If you've ever taken out the trash at night, hosted an evening backyard get-together or ventured into the darker corners of your yard to pick up after Fido, you know a little extra light can go a long way. Good news: brightening things up doesn’t have to mean pricey fixtures or complicated wiring. Aootek Solar Motion Sensor Lights will bring the expansive illumination you need with no hardwiring required, and they're on sale right now at Amazon for just $25 with the on-page coupon.
Amazon
These lights are entirely powered by the sun and shine a beam over a wide area. They're also waterproof and can detect movement up to 26 feet away.
Save $11 with coupon
$25 at AmazonWhy is this a good deal? ????
The existing discount plus an on-page coupon drops the price of these to just $25 — that's a little over $6 per light. It's an incredibly good value, especially when you consider that even the next-lowest-priced solar lights on Amazon are $8 each, and the prices only go up from there.
Why do I need this? ????
These are ideal for spaces where you might need light, but not all the time, like a particularly dark or shadowy side of the house. As for how you use them, well, there are three options. You can set them to: automatically turn on as darkness falls and stay on till sunrise; activate only when they detect motion; or stay on all night but automatically brighten upon detecting motion. (That last one is a great choice for outside steps!)
Their motion detection is pretty sensitive, too, able to pick up movement across a 120-degree angle. It's designed for use outdoors, so you don't have to worry about the lights getting wet or even too hot from sun exposure. After all, to these lights, all that sunlight is kind of like an energy drink.
Adding these lights to your home can give you added security, but they're also great for everyday safety and convenience. To put it another way: No one likes fumbling around for their keys in the dark ... or falling down the front steps.
Excuse the rather Gothic illustration — the point is, no matter how wuthering the heights of your neighborhood, these Aooteks will stand up to all the wind and rain nature can throw at them. (Amazon)
What reviewers say ????
More than 34,000 people have posted five-star reviews for these solar lights. If that's not a testament to their excellence, we don't know what is.
Pros ????
"I installed a bunch of these along my deck to do a better job of illuminating a pathway in my garden, and they work great. It feels so luxurious to be able to walk outside at night and have lights just automatically follow me as I go," said one (green) thumbs-up.
Another homeowner wrote, "These lights are very bright. I installed them in my driveway on the entrance poles and they work great. I used setting 2, which they stay on, and when motion activated they become brighter, way brighter."
"Okay seriously, these lights are amazing," stated a fan. "I felt a moral obligation to leave this review because of how much I appreciate these lights... . They are fast to react and the light it brings is incredibly bright. They have NEVER failed to turn on... . Plus, extra security with that motion sensor."
And if you're worried that your house might not get enough sunlight for these to get a good charge, check out this review: "Absolutely amazing, even on the north side. These work fantastic... . The surface mount screws at the top make installation a breeze."
Cons ????
While shoppers are mainly satisfied, there were a few illuminating insights worth considering.
"Only downside is that the switch to change modes is on the back of the light, so you have to be careful how you hang it," shared one fan.
A final shopper had one more con: "[I] wish it stayed bright longer than 15 seconds in motion sensing on/off mode."
Amazon
Even in cloudy weather, these lights can soak up enough power to provide you with illumination when you need it.
Save $11 with coupon
$25 at AmazonAnd if you're thinking, "Well, those are a great idea but what I really need is a light for when I'm grabbing a midnight snack," we've got you covered.
MCGOR
Under the kitchen cabinet, along the stairs — wherever you need a little bit more light indoors, these 40 LED lights are ready to deliver.
"I bought these on a whim with low expectations, but they are incredible! They make working on my kitchen counters so much more pleasant and make the kitchen look brighter and cozier. They were so easy to install, look fantastic, the motion sensors work great, and popping them off to recharge is simple as can be," said one bright shopper. "I plan to get a few more sets for around the house."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
Looking for more great Amazon tech deals? Check these out:
