500LED 165FT Starry Fairy String Lights with 8 Modes - Warm White Twinkle Decorative Lights for Wedding, Party, Patio, Gate - Indoor/Outdoor Plug-in LED Lights for Romantic Ambiance & Holiday Decorations

I purchased these to replace an almost identical product. The only real difference is this one can cycle through light effects (button on the plug that says 'press') whereas the predecessor was a steady on and that was it. I use these for lighting in my living room as there is no overhead lighting otherwise.I have attached pictures. The first is from before I hung the new string of lights. In this photo the string I replaced is on the right - note how dim it is compared to the string on the left. The less luminous right side is after 4 years of regular use. The lights have dimmed, which is why I purchased a new set. Photo 2 you can see the new lights up and they look great.The lights came rolled on a plastic wheel, which made installation a breeze. No tangling. No fuss. (Friendly reminder: always remember to plug your lights in right out of the box prior to install to make sure they work.)I hope I will get at least 4 good years out of these. For the price (about $26) I feel this is a great deal. I see no real surge in my electric bill using these and since I am often nocturnal they will see many hours of use.Please note, I only use these when it is overcast out or at night. Daytime when it is bright I just open my curtains. This may sound obvious, but I mention this because these lights are not a direct overhead light and therefore do not emit as much light. So don't expect this to take the place of daylight bulbs or fluorescents. The first 2 photos were taken with my daylight bulbs in the kitchen (left of photo, open floorplan) on. The third photo was taken with the kitchen lights off.I find that these lights prevent eye strain and have reduced my instances of headaches.I also noticed they remember the last light setting used even if unplugged and plugged back in. The other string of lights currently up alongside it does not hold the last setting and has to be reset everytime (a mild but chronic annoyance). So I am very pleased that this set will not require constant resetting everytime I plug them in.I use those removable 3M hooks to hang the lights. Occasionally the hooks come off (especially in hot humid summers) and a sections falls. So if you don't mind putting little screw-in hooks in your walls I'd recommend that. I rent so I try to never put holes in walls where and when I can.If you're on the fence about these the last bit I can offer is this: I find this type of lighting extremely comforting and relaxing. This helps with my depression and anxiety, which was not something I expected but am incredibly grateful for.