Brightever 100FT Outdoor String Lights Review

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This Brightever 100FT string lights review covers the Brightever 100FT Outdoor String Lights 52 Bulbs, a plug-in LED string set aimed at patios, porches, decks and backyards. The listing describes a 100-foot cord with 52 shatterproof ST38 bulbs, two spare bulbs, a 2700K warm white color, dimming support and built-in hooks with zip ties. This review sticks to what the listing says and to two public sources on LED energy use and lifespan. It relies on the product page and the public sources only.Where the listing makes a claim that the public sources do not confirm, the review says so.

Quick answer

Best fit: a long, warm white, Edison-style run on a standard 120V outlet for a patio, fence line or yard.
The listing gives 100 feet, 52 bulbs, 2 spares, dimmable wording and waterproof wording. The public sources only back up general LED energy use and lifespan background.
Not verified here: the 30,000-hour lifespan figure, the 15-strand connection limit, and the “2X the brightness” claim.

How we chose this product

This product came from the review batch assigned for this run. The product page was checked on 2026-10-27, and the product facts in this review come only from the listing fields. Two public sources cover general LED background. No other source was used to set a product claim.

What the listing says

The listing names Brightever as the brand and sets the product type to outdoor string lights in the Outdoor Lighting category. The size selected on the page is 100FT, and the color option is listed as Black Wire Warm White. The special features line includes 100ft extra-long, 2700K warm white, bright, dimmable, 50 sockets, 2 spare bulbs included, waterproof, shatterproof, ST38 plastic LED bulb and easy installation. The “What’s in the box” line says 52 shatterproof ST38 bulbs with built-in hooks and zip ties. The product voltage is listed as 120.

The bullet points make several claims. They say the lights provide more brightness than low-voltage string lights, that the wiring is copper, and that up to 15 strands can be connected end to end. They also say the bulbs are rated for a lifespan of over 30,000 hours, that the lights use about 90 percent less electricity than incandescent bulbs, and that the lights can withstand temperatures up to 158 degrees Fahrenheit. The bulb shells are described as anti-drop plastic rather than glass. The listing says the bulbs have a soft yellow glow and that dimmers are sold separately.

The listing is a retail product page, so it is the source for product facts only. It does not say who tested the lights or under which standard. Those details are left out of this review rather than filled in.

Who this suits

A 100-foot run is a practical length for a patio perimeter, a pergola edge or a fence line that a shorter set would not cover. Shoppers who want a classic bistro look often choose a vintage style bulb, and the listing points in that direction with its ST38 tear-drop bulbs and its Retro style label. The listing also names birthdays, Christmas and weddings as occasions, so the set is meant for both seasonal and everyday use.

The set is less suited to a task that needs bright, even work light. The bulbs are decorative by design, and the listing describes a soft glow. A reader who wants path or step lighting for safety should look at a dedicated pathway product, such as the options covered in how to light a garden path, rather than relying on string lights alone.

Length, spacing and connecting strands

The listing offers the same product in sizes from 25 feet to 200 feet. The 100-foot option is the one this review covers. The bullet points say the lights can be connected end to end up to 15 strands. That figure matters for planning, because each connected run adds load to the circuit. The listing does not give a wattage figure, a maximum amp draw or a load limit for the whole chain, so a buyer should check the packaging or the manual before linking several strands to one outlet.

Spacing between bulbs is not given as a number in the fields reviewed here. Buyers who need a specific bulb spacing should compare the 100-foot run with the bulb count of 52 and measure their own space before ordering. If a space needs more bulbs than 52 spread over 100 feet, a longer or denser set may suit it better, and some readers compare these options in the guide to solar Edison bulb string lights, although those are a different power source.

Bulbs, dimming and warm light

LED bulbs are the main reason string lights are now cheap to run. The U.S. Department of Energy states that “LEDs use up to 90% less energy” than older bulbs, and the same document notes that “Most LEDs are also dimmable.” The ENERGY STAR technical bulletin says that certified LED lighting products “use 90% less energy and can last 25 times longer than traditional incandescent lighting.” Those are general figures for LED lighting, not measurements of this product.

The listing says the set uses 2700K warm white light and includes 2 spare bulbs. Spares are useful with a 52-bulb string, since a single failed socket can leave a visible gap. The listing also says each bulb is ST38 plastic and shatterproof. Plastic bulbs are less likely to break if a ladder or a branch hits them, but the listing does not say how the bulbs compare with glass bulbs in a drop test. The listing also says a dimmer is not included. Buyers who want to dim the set need a compatible dimmer, and the listing does not name one.

Weather and durability claims

The listing calls the set waterproof and says it can withstand rain, wind, snow and temperatures up to 158 degrees Fahrenheit. It also says the bulbs are shatterproof and that the set can stay outside year-round. Outdoor lights are often marked for wet locations, but the listing does not give a specific ingress rating such as an IP code. That makes it hard to compare the claim with other outdoor sets. The review does not treat “waterproof” as a rating.

The plug end is a common failure point on any outdoor cord. The listing does not describe a sealed plug, a drip loop or a cover for the connection, so buyers should hang the set so that the plug sits above the splash line and keep the connection dry. An outlet with ground fault protection is a standard safety step for outdoor circuits, and the listing does not say whether the set includes that protection.

What we could not verify

This review could not check several headline claims. The listing says the bulbs last more than 30,000 hours, which is a rated figure from the maker rather than a result from an independent source. The listing also says the set uses about 90 percent less electricity than incandescent bulbs. The ENERGY STAR bulletin supports a general figure of 90 percent for certified LED products, but it does not name this product, so the claim stays a listing claim. The “2X the brightness” line is a comparison the listing makes against low-voltage sets, and no lumen figure is given to check it.

The listing also says that up to 15 strands can be connected. No source reviewed here confirms that limit for this product, and the review does not recommend a specific number of strands for any outlet.

What the sources do not say

The two public sources cover LED energy use, dimming in general and lifespan in general. Neither names this product, its bulbs, its plug, its cord gauge or its waterproof rating. Neither gives a lumen figure for an ST38 bulb or a test result for a shatterproof claim. The sources also do not say whether the 158-degree temperature figure or the 30,000-hour figure is correct for this set. Those points are listed as unverified, and a buyer who needs them should ask the seller or check the packaging.

Buying checklist

Confirm the size you need before ordering: the 100-foot option is the one covered here.
Check the outlet and the total strand count, since the listing does not give a load figure.
Buy a compatible dimmer separately if dimming is part of the plan, because the listing says the dimmer is not included.
Keep the plug connection above the splash line and use a ground fault protected outlet.

The current listing is available through this link: View on Amazon. The page can change, so check the size, price and feature list there before buying.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 100-foot size the only option?

No. The listing offers the same product in sizes from 25 feet to 200 feet, and the 100-foot size is the one covered in this review.

Does the set include a dimmer?

The listing says the dimmer is not included, so a compatible dimmer has to be bought separately.

Are spare bulbs included?

Yes. The listing says two spare bulbs are included with the 52-bulb string.

Sources

U.S. Department of Energy, LED lighting fact sheet (PDF), https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2021-08/ES-EE%20Lighting_080921.pdf, opened 2026-10-27. Used for general LED energy use and dimming background.
ENERGY STAR, Technical Bulletin: LED Lighting, https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Technical_Bulletin_ENERGY_STAR_LED_Lighting_508.pdf, opened 2026-10-27. Used for general LED lifespan and energy background.