Whether it’s the patio, the deck, or the pool, an LED umbrella can add nighttime lighting charged by sunshine. During the day, these umbrellas add shade to an area to help you avoid sunburn and feel 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the direct sunlight. Available in several colors and styles, we’ve selected the best LED umbrellas for your outdoor space.
Sunnyglade solar LED umbrella
Bronze aluminum pole is rust-free
Each rib of this umbrella houses three LEDs, with a total of 24 LEDs across the entire frame. Solar charging keeps this option lit for up to six hours. Made from 100 percent polyester, the canopy can withstand the sun and repel water. Choose from tan, black and white stripes, red, dark green, and teal blue color options.
Blissun solar LED umbrella
Cranks open in seconds
Tilt this LED umbrella into your preferred position to provide yourself and others with some shade. The convenient crank handle will open or close the umbrella in seconds. An on/off switch lets you conserve power when not in use, and allows charging during the day when in the off position.
Best Choice Products solar LED hanging umbrella
No table or umbrella stand necessary
An umbrella pole or stand in the middle of your patio setup may not be ideal. This option works more like an arched lamp because you can put the pole off to the side, and it connects to an included base. The canopy offers 79 square feet of shade and has 24 LEDs to provide soft light to your space.
ABCCANOPY solar LED umbrella
Stays lighted for up to 12 hours
Instead of individual lightbulbs, this umbrella utilizes eight LED light bars. This provides a modern design to the lighting and looks great at sunset and beyond. The battery life lasts a whopping 9 to 12 hours, which is more time than any of other our other choices.
Lighted shade
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If you’re not sure which LED umbrella to choose, we recommend the Sunnyglade solar LED umbrella as the best option for most people. You won’t need to worry about rain damaging the pole since it’s rust-free. And the 24 LED lights are enough to help you see where you’re going on the patio or deck. The rich color options can be used to match or complement your current outdoor furniture.
For anyone who doesn’t have a spot to place an umbrella pole, like a table or in a holder by the pool, we recommend the Best Choice Products solar LED hanging umbrella. The hanging function keeps the pole out of the way, so you can freely move about your seating area. It comes with a base to keep it stable, as well as some ground spikes. The vented top prevents it from blowing over, and it provides 79 square feet of shelter.
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