Ok, my backyard spotlights needed replaced and I had immediate need for light out back.I suspected skunks were digging for grubs. These lights may not have deterred critters ( may have lit the way to find easier,lol) but I am sure they kept neighbors and serial killers away! You could land planes with these they were that bright. So far, they are working even with rainy weather. Still have mystery holes in ground, but I am happy to have a nice bright light for back yard until I replace floodlighSee full review