Govee Outdoor Lights Elite: What Buyers Say, Problems & Installation
Elite is Costco’s version of Lights 2 and receives strong buyer ratings. Common questions focus on how much actual lighting the kit includes and how to plan whole-home coverage with a single control box.
At a glance
- Buyers love: 88% give 4 or 5 stars
- Watch out: “180 ft” kit is 150 ft of lights
- Install labor: from $390 (you buy the lights)
Govee Outdoor Lights Elite: what 521 Costco members say
521 Costco reviews
88% of Costco reviewers give Elite 4 or 5 stars, while 8% give it 1 or 2 stars. Buyers value this Costco version of Lights 2 for its extra mounting accessories and lower price per foot.
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The “180 ft” kit is about 150 ft of light string plus about 31 ft of extension cable. Measure your roofline before you buy.
Shorter strings mean more joints along the roof. Each one needs to sit tight and stay sealed.
That is the warranty listed at Costco. Govee.com lists 3 years for the Lights 2, so check which one applies to your purchase.
Most helpful positive · 431 found it helpful
One buyer who owns both Elite and Pro recommends Elite as a lower-cost option for simple rooflines, noting that it includes a bracket for every light. For homes with more gables and corners, they suggest Pro.
Most helpful critical · 339 found it helpful
A buyer returned it after finding that Govee won’t sell a second control box on its own, so one kit can’t be split into separate front and back zones.
Bought the Elite at Costco? We’ll install it right
Make the most of your 150 ft of lights with a layout tailored to your roofline. Our 3X protection uses double-sided tape and brackets, adding metal hooks where needed for extra support. We properly seal connections and keep light strings intact. Contact us for a custom installation quote.
Govee Outdoor Lights Elite Problems and How to Avoid Them
These are the points Costco members raise most, and what we do about each.
| What buyers flag | Why it matters | How our technicians handle it |
|---|---|---|
| “180 ft” is about 150 ft of lights | The rest of the kit is extension cable, so a long roofline may need more than one kit | We measure from your photos and tell you how many kits to buy |
| One control box per kit | Govee won’t sell a second control box on its own, so one kit can’t be split into front and back zones | We plan the run so the lights cover the parts of the roof that matter most |
| 9 shorter strings | More joints along the roof, and each one has to stay tight and sealed | We seal and secure every joint, and never cut the strings |
Many of these start with the install, not the light.
Avoid common installation issues with careful planning, 3X protection, and tested connections. Send your home’s photos for a fixed labor quote.
How We Install Govee Outdoor Lights Elite
Why the Elite needs its own install plan
The Elite kit has about 150 ft of lights in 9 strings, plus extension cable and a bracket for every light. We use the brackets in the box with our own metal hooks, seal every joint, and plan the run around the parts of your roof that matter.
- You buy the lights beforehand
- Fixed labor price from your photos
- 3-layer mounting on every run
- Every section tested before we leave
- Repair visits if a section goes dark later
1. Layout plan
We walk the roofline from your photos and plan every run, corner and peak.
2. Mounting method
3-layer mounting: tape, brackets and metal hooks, matched to your surface.
3. Corners and peaks
Where the Elite is most stressed, we add support so nothing lifts.
4. Controller and power
Outlet, controller and cable route planned, hidden and weather-protected.
5. App setup
Scenes, schedule and smart-home linking, on your network.
6. Final test
Every section tested at night before we leave.
Govee Outdoor Lights Elite Installation Cost
Fixed labor, priced per job, not per foot. Prices cover our labor only; you buy the lights.
Single-storey
From $390
Two-storey / townhome
Fixed quote from photos
Lights to buy
Measure the run, add 25% extra
Repair / reinstall
Fixed quote from photos
Govee Outdoor Lights Elite Not Working? Common Fixes
Each fix ends the same way: still not working? A local technician can repair it.
Use 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, power-cycle the controller, move close to the router, then re-pair in the app.
Still not working? A local technician can repair it — (470) 873-6205.
Check the connector, inspect for bent pins, and test the section in another position.
Still not working? A local technician can repair it — (470) 873-6205.
Adhesive alone can fail. Clean the surface and add clips or brackets.
Still not working? A local technician can repair it — (470) 873-6205.
Reset the controller, check the outlet and power supply, and update the firmware.
Still not working? A local technician can repair it — (470) 873-6205.
Elite vs 2 Pro, Pro, 2, Prism
Ratings and topic scores come from buyer reviews on Amazon and Costco (Nov 2026). The 2 Pro has early data only.
| Elite (this page) | 2 Pro | Pro | 2 | Prism | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyer rating | 4.5★ (521 Costco) | 4.4★ (56) | 4.4★ (2,431) | 4.4★ (3,165) | 4.6★ (354) |
| Best topic | 88% give 4–5★ | Lighting quality 100% | Appearance 98% | Appearance 96% | Appearance 100% |
| Weakest topic | “180 ft” kit is 150 ft | Functionality 43% | Durability 26% | Durability 36% | Brightness 61% |
| Install labor from | $390 | $390 | $390 | $390 | $420 |
| Full comparison | — | Elite vs 2 Pro → | Elite vs Pro → | Elite vs 2 → | Elite vs Prism → |
Is the Govee Outdoor Lights Elite Worth It?
88% of Costco reviewers rate Elite 4 or 5 stars. This Costco version of Lights 2 includes extra mounting accessories at a lower price per foot. However, the “180 ft” kit contains about 150 ft of actual lights, with the remaining length made up of extension cables, and includes one control box.
Buy the Elite if…
- You want the Costco price and your roofline is simple
- You are fine with one control box per kit, or will buy a second kit for another zone
Pick another model if…
Govee Outdoor Lights Elite FAQ
Short answers from the buyer data and from our installers.
Our labor starts from $390 for a single-storey home. You buy the lights; we install them. Text photos of your house for a fixed quote.
88% of Costco members give the Elite 4 or 5 stars, and only 8% give 1 or 2. Buyers say it’s the Costco version of the Lights 2, with extra mounting accessories in the box and a lower price per foot.
The “180 ft” kit is about 150 ft of light string (9 strings of 16.7 ft) plus about 31 ft of extension cable. Measure your roofline before you buy.
No, we don’t supply the lights, but we can help you choose the right Govee model for your home before you buy.
Yes. Brick, stucco, siding and gutters each need a different mount, and we choose the right one.
No. We are an independent installer. We do not sell Govee products and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Govee.