Biling Solar Fountain for Bird Bath, Solar Panel Kit Outdoor Solar Water Pump with 4ft Tubing for Hummingbird Bath, Small Pond and Fish TankGlobal Recycled StandardGlobal Recycled StandardGlobal Recycled Standard

The media could not be loaded. I read all the reviews before I purchased this, and in spite of the complaints about random shadows ceasing the fountain activity, I bought it anyway. The reviews are true and correct, any slight interference with the sun (passing clouds, overcast skies, my own shadow, etc.) does cause the pump to halt immediately. This solar panel does not store the suns power - not even a smidge - so if that's what you need, this is not the product for you. However, for my purposes, this is perfect. My goal was to create a hummingbird fountain and provide a daily water source for my hummers and butterflies. I don't need the pump to run at night, that would just cause faster evaporation. Even when the pump is not running, there is still a water source for my friends, as I have it set up to keep a small bowl full. When the sun shines again, the pump resumes it's purpose of recycling the water and keeps it moving. I can't really speak to longevity yet because I've only had this for about a week now and so far it has not disappointed. If it does, I'll come back and update.The pump arrived on time and was neatly packaged. All the parts were there and in perfect condition. Comes with a little instruction manual too and was very easy to assemble. I included a measuring tape with my pictures to show the panel size, it is pretty small, but it does the job as intended. I do wish the cord was longer because I would love to have mounted the panel on my roof - once the sun sets past my awning my little fountain is done for the day. The clear hose has a curve to it from being in the package which resulted in the fountain not shooting straight up, it wants to maintain the curve resulting in a lop-sided spray. To resolve this, I found a small piece of red PVC laying around and ran the clear hose up through it to keep it pointed straight up - worked perfect.I saw a review or two that said the tips don't fit the hose but after a bit of persuasive wiggling the tip went on and worked as advertised. In fact the tips worked so well that they sprayed higher than I needed for this project so I did a bit of modifying to my hose and PVC contraption until I got the spray height I wanted. Again, keep in mind that the height of the spray is directly related to the strength of the sun. Strong sun = strong spray. And I can switch the tips whenever I want. Btw, there is no ON-OFF switch on this, but not to worry, once the water at the bottom of the planter (or pond or whatever you use) gets too low, the pump automatically shuts off so that it doesn't burn itself out. I like that a lot.So, I guess it's all about what you will be using it for. I am super happy with mine and plan to create another fountain for my rock garden. I will be buying again.

This is a wonderful kit. The 4.5 watt is perfect for my needs and the glass solar panel is what sold me. Also, FINALLY, they had the smarts to have a screw cover coupling so that in a driving rain, the gasket is shielded from water.I am very happy with this kit!

Fast shipping, good price, clear instructions, easy set up with choice of spray heads.. Pump is strong for this small unit. Only works in full sunlight.Glad I bought it !

Don't waste your money on this product. It is not as described. It is not able to be used for a fountain or small pond. They don't tell you that it can only be put into a few inches of water. It lasted two days. It arrived with a message taped to the back of the solar panel that if it did not work to get in touch with them and they would get back to you as soon as possible. When a product arrives with a message like that on a sticker on the back of it that means it will not work. They have not gotten back to me. I have six other pumps and never had any trouble with any of them. This one is junk. I had to give it one star to continue but I would not give it one if I didn't have to.

I just ordered another one of these little fountains because I cut the cord on my first lol.. but I wanted to leave a review and just let everybody know this little Fountain is awesome! Works beautifully, so well I just ordered another! LOL I have a Lily Pond and it has Pond soil at the bottom, and this little fountain stands up to it like a champ! I very rarely even have to rinse the sponge because it's clogged. Five stars, highly recommend!

While it was working, it was great! I am not sure exactly why it stopped working, but I cannot get it to work again. The indicator light comes on when it is connected to the solar panel, but it doesn't pump the water anymore.

this does what i wanted when it works but it seems like it has to have good direct sun light to work. now it has stopped working so i'll try and figure out why.update to my review--- i figured out how to open and found a filter that i cleaned and yes it needs good direct sunlight but now it is back doing all i need it to do. this seller offered a refund and that is more than expected and thanks for the offer but i'll keep it now that i know how to clean when needed.

After reading mixed reviews, I still ordered the solar pump.Works as expected, as others have mentioned the pump only works well in the sun. The two included pictures are July in Florida, almost 1 1/2 ft fountain to almost nothing as cloud rolls in.I’m happy with purchase, works as intended, anything stronger empties bird bath.