Small vs Medium Solar Wall Light: HAVEN or ABODE?

The quick answer: match the light to the job

Both the HAVEN Small Solar Wall Light and the ABODE Medium Solar Wall Light are IP65-rated, motion-sensor wall lights with a 120-degree lighting angle and no wiring needed. The practical difference comes down to detection reach, lighting modes and how much control you want over the light after dark.

Choose the HAVEN if you need a compact light for a driveway, pathway or porch and want a simple dim-then-bright response. Choose the ABODE if you want three selectable modes, including a dusk-to-dawn setting, and a larger light for fences, patios, decking or walkways.

HAVEN vs ABODE: the specs that change your decision

• Motion detection range: HAVEN detects movement up to 8 metres away; ABODE up to 6 metres. Both figures depend on mounting height, and a higher light will sense movement from further away.
• Lighting modes: HAVEN offers a dim light that stays on continuously and switches to bright for roughly 20 seconds when motion is detected. ABODE offers three modes: a medium light that turns on at dusk and off at dawn, a dim-light mode that goes bright for 15–20 seconds on motion, and a sensor-only mode with no dim light.
• LED count: HAVEN uses 18 LEDs with two bulbs angled on either side for a wider spread. ABODE uses 62 LEDs. The supplied information does not include lumen or brightness figures, so use LED count only as a rough indicator, not a measured output.
• Best placement: HAVEN is described for driveways, pathways and porches. ABODE is described for fences, patios, decking and walkways. Both need a wall or fence that receives plenty of direct sunlight during the day.
• Price (catalog): HAVEN is listed at USD 25.43 (comparison price USD 33.90); ABODE at USD 34.72 (comparison price USD 48.90). Prices are catalog figures and may change.

HAVEN Small Solar Wall Light: compact motion lighting

• Small Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 18LED | HAVEN: PIR motion sensor detects movement up to 8 metres away, depending on mounting height. A longer detection reach suits driveways and pathways where you want light before you reach the wall.

  

• Small Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 18LED | HAVEN: Two LED bulbs angled on either side create a wider range of luminosity; maximum lighting angle is 120 degrees. The angled bulbs help spread light across a path or porch rather than concentrating it in one spot.
• Small Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 18LED | HAVEN: Dim light stays on continuously and transitions to bright light for roughly 20 seconds when motion is detected. This is a simple, always-on low-level glow with a boost on movement—no mode selection needed.
• Small Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 18LED | HAVEN: IP65 waterproof-rated and made of rustproof ABS; includes 1 light. Suitable for everyday outdoor use on a fence or wall, with no cables or wiring required.

ABODE Medium Solar Wall Light: three modes and a wider spread

• Medium Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 62LED | ABODE: PIR motion sensor detects movement up to 6 metres away, depending on mounting height. A shorter detection reach than HAVEN means placement height matters more if you want early warning on approach.

  

• Medium Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 62LED | ABODE: Choice of 3 light settings: medium light (on at dusk, off at dawn), dim light sensor mode (bright for 15–20 seconds on motion), and sensor mode without dim light. You can choose constant overnight light, a low glow with motion boost, or motion-only lighting—useful where you want different behaviour at different times.
• Medium Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 62LED | ABODE: 62 LEDs with a maximum lighting angle of 120 degrees; described for fences, patios, decking and walkways. The higher LED count and wide angle suit larger outdoor areas where you want broader coverage.
• Medium Solar Wall Light | Motion Sensor | 62LED | ABODE: IP65 waterproof-rated, rustproof ABS, includes 1 light; sensor needs to be activated first time by waving something in front of it. A one-time activation step is worth knowing before you assume the sensor is faulty on installation day.

Brightness: what 18LED vs 62LED actually tells you

It is tempting to read 62 LEDs as automatically brighter than 18, but the supplied records do not include lumen, wattage or beam-distance figures for either light. LED count alone is not a reliable brightness comparison because LED efficiency and lens design vary.

What the records do confirm is the lighting angle: both reach a maximum of 120 degrees. HAVEN uses two angled LED bulbs to widen the spread; ABODE uses a larger 62-LED array. If you need to compare actual light output, ask Hoselink for lumen specifications before ordering—do not assume the larger LED count guarantees a proportionally brighter result.

How to choose between HAVEN and ABODE

1. 1. Decide whether you want light all night: If you want a constant dim glow with a motion boost, HAVEN does this by default. If you want the option of dusk-to-dawn medium light or motion-only operation, choose ABODE.
2. 2. Measure your detection distance: HAVEN senses up to 8 metres; ABODE up to 6 metres. Mount higher for longer reach, but keep the panel in direct sunlight. If your path is long and you want light as you approach, HAVEN's longer reach may suit better.
3. 3. Match the light to the surface: HAVEN is described for driveways, pathways and porches; ABODE for fences, patios, decking and walkways. Both mount with supplied plugs and screws and need no wiring.
4. 4. Check your solar exposure: Both lights need a wall or fence that receives plenty of direct sunlight during the day. Working time depends on how much power is saved during daylight, so a shaded wall will reduce performance regardless of model.
5. 5. Plan for the battery: Both use an integrated rechargeable lithium battery. Replacement batteries are available through Hoselink customer service; using a different battery will void the warranty and may damage the light. Solar lights ship via Australia Post standard service only, not Express Post.

What the supplied information does not settle

Neither record gives a lumen rating, run-time in hours, or a recommended mounting height in metres. The detection ranges are stated as depending on height, but the specific height is not supplied. If you need to guarantee a particular brightness or coverage pattern, ask Hoselink for those figures rather than inferring them from LED count or price.

Both lights are single-pack and share the same IP65 and ABS construction, so the decision rests on detection reach, mode flexibility, LED count and placement—not on weather protection or build material.