Lantern lights bring a warm, flickering glow to any outdoor space, without the hassle of wiring or extension cords. Our solar lantern lights charge during the day and switch on automatically at dusk thanks to a built-in day/night sensor, giving you warm, portable light for the patio, the garden or the campsite, and a reliable backup whenever the power goes out. Charge them in the sun or by USB, then take the light wherever you need it.
For South African homes, outdoor lantern lights work well hung from a pergola, set along a garden path, or placed on a table for evenings outside. Our Luxury Metal Solar Lantern brings this look to life with a rust-resistant aluminium build and a weatherproof design, suited to both hanging and table use indoors and outdoors. Pair it with the matching wall mount bracket for a permanent fixture, or keep it portable for camping trips and load shedding. Browse the full range to find the lantern light that fits your outdoor space.
Frequently asked questions
What is a solar lantern?
A solar lantern is a portable, battery powered light that charges through its own solar panel during the day and switches on automatically once it gets dark. Unlike a plug-in lamp, it needs no wiring, no plug point and no electrician, so it can sit on a table, hang from a hook, or move wherever you need light that evening. The Luxury Metal Solar Lantern uses a rust-resistant aluminium build and a weatherproof design, so it is made to stay outdoors.
How long do lantern lights last?
That depends on what you mean. The lantern itself, thanks to its rust-resistant aluminium body and 2-year warranty, is built for years of regular outdoor use, not just a single season. On charge, it tops up through the day and switches on automatically at dusk thanks to a built-in day and night sensor, with a USB backup for cloudy days, so you are not left without light overnight.
Are solar lanterns bright enough?
Solar lanterns are not designed to replace a floodlight, they are designed to add a warm, ambient glow to a table, path or patio rather than flood the whole space. The Luxury Metal Solar Lantern uses a single touch control to move between three warm colour temperatures, so you can choose the mood that suits the occasion, from a soft background flicker to a brighter setting for outdoor dining.
Do lantern lights work during load shedding?
Yes. Because they charge from the sun during the day and store that power in their own battery, lantern lights keep working completely independently of the grid. When the power goes out, your solar lantern lights carry on lighting the patio, the table or the path exactly as they would on any other night.
Are solar lanterns worth it?
For most South African homes, yes. A solar lantern removes the need to run an electrician's cable to a garden path or patio, keeps working through outages and load shedding, and the aluminium build and 2-year warranty mean it is designed to last for years rather than one summer.
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