String Lights Brightness Comparison

How do LED Bulbs Compare to Incandescents? See for Yourself!

Incandescent G40 Bulbs

LED G40 Bulbs

Incandescent S14 Bulbs

LED S14 Bulbs

Incandescent ST58 Bulbs

LED ST58 Bulbs

Each Beams string light is designed to transform any living space. But between different bulb types and cord styles—not to mention the difference between LED and incandescent bulbs—how do you decide which string light is best for your space? Our brightness comparison tool is designed to help you with exactly that decision!

Each string light style comes in an LED version and an incandescent version.* Use the comparison tool above to compare the different styles. Use our side-by-side images below to compare LEDs and incandescents.

Special Features

The string light family is packed with features to help create the ambience you want for your space, including decks, patios, gazebos and porches. Once you find the light that's right for you, keep in mind that each Mr Beams string light comes equipped with signature features, including:

Wired

Connect Multiple Strings End-to-End

Weatherproof Design

*Excluding the MB12024 Solar String Lights

**The MB10011 and MB10012 String Lights with G40 Bulbs are also able to be used indoors. The other string light models are designed solely for outdoor use.

Compare Beams String Lights

Incandescent, G40 Bulbs

LED. G40 Bulbs

Incandescent, S14 Bulbs

LED, S14 Bulbs

Nostalgic Incandescent, ST58 Bulbs

Nostalgic LED, ST58 Bulbs

Solar LED, S14 Bulbs

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Light source

Incandescent

LED

Incandescent

LED

Incandescent

LED

Bulb type

G40

S14

ST58

S14

Bulb base

E12 / C7

E26

Bulb wattage

0.6

Bulb spacing (ft.)

2.4

1.47 / 1.54

1.67 / 1.98

Brightness (lumens/bulb)

176

180

300

Dimmable

Weatherproof

Outdoor only

Max watts per run

840

432

880

1200