Solar lights are an affordable way to add style and curb appeal to your home or business. They are reliable and far more durable than most people expect. You do need to be aware of a few things and pay attention to your installation.
So, what are you waiting for?
My guide to the 10 best solar in ground lights will get your outdoor lighting project underway!
| Name | Category | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Otdair Solar Ground Lights | Best Overall |  |
| Solar Ground Lights，Disk Lights Solar Powered | Budget Pick |  |
| GIGALUMI 8 Pack Solar Ground Lights | Upgrade Pick |  |
1. Otdair Solar Ground Lights
Pros:
- These lights are well made and easy to set up
- The lights are bright and made to withstand the elements
- You have the option of choosing or selecting from a range of colors/varieties
- These lights are affordable as well
- Waterproof (for outdoor use obviously)
- Perfect for lighting up paths, gardens, the sidewalk, beach side walkways, and many more
Cons:
- Once they have been turned on, they tend to stay on all night and all day come rain or shine!
(Warm White)
2. Aogist Solar Ground Lights,8 LED Garden Lights Waterproof Patio Outdoor Light
Pros:
- Waterproof and weatherproof design
- White color for easy decorating
- Easy to maintain
- Simple to install
- Two lighting modes and eight different settings
Cons:
- The solar lights are small
- The solar panel is not user-friendly
3. Solar Ground Lights，Disk Lights Solar Powered
Pros:
- Affordable
- Waterproof
- Waterproof
- Flicker-less
- Bright
- Up to 24 hours light up
- Easy to install
- Long battery life up to 6 years if used 8 hours per day
- Durable LEDs
The 8 LED Solar Disk Lights are affordable, effective, easy to install, water-resistant, and one of the top rated solar panel lights in the market. The main attraction is that it does not have any flickering. The bright white light will make you feel secure and safe.
As the product is solar powered, you don’t have to worry about looking for a plug for wires. It lights automatically at nighttime and automatically shuts off in the morning. The installation process is easy as all you need to do is to move the solar panel to a secure and dry place. It’s waterproof, which means that water will not damage the solar board.
The solar panel does not need to be removed even after a couple of days, and its lithium battery will not easily discharge while the lights are in use. The battery can last for 6 to 8 years, depending on the type of sunlight and the charge of the solar panel.
4. Solar Ground Lights
Pros:
- Lightweight
- Good coverage
- Affordable
Cons:
- Lights are not waterproof
- Lights are not durable especially at the switch
- Lacking in intensity
The SolarGlow outdoor solar ground lights provide an attractive way of lighting your walkway, patio, backyard, steps and more.
What is great about solar lights is that they run on all natural energy and do not require you to do any wiring or any installation from your end. Also with a solar ground light, you do not have to spend money on energy bills or any other related expenses.
These 12 LED lights are equipped with high-quality solar panel that takes in sunlight to charge the battery at daytime. These lights are a perfect choice for holiday lighting, front yard lighting, backyard lighting, patio lighting and much more.
5. GIGALUMI 8 Pack Solar Ground Lights
Pros:
- Each set contains 8pcs of small, lightweight, and durable solar lights
- Low energy consumption
- They are designed with bright LED lights, decent illumination, and batteries that are replaceable
- Great for areas that require low light
- They’re easy to install and only takes about 15 minutes or less
Cons:
- They’re not super effective in providing a bright and intense amount of lights, but do a good job of helping to illuminate areas.
Great for all year round usage
6. Solar Lights Outdoor
Pros:
- Last longer than most solar lights
- Not as expensive as some other brands
- Some varieties are both LED and solar powered
- Easy for solar light beginner
Cons:
- Only lights up for a short period each night
- Discreate enough to need two sets for a covered area
A well made solar powered light is an important part of many lighting systems. These lights are well suited to being placed on the ground, on walls, garden gates, and anywhere else there is sufficient sunlight to charge the batteries.
They can remain working all night and much of the day. The lights will automatically turn on in the dark and then turn off in the daylight. You can place these lights almost anywhere you have ample sunlight. Wall clocks, ground lights, landscape lighting, bird baths, and more are all possibilities.
There are a lot of different types of solar lights that can be used for many different purposes. There are lights that just use plain LED for illumination. There are other lights that have solar lighting technology but are also equipped with flashlights.
7. Leknes Solar Ground Lights，Upgrade Solar Powered Solar Garden Lights Solar Disk Lights Outdoor Waterproof Solar Landscape Lighting Auto on/Off
Pros:
- Fast and easy to install
- Comes in packs of 10
- Provides bright lighting
When you don’t have access to electrical outlets outside or just need extra lighting at night, these lights are made to assist. The lights are large enough to cover a wide space, and most of them have adjustable settings.
8. YUNLIGHTS Solar Ground Lights Outdoor Solar Garden Lights 9LED 4PCS Yard Disk Lights
Pros:
- With the built-in Photoelectric Sensor, the light will automatically turn on at night.
- Many customers were happy with the brightness of this unit, although a few pointed out that they thought it may have just been brighter in the photo.
- There were also a few reviews that mentioned receiving an unrequested additional set of lights in the box. Everyone seems to find this amusing, but it’s always nice to get a little something extra.
- With 4 pieces, you can plug in each one at a different area to make sure you place them in the best possible positions.
- The lights are so cute at night when it’s dark out.
9. Solar Ground Lights
Pros:
- Strong UV to prevent corrosion
- High quality and weather resistant IP65 waterproof rating
- Long lasting night light (Up to 10 hours per charge)
- No electricity bills
- Long lasting and durable
- Great for use in the garden for security lighting after dark
Cons:
- Not energy efficient, says some buyers.
- Some say this bulb is quite large, not something you want to put in a garden where appearance matters.
Best value for money out there.
Has an automatic on/off feature.
Reserves energy when not in use.
10. NAIYO Solar Ground Lights
Pros:
- Well-built and durable
- Affordable
- The lights have almost no perceptible flicker (to the naked eye)
- They are very reliable and can withstand any kind of weather
- Lights can either be placed in a single-file line, or stacked, creating a more dazzling effect
- Brightness levels are user-adjustable
- Motion sensor option: the light sensor can detect when someone is approaching and automatically turns on the light, and off when the motion is no longer detected (this feature can be turned off, if desired)
Cons:
- One must turn the light off completely (switched to off/not automatic) to alter the brightness level or to turn off the motion sensor
- The lights do not illuminate as brightly as solar powered lights sold in stores
The quality of these lights for the price is absolutely amazing. Solar-powered lights are typically very expensive, and tend to be cheaply made. It feels almost too good to be true so I’m pleasantly su