Outdoor Lighting Ratings
Shopping for outdoor solar lights? Consumer Reports experts take outdoor living products like solar lighting through their paces to help you curate a functional and comfortable living space in your backyard, patio, or deck.
View our ratings and reviews to find the best outdoor lighting.
Solar Outdoor Lights (27)
Our ratings of solar outdoor lighting include both string and deck lights. Overall scores include performance test results for various weather conditions, battery life, and strength of light intensity.
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