "
" ... So I had bought this strip a few days ago and im already disappointed. ... "
Device Compatibility
app, lights, sync, bluetooth, strip
+74%
-26%
" ... Minger, can you please make these lights work with Apple HomeKit? ... "
" ... My phone easily connect to the LED strip and you can set for On (pick a color), flashing, or sync to music, plus others. ... "
" ... ╠ ►My Review: There are tons of led strips out there, so I went with this one with the extra features of the music sync and app. ... "
" ... Please add the option to control more than one strip via bluetooth at the same time. ... "
" ... Nice to have Bluetooth and an app. ... "
" ... Easy to connect on the app, great adhesiveness (? ... "
" ... Long enough for my 65in tv. ... "
" ... We have Phillips hue in our house but these paired with a smart plus awesome ! ... "
Controls
control, color, modes, lights, power button
+75%
-25%
" ... Local control pod provides full control over many different functions. ... "
" ... They can dance with the music, or you can use preset scenes which are also just as awesome. ... "
" ... There are several different settings that you can set, either with the included control pad, which is wired directly into the LED strip, or via the App. ... "
" ... The button on/off worked well. ... "
" ... The preprogrammed music modes are cool but I would like to be able to customize them (you cannot). ... "
" ... It’s cool because you can sinc the lights to music. ... "
" ... The music mode is great and offers several different choices. ... "
" ... Love the preset modes that change with the music. ... "
Price
well, worth the money, worth, money, cost
+80%
-20%
" ... Money well spent. ... "
" ... Actually quite amazing for the price. ... "
" ... For a pretty good price, it works pretty good which I am surprised!! ... "
" ... This product cost a lot of money relative to other, similar products out there so to be worth the money It really had to show up . ... "
" ... ╔ ■ Price Point: 4.5/5 ... "
" ... Definitely worth the buy. ... "
" ... This is basically a good entry level set for 31 dollars (even better if on sale). ... "
" ... Works just as well as hue and a fraction of the cost. ... I prefer this to my hue system and it is a fraction of the cost ... "
Build Quality
surface, fell, tape, sticky, protecting
+26%
-74%
" ... it looked good for a week then it broke and i could ... "
" ... The strip seems to be too heavy. ... "
" ... The back part is not strong enough comes down very soon ... "
" ... Sticky stuff fell off ... "
" ... It didn’t hold 2 days on the painted or unpainted surface. ... "
" ... Fell off after two or three days. ... "
" ... Unfortunately when wrapping in a tight circle, one risk is damaged to the string. ... "
" ... The plastic strip protecting the sticky backside surface was torn off and the surface was covered in what looked like carpet and hair. ... "
Bluetooth
app, lights, feature, connect, via bluetooth
+65%
-35%
" ... The bluetooth feature is awesome and so creative. ... "
" ... They don't need to connect to the schools wifi because they use bluetooth, and don't need to plug into any audio equipment because they have a built in microphone. ... "
" ... Please add the option to control more than one strip via bluetooth at the same time. ... Current bluetooth hardware supports this feature. ... "
" ... Easy to put together and hook up to Bluetooth. ... "
" ... Love how it’s bluetooth and I can work it all from my phone and can set a timer for them ... "
" ... They work great and they had zero issue linking with my bluetooth (a first!) ... "
" ... Well the Bluetooth was easy. ... "
" ... The pattern options are better along with pairing through bluetooth make them really fun to use. ... "
Design
really, looks great, looks, lights, makes
+100%
" ... Makes anything look cooler ... "
" ... I don't like old fashion boring lights and these were the perfect fit. ... "
" ... Makes my bar look unbeatable! ... "
" ... These lights look great. ... "
" ... ╠ ■ Quality/Design/Durability: 5/5 ... "
" ... The lights look very nice, and the way it moves to the beat of the music looks mesmerizing. ... "
" ... it is so beautiful . ... "
" ... The quality looks good. ... "
Returns
return, replacement, support, quickly
+33%
-67%
" ... So I am returning for a replacement set. ... "
" ... it looked good for a week then it broke and i could ... not figure out how to return it ... "
" ... I had to return multiple sets. ... "
" ... I’ll be returning this immediately. ... "
" ... Very disappointed and will be returning the product. ... "
" ... Luckily I checked the quality before install them up, or i will have to spend more time and money do a return. ... "
" ... Just wish the blinking setting didnt get stuck I'd at lest then consider not returning it. ... "
For Kids
bought, room, college, teenage, loves
+100%
" ... he called and asked where I got them from as others students want them too. ... "
" ... I just ordered two more strands for my other children. ... "
" ... My son loves these lights. ... "
" ... My son bought this for his room. ... "
" ... We used this on a shelf I built for my son. ... "
" ... My teenage son loves this. ... "
" ... I bought these for my sons 19th birthday to use in his college dorm. ... "
" ... I highly recommended for KIDs. ... "
Volume
use, works, speaker, put, music
+91%
-9%
" ... It is especially fun when the outside speaker is going. ... "
" ... so a half of a medium sized room. ... "
" ... My boyfriend liked them so much he put a set in his music room. ... "
" ... my room is the center for parties now :) ... "
" ... i use them in my room with my music. ... "
" ... It works with any ambient sound, like an alarm or whatever. ... "
" ... It works great in my room. ... "
Marketplace
works, seller, described, support, review
+91%
-9%
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... This is my new favorite purchase ever on Amazon. ... "
" ... I contacted seller via email, and went to work. ... Support replied quickly and sent a brand new replacement. ... "
" ... All in all the product works just as described by the seller. ... "
" ... I received my order the next day, days before the eta. ... "
" ... Really top product and works as described. ... "
" ... This is my first time writing a review about a product I purchased online. ... "
" ... Product works as described. ... "
Display Clarity
brightness, lights, strips, turn, sucks
+91%
-9%
" ... But other than that, I've very satisfied with the quality of the lights and the brightness. ... "
" ... I started out with a behind the TV set of Dreamcolor LED strips, and I loved them so much I have since ordered 6 of these 5m kits. ... "
" ... Look no further, if looking for LED lights for mood lighting to partying, these are the easy choice! ... "
" ... AND, the brightness control is great! ... "
" ... Exelent quality led. ... "
" ... Much better then that of just plain led lights and much higher quality. ... "
" ... Minger has great LED’s . ... "
" ... Brightness can also be adjusted. ... "
Remote
control, app, phone, led, tv
+90%
-10%
" ... The remote app works well. ... "
" ... Love using the app as remote since phone is always near me. ... "
" ... The built in remote works well and the app takes it even further. ... "
" ... While the app is convenient and simple, I would still prefer an additional standard remote (as some other LED strips have), and it could just be a simple one for solid colors and basic controls. ... "
" ... The setup was easy and the remote control from the phone outstanding, unroll and align along the path you are using and presto perfect back lighting for my TV. ... "
" ... Would love to have a remote to control them without having to use my phone. ... "
" ... This is such a step up from the basic LED lights with IR controller. ... "
" ... Local control pod provides full control over many different functions. ... "
Comfort
lights, falling, strip, sticky, falls
+30%
-70%
" ... Fell off after two or three days. ... "
" ... And you have to make sure the lights are off Bc if you touch them while on you get a pain shock . ... "
" ... Suspect in addition to the failure of the solder pads, failure of the controller. ... "
" ... But they lights fell off after being on only a week. ... "
" ... Every time it falls off I put it back up and then it falls right back off about a day later. ... "
" ... Sticky stuff fell off ... "
Device Stand
stick, stuck, falling, clips, brackets
+11%
-89%
" ... Didn’t stick to the wall at all!!!!! ... "
" ... They don’t stick at all on my sons bedroom wall. ... "
" ... First of all they clips they give you for this to stay on the wall don’t stick at all. ... "
" ... While trying to put it on the wall, it did not stick and overall was very frustrating. ... "
" ... i did not like the tape it brings, it keeps falling of the wall. ... "
" ... The adhesive didn’t even make it a day without it falling from my wall. ... "
" ... $30 won’t even stay stuck to the wall. ... "
Delivery
work, received, order, arrived, working
+56%
-44%
" ... They look wonderful when I’m legally parked and they do well running solid red when I’m at work doing a grubhub Delivery. ... "
" ... I received my order the next day, days before the eta. ... "
" ... And the shipping supre fast too! ... "
" ... It came with an organizer and a nice box. ... "
Cables
wire, soldered, 3, unit, pretty
+50%
-50%
" ... The wires became loose and the strand is no longer working. ... "
" ... Only worked until I cut it, can not be soldered with any wire. ... "
" ... Cords - 4/5 ... "
" ... I learned that after purchasing this product and realizing you need to use the controller plugged into the cord to change the lighting or presumably download a phone app. ... "
Wash Programs
timer, settings, mode, love, setting
+71%
-29%
" ... Plus you can set a timer. ... "
" ... I love the mode selections and even have the ability to make your own modes. ... "
" ... Love the different modes. ... "
" ... I love all the settings. ... "
" ... And in the music mode, there are also several play modes to choose. ... "
Cleaning
clean the surface, clean, walls, tv, surface
+43%
-57%
" ... Made sure walls were clean, but the light strip doesn’t stick very well at all. ... "
" ... The plastic strip protecting the sticky backside surface was torn off and the surface was covered in what looked like carpet and hair. ... "
" ... I cleaned the back of the TV prior to sticking it on so that isn’t the reason. ... "
" ... I'd really be bothered by this if I was about to do the dirty, probably spend more time looking at the LEDs being dumb than her. ... "
For Fun
speaker, app
+100%
" ... I had a lot of fun changing and adjusting the settings to exactly what I wanted and I think you will too. ... "
" ... Buy these just for the pure fun of it. ... "
" ... It is especially fun when the outside speaker is going. ... "
" ... These are really nice and fun. ... "
" ... loved it the app is fun and many choices . ... "
" ... They are having lots of fun dancing in their room. ... "
As Gift
happy, gift, friend, bought
+100%
" ... I bought this for my younger brother for Christmas . ... "
" ... My nephew loved this as his Christmas present! ... "
" ... Bought as a gift, and is very happy with product ... "
" ... Was a gift for my little sister for Christmas and she is very happy with it! ... "
" ... This lamp, I am going to give my friend a Christmas present. ... "
" ... I bought it because I am looking for something for my friend’s birthday party. ... "
Gaming
static, setup
+100%
" ... I use these pretty much everyday, either static on white while I'm chatting with my gaming friends or static purple or on the lightshow for music which you can see going to an Eminem song in the video. ... "
" ... This product is the cheapest ws2812B you probably can find with a really awesome controller. ... "
" ... My room for gaming ... "
" ... And they work fine so far added a nice touch to my gaming setup! ... "
" ... Needed this exact type of product for a party that didn't require a professional controller. ... "
Product As Described
product, described, pictures, one
+80%
-20%
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised. ... "
" ... Really top product and works as described. ... "
" ... Product works as described. ... "
Hair
size, wires, velcro, tape, strip
+75%
-25%
" ... You can trim them to size cutting where it's indicated. ... "
" ... The tape is pretty strong I was able to pull it off once, and re-attach after cutting what I didn't need, but I did end up buying some Velcro Straps for the ends, the mid just in case and the wires coming off the controller but that only costs a dollar, no complaints. ... "
" ... The strip is very easy to install (and cut) too. ... "
Call quality
customer
+50%
-50%
" ... Reached out to customer support to see if there is an update or fix for this issue, waiting to hear back. ... "
" ... Barely spoke english and did not answer any questions when asked. ... "
Band
sticky, lights
-100%
" ... Fell off after two or three days. ... "
" ... But they lights fell off after being on only a week. ... "
" ... Sticky stuff fell off ... "
Packing
came
+100%
" ... Even the packaging was well done. ... "
" ... they came in very high quality packaging and they came on time! ... "
" ... Packaging is good. ... "
Cooling
look, cooler, room, makes, dispersive
+100%
" ... It does other cooler dances. ... "
" ... It does look cool in his room. ... "
" ... Makes anything look cooler ... "
Ports
+33%
-67%
" ... Power adapter and connection doesn't seem sketchy and actual quality ... "
Water Resistance
would, protect, proof, bathroom, u
+100%
" ... However, I personally would protect it from direct sunlight and exposure to rain. ... "
" ... They are water proof but not something I would put outside or under water but you can use them in a bathroom that might have a humidity issue because of steam. ... "
" ... It’s water proof which means u can basically put it anywhere u want. ... "
Battery Life
tape
+67%
-33%
" ... These stay cool for hours. ... "
" ... This was nice, but returned since it lasted 2 hours. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 196.8 meters
Display
Type: LED