Which is better for year-round outdoor use?

The original 100ft set has the clearer weather specs: IP67 lights, an IP65 control box and adapter, and a -4°F to 140°F range. The Elite is listed for outdoor use but with a dry damp rating and no IP number, so it is the weaker choice for exposed spots.

Is the Elite worth the lower price?

Yes, if you are mounting under eaves or another sheltered spot. It saves $9.01 at the best new price and 7 stores carry it, but you give up the stated IP67 rating and ETL listing.

Do both sets cover 100 ft with 72 lights?

Yes. Both are 100 ft RGBIC sets with 72 LEDs, and the original spaces lights about 16.4 ft apart at the splice joints. Neither can be cut, so plan the run before you mount.

Which works with more smart home systems?

The original. It lists Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and IFTTT. The Elite lists only Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

The original states 26 lumens per light. The Elite lists 1872 lm total across the set, which works out to about 26 lumens per light, so brightness is effectively the same.

The original states up to 50,000 hours and an anti-UV material. The Elite does not publish a rated life, so the original is the safer bet on paper.

Govee 100ft RGBIC Permanent Outdoor Lights vs Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2/Elite

Both are 100 ft Govee RGBIC permanent outdoor light sets with 72 LEDs, app and voice control, and the same 4.3 rating. The main difference is price and availability: the original 100ft set is $149.00 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, while the Permanent Outdoor Lights 2/Elite is $139.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026 and stocked by 7 stores. Buy the Elite for the lower price and wider store choice; buy the original only if you want its documented IP67 rating and ETL listing spelled out.

Today the Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2/Elite costs $9.01 less at its best price.

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