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Best christmas lights with remote let you change modes, brightness and colors from across the room. This guide looks at string lights that include a remote, in lengths from 20 ft to 328 ft. Each pick lists what its remote controls, from modes to timers.
We compared listing details for length, LED count, remote control, modes, brightness and timer. We kept only lights that included a remote in the listing. Read more in our editorial policy, or see our main best christmas lights guide for more choices.
Top 3 Christmas Lights with Remote to Start With
Dazzle Bright Outdoor Christmas String Lights 1000 LED 328 FT
- 1000 LED lights on a 328 ft wire
- Remote sets modes, timer, brightness and speed
- IP44 waterproof rating
LitHome Color Changing Christmas String Lights 66 FT
- 200 LED lights on 66 ft
- 44-key remote
- 17 solid colors and 18 multicolors
Dazzle Bright Smart Color Changing Christmas Lights 66 FT
- 200 LED lights on 66 ft
- 44-key remote plus Bluetooth app
- 16 million colors
How We Score
| Criterion | Weight | What we look at |
|---|---|---|
| length and LED count | 30% | How long the string is and how many LED lights it has |
| remote control | 30% | What the included remote controls, from modes to timer |
| modes and brightness | 20% | How many modes there are and how brightness can change |
| weather and build | 20% | What water rating and material the listing gives for outdoor use |
Remote Control String Lights Compared
| Product | Best For | Score | Type | Key spec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dazzle Bright Outdoor Christmas String Lights 1000 LED 328 FT | Best Overall | 9.2 | String Lights | 328 ft 1000 LED | View |
 LitHome Color Changing Christmas String Lights 66 FT | Best Color Choice | 8.9 | String Lights | 66 ft 200 LED | View |
 Dazzle Bright Smart Color Changing Christmas Lights 66 FT | Best Smart Remote | 8.6 | String Lights | 79 ft 200 LED | View |
 Guhope Christmas Lights 66 FT 200 LED Multicolor | Best Timer Remote | 8.3 | String Lights | 66 ft multicolor | View |
 Indoor String Lights with Remote Warm White 33 FT | Best Dimming Remote | 8.0 | String Lights | 33 ft 100 LED | View |
 Solhice Battery Operated Christmas Lights with Remote 20 FT | Best Battery Remote | 7.7 | String Lights | 20 ft 50 LED | View |
Dazzle Bright Outdoor Christmas String Lights 1000 LED 328 FT
- 1000 LED lights on a 328 ft wire
- Remote sets modes, timer, brightness and speed
- 8 lighting modes
- IP44 waterproof for rain and snow
- 328 ft needs a large house or yard
- Warm white only, no multicolor option is listed
- No color changing is listed
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 5 watts |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IP44 |
This set has 1000 LED lights on a 328 ft wire, plus a 17 ft lead cord, for a total of 345 ft. Bulbs sit 3.9 inch apart, and the warm white lights suit a tree, home, garden, porch and yard. A wireless remote sets modes, timer, brightness and speed. Eight lighting modes cover combination, waves, sequential, slow glow, chasing and flash, slow fade, twinkle and flash, and steady on.
The listing gives an IP44 waterproof rating for rain and snow, and a 29V low voltage plug. The set runs on corded power at 5 watts. No color changing is listed for this warm white set. Score: length and LED count 10, remote control 10, modes and brightness 8, weather and build 8.
Who the 1000 LED Warm White fits best
Choose this if you want the longest warm white string with a full remote.
Who should skip the 1000 LED Warm White
Skip this if you want color changing lights or a smaller string.
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LitHome Color Changing Christmas String Lights 66 FT
- 17 solid colors and 18 festive multicolors
- 44-key wireless remote
- Timer with 4, 6 or 8 hour options
- IPX7 waterproof rating
- 66 ft needs linking for a very long run
- No lead cord length is listed
- No brightness range in percent is listed
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Control Method | Remote |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IPX7 |
| Material Type | Polyvinyl Chloride |
This LitHome set has 200 LED lights on a 66 ft string, with a choice of 17 solid colors and 18 festive multicolors. Solid colors include 2600K soft warm white with 3 lighting modes. An upgraded 44-key wireless remote changes the color and lighting mode with a press. Speed and brightness are adjustable, with 4 brightness levels in steady on mode.
A built-in timer sets 4, 6 or 8 hours on, and a memory function saves the last color and mode. The set can connect end to end to 3 bundles. The listing gives an IPX7 waterproof rating. Score: length and LED count 9, remote control 8, modes and brightness 9, weather and build 10.
Who the LitHome Color String fits best
Choose this if you want many colors and a 44-key remote.
Who should skip the LitHome Color String
Skip this if you want a longer string or a plug-in only remote.
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Dazzle Bright Smart Color Changing Christmas Lights 66 FT
- 16 million colors and multiple scenes
- 44-key remote plus Bluetooth app
- Music sync mode included
- IP44 water resistance
- 66 ft needs linking for a very long run
- App control needs a phone
- No connectable run is listed
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Control Method | Remote Control |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IP44 |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
This smart set has 200 LED lights on a 66 ft string, with a 13.1 ft lead wire for a total of 79 ft. It offers 16 million colors and multiple scenes for Christmas and Halloween, as listed. A 44-key remote and a Bluetooth app both control the lights, with group control, DIY customization, scene settings and music sync in the app. Music sync uses a built-in microphone, as listed.
The listing gives an IP44 water resistance rating for indoor and outdoor use. The set runs on corded power. The listing does not name a connectable run for this set. Score: length and LED count 9, remote control 9, modes and brightness 8, weather and build 8.
Who the Dazzle Smart String fits best
Choose this if you want smart colors with an app and a remote.
Who should skip the Dazzle Smart String
Skip this if you want a longer string or a linkable run.
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Guhope Christmas Lights 66 FT 200 LED Multicolor
- 200 multicolor LED lights on 66 ft
- Remote and timer included
- 4 brightness levels from 25 to 100 percent
- Memory saves the last setting
- 66 ft needs linking for a very long run
- No lead cord length is listed
- No color count is listed
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 6 watts |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IP44 |
| Item Length | 66 feet |
This Guhope set has 200 multicolor LED lights on a 66 ft string. Eight lighting modes cover steady on, in wave, sequential, slow glow, chasing flash, fade, twinkle flash and combination. Three timer functions are listed, including 4 hrs on and 20 hrs off. Four brightness levels run from 25 percent to 100 percent, and a memory mode saves the last setting.
The listing gives an IP44 waterproof rating, and the set runs on corded power at 6 watts. A remote and a timer come with the set, as listed. The listing does not name a lead cord length or a color count. Score: length and LED count 8, remote control 9, modes and brightness 8, weather and build 8.
Who the Guhope Multicolor fits best
Choose this if you want a multicolor string with timer and brightness control.
Who should skip the Guhope Multicolor
Skip this if you want color changing or a longer string.
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Indoor String Lights with Remote Warm White 33 FT
- 100 warm white LED lights on 33 ft
- Remote with 4 dimming levels
- 8 dynamic patterns
- Auto on and off timer
- 33 ft is shorter than other picks in this guide
- Warm white only, no multicolor option is listed
- No connectable run is listed
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 29 volts |
| Wattage | 6 watts |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IP44 |
This set has 100 warm white LED lights on a 33 ft string, with a clear PVC wire that blends with the background. Eight dynamic patterns cover combination, in waves, sequential, and more, as listed. A remote controls 4 dimming levels from 100 percent to 25 percent, and an auto on and off timer turns the lights on and off each day. The set is plug-in, with no battery refills.
The listing gives an IP44 waterproof rating for rain and snow, and the set runs on 29 volts and 6 watts. The plug should stay dry under the eaves or under a weatherproof cover. The listing does not name a connectable run. Score: length and LED count 7, remote control 9, modes and brightness 8, weather and build 8.
Who the Warm White Fairy String fits best
Choose this if you want a warm white string with dimming and a timer.
Who should skip the Warm White Fairy String
Skip this if you want multicolor lights or a longer string.
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Solhice Battery Operated Christmas Lights with Remote 20 FT
- 2 pack with 50 LED lights on each 20 ft string
- Remote with 8 modes
- Timer sets 6 hours on and 18 hours off
- Dark green wire blends with branches
- 20 ft per string is the shortest pick
- 3 AA batteries are not included
- 50 LED lights per string cover a smaller area
| Light Source Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 4.5 volts |
| Wattage | 1.5 watts |
| Ingress Protection Code Rating | IP44 |
This 2 pack has 50 LED lights on each 20 ft string, for 40 ft and 100 LED lights in total. Bulbs sit 4 inch apart on a dark green wire that blends with tree branches. A remote controls 8 modes, including combination, twinkle and steady on. A dark green battery box hides in the branches, and 3 AA batteries are not included.
A timer sets 6 hours on and 18 hours off each day. The listing gives an IP44 water resistance rating for outdoor and indoor use. The set runs on battery power at 4.5 volts and 1.5 watts. Score: length and LED count 6, remote control 9, modes and brightness 8, weather and build 8.
Who the Solhice Battery String fits best
Choose this if you want battery lights with a remote for a wreath or garland.
Who should skip the Solhice Battery String
Skip this if you want a plug-in string or a longer run.
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Using the Remote on Your Christmas Lights
What the Remote Changes
A remote can change modes, colors, brightness, speed and timer, depending on the listing. Some remotes offer only modes and timer, while others offer color and brightness too. Check the remote list in the listing before you buy.
Modes and Colors
Eight modes are common in this guide, and color changing sets offer many solid colors and multicolors. A warm white set offers one color, while a color changing set offers 17 solid colors and more. Pick the color range that fits your tree.
Brightness and Speed
Some remotes offer 4 brightness levels, from 25 percent to 100 percent. Speed can change how fast a mode moves, where the listing names it. Pick a brightness range that suits a movie night or a party.
Timer and Memory
A timer sets hours on and off, such as 6 hours on and 18 hours off. A memory function saves the last color and mode, where the listing names it. Set the timer once, then let the lights turn on and off each day.
Remote Range and Batteries
A remote works from across a room, and some remotes list a range in feet or meters. A remote may need a CR2032 battery, as listed for one pick in this guide. Check the remote battery and range in the listing before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best christmas lights with remote pick for a large tree?
A long string suits a large tree, such as the 1000 LED Warm White set with a 328 ft wire and a remote. A 66 ft string also works for a medium tree.
How does a remote fairy lights set work?
A remote fairy lights set uses a remote to change modes, brightness and timer without reaching for a plug. The Warm White Fairy String in this guide uses a remote for 4 dimming levels and 8 patterns.
Can a remote control string lights set change colors?
Yes, some sets in this guide change colors from a remote, such as the LitHome Color String with 17 solid colors and 18 multicolors. Warm white sets in this guide do not list color changing.
Do Christmas lights with remote sets need batteries for the remote?
Some remotes in this guide need a battery, such as the LitHome Color String remote, which lists 1 CR2032 battery included. Check the listing for the remote battery before you buy.
Final Verdict
For the best christmas lights with remote overall, the 1000 LED Warm White set leads with a 328 ft wire and a full remote. If you want many colors, the LitHome Color String is a strong alternate, and the Dazzle Smart String suits a home that wants smart color and music sync.
Looking for something else? Explore more holiday decor guides.
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