OHLUX Smart Outdoor Dimmer for String Lights, 360W, IP65, Timer

For patio string lights you want to dim and have switch on around sunset, the OHLUX outdoor dimmer combines automatic light sensing with plug-in control. A built-in sensor turns lights on at sunset and off at sunrise. Want a simple way to avoid switching them by hand each evening? Choose the automatic dusk-to-dawn operation, or use one of the timer settings for a timed evening routine.

Quick overview

This plug-in dimmer is made for outdoor string lights and has a maximum working power of 360 W. Its rotary actuator lets you adjust brightness, while the memory function retains the previous brightness setting—even if the wall switch is turned off. That means your preferred light level is ready again without frequent readjustment.

The IP65-rated, weatherproof design is intended for outdoor use. In a patio setup, plug the dimmer into the power source, connect the string lights, and use the light sensor or timer settings to manage when they operate. The product is specified for 120 V, so consider that rating when choosing where to use it and check that the combined wattage of the connected lights stays within 360 W.

Quick sizing guide

To work out whether your string lights fit the dimmer’s capacity, add the wattage of the connected lights and keep the total at or below 360 W. Use the wattage shown for each strand or bulb when calculating the combined load, this is more useful than judging by the number of lights alone, since bulb wattages can vary. The dimmer is a practical choice when you want to manage several strings together, provided their total load stays within its stated maximum.

Who it’s for

This OHLUX dimmer suits people setting up patio string lights who want both adjustable brightness and less hands-on switching. The dusk-to-dawn sensor is useful for lights that should follow natural daylight, while the three timer choices—1, 3, or 5 hours—offer a set duration for evenings when you prefer timed operation. It’s a good fit if you want to retain a chosen brightness level between uses as well.

Compared with a basic plug that only supplies power, this dimmer adds brightness adjustment and automatic or timed operation in one device. Its plug-in format is suited to a string-light setup where you want those controls at the power connection rather than relying only on manual switching.

Before you decide

How does the dusk-to-dawn setting work? A built-in light sensor turns the connected patio lights on at sunset and off at sunrise, so this setting follows daylight rather than requiring a manual on/off action each evening.

What timer durations can I choose? The dimmer offers 1-hour, 3-hour, and 5-hour timer modes. Select the duration that suits your evening lighting routine.

Will it remember my brightness setting? Yes. The memory function retains the previous brightness, including when the wall switch is turned off, so you can return to your preferred setting without adjusting it again.

When it makes sense

Choose this dimmer for an outdoor string-light arrangement where adjustable brightness, dusk-to-dawn switching, or a timed evening schedule would make daily use more convenient. Its 360 W maximum, IP65 weatherproof design, timer choices, and brightness memory bring several useful controls to a single plug-in unit.