Brightown 48 FT Outdoor String Lights (15 S14 Edison Bulbs) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Classic Edison S14 look
- Larger patios via connectable strands
- Easy replaceable bulb longevity
Brightown's 48-foot strand hangs 15 spaced S14 Edison bulbs on a weatherproof, UL-listed cord for the classic cafe look. The standard E26 sockets accept any S14 bulb, so replacements are cheap, and strands connect end-to-end so you can span a big patio from a single plug. Bulbs sit about three feet apart, giving a more open, string-of-lanterns spacing than dense globe sets, and it's plug-in so you'll need an outlet nearby, but for durability and easy bulb swaps it's a dependable pick.
Pros
- Standard E26 sockets take any S14 bulb, so replacements are cheap and easy
- Connectable design lets you daisy-chain multiple strands from one plug
- UL-listed weatherproof cord is rated for permanent outdoor use
Cons
- Bulbs sit about 3 ft apart, so coverage is sparser than 2 ft globe strands
- Plug-in only, needs an outdoor outlet within reach
- Included bulbs are LED-in-glass, not true dimmable filament on every batch
Specifications
| length | 48 ft |
|---|---|
| bulbs | 15 S14 Edison LED (plus spares) |
| colorTemp | 2700K warm white |
| power | 11W, E26 base, plug-in |
| rating | UL listed, weatherproof |
| feature | Connectable end-to-end |