These are solar paver lights, so they actually replace a tile instead of mounting on top.

Each unit is 4×8 inches, same footprint as a typical paver, and install was pretty straightforward since they sit flush with the surface.

Hardwired lights are definitely more stable — same output every night, no winter anxiety. For me, solar made sense because I didn’t want to trench, run conduit, or deal with permits. Zero wiring was the trade-off I was willing to make.

So far these have held up better than the older solar lights I’ve used, but yeah, solar will always depend on sun exposure and season. I see them more as a “good enough + low effort” solution rather than a perfect one.

If this were a high-end or permanent install, I’d probably still choose electric. For a retrofit and low-profile setup, solar feels like a fair compromise.

Curious how people here feel about paver-style lighting vs traditional step lights.
Any long-term concerns with solar pavers I should watch out for? Appreciate any thoughts or experiences.