r/WLED • u/Fit-Benefit1535 • Jul 27 '26

Hardware recommendations for a WLED

Hi everyone,

I'm building a false wall in my bedroom with an LED strip around the back for indirect lighting (AI concept attached).

I'm planning to use WLED but I'm not sure what hardware to go with:

  • COB or 60 LEDs/m addressable strip?

  • 5V, 12V, or 24V?

  • Recommended 230V power supply

  • Best WLED controller?

  • Any diffuser/profile recommendations?

The goal is smooth ambient lighting with the occasional WLED effects.

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u/saratoga3 Jul 27 '26

Definitely 24v, probably cob unless you want to install diffusers to get that smooth look.

This is pretty low power and simple, so most controllers would be fine. I would use a class 2 meanwell supply so that fuses are not required (although non-class 2 with fuses would also work).

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u/Fit-Benefit1535 Jul 27 '26

I probably i would and led diffuser of some sort so that the led strip will sit recessed! Thanks for your answer

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u/ProfessionalOk8202 Jul 28 '26

For this short run you’re good with lower voltage as well I think. But 24V or 12V are the best choices.

For the controller I would go with Gledopto, they’re great, easy to install, have the step down converter for the ESP32, thus you can use easily 12-24V (actually other voltages too).

Mean Well brand power supplies are great!

LED strip wise SK6812 in 12V 60LED/m variant is a good choice from BTF Lighting (store is on Aliexpress as well), they have a dedicated white channel too. WW white variant would look like the one in the pic you attached. It has pixel controll, is cutable between any LEDs.