Tapo TL61-5 Dimmable Multicolour LED Strip Light (5m) with App and Voice Control
Product description
If you want bedroom lighting that can change the mood without turning the whole place into a tech project, the Tapo TL61-5 is built for that. It’s a dimmable, multicolour LED strip designed to be controlled via the Tapo app and also with voice assistants (Alexa and Google Assistant are mentioned).
On paper, it ticks the boxes most people care about: app control, voice control, and “no hub required”, plus the practical bit—cut to length and stick it down with 3M adhesive. Still, it’s worth keeping expectations realistic: you’ll get more from it if you’re setting a vibe (wind-down, evenings, ambient lighting) rather than chasing ultra-bright task lighting.
The essentials
The Tapo TL61-5 is a dimmable multicolour LED strip light for the bedroom. The idea is simple: you can install it where it makes sense (behind a bed headboard, along shelving edges, or for under-cabinet-style ambience), then control brightness and colour through the Tapo app or by voice commands.
The “no hub required” angle matters for many buyers because it removes one extra purchase and one extra step in setup. The strip is described as connecting directly to your home’s secure Wi‑Fi network, so you’re not relying on a separate controller.
Where this kind of strip earns its keep is atmosphere. Dim it down, shift the colours, and you can make nights feel less harsh. The included “wind down at night” positioning is fairly on-the-nose, but it does describe the type of experience these strips are usually bought for.
What you’ll notice in everyday use
Once it’s up and stuck down, the day-to-day benefit is control. Rather than getting up to adjust a lamp, you can handle it through the phone app and—if you prefer hands-free—use voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant.
A practical example: imagine you’re switching off the main lights, then dimming the strip to a calmer shade to help the room feel more relaxed. It’s the sort of small change that can make evenings feel more intentional than flipping one fixed light.
It also gives you flexibility on layout. Because it’s cuttable to the length you want, you’re not forced into a one-size-fits-all installation.
Where it shines (and where it can feel limited)
A big plus is flexibility. You can cut the strip to whatever length you need and attach it to surfaces with the 3M adhesive. That makes it easier to match your setup—think odd corners, shorter runs by a desk, or a neat edge line behind a wardrobe.
The other standout is connection options. You’re not locked into one single method: the product description says you can control it with your smart assistant, with the Tapo app, or “connect directly” without a hub.
That said, it may not suit you if you’re after maximum brightness for tasks like reading in the way a proper desk lamp would. For most people, it’s more about mood lighting and convenience than replacing a high-output light source.
Also consider that, like most Wi‑Fi app-controlled lighting, the experience is dependent on your home network and setup process being straightforward for you. No hub helps, but it doesn’t remove the need for basic Wi‑Fi readiness.
Key specifications
- Type: Dimmable multicolour LED strip light
- Use case: Bedroom lighting
- Length / LED strip: 5m
- Cuttable: Yes
- Adhesive: 3M adhesive
- Voice control: Alexa and Google Assistant
- App control: Tapo App
- Hub required: No hub required (connects to secure Wi‑Fi)
- LED / brightness figure mentioned: 2100 mcd
Getting the most from installation and control
Before you buy, it’s worth planning your run length. Because the strip is described as cuttable, it gives you leeway, but you still want to measure where you’ll place it so you don’t end up with gaps or awkward corners.
It also helps to think about surface type and cleanliness. The description says you attach it with the 3M adhesive, so surfaces generally need to be suitable for sticking and kept free of dust so the bond holds.
For control, decide what you’ll use day-to-day. If you prefer quick changes, app control is likely the main route. If you want effortless adjustments in the evening, voice control is where it feels most “hands-off”.
Buying verdict
It’s a solid pick if you want bedroom ambient lighting with dimming, multicolour effects, and both app and voice control, without buying an extra hub. You’ll also appreciate it if your layout isn’t a perfect straight line—being able to cut it to length and use 3M adhesive makes it easier to fit around real room quirks.
You may want to skip it if you need bright, task-focused lighting, or if you’re uncomfortable relying on Wi‑Fi/app-based control. It’s not positioned as a simple plug-in single-colour light, it’s more of a convenience and atmosphere upgrade.
Quick FAQs
Is it really no hub required?
The product description says “No Hub Required” and describes connecting directly to your home’s secure Wi‑Fi network, so it’s designed to work without additional hub equipment.
Can I control it with my phone?
Yes. The description mentions app control via the Tapo App.
Does it work with Alexa and Google Assistant?
Voice control is mentioned with both Alexa and Google Assistant.
Can I shorten it to fit my room?
It’s described as cuttable to whatever length you want, which is useful when you’re working around beds, shelves, or irregular spaces.
What’s it best for?
Based on the way it’s positioned (wind down at night and mood-setting atmosphere), it’s best thought of as ambient bedroom lighting rather than replacement task lighting.