Melofo RGB Under Monitor Light Bar with RGBIC, Bluetooth App control and remote
Product description
The essentials
If you’re after a simple way to make a PC desk feel more “alive”, this Melofo RGB under monitor light bar is designed to add ambient colour behind your screen. The pitch here is immersive lighting: multiple colours at once (RGBIC) plus a long list of animated options, so you’re not stuck with a single colour mood.
It’s also built for day-to-day convenience. You get both an app (via Bluetooth) and a remote, and the bar is powered through a USB connection, so it can run from a spare port on a PC, laptop, power bank or adapter. The install approach is fairly low fuss too, using double-sided adhesive tape.
Still, it’s worth keeping expectations realistic. This is an accessory light bar for ambience rather than a piece of “professional” lighting gear, and the viewing impact depends a lot on where you stick it and how dark your workspace is.
What you’ll notice day to day
In use, the main difference is the range of lighting behaviours. On paper you’re getting 7 static colour modes alongside 300+ dynamics, including effects like colour jumps, fades and a rainbow-style “dream” effect. Because it’s RGBIC, it can show more than one colour at the same time, which tends to look more interesting than single-zone strips.
There are also 10 brightness levels and 10 speed levels for the dynamic animations. That’s genuinely practical: you can dial things down during work, then speed things up when you want a more energetic feel for gaming or an evening movie. One small limitation to consider is that “at speed” can be distracting if you prefer calm visuals—so having the controls to slow it down matters.
A good micro-scenario: imagine gaming in the evening with your monitor brightness set for comfort, then setting a faster dynamic mode to match the action. When you switch to reading or admin tasks, you can drop brightness and slow the animation so the lights don’t fight your eyes.
Controls that make it easy to live with
This bar supports multiple control methods: a base switch, a remote, and a Bluetooth app. The remote is described as having control up to 26.3ft away, which is useful if you’re sat back from your setup.
The app is where you’ll likely spend most of your time if you like custom atmospheres. The instructions say you download an “LED LAMP” app and then adjust dream colour modes via Bluetooth. If you don’t want to fiddle, the remote and base switch can still take care of everyday switching.
There’s also a memory function, so when you turn it back on it should keep the brightness and lighting mode you last used—no resetting every time. That kind of “set it and forget it” convenience is a big part of why these desk light bars are worth considering.
Tech summary
Tech specs
- Modes: 7 static colour modes and 300+ dynamic modes
- Brightness control: 10 levels
- Speed control: 10 levels for dynamic effects
- Control options: base switch, Bluetooth app (“LED LAMP”), and remote control
- Remote range: up to 26.3ft
- Power: 5V USB
- Installation: adhesive double-sided tape included
- Memory: remembers final brightness and lighting mode
Where it shines, and where it might not
This Melofo light bar makes the most sense if you want ambient gaming/TV desk lighting that’s adjustable, colourful, and quick to control. The combination of brightness + speed control, plus a big library of effects, suits people who want variety without needing complicated setups.
It may not be the best match if you’re looking for strong, room-filling illumination—USB-powered light bars like this are mainly about visual mood rather than lighting an entire space. Also, the adhesive tape approach is convenient, but you’ll want to think carefully about placement first, because removing and reapplying later can be hit-and-miss depending on the surface.
It’s also more of a “fun ambience” purchase than a precision lighting upgrade. If your goal is colour accuracy or a high-end display-style lighting experience, it could feel a bit more middle-of-the-road.
Should you buy it?
A solid pick if you want easy RGB desk ambience under a monitor or behind a TV, with plenty of animated effects (including RGBIC multi-colour) and control options that don’t require constant fiddling. It suits gamers, movie-watchers, and anyone who likes a custom mood at the desk—especially if you want to dim it for work and speed it up for play.
You may want to skip it if you need bright, functional lighting for a whole room, or if you’re worried about adhesive installation and removing it later without fuss. It might not be a great match if you dislike dynamic effects and prefer a very minimal, single-colour setup.
Mini FAQ
What does RGBIC add compared with a basic RGB strip?
RGBIC is intended to let the light bar display multiple colours at the same time, which generally makes the visual effect feel richer than simple single-colour-zone strips.
Can I control the light bar without using the app?
Yes. The product description mentions a base switch and a remote, alongside the Bluetooth app for more mode adjustments.
How is it powered?
It’s described as USB powered using a 5V USB port, designed for use with devices like a PC, laptop, power bank or compatible adapters.
Is it easy to install?
Installation is described as non-trace and easy, using acrylic strong adhesive double-sided tapes. It’s designed to stick onto suitable surfaces, including under a PC screen or behind a TV.
Will it keep my last lighting settings?
There is a memory function described, intended to remember your final brightness and lighting mode so you don’t have to reset it each time.