Quick answer: For under kitchen cabinets, a COB LED strip such as Polar X is the best all-round choice: it gives a continuous line of light with no visible LED dots and can be cut to any length. Fit it in an aluminium profile for a neat finish. Choose natural white (4000K) for a clear worktop light, or warm white (3000K) for a softer, traditional look.
The right LED strip depends on where it goes in the kitchen. This guide picks the best Sensio strip for each place, explains the light colours, and shows how to size the driver.
The best LED strip for each part of the kitchen
| Where | Best choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Under wall cabinets | Polar X, or Polar X Pro for adjustable white | Free cut, no visible dots, runs up to 25m at 24V without fading |
| Handleless kitchens and routed channels | Razor X with the Edge profile | Just 2mm wide and edge lit, so it recesses into a narrow saw cut |
| Plinths and kickboards | Viva 3 or Sigma 2 | Viva 3 is rated IP54 against sprays; Sigma 2 bends around 90 degree corners |
| Inside cupboards, larders and wardrobes | Primo 2 or Radiant X | Economical, and the whole reel can be used |
| Corner pantry units | Corner Pantry Pack | A ready-made kit for corner larder units |
| Colour changing feature lighting | Polar RGBCCT | Full colour plus adjustable white in one COB strip |
See every strip in our kitchen LED strip lights range, or all LED strip lights.
Under cabinet LED strip: what to look for
- No visible dots. A worktop reflects every LED dot. COB strips such as Polar X give one smooth line of light, even without a cover.
- Cut to fit. Wall units come in different widths. Free-cut strip can be cut at any point so the light runs right to the end. See can you cut LED strip lights?
- 24V for long runs. Sensio strips run at 24V, which allows long runs without the light fading at the far end.
- A profile for a neat finish. An aluminium profile hides the strip and protects it. Fino mounts on the surface and Linia fits flush. See all LED strip profiles.
Strip or spotlights under kitchen cabinets?
Choose LED strip for even light along the whole worktop with fewer shadows, or where cabinets are different lengths, as strip can be cut to size. Choose spotlights for a classic look with defined pools of light. See our under cabinet lighting range for both.
Which colour LED strip is best for a kitchen?
Natural white (4000K) is a popular choice for worktops because it is clear without feeling cold. Warm white (3000K) suits traditional and wooden kitchens. If you cannot decide, dual white strips such as Polar X Duo let you choose natural or warm white on site, and CCT strips such as Polar X Pro adjust from warm to cool. See our colour temperature chart.
What size driver do kitchen strip lights need?
Multiply the strip's watts per metre by the length, then choose a driver rated above the total. For example, 4m of Polar X at 6 W/m is 24W, so it needs a 30W driver. Our guide what size LED driver do I need? has a calculator.
Watch: installing an LED strip profile
For more placement ideas, see where to place LED strips in a kitchen.
More videos: watch the LED strip lighting video playlist on YouTube, or see all our video guides.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best LED strip lights for under kitchen cabinets?
A COB strip such as Polar X, fitted in an aluminium profile. It gives a continuous line of light with no visible LED dots, can be cut to any length and runs up to 25m without fading.
Do kitchen LED strip lights need a profile?
Not always. COB strips such as Polar X look smooth without a cover. A profile protects the strip and gives a neater finish, and our Universal profiles work with any Sensio flexible strip.
Can I fit LED strip lights under kitchen cabinets myself?
The 24V strip plugs into the driver with its connection cable, so fitting the strip is simple. Any work on mains wiring, including connecting the driver to the mains, should be done by a qualified electrician.
Can kitchen LED strip lights be dimmed?
Yes, with a Sensio receiver or smart driver. See lighting sensors and control and our 24V LED drivers.
Which LED strip is best for kitchen plinths?
Viva 3 is designed for plinths and is rated IP54 against dust and sprays. Sigma 2 bends around corners without corner cables. See all plinth and kickboard lighting.
Still not sure? Contact our technical team with your kitchen layout and they will recommend a strip.
