Does this have to be in direct sunlight?
199456
Yes, I would think so since it's solar based. I have not tried it in non direct sunlight.
199457
Well it can be cloud and it stills works u dont need super strong sunlight but u will need to have it outside at least or inside but with strong sunlight. U got those two options
716580
Not particularly. It's not a matte finish so it still has a shiny surface in the sun. I've never had a problem using it in the sun except a little annoying reflection.
1095426
Did you keep in good indirect sunlight? It might not need soil, but it needs light.
1741829
We turn ours on/off from an indoor switch, although if it's really bright outside, it won't turn on until later in the day when it gets shadier and the shadows lengthen. It does not need sun to work. We love these, by the way.
1734997
In daylight if you are not too far away it seems to work fine. Direct sunlight is another story, not bright enough to overcome that. But seems to work pretty well to around 100'.
202208
Mine is hanging from a large avocado tree. It gets 2 hours of direct sunlight. bottom line is,... more direct sun, the longer the charge.
1608860
I have installed this light near the front door which receives direct sun light. I can't be sure if it will work in place where it won't get light from the sun directly.
1121717
It requires at least 3 hours of direct sunlight. . It has worked well for the past year or so. . during the months were I get more sunlight it is brighter. . during winter months the light is not as potent. . but it still turns on when it senses movement
618088
Use a piece of cardboard large enough to block the direct sunlight and still display the laser beam. It might take two pieces of cardboard depending on direction of sun.
1722351
Not sure if you are putting it in full sun. Mine is in partial shade. So always nice, not too hot.
79315
It only works with direct sunlight ,the pump is cheaply made. Mine gave out after a few months, Got a new unit from Amazon (thanks Amazon) The new units pump is making screaming noise once in a while , I had to pull it out of the pool before my neighbors start to complain.So far it is working fine except on cloudy days
1534554
I have used it in direct sunlight. No issues. I am now using Chemical Guys Insta Wax. Spray on, let haze and then buff off. Really nice product. I would rate it much better than Opti Wax.
514422
Probably not, it does need direct sunlight to charge the solar panel...too bad because this is a great, fun nighttime ducky that makes you smile. You could try it, but you probably would have to leave it in the sun outside of the screened area to collect sun and put it back in the pool.
2046246
I wouldn't put the unit out in the direct sun, but if you kept it on the patio but in the shade and slightly above the ground I would think it would be okay. Also getting the unit wet would not a be a good idea hence my idea of getting it off the ground.
679530
Sunlight is very bright, so I think it will not work outdoors unless you use it at dusk.
1038682
Mine are on my patio and do not receive direct sunlight, but they must get enough diffused light because they work great and I have had them almost a year. My only complain is the colors fade after a while, but that doesnt matter as much when the lights are on, and for the price they are great!
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The manufacturer's literature states to keep it out of direct sunlight. I always kept it away from any kind of bright light.