Does it need wiring or an outlet?

No. It charges from sunlight and runs on its own, so you just stake it where it gets sun.

How long does it stay lit at night?

It runs from dusk to dawn on a full charge. In shade or on cloudy days it may dim or shut off early.

Can I change the light color?

Yes. The Color Holding LED lets you pick red, green, blue or white.

Is it bright enough to light a walkway?

It gives soft path-level light, not floodlighting. For a bright, even path, space several units along the edge.

How many lights come in a pack?

One light per pack, so count your path length before ordering.

Does it work in cold weather?

It is built for outdoor use, but shorter winter days mean less charging and shorter nightly runtime.

Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light

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$5.98at WalmartChecked Nov 10

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Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light

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Last seen at $5.98 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light

The Mainstays Classic Flare is a single solar pathway light in black with a flared, lantern-style top. Its Color Holding LED switches between red, green, blue and white, so one fixture can set a warm white walkway or a colored accent. It charges in direct sun and turns on at dusk and off at dawn with no wiring. It suits renters and homeowners who want a no-install path light and don't need app control or motion sensing. Against app-driven smart lights it is simpler and cheaper to own, but it is one light per pack, so lining a long walk takes several.

Best forMarking a walkway or garden path without wiringAdding colored accent light to beds and patiosRenters who can't run outdoor cableBuyers who want a simple dusk-to-dawn light

Pros

No wiring: charges in sunlight and runs itself
Four light colors: red, green, blue and white
Turns on at dusk and off at dawn automatically
Classic flared lantern look in black
Single-unit pack lets you buy only what you need

Cons

One light per pack, so a long path needs several
Output depends on how much direct sun it gets
No app, timer or motion control
Colored modes are accent lighting, not bright white

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What reviewers say

4.4 / 5151 ratings

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 151 ratings, buyers mostly like the look and the automatic dusk-to-dawn operation. Complaints center on brightness and how well it charges in shade.

What people mention

SetupPraisedBuyers say it goes together and into the ground quickly with no wiring.
Dusk-to-dawnPraisedOwners like that it switches on at dusk and off at dawn without being touched.
BrightnessCriticisedSeveral say the light is dimmer than expected for path lighting.
ChargingCriticisedShaded spots leave it undercharged and short on runtime.
Color modesMixedThe red, green and blue settings are fun accents, but white is the only practical light.
BuildMixedIt looks good in the yard, though some find the plastic light for the money.

About the Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light

The Mainstays Classic Flare is a solar pathway and landscape light for walkways, gardens, driveways, and patios. It needs no wiring.

Its Color Holding LED can be set to red, green, blue, or white light. This lets you choose the look you want for the space.

After charging in direct sunlight, the light turns on at dusk and off at dawn.

Color: Black
Count: 1 per pack
Power: Solar, no wiring needed
Light colors: Red, green, blue, or white
Operation: Turns on at dusk and off at dawn
Charging: Direct sunlight
Use areas: Walkways, gardens, driveways, patios

Specifications

count_per_pack: 1Source
color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Does it need wiring or an outlet?: No. It charges from sunlight and runs on its own, so you just stake it where it gets sun.
How long does it stay lit at night?: It runs from dusk to dawn on a full charge. In shade or on cloudy days it may dim or shut off early.
Can I change the light color?: Yes. The Color Holding LED lets you pick red, green, blue or white.
Is it bright enough to light a walkway?: It gives soft path-level light, not floodlighting. For a bright, even path, space several units along the edge.
How many lights come in a pack?: One light per pack, so count your path length before ordering.
Does it work in cold weather?: It is built for outdoor use, but shorter winter days mean less charging and shorter nightly runtime.
Where is the Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light cheapest?: At Walmart, for $5.98, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Mainstays Classic Flare Solar Pathway and Landscape Light?: Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 151 ratings.