Conduit:

• Access to the luminaire is required to hardwire – higher probability for warranty returns
• Typical conduit connection is prone to condensation creep into the luminaire
• Higher cost to make junction box connection to luminaire water tight
• Permanent hardwired – not easily moved
• Conduit wired connection electrical installation more expensive

Cord Grip:

• Luminaire quality maintained – no access required to enter the fixture to wire minimizing problems for OEM returns
• Lower cost to make connection to luminaire water tight
• Plug wired connection – easily moved
• Simplifies maintenance or replacement
• Offline cleaning in demanding environments