Solar Garden Lights 

There are a few points to consider when buying a solar garden light. They are the size and the power of the solar panel and the battery, the brightness of the LED lighting fixture, if it's a motion sensor function or not, etc.

One significant factor which is mostly overlooked is the Ingress Rating or the degree to which the light is waterproof and weather resistant. This factor is particularly important for garden lights, as they are consistently exposed to the water jets and dust from the garden bed.

As a rule of thumb solar garden lights with IP65 and higher are dust-tight, and have an adequate level of resistance to water jets. Therefore, they are suitable for use in the garden and last longer compared to the exact models with lower IP levels.

It is a vital factor that affects the pricing of solar garden lights. Most solar lights on the supermarket shelves and big box stores have IP55 level of Ingress Rating. As a result, they are cheaper than the high-quality solar lights from reliable brands like SunShare Solar Australia.

Yes, good quality solar lights with an Ingress Rating of IP65 and higher are waterproof and weather resistant. You can leave them outside all year round.

Generally speaking, solar garden lights are expected to last about 3-4 years. It is the time that their batteries are going to last. High-quality solar panels and LED lighting parts will generally last over 15 years. 

Yes, they are absolutely worth the money, especially where there is no electrical wiring in place. For example, outdoor lighting for new buildings, landscape lighting or security lighting in public parks and recreational areas where there is no electrical wiring in place, and much more.

You can light up the dark corners of your garden while you don't pay for expensive trenching and electrical wiring. You can apply as much light as you would like in your outdoor settings while you save on your electricity bill over time with zero running cost of solar lights.

In addition, they are safe for your kids and pets. They don't get hot and don't catch on fire as you'll never use electricity or main plugs to recharge the batteries. The only source you need to run them is solar energy.

To choose a solar garden light that is right for you, first, you need to know the purpose of lighting? in other words, why do you need the lighting in your outdoor or garden?

The solar garden light you will choose for creating ambient is different from the one you need to light up your path through your garden. And from the one, you need to enhance the security around your property.

Then, based on your purpose, you need to check:

• the brightness,
• motion sensor function,
• lighting colour,
• operating time per night,
• if the light is waterproof or not,
• the length of the connecting cables (if applicable)
• and last but not least the supplier and the warranty they offer.

Always make sure to purchase from reliable suppliers who offer a money-back guarantee for a certain period of time, in case the light you purchase is not suitable for your purpose. Also, make sure they offer a warranty for at least 12-month from your purchase.