Metaku Globe Fairy Lights Battery Operated Waterproof IP67 Outdoor String Lights for Patio Garden and Backyard Pathway 33ft Warm White
Metaku Globe Fairy Lights Battery Operated Waterproof IP67 Outdoor String Lights for Patio Garden and Backyard Pathway 33ft Warm White
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Why you'll love it
- Battery operation eliminates need for nearby outlets, making them usable anywhere including renters' balconies and remote garden spots
- 4.5V low voltage output is far below the 36V human safety threshold, so the string is safe to touch around kids and pets
- IP67 string and IP65 battery case waterproofing lets them survive rain, snow, and immersion for true all-weather outdoor use
- Remote with 8 modes, 10 brightness levels, and a 6h on/18h off timer removes the hassle of daily manual operation
- Larger 17.5mm crystal globes deliver visibly higher brightness and a more decorative look than standard fairy lights
- Seven color and length variants let buyers match the exact size and tone to their space
- Remote allows turning lights on/off and dimming without getting out of bed (useful in a tent)
- Remembers last setting when turned back on — avoids re-cycling through modes like strobe
- Battery-operated (no outlet needed) — praised as a 'game-changer' for placement freedom
- Bulbs are completely clear with glitter inside, unlike competitors' cream/ugly bulbs
- Unravels easily without tangling
- Multiple remotes can be synced so several strands respond to one remote
- Company replaced a failed set after the customer left a review (good customer service)
- Waterproof feature holds up outdoors on a patio
- Lasts a long time on good batteries (not a 'battery suck')
- Works well in PNW winter where solar lights fail to hold charge
Perfect for
- Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Ramadan seasonal decor
- Ambient bedroom lighting with auto on/off timer
- Backyard, patio, and garden path decoration for year-round outdoor use
- Wedding, party, and event backdrop lighting without outlet access
- Camping and outdoor gathering portable lighting
- Wrapped around a bed frame in a bedroom for magical/enchanching atmosphere
- Decorative wrap around a perlite tree
- Lighting for a large family tent (camping) — reading and playing games at night
- Brightening up a dark shower/bath area to make bath time magical, especially for children
- String lights along the deck of a shore house
- Patio lighting as an alternative to colorful Christmas lights for year-round use
- Cozy ambience for events and around a gazebo
- Cafe-style ambient lighting for a defined area
- Hanging from bedroom ceiling for room decoration
Gorgeous Battery Fairy Lights
Technical Parameters
- Length: 10m
- Bulb Size: 1.75cm
- Bulb Quantity: 80
- Bulb Color: Warm White
- Waterproof Grade: IP65 & IP67
- Power Source: 3 AA Batteries
- Level of Brightness: 10
- Lighting Modes: 8
METAKU 33ft Waterproof Globe Fairy Lights with Remote
Outdoor Indoor Use
- 8 Lighting Mode: 1.Combination 2.In wave 3.Sequential 4.Slow Glow 5.Chasing/Flash 6.Slow fade 7.Twinkle/Flash 8.Steady on.
- Warm White Colour: Upgraded LED bulb, 1.75cm in diameter, brighter and more durable, emitting warm white light.
- Safe 3 AA Battery Powered: Output 4.5V voltage with high quality copper wire, do not heat, good conductivity, high efficiency and energy saving.
- Before using the remote, please remove the film from the remote battery.
- Remote range up to 33ft/10Meters, please make sure the remote point directly to the battery case.
Product Features
Waterproof Battery Case
- IP67 waterproof string, can be immersed into water.
- IP65 waterproof battery case, can withstand all weather around the year.
- Two control types, the button on the battery box can control the light as well.
Remote Controlled
- 8 moedes, Combination/Wave /Sequential/Glow/Flash/Fade/Twinkle/Steady on.
- Timer function, lights will get 8 hours on and 16 hours off when press timer button.
- Memory fuction, lights will stay in current mode and brightness when you turn it on again.
UPGRADED CRYSTAL GLOBE
- Larger, each globe has a diameter of 17.5 mm.
- More clear, get higher brightness and more gorgeous lighting effects.
- More efficient, reduced light loss for extended uptime and long lifespan.
Widely Used
Always Safe
Versatile
Holiday Lights
Product Information
【2019 UPGRADED CRYSTAL GLOBE FAIRY LIGHTS】32 feet outdoor string lights With 80 Super Bright LED crystal globes. Each globe has a diameter of 17.5 mm, which is much larger than the others. What is the difference? Means you can get higher brightness and more gorgeous lighting effects. Unlike other black wire fairy light, this battery string lights use transparent tube to wrap string, making it consistent with the crystal ball style, which is not make people feel weird 【8 MODES DIMMABLE FAIRY LIGHTS WITH REMOTE】10 brightness adjustment levels and 8 lighting modes to choose: 1.Combination 2.In wave 3.Sequential 4.Slow Glow 5.Chasing/Flash 6.Slow fade 7.Twinkle/Flash 8.Steady on. Set the warm white lights for 6 hours on and 18 hours off with timer, get the current lighting mode when you set the twinkle lights back to work. Nice idea for home, bedroom, fireplace, dorm, living room 【BATTERY OPERATED LED INDOOR STRING LIGHTS】 Please stop wasting your money on solar string lights and plug-in string lights that do not provide high brightness lighting and safe usage. This Christmas lights powered by 3 AA batteries (not included), output 4.5V low voltage that far lower than the human body safety 36V voltage, absolutely no security risks, free to touch and provides consistently high brightness 【WATERPROOF OUTDOOR LED STRING LIGHTS】IP67 waterproof grade decorative string lights that can be immersed into water, IP65 waterproof grade battery case that can resist the scouring of the rainwater. This led firefly light could withstand all kinds of weather all around the year. Awesome outdoor decorative lights for garden, path, patio, lawn, backyard, landscaping 【LONG LIFESPAN WARM WHITE HANGING LIGHTS】With the protection of the PVC tube, strings will not be broken and oxidized to get longer lifespan. Warm white lighting passes through the crystal globe and get refracted to produce dreamy lighting effect. As the flashing mode changes, the starry string light is just like the shining stars in the sky. Suit for many occasions like Ramadon, Halloween, Christmas, Thanks giving day, etc
Features & Specs Indoor Outdoor Usage Indoor, Outdoor Additional Features Timer Light Source Type LED Power Source Battery Powered Light Color White Color Temperature 3000 Kelvin Controller Type Remote Control Voltage 4.5 Volts Wattage 5 watts Bulb Base GU10 Control Method Remote Water Resistance Level Waterproof Number of Batteries 1 C batteries required. (included) Style Color Warm White Theme Fantasy Occasion Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, Camping Product Style Modern Measurements Number of Light Sources 80 Item Weight 0.85 Pounds Number of Items 1 Item Dimensions 393.7 x 0.69 x 0.69 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I really use these outdoors in the rain and snow without ruining them?
Yes. The LED string is rated IP67, meaning it can handle rain, snow, and even temporary immersion, and the battery case is IP65 rated for weather exposure. Many buyers leave them on a patio, fence, or garden path through full seasons, including wet PNW winters, without issues.
Do I need an outdoor outlet to run these on my patio or in my garden?
No. These are fully battery powered by 3 AA cells, so there is no need for an outdoor outlet, extension cord, or hardwiring. That is what makes them usable on balconies, in remote garden beds, along fence lines, and at outdoor dining areas where power is not available.
Are these safe to leave outside overnight on a deck or in a campsite?
Yes. The string is low voltage at 4.5V output, well below the 36V human safety threshold, so there is no shock risk even if the wire gets wet. The IP65 battery case is sealed against rain and splash, and the built-in 6h on / 18h off timer lets the lights run in the evening and shut off automatically overnight.
Will battery power actually last through a full evening of patio or camping use?
On a fresh set of good-quality AA batteries, the lights will run for the full 6-hour timer window across multiple evenings before the cells need to be swapped. Buyers specifically note that these are not a battery suck compared to other outdoor string lights they have tried.
Can I take these camping and power them in a tent without an outlet?
Yes. Because they run on 3 AA batteries and do not need any plug-in power, they are well suited for tents, campers, RVs, and shore houses. The remote lets you turn them on and off and dim them from inside a sleeping bag, which is very useful for late-night reading or card games.
Will these hold up in a rainy climate like the Pacific Northwest where solar lights fail?
Yes, and that is one of the most common reasons buyers in overcast regions choose these. Solar lights depend on limited sun, but battery powered globe string lights run on the same brightness every night regardless of weather, so they are reliable through PNW winters and gray seasons.
Can I use these for an outdoor wedding reception or garden party without power access?
Yes. Battery operation means you can light up a garden, gazebo, pergola, or backyard reception tent without running extension cords. Many buyers use them along aisle edges, on table centerpieces, and across overhead canopies for a romantic evening look.
How long is the strand I need to light a typical patio or fence line?
For a standard balcony or small patio, 16.4ft is usually enough to frame a railing. For a full patio, deck, or fence run, 26ft or 33ft is more practical. You can also sync multiple strands to one remote to cover a longer fence, pergola, or pathway.
How do these compare to solar-powered outdoor string lights?
Solar string lights depend on daily sun exposure, so they dim or fail in cloudy weather, winter, and shaded patios. These Metaku globe lights run on AA batteries at consistent brightness every night, are IP67 waterproof on the string and IP65 on the case, and include a remote and timer that most solar strands do not offer.
How do these compare to plug-in outdoor string lights for a permanent patio setup?
Plug-in patio lights can run indefinitely but require an outdoor outlet, a GFCI-protected circuit, and often professional installation, which renters cannot do. Battery powered globe lights give you a similar ambient look with no wiring, no outlet, and full freedom to move them when you want a new layout.
What if I want to leave them outside all season on a deck or shore house?
The IP67 string and IP65 battery case are designed for sustained outdoor exposure, including rain, snow, and salt air near a shore house. Many buyers leave them up for months at a time. Just bring the battery case inside during extreme storms or extended absences to maximize battery and seal life.
Can I run more than one strand off the same remote for a long fence or pergola?
Yes. Multiple strands can be synced to a single remote, so one controller can run two, three, or more strands across a long fence line, pergola, or tent. This is a common setup for outdoor dining areas and event backdrops.
Will the remote still work through a tent wall or from inside the house to the patio?
The remote works best with line of sight to the battery case. For a tent, point it toward the case from a short distance. For indoor-to-patio use, you can usually control the lights through a window or screen door, but heavy walls and doors may reduce range.
Are these bright enough to light a dinner table outdoors, or just decorative?
The 17.5mm crystal globes are noticeably brighter than standard fairy lights, and the 10 brightness levels let you push them up for functional dinner lighting or down for pure ambiance. For a typical 4 to 6 person table, one to two strands overhead or down the center usually provides a comfortable glow.
Do I need to buy anything extra to set these up outdoors?
You will need 3 AA batteries, which are not included. For hanging, most buyers use outdoor-safe adhesive hooks, zip ties, or simple nails or screws on a fence. No extra wiring, transformer, or outlet is required.
Can I leave the battery case outside in standing water or a puddle?
The IP65 rating protects the battery case against rain and splash, but it is not designed to be fully submerged in a puddle for long periods. Place the case on a slightly elevated surface, brick, or hook so it is not sitting in standing water for extended time.
How do I set up the globe fairy lights for the first time?
Open the battery case and insert 3 AA batteries, then close the case securely. Slide the power switch on the case to ON, point the included remote at the case, and use the power button to confirm the lights respond. Mount the strand with clear adhesive hooks, clips, or zip ties depending on the surface, and shape it into your desired layout.
How do I activate the 6-hour on / 18-hour off timer?
Press the dedicated timer button on the remote once. The lights will turn on for 6 hours, then automatically power off for 18 hours, and repeat the cycle daily. To change the start time, simply activate the timer at the hour of day you want the cycle to begin, and the memory function will repeat that schedule going forward.
How do I switch between the 8 lighting modes and 10 brightness levels?
Use the mode button on the remote to cycle through Combination, Wave, Sequential, Slow Glow, Chasing, Slow Fade, Twinkle, and Steady On. Use the brightness plus and minus buttons to step through the 10 dimming levels. Your last setting is saved by the memory function and resumes the next time the lights power on.
Are these lights compatible with smart home systems like Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit?
These lights use the included physical remote only and do not connect directly to Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, or other smart home hubs. They are designed for simple, app-free operation, which is a feature for buyers who prefer fewer devices on their Wi-Fi network.
Can I use rechargeable AA batteries in these lights?
Yes. Standard rechargeable AA batteries work in the battery case and are a good option for buyers who use the lights frequently. Rechargeables can be swapped in and out without affecting the memory or timer functions.
What is included in the box, and what do I need to buy separately?
The box includes the LED globe string, the battery case, and the remote control. You will need to purchase 3 AA batteries and any mounting hardware, such as adhesive hooks, clips, or zip ties, separately. Batteries are not included.
Are these string lights safe to leave on for long periods of time?
Yes. The string operates at 4.5V low voltage, well below the 36V human safety threshold, and the LEDs produce very little heat. The 6h on / 18h off timer also limits continuous runtime, which extends battery life and reduces wear on the strand during everyday use.
Will these lights survive rain, snow, or being left outdoors in bad weather?
Yes. The LED string is rated IP67 for water immersion protection, and the battery case is rated IP65 for splash and rain resistance. Many buyers leave the strand outdoors through full seasons, including rain and snow. For maximum lifespan, position the battery case so it is not sitting in standing water.
What is the difference between fairy lights, globe string lights, and patio string lights?
Fairy lights are usually small bulbs on a thin wire, often plug-in or battery powered, and best for indoor decor. Globe string lights use larger round bulbs, like the 17.5mm crystal globes on this Metaku set, for a more decorative, jewelry-like look. Patio string lights are typically larger, plug-in, and meant for permanent outdoor installation. These Metaku globe lights bridge all three categories by combining decorative crystal globes with battery powered portability and IP67 waterproofing.
