I reviewed Nanoleaf's first rope light, and there are 4 good reasons to skip it – fortunately, I’ve got the perfect alternative

I absolutely love smart lights for their convenience and versatility, to the point that I don’t use any non-smart lighting in my living room or bedroom in my day-to-day routine.

I’m also a big fan of anything bright and colorful, so naturally, I’ve found myself drawn to some of the more fun smart light offerings on the market. One of the most fun formats you can buy is a rope light, which makes a fantastically flexible feature bound to brighten up the decor.

This flexibility makes them a great way to get creative and create your own neon sign, a prospect that really appealed to me, so I was sold! Or so I thought. Turns out, not all rope lights are made equal. At different price points, this is understandable, but when there’s a noticeable difference in performance and the ...