Solar Powered Outdoor Table Lamp
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A solar powered outdoor table lamp is a cordless lamp with a small solar panel built into the top, so it charges on the table in the day and lights the table at night. Many of the listings also add a USB port for cloudy weeks. We kept five that call themselves table lamps, are sold for outdoor use, and state how they charge. They range from a set of two height-adjustable poles to a woven-shade lamp that charges only by sun. Every number below comes from the Amazon listing as it read on October 18, 2026, not from running the lamps, and where a listing disagrees with itself we show both numbers instead of choosing one.
Quick answer
The person searching solar powered outdoor table lamp usually wants to know how long it stays lit, whether it can charge another way, and how weatherproof it claims to be. Going by the listing numbers:
- Longest stated run: the pull-cord uuffoo lamp (up to 20 hours with a 7-hour timer, 11 hours of sun to charge).
- Two lamps with height choices: Sulyvoro set of 2 (solar plus USB-C, IP67 stated, three color temperatures).
- Sun only, with a woven shade: LEOKED rattan-shade lamp (6-8 hours runtime, automatic dusk switch).
- Classic lamp shape: Beautyard solar lamp (4000mAh, three brightness levels, IP65 stated).
- Carry-around lantern with a handle: uuffoo 2-in-1 lantern lamp (8 colors, candle mode, IP44 stated).
Comparison table
All figures are as the listing states them. “Not stated” means the listing text we read gave no number.
| Lamp | Charging | Stated run time | Water rating | Light options | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulyvoro (set of 2) | Solar or USB-C | Not stated | IP67 | 3 color temperatures, dimming 10-100% | Poles for low or high height |
| LEOKED | Solar only | 6-8 hours | Not stated | Warm glow | 8.66 in dia, 15.7 or 15.94 in tall |
| uuffoo 2-in-1 lantern | Solar (7-8 h) or USB (5-6 h) | 7-15 hours | IP44 | Warm white, 8 colors, candle mode | Not stated |
| Beautyard | Solar or USB | Not stated | IP65 | 3 levels: 30%, 70%, 100% | 6.5 in W x 13.5 in H |
| uuffoo pull-cord lamp | Solar (11 h) or USB-C (5 h) | Up to 20 hours | IP44 | 7 colors, 2 brightness, gradient | Not stated |
How we chose these five
We searched Amazon for “solar powered outdoor table lamp” and kept listings that call the product a table lamp or tabletop lantern, are sold for outdoor use, and state solar charging. We opened each listing once and copied only what it says. Left out: pathway and spot lights, solar floor lamps, string lights, and cordless table lamps that charge only by USB, because they are not solar powered.
What the listings mostly leave out: how many hours of sun a full charge really needs in shade or winter, and how long the battery lasts after a season. The water ratings (IP44, IP65, IP67) are the ones the sellers print; we did not test them. “Waterproof” in a title and a lower IP number in the specs can disagree, so read the number.
The five solar table lamps
1. uuffoo Pull-Cord Solar Table Lamp – the longest stated runtime
Specs (from the listing, checked October 18, 2026): charges in 5 hours by USB-C or 11 hours in sunlight; the listing says it can run up to 20 hours as a night light with a 7-hour timer; IP44 tested and a 120 cm drop test; a pull cord that picks among warm white and 7 colors, 2 brightness settings and a color-gradient mode (short press to turn on and change, long press to turn off); a plastic shade on a metal base. The title says “warm white dimmable”.
Pros: The listing gives separate charging times for solar and USB-C, and it names a drop test as well as a water rating.
Cons and limits: The “up to 20 hours” figure is for a night-light setting with a timer, not for full brightness, and the listing does not say what that setting is. The title says “dimmable” while a bullet describes only 2 brightness settings. The page shows no size.
Best for: A dining table where you want warm white most nights. Skip if: you need stepless dimming.
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2. Sulyvoro Solar Table Lamps, Set of 2 – height-adjustable pair
Specs (from the listing, checked October 18, 2026): a black 2-pack; solar charging with a USB-C wired backup; IP67 waterproof and dustproof as the listing states it; three color temperatures (3500K, 4500K, 6000K); touch stepless dimming from 10% to 100%; two detachable support poles per set to switch between low and high height; built-in rechargeable battery.
Pros: It is the only pair here, and the only one that lists stepless dimming and kelvin values. The detachable poles let you change the height.
Cons and limits: The listing text gives no battery capacity and no runtime, so you cannot compare it with the others on hours. The IP67 and “full protection” wording are the seller’s.
Best for: Two tables, or a table and a shelf, matched. Skip if: you want a stated runtime before you buy.
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3. LEOKED Rattan-Shade Solar Table Lamp – sun only, automatic at dusk
Specs (from the listing, checked October 18, 2026): 6-8 hours runtime in the title; 8.66 in diameter and 15.94 in tall in a bullet, 15.7 in tall in the title; polypropylene and iron with a khaki woven rattan shade and a black base; an automatic light sensor that turns the lamp off to charge by day and on at dusk; you press the button on the battery box and place it in direct sunlight.
Pros: A decorative shade, and it switches itself on and off, so you do not have to touch it nightly.
Cons and limits: Two heights are given (15.7 in and 15.94 in). The listing says no battery replacement is needed yet refers to a “battery box”, so the battery detail is unclear. No water rating, no USB backup and no brightness setting are listed. It needs direct sun to charge.
Best for: A patio table with decorative, soft lighting. Skip if: you want a USB backup.
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4. Beautyard Solar Table Lamp – three brightness levels
Specs (from the listing, checked October 18, 2026): 4000mAh; IP65 stated; solar and USB charging; three levels at 30%, 70% and 100%, switched by pulling the metal lamp base; 6.5 in wide and 13.5 in tall; gray lampshade with an open top and a polished black base. The description suggests a first charge of 8 hours or longer with the switch set to ON, and 6 to 8 hours of direct sun so it lights automatically at night.
Pros: The listing states the battery capacity and the exact brightness percentages. Sun or USB both work.
Cons and limits: The listing calls the control both a “pull chain” (title) and “touch control” (bullet), so how you switch levels is described two ways. No runtime in hours is stated.
Best for: A balcony or porch table where a classic lamp shape suits. Skip if: you want color changing.
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5. uuffoo 2-in-1 Solar Lantern Lamp – handle, 8 colors, candle mode
Specs (from the listing, checked October 18, 2026): charges by USB in 5 to 6 hours or by solar in 7 to 8 hours; runs 7 to 15 hours per charge; warm white plus 8 colors, adjustable brightness and a simulated candle mode; a carry handle, so it can stand or hang; IP44; ABS and LLD PE plastic; the package list says 1 lamp and 1 USB cable.
Pros: It is portable, and the listing gives both charging times and a range of run times.
Cons and limits: The title mentions “with Remote”, but the package contents list only the lamp and a USB cable, so check whether a remote is included. The title says “waterproof” while the rating is IP44, the lowest of the five. No size is given.
Best for: A lantern you carry between table, tent and hook. Skip if: you want a lamp left out in heavy rain.
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Worked example: how many evenings per charge?
For example, say you want 4 hours of light each evening; that is our assumption. Divide the stated hours per charge by 4. The uuffoo lantern at 7 to 15 hours gives 1.75 to 3.75 evenings. The LEOKED at 6 to 8 hours gives 1.5 to 2 evenings. The uuffoo pull-cord lamp at up to 20 hours gives up to 5 evenings, but only in the night-light setting that the listing describes. Sulyvoro and Beautyard state no hours in the text we read, so the same math cannot be done for them.
The other side of the sum is sun. The pull-cord lamp lists 11 hours of sunlight for a full charge, the lantern 7 to 8 hours, and the Beautyard description suggests 6 to 8 hours of direct sun. Those hours are of direct sun, so a shaded table may charge much more slowly; that is why the USB backup on four of the five matters.
Where to put a solar table lamp
A lamp that charges on the table needs the table in the sun for part of the day. If your dining spot is in shade, a USB-charged lamp or a separate solar fixture may suit better, and our guide to solar-powered LED outdoor lights and our write-up on outdoor string lights are the nearest posts we have. For security lighting rather than ambience, see solar security lights with motion sensors.
Mistakes to avoid
- Trusting “waterproof” in the title. Read the IP number: the five listings range from IP44 to IP67.
- Skipping the first charge. The Beautyard description suggests 8 hours or longer on first use and the switch set to ON.
- Comparing run times blindly. The 20-hour figure is for a night-light mode with a timer; the listings do not say which brightness the 6-8 hour and 7-15 hour figures are for.
- Assuming a remote or extras. Check the “what’s in the box” line; the uuffoo lantern title mentions a remote but the package list does not.
- Leaving it in shade. Solar charging needs direct sunlight according to the listings.
Who should skip a solar table lamp
If your table is under a roof or in shade all day, USB charging is more dependable than a panel on the lamp. If you need strong light for reading or cooking, the listings describe a soft glow, not task lighting. And if you want a lamp you can plug in, a corded outdoor fixture is a different product.
Frequently asked questions
Do solar table lamps work without sun?
Four of the five listings add a USB or USB-C charging option. The LEOKED listing describes solar charging only.
How long do they stay lit?
The stated figures are 6-8 hours (LEOKED), 7-15 hours (uuffoo lantern) and up to 20 hours in a night-light mode (uuffoo pull-cord). Sulyvoro and Beautyard do not state hours in the text we read.
Which is the most water-resistant by its listing?
Sulyvoro states IP67, Beautyard IP65, and both uuffoo lamps IP44. LEOKED does not state a rating.
Which can I dim?
Sulyvoro dims from 10% to 100%, Beautyard has three levels (30%, 70%, 100%), and the uuffoo lamps list brightness settings. LEOKED lists none.
Do any come as a pair?
Only the Sulyvoro, which is sold as a set of 2.
