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No wiring, no electricity costs, no environmental impact — why not jump on the solar bandwagon? Energy efficient lighting is all the rage these days, and what better place to start than your yard? See our solar landscape lighting reviews for our top picks and ideas on how to bring your yard to life at night.
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Best Solar Lights
We based our picks on several factors, including performance, brightness, ease of installation, pricing and more. Keep in mind; these are solar lights and require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight to achieve optimal performance for both brightness and duration of illumination. So don’t be disappointed when you have limited lighting the night after a cloudy day.
Best Solar Yard Lights
Here are our picks for the best solar lights to illuminate your pathways, driveway and similar areas.
SolarGlow Garden Lights Review
SolarGlow’s ground lights put off a downward cool white light that’s ideal for pathways and driveways. A majority of customers say they’re much sturdier than plastic lights, and they produce an average of 6-8 hours of light. These weather-resistant lights go on and off automatically, and they have an off switch if you want to save the battery life.
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- $19.99 ($3.33 / Count) for a 6-pack
- Rechargeable batteries included
- Available in stainless steel or black metal
Enchanted Spaces Solar Path Lights Review
The Enchanted Spaces solar powered yard lights will give your pathways a solid 6-8 hours of light. This weatherproof product puts out a decorative star-shaped pattern of cool white light on the ground, and each light covers approximately a 4-foot radius. They’re not as bright as the SolarGlows, but they appear to charge better in lower sunlight conditions.
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- $49.99 ($8.33 / Count) for 6 pack
- Rechargeable batteries included
- Available in bronze, stainless steel or matte black metal finishes
Best Solar Garden Lights
Want to show off your gardens or add a decorative touch to your landscaping? Here are some top-rated options.
NETCAT Solar Ground Accent Lights Review
These flush, in-ground solar LED garden lights provide an upward display of cool white light that’s an elegant way to illuminate your landscaping, flower beds, and even a pathway or deck. They fully charge in 6-8 hours of direct sunlight (but don’t charge well in low sunlight). These lights also withstand rain and watering exceptionally well.
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- Check Amazon for availability for 8 pack
- Rechargeable batteries included
- Stainless steel only
TomCare Solar Lights Review
These TomCare decorative solar garden lights are a perfect addition to any garden or patio if you’re looking for a tiki torch atmosphere. They’re about 3-feet tall, easily stake into the ground and have a gorgeous dancing flame design that puts off a soft, warm glow. Although not cheap, these solar lights get rave reviews on Amazon with many saying they’re totally worth the money.
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- $64.99 ($16.25 / count) for 4-pack
- Rechargeable batteries included
Smart Solar Lantern Review
Want to make a statement in your yard? With an attractive lantern design and an amber LED pillar candle, this Smart Solar Lantern is sure to do the trick. This lantern isn’t bright enough to light up an area, but it makes an excellent decorative accent or a gift.
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- 2 pack: Check Amazon for availability
- 6.8 x 6.8 x 14.9 inches
Best Solar Deck Lights
Deck lighting is a must for both functional purposes and to create an inviting atmosphere. Our top picks are below.
Greenlighting High-End Solar Post Cap Light Review
If you’re building a deck or fence and thinking ahead about lighting options, these Greenlighting solar deck post lights make an excellent choice. Each light puts off a cool white light of medium brightness — not bright enough to read by but perfect soft lighting for entertaining.
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- Check Amazon for availability each (also available in packs of 2, 6 and 12)
- 2 AA Ni-CD rechargeable batteries and mounting screws included
- Available in black, copper or white finishes
XLUX S55 Solar Powered Lights Review
Looking for solar deck step lights? The XLUX S55 lights are very affordable, easy to install and an attractive addition to your deck. They put off a warm white light that won’t blind you as you walk the stairs. These lights are a great accent to decking, fencing and anywhere you want low ambient lighting.
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- Check Amazon for availability for 2-pack
- Rechargeable batteries and mounting screws included
- 3.5″W x 5’’H x 2’’D
Best Solar Security Lights
What would a fully functional yard be without security lighting? Check out our top two picks for the best solar security lights.
Luposwiten Solar Lights Review
Need motion sensor lights to alert you when you have intruders on your property? These high-quality, wall-mounted solar lights by Liposwiten are as bright as solar lights come and are durable and long-lasting. Each motion sensor-equipped light puts out a wide range of bright light for 30 seconds every time it detects motion.
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- $24.99 ($12.50 / Count) for 2-pack
- Rechargeable batteries, expansion pillar-hinges and mounting screws included
DBF Solar LED Spotlight Review
These DBF solar outdoor spotlights are versatile for security, entryway, garage door, landscaping and other lighting needs. You can stake them in the ground or mount them to a wall and adjust the angle once mounted. They’re also super bright, each giving off 600 lumens of warm white LED light. These are great for uplighting a yard feature or interesting portion of your home.
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- Check Amazon for availability for 2-pack
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How To Install Solar Landscape Lights
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to assemble and install solar pathway lights.
How Else Can I Go Solar?
Going solar is easier than ever, with a variety of products available to consumers. If you’re solar equipping your yard, then why not your house? Check out our solar roof panel reviews to see which companies are your best options to power up your home. We also review the best solar attic fans and even the best small solar panel kits for RVs, boats and campers.
What solar products do you use at home?
