18 Best Solar Porch Lights & Their Reviews [Updated 2022]
Solar lighting is a great way to light an outdoor area, without spending more money on electricity. Solar porch lights will also help prevent tripping, if you are having guests over, or if you happen to be more clumsy than the average person.
An added benefit, besides keeping money in your bank account, is that using solar power is a simple way to be environmentally responsible. Plus with all the automatic modes, you can set your lights and forget about it.
These lights can be used just about anywhere. Most of them are water and weather proof. Some ideas for use are front walks, yard paths, decks, garages, and businesses. Some people even use them for pool or hot tub areas.
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This product is great for lighting your front walk, pathways, stairs, small driveways, and dark corners. The wide angle allows the 24 high power LEDs, of one unit, to light 200 square feet. The IP rating is 65.
Side note: In this article IP ratings will be mentioned. Ingress Protection ratings are based on an international standard set for determining how well sealed a product is.
For example, you might be asking yourself: how waterproof is this solar powered unit? Can I put it IN the pool, or should I not?
A quick google search for “IP rating” will bring up several websites that can help you determine if that is a good idea. Or not.
Back to the device: Storage of the collected, and converted, energy, powers the special motion sensing feature. If the motion is sensed at night the light brightens for up to 20 seconds.
It’s waterproof, as well as hot and cold weatherproof. Three modes make it easy for you to customize how you use the light. On all night: ‘medium light mode’. Low light & motion sensing: ‘dim light sensor mode’.
You can also choose to have no light on unless the motion sensor is triggered. Surprising whoever, or whatever, triggered it, with a blinding light.
Pros & Benefits:
- 200 sq feet of lighting
- 24 LEDs
- 3 modes
- Motion sensor
- Water and weather proof (IP65)
2. URPOWER Solar 44 LED, Waterproof, Motion Sensing, Wall Light
The wide solar panel allows for more energy collection than other smaller paneled models. There are three convenient modes that allow for use as needed.
With the ‘medium’ setting, the light stays on all night. The ‘dim light with sensor’ setting keeps the light low all night unless the motion sensor is triggered.
When triggered, the light will be bright for about 15 seconds. It then goes back to the ‘dim’ setting. The third setting is just for the motion sensing feature.
If something, or someone, triggers the light at night, the bright light comes on. Hopefully scaring them away. But for sure blinding them.
This model is also waterproof and helpful for lighting outdoor areas, such as a porch, stairs, driveway, yard or garden. The IP rating is 65.
Pros & Benefits:
- Large solar panel
- 3 settings
- 44 LEDs
- Motion sensor
- Weather proof (IP65)
- 10-12 hour lighting time
3. Teclan Solar Lights, 20 LED, Wireless, Waterproof, Motion Sensor (4-pack)
This 4-pack is great for someone who has more than one spot to light up, or who wants more light in one area from different angles. They are small enough they can be mounted on fence or deck posts.
Each unit has 20 LEDs. The motion sensor detects motion at 120ᵒ, and from a distance of 26 feet. The power is collected, stored, and then used to operate the units for 12 hours, or more.
Waterproofing means they could be used around hot tubs or pools. The motion sensing feature rounds these units out as competition for other models. The IP rating is 64.
They are easy to install.
Pros & Benefits:
- 4-pack
- Motion sensing
- Waterproof (IP64)
- 20 LEDs
- 12 hour lighting time
4. URPOWER 20 LED Outdoor, Motioning Sensing, Wireless, Waterproof Exterior Solar Wall Light
The sleek stainless steel design of these lights make an aesthetically pleasing option for those wanting to switch to solar. They would be good for security in an alley. Or possibly a prison yard.
There are two modes, on and off, which is fantastic, because this model is meant to be installed up high. So install it, turn it on, and let the sun do the rest.
The motion sensing feature has a radius of 3 meters (~9 feet). When the motion sensor activates 20 LEDs light up the area. The lights remain on for approximately 20 seconds.
The power storage allows for 10 hours of lighting. There was no IP rating noted.
Pros & Benefits:
- Aesthetically pleasing appearance
- 20 LEDs
- 2 modes
- stainless steel
- 10 hours of light
5.
The motion sensing feature on these solar lights help prevent tripping, and burglary. The sensor works within 3-5m (~9-15 feet) with a 120ᵒ sensor range.
Once triggered the light stays on for approximately 30 seconds.They are waterproof and ready for all weather conditions.They have an IP rating of 65.
The life of the unit is extended, because the light only turns on when the motions sensor is triggered. Easy to install with just two screws. It is recommended that they be installed 6.5 to 13 feet high.
Turn them on and let the sun do the work.
Pros & Benefits:
- Waterproof (IP65)
- 28 LEDs
- Motion sensing
- 2 pack
- Security
6. Greluna Solar Wall Lights Outdoor, 2 Modes Solar Led Waterproof Lighting for Deck, Fence, Patio,...
The model features a color changing mode that adds some fun to your yard or patio. Choose solid warm amber, or set it to roll through several other colors.
This model is weatherproof, recharges in about 6 hours, and can stay lit for up to 8 hours. Installation can be done quickly with just 2 screws. There was no IP rating noted.
If you are still trying to figure out exactly where you want to put them, or you only want to use them for a short period of time, you can use a sturdy 3M tape on the back to hold them in place.
These would be great for garden parties, kids parties, hot tub, or pool areas.
Pros & Benefits:
- Two settings (white or color)
- Eight hours of lighting
- Weather proof (no IP rating noted)
- 8-pack of lights
- Easy installation
7. DrawGreen solar Motion Sensor Lights, Outdoor, LED Bright Spotlight, 2-Modes, Wireless
These units can detect motion 20-26 feet away, and when triggered the extra bright light will shine a distance of 40-55 feet, for 20 seconds.
To optimize the capturing of solar energy, the panel has the ability to adjust up to 90ᵒ. The light can be rotated 360ᵒ for optimal blinding of guests, intruders, or wild animals.
They are waterproof, and can endure cold (-30ᵒ) and hot (120ᵒ) temperatures. The IP rating is 66. The unit can be partially disassembled, so the light can be carried as a flashlight.
Two settings make for optimal use of the stored energy.
The ‘auto-dim’ setting has dim light shining at night, and if the motion sensor is triggered the bright light comes on for 20 seconds. With the ‘off’ setting there is no light until the motion sensor is triggered.
Pros & Benefits:
- Water and weather proof (IP66)
- 360ᵒ rotation of light
- Solar panel angling ability
- 2 settings
- Modified to be carried as flashlight
- Motion sensor
8.
This is the same brand as the first light reviewed on this list, but this one has more than twice the LEDs, giving it a much brighter light. Motion can be detected at 26 feet away, with a detecting range of 120ᵒ.
The area illuminated is 270ᵒ around the light. This model is also water and weather proof. The solar panel has an IP rating of 65. The light does not have a rating that was noted. There are 3 modes.
The medium light mode comes on at dark and stays on through the night. The Dim Light Sensor mode has dim lighting, unless the motion sensor is triggered.
Once triggered the bright light comes on for about 20 seconds. With the sensor mode, the light is off unless motion is detected.
Pros & Benefits:
- 54 LEDs
- Motion sensor
- 3 modes
- Water and weather proof (IP65)
- 1 pack or 4 pack option
9. Lampat 90 LED Solar Powered Outdoor Security Lights, Waterproof, with Motion Sensor
This motion sensor detects movement at 16 feet away, with a 120ᵒ detection radius. This model boasts 90 LEDs, for very bright light. It emits 200+ lumens of light.
The efficiently converted energy of a fully charged battery provides 6+ hours of light. The solar panel is weather proof, but does not have an IP rating noted. Neither does the light.
Two modes provide just what you need. When in the ‘on’ position continuous light is provided. The ‘auto’ mode turns the light on when the motion sensor is triggered.
The solar panel and light can be mounted in separate locations, for more efficient energy collection. The kit comes with 17’ feet of wire for this purpose. Great for patio, driveway, area outside of a garage or house.
Pros & Benefits:
- 90 LEDs
- 6 plus hours of light
- Motion sensor
- 2 easy modes
- Separate mounting of light and solar panel for optimal energy collection
- Weather proof (no IP rating noted for light or panel)
10. InnoGear 42 LED Solar Light, Outdoor with Wide Lighting Area, Waterproof, Wireless, Motion Sensor (2-pack)
Wireless all-in-one unit has 42 LEDs, which generate 450 lumens of light. The motion sensors can detect movement up to 26 feet away in a 120ᵒ radius. Three modes give this model an advantage.
The ‘medium light’ mode has the same light all the time, even with motion. The ‘dim light’ sensor mode has dim light until the sensor is triggered, then the bright lights come on.
The ‘sensor mode’ does not put out light until the motion sensor is triggered. This light is also water and dust proof with an IP rating of 65.
Pros & Benefits:
- 42 LEDs
- 26 foot motion detection
- 3 modes
- Water & dust proof (IP65)
- Motion sensor
11. URPOWER Solar Lights Outdoor, Rotatable Dual Head, waterproof, wireless, wall light
Dual heads and an adjustable solar panel make this unit unique. Adjust the panel as needed to capture the light. The heads can be angled for whatever area needs the most light.
One setting is all you need with this handy light. The motion sensor can detect movement up to 32 feet away, and in a 120ᵒ radius from the light.
Weather proofing ensures the unit will work in all conditions. The IP rating is 65. Having 56 LEDs gives you peace of mind that your belongings will be better protected.
Pros & Benefits:
- 56 LEDs
- Adjustable panel and lights
- Motion sensor
- Weather proof (IP65)
12. InnoGear Upgraded Solar Lights, landscape or wall mount (pack of 4)
These versatile lights can be used in landscaping, by being stuck in the ground of your yard, or garden, with the included stakes. They can also be attached to a wall, fence, deck, etc., with the enclosed screws.
The light can be adjusted 180° for optimal lighting, and the solar panel can be adjusted up to 90°. The lights turn on automatically at night and turn off in the morning. Easy to use with one setting.
They are waterproof and heat proof, making them excellent options for outdoor use. The IP rating is IP65. The built in battery keeps the 200 lumen output running longer.
Pros & Benefits:
- Adjustable panel and light
- Ground or wall attachment
- Automatic on at night; off in the morning
- Waterproof (IP65)
13. InnoGear Solar Gutter Lights or Wall Sconces with Mounting Pole, motion sensor
These lights can be attached directly to a wall, or they come with an extension pole that helps the light reach just a little bit farther.
The extension pole also helpful if the eave sticks out so far that it doesn’t allow the solar panel to effectively see the sun. Thirty-six super bright LEDs give off over 450 lumens.
Waterproof and heat proof. No IP rating listed. This new and improved solar panel allows for faster charging in an area that gets less sun than would be ideal.
These lights would be great for houses or barns with extensive eaves. There are 4 settings for these lights. The first two mentioned are 1/4 and 1/2 brightness lights are on all the time.
The ‘dim light with motion sensor’ setting means the light turns to full brightness when motion is detected. Lastly, the ‘off with motion sensor light’ setting, the light only comes on when motion is detected.
Pros & Benefits:
- extension poles (included)
- motion sensor
- 36 LEDs
- water and heat proof (no IP rating listed)
- 4 settings
14. BAXIA TECHNOLOGY Solar Outdoor Lights, Wireless, 28 LED Motion Sensor, Waterproof
These lights offer 28 powerful LEDs, which turn on when motion is detected. Motion can be detected from 3-5 meters (9-15 feet) away from the lights, with a 120° radius of detection.
The lights stay on for 30 seconds after motion is sensed. The life of the unit is extended due to the one setting: only at night/dark when motion is detected. The solar panel is waterproof with an IP rating of 65.
The rest of the unit is water resistant and heat resistant. This could be used for a garage, driveway, walkway, front door, or back yard. It could also be used for a garden, to scare away potential vegetable thieves.
Pros & Benefits:
- 28 LEDs
- waterproof IP rating of 65
- only on when motion is detected
- detects movement at 3-5 meters (9-15 feet)
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This unit is the same brand as 1 and 8 in this review. LITOM seems to be a popular, and innovative, brand. This model has 30 LEDs, and an extra wide angle of motion detection.
One of these units can light 215 square feet. LITOM uses the SunPower solar panel, which converts the suns energy into electricity at a rate 25% higher than other panel brands.
The IP rating of this model is 67, making it a great light for areas near water, or that experience heavy rains. When the motion sensor is triggered at night, the light comes on for 30 seconds.
If something, or someone, continues to trigger the light it will stay on longer. The light should last longer as it is only on if there is motion. This light is great for driveways, pathways, yards, gardens or a shop areas.
And according to the pictures, it can also help you identify your house, if you are out with your husband/wife, and baby, and get lost on the way home.
Pros & Benefits:
- 30 LEDs
- IP rating 67
- lights up 215 square feet
- motion sensing
- extra wide motion detecting angle
16. eLEDing Outdoor SolarLED Ultra Bright
If you enjoy the world of space, and your decor needs to go along with that, these are the solar lights for you! This star ship look-alike comes in white, or black. With 56 LEDs, it’s sure to light up your space.
The light turns on each evening at dark, and then off in the morning. During the night the light is on dim, keeping your collectibles safe.
When motion is sensed, the engineer behind this design has given it all they’ve got, and all the lumens fire brightly at warp speed.
This self contained unit has its shields up against all kinds of environmental debris, and a IP rating of 65. Installation is simple. The shaft can adjust the panel, and the light, up to 80°.
Pros & Benefits:
- space age design
- weather proof with IP rating 65
- adjustable light and panel
- dim light all night
- motion sensing
17. CREATIVE DESIGN 46 LED Lights for Outdoor, with Mounting Pole, 4 Modes
The design of the gutter lights is creative. They give the light itself an advantage over other lights that mount flush to the wall. The sun is more easily absorbed and the light shines out farther.
With 46 LEDs this light is already going to shine brightly, but there are 6 LEDs on two sides, which helps the light illuminate even farther.
The installation is simple. The extension poles and the screws are included. Or if you don’t want it extended, you can mount it directly to the wall.
There are 4 modes which include: 1/4 brightness on all night; 1/2 brightness on all night; a dim light on all night, and full brightness if motion sensor is activated; and finally, no light unless the sensor is triggered.
This light has an IP rating of 65. It could be used in areas with heavier rain, extended out from under a barn eave, or over a pool, or hot tub, for night swimming, using the 1/4 or 1/2 brightness setting.
Pros & Benefits:
- motion sensing
- 4 modes
- waterproof, IP rating 65
- 46 LEDs
- easy installation
18. ANKO Solar Powered Motion Sensor Light, 1000 Lumen 182 LEDs Adjustable Head IP44 Waterproof, with Three Control Dials.
This is the most powerfully bright light reviewed, and almost everything is adjustable with this unit. There are 3 heads that hold a total of 182 LEDs, giving off 1000 lumens!
The heads adjust so that they can be focused mostly in one direction, or they can be adjusted to widen out the light in three different directions.
The amount of time the light will be on, once the motion sensor is tripped, can be adjusted from 5 seconds to 3 minutes. The range of the motion sensor can be adjusted.
The maximum range of the sensor is almost 33 feet. You can also adjust how dark it needs to be for the light to come on. The IP rating for waterproofing is only 44.
This is a much lower rating than other models, meaning it would be best used under an eave. Which is actually ok, because it comes with 16.4 feet of cable to connect the light to the solar panel.
Pros & Benefits:
- IP rating of 44
- 182 LEDs
- motion sensing
- adjustable heads
- adjustable time the light is on
Final Thoughts
If you are looking to switch some of your lights to solar power, I hope this list is helpful. There are many options out there. In researching these 18 lights, I’ve learned there are several things that are important questions to keep in mind.
Is it waterproof? What is the IP rating? Is the light adjustable? Is the panel adjustable? Is it easy to install? What are the settings? Is it easy to change the settings? These few questions will help you determine which light is right for you!
With that said, we hope you enjoyed this list of the 18 best solar porch lights with and without motion sensor and their reviews for 2022. See one that’s not on the list and should be? Feel free to write us about it in the comments below!
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