Amazon Boasts the Best Outdoor Lighting—and These Finds Are All Under $50
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Complete your outdoor living space with a few lighting options. Not only will a set of café light up the ambiance, but pathway lights ensure a safe journey for both you and your guests.
Everyone’s favorite online marketplace, Amazon, can be your one-stop shop to light up your outdoor space this summer—all for less than $50. We narrowed down the 10 best outdoor lighting options that’ll keep your summer soirees going long into the night.
Brightown Outdoor String Lights
Over 56,000 Amazon reviewers agree: this set of outdoor string lights is worth adding to your cart. How else will you add the charm of a Parisian patio to your outdoor space? These Edison bulbs are key to an al fresco dining experience, creating a beautiful ambiance while lighting up the night.
The set comes in several lengths, including 25 feet, 50 feet, and 100 feet, so you can find the perfect fit for your space. Plus, they’re made with durable weatherproof technology, so you don’t have to worry about them breaking when a summer storm hits.
TONULAX Solar Garden Lights
These solar swaying lights are going to grab the attention of all your guests once they catch a glimpse. When lit up at night, they resemble a sparkle of fireflies swaying gently on flexible wires. They’re truly enchanting, so place these in your flower beds or intermixed with your shrubs. Best of all, since they’re solar-powered, you won’t be limited to placing them within reach of your outdoor plugs.
LETMY Solar Pathway Lights
Lighting up your walkway is essential, so add this eight-pack of solar pathway lights to your Amazon cart immediately. Simply stake them into the ground along your walkway, driveway, or patio—wherever you could use a little illumination. They have a timeless design you’ll never tire of, and are weather-proof all year long. These lights tie for the most expensive lighting option on this list, just squeezing in under the $50 cut-off, but worth investing in for the safety of your steps.
Homemory Outdoor Waterproof Flameless Candles
Instead, mimic the glow of a real candle with this set of flameless candles. The plastic candles can withstand rain, sunlight, and cold temperatures, and fit most outdoor lanterns. They also come with a six-hour timer, so they’ll automatically turn on and off each night. This way, you won't need to worry about blowing out the candles at the end of the night.
Coroor Garden Solar Ball Lights
To add a soft glow to your garden, consider these sturdy glass bulbs, which come in a set of two. The cracked glass texture adds a romantic feel to your outdoor space both in the daylight and when illuminated at night. They run on solar energy, so with six to eight hours of exposure to sunshine, they’ll stay lit for eight to 10 hours once the sun sets.
MAXvolador Outdoor Wall Lantern
Outdoor wall lanterns don’t need to do serious damage to your budget. They do need to be durable, weather-proof, and rust-proof though. This Amazon option checks all of those boxes—all for just $30. The matte black lantern and its classic trapezoidal shape will complement any style of home. It comes in other finishes too, such as gold and ivory, but you’ll have to pay a little more for those.
Lutec Exterior Security Wall Light
Floodlights aren’t the most aesthetic choice for outdoor lighting, but they’re a must when you’re lighting a large area. This dual-head design can illuminate a driveway or pathway, and will surely make you feel a little safer arriving home after dark. You could also strategically angle them to accentuate areas of your landscaping, like a water feature or to uplight a tree.
OYOCO Patio Umbrella Lights
This umbrella light may be the best $12 you spend all summer. It attaches to your umbrella (or wherever you need some light) with a built-in adjustable clamp, so installation couldn’t be easier and more convenient. With three brightness levels, you can control exactly the kind of illumination you need to enjoy outdoor meals comfortably after sunset.
Phereu Solar Deck Lights
Prevent any future falls by adding a warm, inviting glow to any area of your outdoor space—a pathway, patio, steps, or driveway—with this set of 16 solar deck lights. With six to eight hours of sunlight, they’ll emit the perfect amount of soft light for eight to 10 hours. They’re strong enough to withstand all kinds of harsh weather conditions and are easy to install too. Make sure to get your measuring tape out to ensure you’re spacing them evenly.
Beau Jardin Solar Pathway Lights
Light up the night with this set of pathway lights, available in either a pack of four or eight. Everything about them is easy, including installation. Simply stake them in wherever you need light the most. They’re solar-powered and will automatically turn on at night and off at dawn.
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