10 Best Solar Tiki Torch Lights in 2023

You may be out to get solar torch lights with multiple operation modes and colorful bulbs. But while those features are great, you will experience true quality with tiki torches with a high solar energy conversion rate.

Beyond high conversion efficiency, other important factors include lighting time, impressive battery capacity, high durability, and short charging time.

Best Solar Tiki Torches at a Glance

1. Overall Best- Ollivage Flickering Flames Solar Torch Lights
2. Runner-Up – TomCare Solar Torches
3. Joint Runner-Up – TomCare Flickering Flame Solar Lights
4. Impressive Operation Time – New Huing Solar Powered Tiki Torch
5. Fastest Charging Rate – EOYIZW Solar Torch Light Colored
6. Unique Design – Evelynsun Upgraded Flickering Flames Solar Powered Lights
7. Bluetooth Music – Margaritaville Bluetooth LED Flame Tiki-Torch Speaker with 3-Foot Pole
8. High Efficiency – TomCare Solar Lights Metal Flickering Flame Solar Torches
9. Low Price Per Unit – Kurifier Solar Outdoor Lights
10. Low Price – Solar Torch Outdoor Light with Flickering Flame

Solar Tiki Torch Light Review

1. Ollivage Flickering Flames Solar Torch Lights

This tiki torch has rapid charging, high conversion efficiency, durability, and long lighting times. So, it is no surprise it comes in as our overall best solar tiki torche.

The design of the Ollivafe solar flame torch is pretty slick as it carries its dancing flames. Of course, the dancing flames are no actual flames. They are LED lights made to look like flames, thanks to the flickering effect of the solar torch.

The LED lights give off around 35 lumens – about the same brightness as a candle. So, they are perfect for setting a warm atmosphere.

With stake-like pipes, installation is uncomplicated. Stick the solar light stake end into the soil, and it’s done.

The solar panel of this product is around 20% efficient at converting solar energy – more than typical solar torches.

The fact that you can charge it fully within 6 to 8 hours (the second-fastest in the review) makes the conversion quotient even better. You are almost assured of getting solar power in summer or winter.

This solar torch can stay on in summer for up to 12 hours after a full charge. But in colder seasons, it may run for 5 hours only.

The tiki torches come on automatically when it’s night. Then when it’s dawn, they go off, while the solar panel recharges the battery automatically.

With an IP65 rating, this solar torch light is highly waterproof. So, whether it is in the rain, snow, or hail, it will keep working. You can also expect significant resistance to dust and rust.

Also, since the torch’s body is high-strength ABS, it does well in high temperatures and resists impact to a high degree.

Pros

• Up to 12 hours of operation in the summer.
• Weather resistant.
• Impressive conversion efficiency – around 20%.
• Rapid charging rate – around 8 hours.
• Waterproof, dust-proof, and impact-resistant.

Cons

• A unique design would have been more appealing.

2. TomCare Solar Tiki Torches

Combining a high conversion efficiency with rapid charging speed, long operation time, and a durable body puts these solar tiki torches in our number two spot.

The TomCare Solar Tiki Torch has a classic torch design. However, unlike classic torches, it is a safe alternative since it does not use actual flames. It uses solar-powered LED lights to create flickering lights that look realistic but do not burn.

The lights of this product give off about 35 lumens – almost like a candle. So, they are perfect for creating warm scenery.

Installing this tiki torch is a breeze. You do not need to connect any wires. Stick the stake into the ground outside your house, and it’s done.

At 20.5%, the conversion efficiency of this tiki light is higher than what you’ll commonly find in solar tiki torches. Coupled with a charging rate of around 8 hours, getting solar energy would be relatively seamless if you use this solar tiki torch.

In summer, the solar lights stay running for up to 10 hours. But in colder seasons, this drops to around 5 hours. Even though the Ollivage Light stays on a bit longer, you’ll surely get a lot of uptime with the TomCare Metal.

Besides, it has auto ON and OFF, so you never have to worry about mistakenly running down the batteries.

The torch is metallic and has a coated, rust-resistant finish, while the poles are ABS plastic. So, overall, this product poses considerable resistance to heat and impact.

Having an IP65 rating, this tiki torch is highly waterproof. It should withstand rain, snow, and similar harsh elemental conditions without fuss.

Pros

• Very high conversion ratio – around 20.5%.
• Stays on for about 10 hours in the summer and 5 hours in colder seasons.
• Charges in about 8 hours.
• Waterproof.
• Resists rust and impact.

Cons

• The pole could be stronger.

3. TomCare Flickering Flame Solar Lights

The TomCare Solar Lights LED Flickering Flame shares the same quality as the TomCare Solar Tiki Lights Metal Flickering Flame. Hence, we chose it as the joint runner-up.

It has a slick wine-glass shape that holds around 96 pieces of LEDs. These LEDs give off about 35 lumens, ideal if you want lights that create a cozy setting.

Installing this tiki torch is pretty easy. Since it requires no wiring, all you need do is stick the stake into the ground in your backyard or anywhere else outside your house, and it’s done.

Thanks to its monocrystalline PV cells, this tiki torch has a conversion quotient of 20.5% (the joint-highest in our review). Average tiki solar torches typically have a conversion quotient of around 16-17%, so the conversion quotient of this product is a big deal.

Alongside its charging rate of about 8 hours, the conversion ratio of this tiki torch gives you a better chance of getting electrical energy even when the sun is somewhat dim.

This solar tiki torch can run up to 10 hours when fully charged in warmer seasons. But in colder seasons, the solar lights may last only around 5 hours after a full charge.

Thankfully, it has auto ON/OFF – a way to save energy. It comes on at night or when dims and goes off during the day breaks. So, you never have to worry about wasting energy by forgetting to switch it off.

With an IP65 rating and a body made of ABS, this torch is quite resistant to various harsh outdoor conditions.

It does not need special care from rain, snow, or similar elemental conditions. It is also somewhat resistant to impact, dust, rust, and elevated temperatures.

Pros

• Has a slick torch design.
• Relatively long operation time – about 10 hours in the summer and 5 hours in winter.
• Very high conversion ratio – around 20.5%.
• Charges in about 8 hours under ideal conditions.
• Waterproof.
• Resists rust, dust, and impact.

Cons

• The non-metal parts could be more durable.

4. New Huing Solar Powered Tiki Torch

If you get the New Huing Solar Torch Lights, you enjoy rapid charging, long operation time, durability, and a decent conversion ratio.

Depending on the mode you use it on, it can give off 35 to 60 lumens. With this, you will not be stuck with warm, candle-like illumination.

Boasting a conversion efficacy of around 17 to 20%, this product converts solar energy to electricity with the same (or even better) efficiency as regular solar-powered torches.

Coupled with the fact that it can charge fully in 8 hours, you have a gem that is only mildly affected when the sun does not shine so well.

The torch operates in 3 lighting modes: torch mode, breath mode, and lighting mode. Of these 3 modes, the torch mode offers the longest run times: around 10-12 hours in the summer and 5-6 hours in colder seasons.

The breath mode comes next: 6-8 hours in warmer and 3-4 hours in colder seasons. Then the lighting mode has the shortest run times: 3-5 hours in hotter seasons and 1-2 hours in cooler seasons.

These solar tiki torches automatically turn on/off; they come on at dusk and go at dawn. So, you will not have to worry about wasting energy if you forget to switch it off.

The body is made of ABS, and the structure is rated IP65. So, it can withstand dust, moisture, mild heat, and many other harsh outdoor conditions.

Pros

• Stays on for around 10-12 hours when fully charged.
• Slick design.
• Dust and waterproof.
• Decent charging speed – around 8 hours.
• Decent conversion efficacy.

Cons

• The design is pretty common.

5. EOYIZW Solar Torch Light Colored

The EOYIZW Solar Torch Light boasts the fastest charging time of all the solar torches we reviewed. But beyond that, it offers decent durability and conversion rate. This stunning blue light stays on for quite a while.

Thanks to its wine-glass-like shape, the solar torch is pretty visually appealing. Unlike regular tiki torches, it offers flames of different colors.

You can get this solar tiki torch in blue, purple, and yellow flames. So, if you need a dark backdrop for Halloween, you may consider getting the blue or purple variant.

Installation is pretty straightforward; since there are no wires, just push the pole/stake into the ground to install.

The conversion efficacy of this product (18%) is not impressive, but it is pretty decent. Thankfully, it charges in just 4 hours under ideal conditions. So, overall, its shortfall in conversion quotient may not be so obvious.

When fully charged, it can stay on for up to 8 hours in warmer seasons and around 5 hours in colder seasons.

Like the others, it has an auto ON/OFF feature. So, you will unlikely waste energy by forgetting to switch it off.

With an IP65 design, this tiki light would be unfazed by water and dust outdoors. Whether it rains or snows, it should withstand the conditions just fine.

Pros

• Waterproof, dustproof, and mildly resistant to elevated temperatures.
• Easy to install.
• Rapid charging.
• Stays on for around 8 hours in warmer and 5 hours in colder seasons.

Cons

• Conversion efficacy could be better.

6. Evelynsun Upgraded Flickering Flames Solar Powered Lights

The standout feature of the Evelynsun Upgraded Flickering Flames Solar Powered Lights is its tropical design. The bamboo-esque structure is not only distinctive but also refined.

While the body is made of plastic, we get the feeling it is pretty tough. Just by touching it, we got a sense of its tensile strength. Still, we would rather ensure it isn’t exposed to significant impact.

No worries about elemental ingress – your tiki lights can stay outdoors without suffering weather damage.

The Evelynsun excels on the conversion efficiency front. This is evident in its charging time; it takes 6 to 8 hours of moderate to intense sunlight to get a full charge. Of course, this isn’t the fastest. But by all means, it is pretty decent.

The lights stay on for 7 to 8 hours following a full charge. This is also okay, as it is enough to last most nights.

Pros

• Decent charging speed.
• It is weatherproof and somewhat tough
• The design is unique.
• The lighting time is okay.

Cons

• A longer lighting time would have been even better.

7. Margaritaville Bluetooth LED Flame Tiki-Torch Speaker with 3-Foot Pole

The Bluetooth speaker is the defining feature of the Margaritaville Bluetooth LED Flame Tiki-Torch Speaker with 3-Foot Pole, and it might just be the feature that gets people opting for it. If you want your outdoor atmosphere with some music, opting for a solar tiki torch light with a music function is only right.

Of course, the Bluetooth speaker is not the only reason to choose this product. You should consider its lighting time, charging time, durability, and other similar specifications. Thankfully, the Margaritaville Bluetooth LED Flame Tiki-Torch Speaker with 3-Foot Pole thrives in many other ways.

With it staying on for up to 10 hours when fully charged, you do not have to worry about the lights going off abruptly. Then when you use it for the music alone, it should stay on for as long as 19 hours. Doing music and the lights together, the device should be on for about 6 hours.

The average charging time for us was around 8 hours under moderate sunlight. Depending on the intensity of sunlight in your region, this could be shorter.

Setting up the Margaritaville Tiki-Torch Speaker to play music from a Bluetooth device is pretty straightforward. Then the manual is concise and easy to understand, so the overall operation is easy.

This product is durable for the most part. But the stakes could be stronger. Charging takes as long as 7 hours under moderate to intense sunlight. It could be faster, but it’s not bad.

Pros

• It comes with a speaker and Bluetooth music.
• It is easy to operate.
• Long operation times

Cons

• The stakes could be stronger.

8. TomCare Solar Lights Metal Flickering Flame Solar Torches

The TomCare Solar Lights Metal Flickering Flame Solar Torches thrives on its high solar conversion efficiency. But then, it also has long lighting times.

We estimate the average conversion efficiency to be around 20%, which is great overall. This efficiency is evident in its long lighting time, which can be as high as 9 hours when fully charged.

In winter, when the sun doesn’t shine for too long, the lighting time may be shorter because getting a full charge becomes harder. But then, if you can get around 5 to 7 hours of moderate to intense sunlight, you just might enjoy this solar tiki light.

The TomCare Solar Lights Metal Flickering Flame Solar Torches are somewhat weather-tolerant. But it could be more durable.

Pros

• Long lighting times
• High solar conversion efficiency.
• Easy to install

Cons

• More quality could go into the body of this solar tiki torch.

9. Kurifier Solar Outdoor Lights

Not only is the Kurifier Solar Outdoor Lights one of the cheapest options in our review, but when you calculate the unit price of the 12 LED light units in the pack, it might be the cheapest per unit. So, if you are looking for the least expensive solar tiki torch light by the unit, this is the one.

The Kurifier should get a full charge in around 6 hours when sunlight is sufficient and intense. But, it could take longer in seasons with shorter, less intense sunlight.

A full charge can last around 6 hours. This is not too impressive as it may not last the night in some regions. But then, it should go far through the night in most places.

The solar conversion efficiency isn’t so great. However, the solar cells are polycrystalline, the relatively low efficiency is expected.

The Kurifier is weatherproof. Then again, the lights are a bit small. However, they are reliable and worth the money.

Pros

• Decent lighting time
• Cheapest option per unit

Cons

• Monocrystalline cells would have raised the overall quality of these solar torch lights.

10. Solar Torch Outdoor Light with Flickering Flame

The Solar Torch Outdoor Light with Flickering Flame is one of the cheapest solar tiki torch lights we have come across. But more than being cheap, it packs quite the value with the quality of its build lighting and charging times.

The 6-hour average charging time and 8-10 hours of lighting may not seem like much since a few others on the list have the same specs. However, those specs are satisfactory. In other words, this solar torch light and every other one with similar lighting and charging times are all right.

You can install this solar light by sticking it into the ground. Alternatively, you may hang it. The build material is fairly durable. But it should provide sufficient protection against weather.

Of course, for us, the best thing about this product was the price. Getting four units of solar tiki torch lights for that price is a cool bargain.

Pros

• It is a cool bargain.
• Decent lighting time
• Rapid charging time
• You can install it in the ground or hang it.

Cons

• The build quality could be tougher.

Buyer’s Guide

Conversion Rate

Solar light intensity varies with weather conditions, and accordingly, the amount of sunlight solar panels can convert to electrical energy changes. With abundant direct sunlight, solar panels receive more solar energy to generate electricity for tiki torches. But when there is less sunlight, energy generation drops.

Ordinarily, the above trend will ground the functions of solar torches during low-sunlight periods like winter. But if you get solar torches that have high conversion rates, the panels will still generate enough energy to power solar torch lights even when the sun does not shine brightly.

Duration of Operation

The usefulness of any type of light that runs on stored energy is in how long it stays on. So, if you want a tiki torch that would be very useful to you, opt for one with a long duration of operation.

Durability

Most solar tiki torches stay outdoors and are exposed to harsh weather conditions. So, opt for a product built with enough quality to resist elemental damages (and non-elemental damages).

Charging Time

The sun does not stay out all day. Therefore, if you need solar power, you want it when the sun shines. This can only be possible with solar tiki torches that charge very fast.

So, when buying solar tiki torches, opt for rapid charging time.

FAQs

Why Don’t My Solar Lights Stay on All Night?

If your solar torches do not stay on all night, the battery may get an insufficient charge. Then again, it may not be holding enough charge.

Do Solar Torches Work in Winter?

Solar tiki torches will work fine in winter as long as their panel receives sufficient sunlight.

How Long Do the Batteries of Tiki Torches Last?

In many cases, the batteries of solar torches last 3 to 4 years before you have to replace them.

In Summary

You can never go wrong with solar torches that have high conversion rates. But do not focus on that alone; pay attention to operation time, charging time, and durability.

While it’s great to have solar tiki torches that maximize the solar energy they receive, having one that charges fast, resists damages, and stays on for long is true perfection.