Brightech Ambience Pro LED Outdoor String Lights Review

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Color: Black Lights Included: 12 or 15 Rated Brightness: 1 watt per bulb Estimated battery life: 5-6 hours Weather rating: IP65 Size: 27 or 48 feet long
You need string lights.Whether you wrap them around a tree, hang them on your deck for al fresco dining, or string them on a fence, they will instantly upgrade any outdoor space.Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED Outdoor String Lights are the best solar string lights on the market.The bulbs have a gorgeous warm retro glow, and they’re strung on a thick rubber cord for added durability.Whether it’s heavy rain, or temperatures dropping below freezing, these will persist regardless of your climate.
There are many LED solar string lights on the market, but as you’ll see in our Brightech Ambience Pro LED Outdoor String Lights review, these should be your top picks for everyday use.We tested a 27-foot chain containing 12 LED bulbs and were impressed with the overall performance.They last as long as advertised before needing a recharge and will be used to revamp your backyard at night.

Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED outdoor string lights are available at Amazon in two sizes; 27-foot and 47-foot for $34.99 and $59.99, respectively.The 27-foot model is also available from Walmart for $29.99.They are available in black finish.
Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED outdoor string lights are designed to fit a variety of aesthetics.The lamps themselves have a warm, retro glow, while the black rubber cords they are attached to give them a modern feel.However, because the ropes are thick and dark, they look better than hanging on a wall or tangled in a tree.You will notice the rope.
The bulb itself is made of glass, which I appreciate since many LED bulbs are plastic, but these are wrapped in silicone to make them durable.The lights are well-spaced, but the bulbs are about 20 inches apart, which some might think is too much.Also, keep in mind that if you connect sets, you will have a bigger gap at some point.It’s not a deal breaker for me, and it’s easy to correct with some creative suspension, but there are a few things to watch out for.If the bulb does break, it’s worth noting that replacement bulbs aren’t readily available.

Well, now for the not-so-good part.Installation is labor-intensive, although I’ve found that to be the case with all string lights.Before you start threading or wrapping or installing, figure out where you put your solar panels.You can clip it to fence posts, railings or even awnings, or attach it to the ground.Locating the solar panel will guide you on how to string or wrap the rest of the lights and make the task easier.
Because the string is on heavy-duty rubber cord, it doesn’t bend and twist as easily as some of the other string options we’ve tested, but with patience, it’s doable.Each light also comes with a handy hook that you can place on a peg or guide a wire through to help with hanging.But keep in mind that if you’re connecting two bunches of lights, there will be some wire overlap – keep that in mind when planning how to string them together, especially if you’re picky about how your lights are spaced apart.
Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED outdoor string lights give off a gorgeous retro feel to the lighting.Every time I see them open, I feel like I’m sitting outside a cafe with friends at night, drinking cocktails, and talking about anything.
These lights are bright, but they’re designed for ambience – don’t expect them to light up your yard.However, if you find them too bright for the purpose, you can install a dimmer on them.
The lights turn on reliably at dusk, and they stay on consistently for about six hours in a variety of conditions.This is true rain or shine; these lights can handle torrential rain and freezing temperatures and still function properly.If you want to wait until later in the evening to turn them on, you can turn off the power button when they’re fully charged, such as if you have a party that doesn’t start until later.
Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED Outdoor String Lights hang from a thick rubber black cord, and each light is wrapped in silicone that feels durable from the moment you take them out of the box.They withstood many tests in my month-long evaluation of them.The unit has weathered two severe rainstorms, a tropical storm, spent some time soaking in the shower and four hours in the fridge, and the wear isn’t any worse.No water got into the bulb, it didn’t break, and of course the rope stayed in place as it swayed in the wind.
Even after a cloudy day and rainy night, the lights are always on at dusk.Brightech said the solar panels are expected to last about 2.5 years, and the company does offer a 2-year warranty.
We recommend buying these.While they can get expensive, especially if you need more than one, they are beautiful.Wrap them around your tree for the holidays, string them on a fence or hang them above your alfresco dining table to instantly upgrade your outdoor space.Brightech’s Ambience Pro LED outdoor string lights are built to last and are the best solar string lights on the market.
They’re more expensive, but more reliable, and have a bigger impact on your yard than the AMIR Plus solar string lights we’ve also tested.
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