12 best solar-powered garden lights

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Until recently, solar panels were an innovative and very expensive source of energy. Today many manufacturers even fit small panels into garden lights. During the day, energy is stored in the battery, and at night this current powers the light bulbs. There is a wide range of solar-powered garden lamps on the domestic market. Recommendations of our experts will help you choose the best lighting option.

Selection recommendations

Varieties. Street lights come in several types.

1. Wall lamps are designed for permanent fixing. They effectively illuminate a beautiful house or entrance. The disadvantage of such models is the need to install only on the sunny side of the building.
2. Park lights are large in size. Most often, such models are made of stainless steel, and the design is characterized by a high degree of tightness. Park lamps can work for several days even in cloudy weather.
3. Lawn appliances are made compact and affordable. The role of bulbs is played by LEDs, they consume a minimum of electricity. These lamps are suitable for decorating lawns, gardens and paths.

Design. The stores offer lamps in different shapes and styles. The choice of device design most often depends on the exterior of the house and the landscape of the personal plot.

1. Ball-shaped models are best suited for lighting a courtyard or entrance.
2. Cone-shaped or rectangular structures beautifully highlight the facades of houses or gazebos.
3. Cylindrical lamps look harmoniously on manicured lawns, they effectively highlight the pedestrian paths or the entrance to the garage.

Degree of protection. One of the important indicators of a street lamp is the degree of dust and moisture protection. It has a special designation, the higher the number after the Latin letters IP, the better the product tightness. The maximum level of protection is observed in models with IP 44 and above.

Motion Sensor. In order for the garden lamp to work not all night, but only when necessary, manufacturers equip their products with motion sensors. They turn on the flashlight only when there is a certain distance between the sensor and the moving object, for example, less than 10 m. This option is good in cases where lighting is needed to pass along the garden path. At the same time, electricity is consumed economically.

Additional battery. There is not always enough energy from solar panels to glow a light bulb throughout the night. In this case, additional power sources (batteries, accumulators) are installed, from which the bulbs are powered in case of a lack of “green energy”.

We have selected 12 of the best solar-powered garden lights for our review. All of them are sold in domestic stores. When allocating seats, the editorial board of the magazine relied on the opinion of the expert community, taking into account the reviews of Russian consumers.

Rating of the best solar-powered garden lights

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Solar Powered Garden Lights	1	Paulmann Cube LED Color 93834	RUB 11,363
	2	Solar Boden Pandora 93776	RUB 10 882
	3	Paulmann Ufo 93764	RUB 3,057
	4	Globo Lighting Solar 3376	1 420 RUB
	5	Paulmann Solar Cube / Box LED 93774	RUB 4,327
	6	Globo Lighting Solar 33271	RUB 1,621
	7	Novotech Solar 357201	630 RUB
	8	Globo Lighting Solar 33839	1 220 rub.
	9	Wonderful garden Lamp Irises white 695	RUB 1,307
Best Solar Powered Ground Garden Lights	1	Novotech Solar 357413	RUB 12 680
	2	Globo Lighting Solar 33961-4	RUB 2 184
	3	Novotech Fuoco 357991	RUB 2,780

Best Solar Powered Garden Lights

Among household garden lamps, the dominant positions are occupied by ground models. They are distinguished by their low price, ease of installation and ease of use. The experts liked the following models.

Paulmann Cube LED Color 93834

Rating: 5.0

The Paulmann Cube LED Color 93834 lamp can find a wide range of applications. The German lighting fixture won the gold in our review for its high quality and reliability. The device is made in high-tech style, the rectangular frame is made of stainless steel. Transparent polycarbonate is used for the lampshade. The experts praised the strength of the luminaire, with a maximum load of 500 kg. With a power consumption of 0.6 W, the LED provides a luminous flux of 7.5 lm with a color temperature of 2700 K. The device comes with a battery and three green, red and blue covers. The device should be assigned the degree of dust protection IP67.

Domestic consumers praise the lamp for its high-quality assembly, reliability and durability. Of the minuses, they note the high price.

Advantages

• German assembly;
• quality materials;
• strength;
• good luminous flux.

disadvantages

• high price.

Solar Boden Pandora 93776

Rating: 4.9

Another lamp by the German company Paulmann hits the prize podium. The Solar Boden Pandora 93776 has a round shape with a mounting depth of 50 mm. The device can withstand a high load (up to 1000 kg), it is reliably protected from moisture and dust (IP67). The strength of the product is ensured by a steel case, the shade is made of white polycarbonate. The LED lamp with a power of 0.36 W provides a luminous flux of 9.8 lm with a color temperature of 2700 K. The Solar Boden Pandora lamp is inferior to the winner in overall dimensions.

Russian home and cottage owners praise the lighting fixture for its high quality, excellent luminous flux and durability. The disadvantages of this model are the high price and large dimensions for the built-in lamp.

Advantages

• high-quality assembly;
• solid materials;
• bright luminous flux;
• strength.

disadvantages

• high price;
• large overall dimensions.

Paulmann Ufo 93764

Rating: 4.8

The German lamp Paulmann Ufo 93764 closes the top three in our review. This model looks more attractive than the leaders in terms of cost. The manufacturer has completed its product with a long stand (55 cm), thanks to which you can install the lighting fixture anywhere in the yard or garden. The role of the body is played by a round metal frame, the shade is made of glass. The LED lamp consumes only 0.2 W, the color temperature is 3000 K. The lamp loses somewhat to its gather in the degree of dust and moisture protection (IP44). However, the warranty period is the same (5 years).

Homeowners praised the ease of use, mobility, stylish looks and reliability of the luminaire. They consider the limited luminescence time (3-5 hours) to be their weak side.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• mobility;
• low power consumption;
• long warranty period.

disadvantages

• limited glow time.

Globo Lighting Solar 3376

Rating: 4.7

Globo Lighting Solar 3376 has a beautiful spherical shape. The role of the base in the device is played by a plastic frame, and a spherical shade is made of plastic. The height of the rack, which is recessed into the ground, is 62 cm. The experts liked the combination of chrome and white colors. The plafond contains 4 LED bulbs with a power of 0.06 W each. Lighting devices are powered by a solar battery with a voltage of 3.2 V. The degree of dust and moisture protection meets the requirements of IP44. The model stops one step away from the top three.

Russian users like the beautiful glow, low power consumption, affordable price. Among the shortcomings, the complexity of replacing bulbs, the fragility of the lamp is noted.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• easy installation;
• low power consumption;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• difficult to change light bulbs;
• fragility.

Paulmann Solar Cube / Box LED 93774

Rating: 4.6

The German built-in lamp Paulmann Solar Cube / Box LED 93774 combines an affordable price and modern style. The experts appreciated the high degree of dust and moisture protection (IP67). The body of the device is made of chrome-plated metal, the cover is made of glass. The set includes a 0.24 W LED bulb. It provides a luminous flux of 3.6 lm with a color temperature of 2700 K. The diode device is powered by a solar battery with a voltage of 1.5 V. The lamp's life is 15000 hours. The model ranks fifth in our review.

Homeowners are satisfied with the elegant appearance of the fixture, high-quality assembly, and durability. Among the disadvantages are the cumbersomeness of the built-in structure and complex installation.

Advantages

• modern style;
• affordable price;
• high degree of dust and moisture protection;
• durability.

disadvantages

• bulkiness;
• complex installation.

Globo Lighting Solar 33271

Rating: 4.5

Globo Lighting Solar 33271 has a classic look of an antique street lamp. The model is equipped with a curved stand 68 cm high. The solar battery generates a current with a voltage of 1.2 V, it is enough for a 0.05 W LED bulb. The lighting area is 0.1 sq. m. The transparent rectangular shade is made of plastic, it is based on a metal body. The model is inferior to the leaders of the review in the degree of dust and moisture protection (IP44). But there are several options for the colors of the fittings (bronze, copper, brass, brown, black). The product closes the TOP-6 of our review.

Homeowners liked the Austrian lamp for its reasonable price, antique appearance, simple installation. On the downside, they include a small lighting area.

Advantages

• adequate price;
• romantic design;
• high-quality assembly;
• different color options.

disadvantages

• small lighting area.

Novotech Solar 357201

Rating: 4.4

The Hungarian Novotech Solar 357201 lamp is sold at the most affordable price in the stores of our country. However, not only the low cost attracted the attention of experts. They highly appreciated the versatility of the device. Due to its stylish appearance, the cylindrical product looks harmoniously in the garden alley or near the entrance group. The chrome-plated body is effectively complemented by a white plastic shade. A 0.06 W LED lamp is designed for an area of ​​1 sq. m. The service life of the lighting fixture is 30,000 hours. In addition to solar batteries, the model is equipped with a 200 mAh battery.

Users are satisfied with the affordable price of the lamp, stylish appearance, versatility of use. The disadvantages are the instability of the product.

Advantages

• low price;
• universality of application;
• built-in battery;
• durability.

disadvantages

• instability.

Globo Lighting Solar 33839

Rating: 4.3

A distinctive feature of the Austrian Globo Lighting Solar 33839 luminaire is the presence of a built-in thermometer. The manufacturer has chosen a cone-shaped shade, the body of the product has a metal base, the shade is made of plastic. The device comes with an LED light bulb, the power consumption is only 0.06 W. The luminous flux is 270 lm, the illumination area is limited to 0.1 sq. m. The source of current with a voltage of 3 V is a solar battery. To install the luminaire in the ground, there is a stand with a height of 37.7 cm.

Russian users liked the Austrian lighting device for its affordable price, elegant appearance, and ease of installation. The disadvantages include the instability of the device, the low location of the thermometer.

Advantages

• built-in thermometer;
• affordable price;
• interesting shape;
• simple installation.

disadvantages

• small lighting area;
• instability.

Wonderful garden Lamp Irises white 695

Rating: 4.2

The original lamp Wonderful Garden was invented by Russian developers. In the daytime, it becomes a decoration of the garden, plausibly imitating white irises. In the dark, the device illuminates the backyard. The model has a non-standard shape of the shade, which is made in the form of a flower. 4 diodes are responsible for the backlight, consuming a total of 2.4 watts. The device has a degree of protection against dust and moisture IP44. The manufacturer has provided for a change in the colors of the glow, the set includes a solar battery and a light sensor.

In reviews, users praise the lamp for its beautiful appearance, multi-color overflows, and an affordable price. The low place in the review is explained by the unstable quality, not all bulbs are glowing in a new product.

Advantages

• beautiful appearance;
• multicolor overflows;
• affordable price;
• light sensor.

disadvantages

• not stable quality;
• not all lights are on.

Best Solar Powered Ground Garden Lights

Ground garden lamps look spectacular in the yard. They are used to illuminate paths, entrance groups, garden gazebos. Experts have selected several interesting products.

Novotech Solar 357413

Rating: 4.9

An effective solution for illuminating the garden and park area will be the installation of the Hungarian Novotech Solar 357413 luminaire. The manufacturer has introduced 28 LEDs, which are activated by a motion sensor. It responds to a distance of 10m at a 120 degree detection angle. The working temperature range is -20 … + 40 ° C, the luminous flux power is enough to illuminate the area of ​​5 square meters. m. The degree of protection of the luminaire meets the requirements of IP54, experts note a two-year warranty from the manufacturer. The total power of the device is 2.5 W. The model becomes the winner of our review.

Russian consumers liked the device for its bright glow, the presence of a motion sensor and a touch switch, and reliability. The downside is the high price of the lamp.

Advantages

• bright glow;
• original form;
• Motion Sensor;
• 2-year warranty.

disadvantages

• high price.

Globo Lighting Solar 33961-4

Rating: 4.8

Austrian ground luminaire Globo Lighting Solar 33961-4 wins silver in our review. The model will fit perfectly into the garden and park area of ​​the house, which is decorated in the Art Nouveau style. The height of the device is 70 mm, the diameter is 50 mm, there are special spikes for ease of installation. The set includes 4 lamps and solar panels with a voltage of 3.2 V. The power of one LED lamp is 0.06 W. A transparent plastic shade is mounted in a cylindrical stainless steel body. The approximate lighting area is 1 sq. m.

On thematic forums, the lamp is praised for its affordable price, high-quality materials, and stylish appearance. As for the disadvantages, there is not always enough reserve capacity of the solar battery for glowing throughout the night.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• quality materials;
• large lighting area;
• stylish design.

disadvantages

• small battery capacity.

Novotech Fuoco 357991

Rating: 4.7

The Hungarian Novotech Fuoco 357991 luminaire has a high degree of protection (IP65). The experts liked the combination of black fittings and white plastic shades. The device is equipped with one 1 W LED lamp, the color temperature of the glow reaches 1800 K. The height of the device is 76.3 cm, the case has a diameter of 120 mm. The model is inferior to the leaders in the brightness of lighting, only one lamp and a solar battery are included in the package. The device should include a two-year warranty period.

The Hungarian lamp has earned the most praise in the reviews from users for its original design, affordable price, and high degree of dust and moisture protection. The disadvantage of the product is considered to be a plastic case and a modest luminous flux.

Advantages

• high degree of protection;
• elegant appearance;
• affordable price;
• sustainability.

disadvantages

• plastic case;
• modest luminous flux.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.