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Harbor Freight Adds Color-Changing LED Lights

The $49.99 outdoor string lights offer 21 color-changing modes and are linkable up to 72 feet for your patio or yard.

Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Landscaping

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Harbor Freight added new Luminar Outdoor color-changing LED string lights to its inventory in October 2026. The 24-foot strands offer multiple lighting effects for homeowners looking to update their outdoor decor.

Why it matters

These lights provide a new, customizable option for outdoor illumination that balances budget-friendly pricing with the flexibility to link multiple strands for larger spaces.

The $49.99 set includes 12 shatter-resistant bulbs across a 24-foot strand. Homeowners can link up to three strands to cover 72 feet using 7.2 watts of power per strand.

The players

Harbor Freight

A national retail chain specializing in tools, hardware, and outdoor accessories.

The details

Users control the lighting effects, which include four solid colors and 21 color-changing modes, through an included remote. The system allows for up to three strands to be linked, providing a maximum total length of 72 feet for patio or landscape coverage.

Timeline

  1. October 2026: Harbor Freight added the new LED lights to its inventory.

The Home Front

This release reflects a wider market move toward high-efficiency LED decorative lighting that offers increased customization compared to basic fixed-color strands. It provides homeowners with more flexible, modular options for permanent or seasonal landscape lighting.

Check your patio dimensions before purchasing to see if you need one strand or a 72-foot linked set for full coverage. Compare these $49.99 lights against existing $34.99 solar options if your installation area lacks easy access to outdoor electrical outlets.

The takeaway

Customizable LED lighting allows for versatile outdoor decorating with energy-efficient operation. Consider mapping out your power source locations before buying to determine if the 7.2-watt draw fits your current setup.

Further reading

For more ideas on enhancing your outdoor spaces, explore our full guide to Landscaping.

Source note: This article includes information reported by SlashGear.

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