I have no problems with soldering. This is for a book shelf in my living room, so I'm trying to make it as elegant as possible, i.e. no loose wiring.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X22LCM1/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_2Wq2EbEAT4MRB
These T connectors would be perfect, but the strips would not be directly connecting to them