Solar Lights

Solar lights buying guide

Pick the right style

Whether you’re looking to give the garden an ambient glow or add year-round security lights, Trade Tested covers all your outdoor lighting needs:

Solar garden lights: Highlight your garden features and light up pathways with our stylish solar path lights and entrance lights. Available in black and stainless steel finishes.

Fairy lights: Create a magical outdoor space with our rope, copper, and fairy lights, perfect for everyday charm or holiday cheer. Lengths up to 75m in warm white and 30m in multicolour.

Festoon lights: Add elegance and brightness to your backyard, event, or wedding with our festoon lights, designed for standout style and durability. Lengths from 5m to 15m in white, red, and multicoloured, with replacement bulbs for purchase.

Solar security lights: Boost outdoor safety with our weatherproof, motion-activated solar security lights and solar spotlights. Up to 648 lumens, depending on the model.

Light brightness chart

Type	Lumen range	Usage
Path lighting	5–10 lm	Lighting up pathways at night
Ambient lighting	5–90 lm	Adding atmosphere for parties and events
Entrance lighting	80–120 lm	Illuminating entrances and driveways
Spot lighting	80–300 lm	Highlighting particular areas of your yard
Security lighting	80–650 lm	Lighting up the area when motion is detected

Colour & decor options

Select from ground-staked or wall-mounted solar lights in various shapes and styles. Most of our solar lights come in black or stainless steel finishes, blending in well with modern backyard design trends.

Security and garden lights typically feature cool-white (>4500 K) lighting, while festoon and fairy lights lean towards warm-white (<3500 K) for ambience. Our multicoloured lights are perfect for bringing life to a party, and you can even set some to flash on and off depending on the mood you want to create.

Solar outdoor lighting installation and care

Mounting: Hold up lightweight fence lights with nails or temporary adhesive hooks.

Charge time: Varies depending on product; from 6–15 hours for a full charge.

Battery swap: Most solar lights feature replaceable batteries; see product description for specifications.

Cleaning: Wipe the panels quarterly with a damp microfibre cloth.

Customer testimonials

“These lights are awesome! We have them dotted around our large garden. They are very bright at night, and they last until dawn! We thoroughly recommend them!”

“Easy to set up. Looks good during the day and works a real treat during the late evenings - wife happy!”

“Very easy to set up and long enough for our deck. It definitely added colours and life in the night, and made our holiday more cheerful.”

Frequently asked questions

How long do solar lights last in winter?

In winter, solar lights typically run for 4–6 hours, depending on sunlight exposure, though performance may vary with shorter days and cloud cover.

Can I replace the batteries?

Yes, you can replace the battery for most Trade Tested solar lights. Check the product description for exact specifications.

Do the lights stay on all night?

Most solar lights can stay on for 8–10 hours if fully charged, but the duration may shorten if there is little sunlight. See product description for exact battery capacity and charge time.

How many years do solar lights last?

Solar lights generally last 2–5 years. Replacing the battery can help extend the lifespan. All Trade Tested lights include a minimum 1-year warranty.

Why do solar lights stop working?

Common reasons include dead batteries, dirty solar panels, faulty sensors, or insufficient sunlight for charging.

Are solar lights worth buying?

Yes, solar lights are a cost-effective, eco-friendly lighting solution that requires minimal maintenance and no wiring.

Which are the best solar lights to buy?

Look for solar lights with weatherproof designs, replaceable batteries, and positive customer reviews for the best performance and longevity.

Why buy solar-powered LED lights from Trade Tested

From solar fence lights and lanterns to solar pathway lights and security lighting, you’ll find it all at Trade Tested. Easily sort our solar LED light range by popularity, price, reviews, or new arrivals. Find solar lights in a wide range of styles, colours, and brightness levels.

Enjoy fast nationwide delivery or convenient pickup from our Auckland store. Every product includes a minimum 12-month warranty. With a 4.7★ average rating from over 1900 Kiwi customers and prompt support six days a week, Trade Tested is your best store for garden solar lights. Shop online today!