There are many different types of outdoor patio lights you can use to add lighting to your homes exterior, but do you know the most common kinds that are available for you to purchase? Here’s a short list, with a description of each, so you’ll know what you can find at your local store.
Bestseller No. 1 
Brightech Ambience Pro - Waterproof LED Outdoor String Lights - Hanging, Dimmable 2W Vintage Edison Bulbs - 48 Ft Commercial Grade Patio Lights Create Cafe Ambience In Your Backyard
- ITALIAN BISTRO STYLE LIGHTS TRANSFORM YOUR GAZEBO OR PORCH INTO A RETREAT: Brightech Ambience Pro market lights set the mood so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the evening. The lights are bright enough to BBQ by without a flashlight, but dim enough not to overwhelm. Perfect for entertaining or a romantic dinner!. --- Bulb Spacing: 3 Feet. --- Connections: Up to 40 strands total..---
- DECORATIVE RETRO EDISON FILAMENTS CREATE GREAT AMBIENCE: Use dimmable, pergola canopy lights for your wedding reception, birthday party, or other event. These Edison strings with exposed filaments give off a warm glow reminiscent of old world bistros. Increasingly popular as indoor lighting too, for bedrooms, bars and restaurants. Dimming requires LED-compatible dimmer.
- HEAVY DUTY, COMMERCIAL GRADE WEATHERPROOF STRAND LIGHTS FOR YOUR EXTERIOR: Industrial grade WeatherTite Technology by Brightech makes Ambience Pros durable. These lights are waterproof and have withstood winds blowing at 50 MPH, per reviews! UL listed, and the rubberized, flexible cord is thicker than a traditional rope. Confidently leave these lights on display year round.
- 15 ENERGY SAVING, BALCONY LIGHTS THAT PLUG IN: Festoon your deck with the best LED carnival lights to save you money on your electric bill. They are high efficiency 2 watt LED standard base bulbs. Our LED lights are approved for residential and commercial lighting and they never get hot even after being on for hours. (Please NOTE- Made for use with 110v.)
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED WARRANTY ON OUR YARD / OUTSIDE LIGHTING: We proudly stand behind all of our products 100% and offer a full 3 year warranty. We are committed to making sure you love your purchase, so if for any reason you are not satisfied, please contact us and we will make things right. (Purchases from AmazonWarehouseDeals or any other third party seller do not qualify for our warranty)
Bestseller No. 2 
25Ft G40 Globe String Lights with Clear Bulbs,UL listed Backyard Patio Lights,Hanging Indoor/Outdoor String Lights for Bistro Pergola Deckyard Tents Market Cafe Gazebo Porch Letters Party Decor, Black
- 25 feet long string with 25 clear G40 Bulbs, end to end connectable.
- Light bulbs have candelabra (E12) socket base, UL listed.
- 6" lead with male plug, 12" spacing between bulbs, 6" tail with female connector. Total Length 25 Feet
- Great for Bistro Pergola Deckyard Market Cafe Gazebo Porch Marquee Letters, Weddings, Garden, Tents, Gatherings, Bbq, City Rooftops, Umbrella, Dinner Parties, Birthday Parties
- We offer 1-Year quality guarantee. Please contact the seller directly if you have any quality problems.For Bulbs replacement, please search B00R25V92Y
Bestseller No. 3 
Lemontec String Lights,25FT Vintage Backyard Patio Lights with 25 Clear Globe Bulbs-UL listed for Indoor/Outdoor Use, Globe Wedding Light, Deckyard Tents Market Cafe Porch Party (2 Pack 50 Bulbs 50FT)
- These string lights are made of 25 feet long string used to connect 25 clear G40 Bulbs, which is connectable end to end. 6" lead with male plug, 12" spacing between bulbs, 6" tail with female connector. Each strand has end to end connections, so that you will easily be able to attach up to 3 strands to cover large areas.
- These string lights can be used best for joyful occasions! They prove to be absolutely great for Bistros, Pergolas, Deck yard, Market, Cafes, Gazebo, Porch, Marquee Letters, and for long scale occasions such as Weddings, Tents, Gatherings, Barbeques, City Rooftops, Dinner Parties as well as Birthday Parties and anniversaries. You can use for celebration of festivals as well, including Christmas, Halloween as well as the Indian Festival of Lights, Diwali.
- These light bulb string lights are very easy to use. The lights bulbs have candelabra (E12) socket base, UL listed, which connects up to maximum of 2.5 strands. Even in case of broken or removed bulbs, all of the remaining bulbs will continue to light up and brighten up your life! It can be used for indoors decoration as well as outdoor ones; it is that flexible and easy to use.
- These light are very much practical and reasonable, and doesn't gives off the vibes of overdo and melodramatic. You can use it anywhere, as we already saw that above, and that too, anytime. Just get them out of the closet and place them anywhere you want, and it's done - these lights are that flexible.
- We offer 1-Year quality guarantee. Please contact the seller directly if you have any quality problems.Every single item used in this special string lights is of high and trusted quality. The bulbs used are not that easy to break or fade away and are of wattage of 5W per bulb, with 110V power
SaleBestseller No. 4 
addlon 48 FT Outdoor String Lights Commercial Great Weatherproof Strand Edison Vintage Bulbs 15 Hanging Sockets, UL Listed Heavy-Duty Decorative Café Patio Lights for Bistro Garden
- [WEATHERPROOF & HEAVY-DUTY] This outdoor string lights are UL listed weatherproof commercial. The insulation material can protect the strand from hot winter, sun, wind, rain, snow and damp. Flexible heavy-duty cord withstands the wear of indoor and outdoor use.
- [DIMMER COMPATIBLE TO SET THE RIGHT MOOD] For greater mood lighting flexibility and a soft glow, a dimmer switch【not included】 to create the perfect atmosphere for a birthday party, family reunion, or wedding reception. It adds flair to bistro deck porch patio garden backyard terrace pergola café restaurant malls for wedding BBQ party banquets, also suitable for tree-lighting like Christmas tree.
- [IDEAL OUTDOOR LIGHTING] Each strand contains 15 E26 based hanging sockets, provided with 11W S14 incandescent bulbs . The distance between bulbs is approximately 3.85FT. This Heavy-duty light is bright enough and ideal illumination anywhere.
- [SMART INSTALLATION] Each socket has hanging hook above, makes it easy for hanging with hooks, guide wires, or zip ties. It can connect with another simply use grounded cord plugs into any standard outlets. Link up to 5 strands.
- [SATISFACTION WARRANTY] 3-year warranty ！Your satisfaction is first. If you are not fully satisfied for any reason, please contact us.
SaleBestseller No. 5 
addlon LED Outdoor String Lights 48FT with 2W Dimmable Edison Vintage Plastic Bulbs and Commercial Great Weatherproof Strand - UL Listed Heavy-Duty Decorative LED Café Patio Light, Porch Market Light
- 【WEATHERPROOF & HEAVY-DUTY】: This market lights are designed to withstand the wear and tear of year-round outdoor use. They are UL listed weatherproof commercial. The insulation material can protect the strand from hot winter, sun, wind, rain, snow and damp. The heavy duty light cord is rubbery, flexible, and thicker than a traditional cord so that you can confidently leave these ultra-durable string lights on display year round.
- 【DIMMER COMPATIBLE TO SET THE RIGHT MOOD】:For greater mood lighting flexibility and a soft glow, a dimmer switch to create the perfect atmosphere for a birthday party, family reunion, , or wedding reception. It adds flair to bistro deck porch patio garden backyard terrace pergola café restaurant malls for wedding BBQ party banquets, also suitable for tree-lighting like Christmas tree.
- 【IDEAL OUTDOOR LIGHTING with ITALIAN BISTRO STYLE】Each strand contains E26 based hanging sockets, provided with LED bulbs. The distance between bulbs is approximately 3.11FT
- 【VINTAGE PERGOLA CANOPY LIGHTS SMART INSTALLATION】 Yard / outside lighting can connect with another simply use grounded cord plugs into any standard outlets. Link up to 30 strands.
- 【SATISFACTION WARRANTY】 3-year warranty ！Your satisfaction is first. If you are not fully satisfied for any reason, please contact us.
SaleBestseller No. 6 
Amico 52FT Outdoor String Lights Commercial Grade Weatherproof Yard Lights, 11W Incandescent Bulbs, UL Listed Heavy-Duty Decorative Patio Bistro Market Café Lights
- [UL Certified & Weatherproof ] UL certificated power cord for safety and durability. IP65 rated waterproof to protect the strand from rainy, windy and damp climates in either summer or winter.
- [Wide Applications]Waterproof and high quality strand made it widely used in various situations. Good choice for celebrations, weddings, banquets and restaurants.
- [Connectable Hanging Sockets] Every bulb holder comes with a connectable hanging socket, more options for hanging shapes. Bright incandescent light bulbs with 52 feet heavy-duty flexible rubber strand give you a wider range of cozy glowing in your choice of places.
- [Dimmable Warm Ambience] Extra lighting flexibility with a dimmer switch to bring down the brightness. A soft amber glow gives a more romantic, soothing mood lighting. (Please note: dimmer kit is not included)
- [5-YEAR FULL WARRANTY] Your satisfaction is our priority - a full warranty means we've got you covered anytime you have any issue regarding our product quality or any problem during use. Easy and fast replacement is guaranteed.
SaleBestseller No. 7 
Lemontec Commercial Grade Outdoor String Lights with 15 Hanging Sockets - 48 Ft Black Weatherproof Cord Weatherproof Strand for Patio Garden Porch Backyard Party Deck Yard - S14 Black
- GIVE YOUR SURROUNDING A WHOLE NEW LOOK- Whether it is cafe lightening or holiday lightening our heavy duty outside lights with black casing is the perfect accessory you`ve been missing! This string light features 15 clear 11-watt incandescent light bulb on a 48-foot long industrial strand.
- RUGGEDLY BUILT TO LAST- Our string lights are constructed with durable waterproof materials that won`t wear or tear as you use it continuously all year round.
- EASY TO INSTALL- This string light features 3ft of spacing between each bulb. Just connect up to 8 strands end to end, then custom arranges your lights from the tree or in a chandelier-style cluster.
- MULTI USE WITH DIFFERENT LIGHTENING MODES- Turn your porches, pergolas, patios, gazebos, wedding reception, nighttime celebrations, romantic dinner for two into a whole new world as you switch to dimmer mode.
- ETL listed-compliance to North American safety standards. RISK-FREE PURCHASE- We have absolute faith in this string lights! Some of us even use it ourselves. These lights come with a full 3-year warranty. If anything goes wrong, kindly contact us for a replacement or full refund, no questions asked!
Bestseller No. 8 
Novtech LED Outdoor String Lights 38.5FT 30Bulbs G40 Globe String Lights - Waterproof Patio String Lights Outdoor Decorative String Lights for Backyard Bistro Porch Garden Cafe Party - UL Standard
- Do you like Italian Style Bistro? Let's Change Your Backyard into Italian Bistro with the Patio String Lights - Lighting up a bunch of Novtech outdoor led string lights, enjoy delicious barbecue and beer under warm lamplight with your friends! Hold an Italian amorous party at your own home! Come on and invite your friends! Please note: these bistro lights are not dimmable and can not be linked.
- Safe & Reliable LED Outdoor String Lights - UL listed G40 Globe String Lights, quality and safety are 100% guaranteed. Solid 20AWG wire core inside to prevent the LED string lights from getting overheat after long time usage. Low voltage outdoor garden string lights are safer than high voltage outdoor globe string lights, no worry about security issues.
- Economical Energy Saving LED Porch Lights - 3.3W low power LED string lights can decorate your yard but save you money on your electric bill at the same time. LED light bulbs have a longer lifespan than other osram lamp. Confidently leave these LED patio string lights on display year round! Let the backyard string lights guard your home!
- Perfect Decorative String Lights for Outdoor - IP65 commercial grade waterproof cafe string lights for your exterior decoration(even in heavy rain). Hanging the outdoor vintage patio string lights to decorate your wedding reception birthday party or just enjoy a romantic dinner with your lover. Heavy duty wire can withstand all year round usage but still keep strong.
- 1 Year Warranty - Every LED backyard lights outdoor globe lights from Novtech can enjoy 12 months quality warranty and a lifetime technical support! Please contact us directly if you have any quality problem about the G40 string lights, also you can raise a question at Q&A page for anyone's help. Just message us and we will show you how grateful we are!!! (If you need G40 REPLACEMENT BULBS, please also contact us.)
SaleBestseller No. 9
Brightown 50Foot G40 Globe Outdoor Patio String Lights UL Listed for Indoor / Outdoor Decor, Black
- 50 feet long string with 50 clear G40 Bulbs, end to end connectable.
- Light bulbs have candelabra (E12) socket base.
- 6" lead with male plug, 12" spacing between bulbs, 6" tail with female connector. Total Length 50 Feet
- Commercial Quality & great for indoor / outdoor lighting applications. Great for patios, decks, weddings, garden, tents and parties
- We offer 1-Year quality guarantee. Please contact the seller directly if you have any quality problems.For Bulbs replacement, please search B00R25V92Y.
SaleBestseller No. 10 
2-Pack Dimmable Outdoor String Lights for Patio, Waterproof Hanging Vintage 11W Edison Bulbs, 48Ft Commercial Lights String Perfect for Cafe Bistro Backyard Pergola, Blk(96ft)
- 💗TRANSFORM YOUR GAZEBO OR PORCH INTO A RETREAT IMMEDIATELY - Please note: This is incandescent vintage string lights not LED version, it is ideal for all outdoor applications, best decoration for an outdoor party, anniversaries, weddings, holiday celebrations, create a great warm amber glow (which LED version can't achieve)on your patio, garden, pergola, café, deck, market, the best choice for Professional planners to pick!
- 💗STRONGEST WATERPROOF& COMMERCIAL QUALITY PLUG IN BALCONY LIGHTS - Our strength casing and durable cord are built with Weatherproof technology, illumines your landscape while layers of insulation protected the strand from extreme hot/cold temperatures and rainy, windy, or damp climates, UL-Listed, Confidently leave this light string on display through summers and winters
- 💗ADVANCED DIMMING PROJECT WITH RETRO EDISON FILAMENTS BUBLS - 2 Packs 48ft (96ft in total) DIMMABLE pergola canopy lights compatible with most dimmers by improved technics, with End-to-end connections, feel free to customize any of your arrangements, just ENJOY a warm glow reminiscent of old world bistros
- 💗OPERATE WITHOUT STRESS - Use cup hooks, guide wires, or zip ties with the built-in loops to hang the outdoor lights perfectly. Each 48 foot strand contains 15 hanging 11 Watt S14 bulbs spaced 3 feet apart, connect up to 5 strings to enlighten any event and create a festive flair. Enjoy years of illumination at any venue indoors or outdoors with just a few minutes of installation.
- 💗YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR GOAL - WE stand behind our outside string lights 100% with confidence because it's made of the finest and most DURABLE materials available. If for any reason you are not satisfied, MONEY back or NEW replacement is available within 12 months unlimited warranty!!
- The most popular type of outdoor lights are string lights. String lights are lights that are attached to each other by an electrical wire and are usually six to twelve feet long, depending on the style you buy. The lights are spaced every eight to twelve inches along the wire and at one end there is a plug for you to plug it into an outdoor outlet. They are so popular due to the variety and sizes that are available. From outdoor globe string lights, lantern string lights, to even miniature beer mug lights you’ll be sure to find a type that suits you and your home.
- Flood/spot lights are readily available and easy to use. Basically, you point the light at whatever you want to highlight, plug it in, and you’re done. They are available in many sizes and colors so you can experiment with color effects in your yard. (To change colors you just open up the lights casing with a screwdriver and swap out a different colored light bulb.)
- Using solar patio lights has become very popular recently since solar manufacturers has increased the efficiency of solar lights to the point where they last much longer than previously and are affordable. One of the main benefits of using solar lights is that you don’t need to plan ahead for where your going to plug them in to supply them power at night.
You should now have a good idea of what types of outdoor patio lights will be available at your local store and be able to decide what kind is right for your home.
