I'm very happy and impressed with these Black and Decker lights. They are a bit pricey at regular price, but they were simple to install and I had no problems connecting them to Alexa.
I think two things made connecting them easy: be sure to check the box on the purchase page where it says something like "link these to your account", and be sure to download the Black and Decker app; follow the instructions on the box and in the app.
I've bought 3 sets so far, two of the 3-light sets and one 24" bar for another room. It took longer for me to plan out exactly where I wanted them than it did to install them.
After installing and connecting the first set, all I had to do was just install and plug in the other sets. Alexa recognized them without me having to do anything.
Being able to set routines up is handy. I schedule my kitchen lights to go on "nighttime" mode at bedtime, and my bedroom lights come on at 9:30 pm.
The motion detection works well *but only if your hand is an inch away* from the sensor. I think for most people it's much more convenient to simply use Alexa, or make certain the sensor is in a spot that's easily accessible for your hand. These aren't motion lights that will sense you walking by; you literally have to pass your hand 1" from the control box/sensor for the sensor to work. It's a non-issue for me because I have it right where I can get to it on two of my light sets, and the other I strictly control with Alexa because the sensor is in an inconvenient place.
The light settings are very adjustable in temperature and brightness. On the brightest setting they give off plenty of light.
I suggest you try them in the place you want them before mounting them. They need to be shielded a bit, by your cabinet trim for example, because you'll probably find them too bright to look at directly. For instance, I tried them under my counter, but when sitting on the couch facing that direction, they were bothersome.
I mounted all of mine using the 3M stickers that come with the lights, and it holds perfectly.
My only other suggestion is to buy more lights than you think you want. Once you get them you'll be looking for more places you can add these.
I can't think of a negative for these, other than the light I recently added (24" single bar) will turn on randomly - but it's Alexa doing this. It operates fine otherwise, with the app or voice commands, but for whatever reason Alexa is turning it on at 4:45 p.m. on her own.
They work as advertised (excluding my single Alexa glitch with the one light) and are a great addition to my kitchen and bedroom.
| Style | Smart Under Cabinet Lighting |
|---|---|
| Brand | BLACK+DECKER |
| Color | Smart Adjustable Color |
| Product Dimensions | 23"D x 0.79"W x 0.39"H |
| Special Feature | Adjustable Color Temperature, Dimming |
| Light Source Type | LED |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Lamp Type | Desk Lamp |
| Room Type | Laundry Room, Garage, Bathroom, Kitchen, Workshop |
| Shade Color | White |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Under Kitchen Cabinets |
| Power Source | AC/DC |
| Controller Type | Vera, Amazon Alexa |
| Switch Type | Push Button |
| Number of Light Sources | 1 |
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Included Components | (4) 9" Light Bars, Control Box, Jumper Wires, AC Adaptor |
| Mounting Type | Under Cabinet |
| Wattage | 25 watts |
| Number of Items | 4 |
| Lighting Method | Adjustable |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Specific Uses For Product | Cabinet |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Number of Pieces | 4 |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Voltage | 25 Volts |
| Brightness | 335 Lumen |
| Manufacturer | Amax Inc |
| Part Number | LEDUC9-4CCT-ACK |
| Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | Smart Under Cabinet Lighting |
| Size | 9" 4-Bar |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Coverage | 36" per Bar |
| Special Features | Adjustable Color Temperature, Dimming |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 2-year limited warranty. |
