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With this grill light, wireless karaoke mic, and some cozy string lights, the party’s not stopping anytime soon.
Brightech is a small business in Los Angeles that sells indoor and outdoor lighting for the home.
Promising review: "I have had these lights up [for about five months]. They lit up right out of the box. They have been through a snowstorm, ice storm, and massive rain and are still perfect. They are pretty easy to hang. They are shatterproof, which I love. —D Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in warm or soft light).
Promising review: "My whole family and I recently went to Miami for a quick vacation, and we had a barbecue, so I decided to order this grill for my house to cook on my back porch. One of the best things about this grill is it’s so easy to move — anyone can move it from one place to another. I cannot wait to use this grill with my family and friends." —NP
Promising review: "These grill lights are exactly what I needed! They light up the area so well. The magnets are strong, and the ability to direct the light where needed is great. The package they came in is perfect to store them in when not in use! I have recommended these to several people who also think they are great. I was worried they would be cheap and maybe not have a lot of magnetic hold to them, but they do!!" —LC
Promising review: "I’ve been meaning to get something like this for years. Our patio has no cover at all, especially in early spring when the leaves aren’t back. The sun is unbearable at times. We bought the install kit and used it to attach the two sides to the house and used a ratchet strap to attach the other end to a tree on the other side of the patio. So far it’s holding up well. We added lights which makes it super cozy at night and completely changes the feel of our patio." —Kaitlyn Tugend
Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in 11 styles and dozens of sizes).
Promising reviews: "Hands down best bang for your buck — absolutely worth it! Quality is like one of those $250 ones, and this one is under $200. Go for it! Looks so much better than having a fridge outside on your patio for your cold beer/drinks." —Priscila Lapins
"Ice retention was great all night long, making our beverages cold ’til the next day. And size and color were just as listed. Overall, it’s nice." —Rob Huizar
Get it from Amazon for $152.99+ (available in four colors).
Promising review: "This product is the bomb, so much so we purchased a second one... Had outdoor game day with our children and this kept everyone outdoors. Easy access to beverages for all ages. Would definitely recommend to any outdoor party goers." —Leslie A. McClendon
Get it from Amazon for $66.82+ (available in brown and grey).
It's also designed with a convenient drain plug for easy cleanup!
Promising review: "I recently purchased an inflatable pool for our backyard, and it’s been a fantastic addition! Setup was quick and easy, and the pool is spacious enough for two kids, and it’s perfect for hot summer days. Highly recommend for anyone looking to create a fun and refreshing outdoor experience!" —Jinyu Guo
Get it from Amazon for $92.99 (also available in other styles and sizes).
Promising review: "Wow. When I opened the box and pulled it out, I thought it was bit small and surely wouldn't be that loud... BOY, WAS I WRONG!! This FREAKING ROCKS!!! Seriously don't hesitate — BUY ONE! The reviews were spot on! Perfect poolside! Best money I've ever spent on a Bluetooth speaker. The wife was skeptical, and then, I turned it on, and she was like, wow, excellent purchase, way to go!" —RIC78
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in six colors and a small clip-on version).
Promising review: "Was actually a little bigger than I expected to be for the price. Beautiful and well worth the money. Sounds beautiful." —Ashleigh Yates
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes).
Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small business that's home to a standing weeder design that's been around since 1913.
Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG
One 5.6-pound bag provides about 615 sq. ft. of new lawn coverage, or up to 1,845 sq. ft. if you're overseeding.
Promising reviews: "Before and after [above] of using the Rapid Grass + extra fertilizer for lawn bald spots from Sunday. This before and after is only 10 days of growth. I also applied a thin layer of top soil to let the grass root more." —Chandler Varonfakis
"Have a dog who destroys the spot she likes to go. We rotate and use this and the grass comes back great and full." —Lindsey
Get a 5.6-pound bag from Amazon for $23.98 (available in two other sizes).
Promising review: "It is early July, and I could not be more pleased with this seed mixture. Almost every day since April, I have had new surprises in my garden. I have enjoyed alyssum, Chinese forget-me-not, zinnias, cosmos, and marigolds. I am beginning to see more forget-me-nots, poppies, pineapple sage, and Armeria. I am a beekeeper and, hence, was trying to plant some flowers the bees would like. I have an unbelievable number of pollinators busy among the flowers all day long. Today, I saw a hummingbird!! I am hoping to have these flowers self-seed and to have even more lovelies next year!" —Bio Teacher
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 13 packs).
Promising review: "Got an outdoor can, the kind the mechanical arm on the garbage truck picks up and tips over, with the lid opening by gravity. Placed this on the inside of the lid, near the hinge to lessen the chances of it being scraped off during emptying and no flies/maggots! No apparent odor, just seems to put a big hurt on the fly party that used to be my trash can (litter box contents, remnants of meat, etc)." —Michael E. Bradley
Cliganic is a small biz specializing in health and wellness products. Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action.
Promising review: "We were having a backyard party and I ordered these for all of our guests. Most everyone put it on their ankle and we pretty much stayed bite free. I was skeptical at first, but they seem to work. My girlfriend took hers home and wore it the next day while watering and doing some other stuff in the yard and she said she did not get one bite! These are reusable and come in a resealable package. I was quite pleased with the results." —Earline
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in other pack sizes).
Promising review: “We bought this for a rather large umbrella over our table in the back yard, and used it for the first time last night. We were less concerned about mosquitoes because we have a service to eliminate them — it's the bees that were disturbing our outdoor meals and events. My wife hosted a few friends last night, and they all fell in love with this. They've all been fighting with bees lately, and they were not bothered once by any bugs. Every friend bought the netting on the spot. Also, when you're inside the netting sitting on chairs, it's almost as if the netting is invisible; most of the time you can't tell whether it's even there, especially at night.” —Sara Olshanky
Promising review: "Claiming back my backyard!!! I'm typically horrible at leaving reviews, but this one deserved it!! I couldn't enjoy the beautiful Arizona evenings due to the number of mosquitoes and bugs that would attack me. This thing is a lifesaver!! I can enjoy my backyard again. Not ONE bite from those suckers. The sound of them crackling is music to my ears!!!" —Graselda Khouri
You can learn more about BTI, the bacteria in mosquito dunks, at the CDC.
Promising review: "Mosquitoes where I live are fierce! For the first time in years I have been able to enjoy hanging out in my beautiful backyard, which is full of trees and flowers. Why? Because I put out six containers of water with one mosquito dunk disk each. There are no more mosquitoes! This product is a miracle. The dunks are extremely simple to use and cost hardly anything. They last a month. Completely efficient. I will use this for the rest of my life. Thank you to whoever figured this out!" —Alberta
We've been seeing people's pets enjoying these all over TikTok! It is designed for kids ages 3–8.
Promising review: "Finally, a throne fit for my little royals! This toddler lounge chair has become an instant hit in our household. Its plush cushions provide the perfect cozy spot for my little one to relax, read, or even take a quick nap. The sturdy construction ensures durability, withstanding all the bouncing and playtime antics. Plus, its adorable design adds a touch of charm to any room. A must-have for any pint-sized monarch in training!" —Brittany
Get it from Amazon for $119.97+ (available in two colors).
Promising review: "As the sun sets and the evening breeze gently rustles through your garden, these lights come to life, casting a warm, enchanting glow that transforms your outdoor space into a magical haven." —April
Get it from Amazon for $11.39+ (available in various multipacks).
Promising review: "Definitely a good buy! I love the portability and the storage shelf! The easy on/off covering provides an air of privacy. It sets up easy and holds its own! A very versatile year round serving & entertaining tool! I love the carry case that comes with it!" —PJ
Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in a plain black style; a three-pack with the black style, and a LED version).
Promising review: "Great for my pool area. Pizzas are better made fresh than bought. Fast, easy, and very, very hot! Love the style, and it's easy to use. Very cool for BBQ people. We love it!" —Deanobambeano
Get it from Amazon for $128.60+ (available in five colors).
It comes with blue fire glass, but feel free to swap it out for other colors if you're looking to personalize the vibe of your firepit.
Promising review: "My favorite purchase for our deck. I LOVE this fire table. It's a good size and great value compared to what is out there. Packaged nicely. My husband put it together alone in 30–45 minutes with no frustration and easy-to-follow directions. Puts out a decent amount of heat. Enough rocks to adequately cover. Just add your propane tank. I love that it has a lid as well. You will find sturdier fire tables, but not at this price. Excellent value." —MGF
Get the 28-inch table from Amazon for $199.49 (also available in three other versions).
Promising review: "The 30-foot sprayer did reach the top of my second-story home, but what surprised me the most is that on the next day, the mold was gone! I thought this was supposed to take weeks or months, according to the bottle, but not in my case... I used about 80 percent of the bottle on the back of the house. I don't usually review unless I either really like or hate something, so here I am :) I would def buy this again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend." —Keith Hasson
Get it from Amazon for $38.98 (refills also available).
Promising reviews: ""This is a really fun addition to any party or backyard barbecue or just when you’re hanging out late at night by yourself drinking a glass of wine and listening to your favorite tunes and feel the need to sing along! Do it!" —KM
"I'm planning a karaoke night with friends. Let me tell ya, this microphone exceeded my expectations. Is it stadium loud? No. Do you have to turn the volume and music button almost to the max to hear well? Yes. But does it work good yes. Volume is good, speaker is great for the size! My mom and I were dancing in the kitchen to a Anthony Hamilton song ('The Best of Me') that it played through Spotify. It works with my music app Star Maker amazingly, YouTube and more. Again do not expect a 'star quality' concert microphone. This is great tool to have fun singing or listening to music by yourself or with friends. So if you are on the fence do not hesitate." —Chara Smith
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 12 colors).
It doesn't require a pump either — all you have to do is whisk it through the air to blow it up. It's suggested that you close the sleeve opening before ending each movement and keep the mouth closed until you begin the next one. Once there's enough air inside, you'll be good to go!
Promising review: "I'm in love with this product! I’ve been using it everyday to chill outside and it’s great! It's easy to set up, set down, and it's super comfy." —Alexus
Get it from Amazon for $41.98+ (available in 21 styles).
Promising review: "I love spending time outside, and we entertain on our patio, too. But when it's over 100 degrees outside, nobody feels like visiting. Until now!! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level in just moments and don't use a 100 gallons of water doing it! I put mine along the top of our privacy fence and then put a fan in behind it and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. They're easy to put up and take down and come with convenient hanging hooks! I read the reviews people wrote about the heads getting stopped up, and they WILL, but as a plumber I'll tell you a trick to keeping them working like new: vinegar. Just remove the heads and soak then in a little straight vinegar then use a small bristle brush like a toothbrush or nail brush rinse them off and replace them in the mister tubing, and they should be like brand new." —Sonya Combs
Get it from Amazon for $16.96+ (available in six pack sizes).
It's designed for ages 3+. For setup, you'll need two mature trees or pillars that are spaced 39–42 feet apart.
Promising review: "I really can't say enough good things about this obstacle course I purchased for my five children. It was so much easier to install than I had originally thought it would be. It came with detailed instructions and pictures that made me feel confident in getting it set up. It's a double-line design course, and it has two 50-foot slacklines and comes with 10 different attachments. So there are really endless possibilities when it comes to all the different variations and ways it can be set up and played with, including taking off all the attachments leaving just the slackline to walk, and practicing your balance from one side all the way across to the other side which is one of the activities my kids really enjoy doing. It's actually very good for strengthening your core, so your kids are getting some exercise without even knowing it. Not to mention it's done wonders for getting their heads out of their video games and getting them up and outside using their imaginations and having fun!" —•••BaRBiE•••
Get it from Amazon for $149.98+ (available in two sizes and a waterproof set with additional attachments).
Promising review: "These are incredible!! I like using the color feature in winter when it's drab outside, but once my gardens bloom, I stick to white. I have purchased these five times, and it's going to be six. I bought the first set two years ago and just purchased my newest set. I put the old ones right next to the sets I just purchased and had never changed the batteries on the original ones...they were still bright so I never needed to. They are beautiful!!" —mosey
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $35.99.
Promising reviews: "We have a neighbor who keeps her Christmas lights on year-round. This gives us privacy on our patio but it doesn’t completely block, which is fine with us. I love the idea that I can plant my garden." —Sandy912
"I normally hate assembling things, but the instructions were clear and the pieces fit perfectly; it was a breeze. The screen is well-made and sturdy. I hung flower pots on it and put pots in the bottom. It’s holding up extremely well to the four or five times a week the flowers get watered. Hasn’t tipped or moved despite some recent high winds. Very happy with the look and quality!" —Lynn L.
Get it from Amazon for $174.77+ (available in two sizes and five colors, including vinyl or real wood options).
Promising review: "This was exactly what we needed for the backyard. It definitely provides enough privacy, and it gives the backyard a very nice ambiance! The leaves completely blend in with the other trees and plants we have in the backyard, and it looks like we made a huge upgrade in our gardening game. I'm now just hoping it can withstand the AZ summer and not fade with the sun (product description does state fade resistant). Don't be hesitant with purchasing; it's totally worth it!!" —Amazon Customer
Get a roll from Amazon for $29.99. You'll need some green zip ties to secure them, too.
BTW, make sure helmets are worn during bump-offs for safety!
Promising reviews: "Loved watching the grandkids bounce around in these things, my 3-year-old grandson thought these were the greatest! Even a few of the older kids squeezed themselves into them. I thought for sure they'd pop under the adult usage, but they didn't!! And these older ones didn't hold back at all!!! Great little game for outside play!" —Bruce & Jennifer
"My adult kids had as much fun as my grandkids !!!! Fun to watch too." —1966bitburgmom
Promising review: "I bought this screen to watch movies outside on my deck. It was easy to assemble, so easy I didn’t even need to look at the directions. I assembled by myself. It came with bags to fill with sand to place on the base of each leg, but I ended up using large bags of rice I had instead and it worked fine. It also came with strings to secure each end in case of wind which I did and it was a breezy day and it held up great." —Sfat
It's recommended for ages 7 and up, and 2–8 people can play at once! Here's how to play: Each person takes a turn flipping a card face-up on a pile in the middle while saying the words “taco,” “cat,” “goat,” “cheese,” “pizza” — in that order. If the card in the middle matches the word being spoken, the players race to slap their hands down on top of all the cards.
Promising reviews: "These are so much fun to have when playing poolside. Don't have to worry about them getting ruined." —Richard Crumb
"I bought these cards because I have young children at home and I prefer durable products. They're also great for adults, especially since game nights often involve food and drinks, and accidents can happen. These cards are perfect! They don’t stain or get dirty, and you can take them anywhere." —MBM
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