Which is better for a kitchen?

The CCT strip suits a kitchen better if you want bright under-cabinet light, since it runs 5W/ft and is UL Certified. The PAUTIX is the easier pick if you want app and remote dimming without buying a controller.

Do I need extra parts for the CCT strip?

Yes. It is bare 24V strip, so you need a 24V power supply and a dimmer or CCT controller. The PAUTIX kit includes both a 24V 84W supply and a control box.

Neither maker states a rated life here. The CCT strip runs at higher power per foot, which usually means more heat, so mount both in aluminum channels for cooling.

Is the PAUTIX worth it over the shorter strip?

Yes if you need more than 16.5ft or want the included remote, app and power supply. The CCT strip is the better value only when you already own a 24V driver and controller.

Can both do tunable white?

Yes. Both tune from 2700K warm white to 6500K cool white and dim. The CCT strip needs an external CCT controller; the PAUTIX uses its included remote or app.

Which is brighter per foot?

The CCT strip, at 5W/ft. The PAUTIX draws about 2.6W/ft from its 84W supply over 32.8ft, so expect softer light per foot.

CCT COB LED Strip Light – Dimmable - Indoor - 24V, 10mm – (2700K ~ 6500K )– 16.5ft - UL Certified vs PAUTIX COB LED Strip Light White CCT Tunable 32.8ft/10m

Buy the CCT COB strip if you need a shorter, UL-listed run for a kitchen or office and already own a 24V dimmer. Buy the PAUTIX if you want twice the length plus a remote, app control and a power supply in the box. The PAUTIX kit covers 32.8ft with a 24V 84W supply; the CCT strip is 16.5ft of bare strip rated 5W/ft, so it needs a separate controller and driver.

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