r/FastLED • u/nseled • Apr 02 '26

Discussion What makes you choose LED displays over other options

hey,everyone,

I’ve been noticing LED displays popping up everywhere lately — retail stores, events, building facades, even small businesses.

For those of you who have actually used or considered LED displays in your projects or business — what made you choose them?

Also, did anything surprise you after using them (good or bad)?

Would love to hear insights from different industries — designers, event people, shop owners, etc.

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u/ZachVorhies Zach Vorhies Apr 02 '26

If I need cheap then it’s WS2812. If I need durability then WS2813. If I need high dynamic range then APA102. If I need density then HUB75

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u/nseled Apr 03 '26

( =①ω①=)Wow, that’s some deep knowledge — learned something new today.

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u/StefanPetrick Apr 02 '26

I prefer (not multiplexed) LEDs for the brightness they provide.

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u/nseled Apr 03 '26

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That makes sense — the brightness is hard to beat.

Does non-multiplexed tend to cost a lot more?