GlobaLink FT4-500MCL-31 50m 500-LED Colour-Changing String Lights

Colour-Changing: GlobaLink FT4-500MCL-31 string lights combine a 50-metre strand with 500 LEDs and remote-controlled colour and lighting options. Their listed timers and dimming settings offer more control over seasonal displays, while the outdoor-use claims come with an important limitation: the power supply and controller are not waterproof.

At a glance

The listing describes 11 lighting modes, four dimming levels and a memory function for the last setting.
Colour choices are described as warm white, multicolour and mixed colours, with three timer options.
Remote control is listed, with a claimed maximum range of 4m.
The listed strand is 50 metres long with 500 LEDs.

Price

£33.14Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£38.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A long 50-metre strand and 500 LEDs can suit larger trees or garden displays where a shorter string may not reach.
Dimming and multiple timer schedules provide options for adjusting brightness and daily run time.
A remote is listed for changing settings without reaching the controller.

Cons

The power supply and controller are specifically described as not waterproof, limiting where those parts can be placed outdoors.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Identity
Brand	GlobaLink
Model	FT4-500MCL-31

Lighting and use
LED count	500
Colour	Multicolor
Lighting features	11 Lighting modes, Colour Changing, Dimmable, Timer, Waterproof
Indoor or outdoor use	Indoor, Outdoor
Light source	LED

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	Bluetooth
Control methods listed	Remote

Power and battery
Power configuration	Corded Electric

Dimensions and installation
Length	50 Metres
Form factor	String

Materials and protection
Water resistance listed	Waterproof
Material listed	Copper

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about the included tie quantity: the details list 50 ties, while the detailed package description lists 25. The storage wheel, UK plug and manual are named only in the detailed package description, so check the selected listing's contents. Although IP44 and waterproof claims appear, the power supply and controller are explicitly not waterproof. Bluetooth is listed but its function is not explained, and the title's colour-changing wording sits alongside details describing several selectable colour combinations.

What’s in the box

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers decorating a long tree, patio or garden area who want a mains-powered multicolour string with remote controls, dimming and timers.
Seasonal decorators who prefer multiple lighting modes and scheduled on/off periods.

Less suited to

People needing every component to withstand rain or water exposure, since the power supply and controller are not waterproof.
Buyers who require app or Bluetooth control with a clearly described function.

GlobaLink FT4-500MCL-31 50m 500-LED Colour-Changing String Lights · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 217 ratings

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4 stars10%10%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars5%5%
1 star11%11%

Customer feedback highlights vibrant colours and attractive appearance, but opinions on quality, durability and value are mixed. Some customers reportedly say the lights stopped working after just over a year. For a 50-metre, 500-LED seasonal display, that reported durability concern may matter to buyers planning repeated use, while the listed timer and dimming features describe functionality rather than proving long-term reliability.

Positive themes

Customers reportedly praise the appearance and vibrant colours.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on build quality and durability is mixed, including reports of lights stopping after just over a year.
Opinions on value for money are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

Can these lights be used outdoors?

The listing describes the lights as suitable for indoor and outdoor use and gives an IP44 claim. It also says the power supply and controller are not waterproof, so keep those parts protected from rain and water.

What lighting controls are listed?

The listing describes 11 lighting modes, four brightness levels, remote control and three timer schedules. It also claims a memory function for the last setting.

What is included?

The details list a remote and 50 20cm cable ties. A separate package description names 25 ties, a storage wheel, a UK plug and a manual as well, so confirm the contents for the selected listing.