The 13 Best Solar Bird Bath Fountain Selections For Your Backyard

Last Updated January 11, 2022 By Bella Zinti

A solar bird bath fountain is undoubtedly one of the best ways to attract birds to your yard. The shallow pool of water offers birds a place to bathe, drink, and rest. Plus, the soothing sound of bubbling water and delightful appearance creates a relaxing environment for bird watchers too!

So if you're a true bird lover, it's time to add one of these solar-powered bird bath fountains to your outdoor space. Thanks to these eco-friendly products' solar panels, they don't require any electricity.

The 13 Best Solar Bird Bath Fountains

Gardenised Solar Fountain with Planter Bowl

Best Lightweight 

overall 

4/5

Price

$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Gardenised Solar Fountain with Planter Bowl

Gardenised's Solar Fountain with Planter Bowl makes a great addition to any bird lover's garden. The gentle spray of the bird bath fountain entices birds to take a drink and adds ambient background noise to your home. Beneath the fountain lies a versatile planter bowl that can be filled with plants and flowers. Not to mention, the antique-style lawn ornament adds a touch of style itself. The ornate swirls around the base and vintage-looking metallic finish blend beautifully into any setting. Thanks to a small but mighty solar panel, the bird bath doesn't require any wires or extension cords, meaning it can be placed in any sunny spot around your property.

Material

Plastic

Product Weight

3.5 lb

Size

17 in Diameter; 17 d x 23.75 H x17 W in

What We Like

  • Add flower on the bottom planter bowl for a attractive garden ornament
  • Made of weather-resistant plastic
  • Allows for multiple birds to drink or bathe at the same time
  • Solar powered
  • Simply to install

What We Don't Like

  • Can be flimsy

Solar Fountain Pump

Best Fountain Pump

overall 

4.8/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Solar Fountain Pump

Bring a bit of charm to your garden with this timeless Hornsby Solar Fountain from Ophelia & Co. It's crafted from lightweight fiberglass resin that's incredibly durable and surprisingly easy to move. The artsy garden fountain is lit by a solar-powered LED light and by a solar-powered fountain pump. Placed in the center of a garden bed, it's sure to impress all your house guests upon arrival. Plus, it'll attract all sorts of gorgeous birds to your yard.

Material

N/A

Product Weight

3.5 lb

Size

Solar panel: 7V/1.4W, Diameter: 6.3"

What We Like

  • Solar powered
  • Simple to use and durable
  • Versatile and compact
  • Easy to use as long as sunlight can hit it

What We Don't Like

  • Does not contain backup batteries

Charlton Home Biaver Solar-Lit Bird Bath

Most Budget Friendly

overall 

4.4/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Charlton Home Biaver Solar-Lit Bird Bath

Your feathered friends will love this Biaver Solar-Lit Bird Bath from Charlton Home. Its generous 20-inch diameter water bowl provides enough room for multiple birds. Scalloped engravings and small cutouts along the edge offer the perfect perch for birds of all shapes and sizes. Along the pedestal base, you'll find Fleur-de-Lis scrolls. When the sun goes down, an LED light beneath creates a warm, ambient glow using solar energy harnessed throughout the day. It's crafted from durable polyresin covered with an antique-inspired brushed bronze finish.

Material

Resin

Product Weight

4.8 lb.

Size

33.5'' H x 20'' W x 20'' D

What We Like

  • Easy no tool assembly required
  • A generous 20" diameter water bowl
  • Two built-in amber LEDs at night to illuminate your garden

What We Don't Like

  • Lightweight and can be blown over

Sunnydaze 2-Tier Pineapple Solar Water Fountain

Best Two Tier

overall 

4.1/5

Price

$$$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Sunnydaze 2-Tier Pineapple Solar Water Fountain

If there's one solar bird bath worth splurging on, it's this stunning 2-Tier Pineapple Solar Water Fountain from Sunnydaze. Not only is it equipped with a solar panel, submersible water pump, and a rechargeable battery pack, but it also has a 16-foot power cord for backup on cloudy days. Its two-tiered design boasts a scalloped edge and pineapple top for added elegance and colonial charm. At 46 inches tall, its classic design instantly creates a focal point in your garden, yard, or patio. The fiberglass-reinforced resin comes in three antiqued finishes: black, rust-brown, and earthy tan.

Material

Resin

Product Weight

22 lb.

Size

22.5 x 22.5 x 46

What We Like

  • Made of durable resin and fiberglass to ensure that it is long lasting
  • Solar panel with rechargeable battery pack
  • Easy to set up

What We Don't Like

  • Expensive
  • Lightweight

GAIZERL Solar Bird Bath Fountains

Best With Light

overall 

4.5/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

GAIZERL Solar Bird Bath Fountains

Birds will flock to your fountain day and night with this Gaizerl Solar Bird Bath Fountains, thanks to its seven colors of LED lights and solar-powered bubbler. The solar panel and pump system create an ambient water display without any wiring or operating costs. The solar bird bath bubbler kit comes with eight different nozzles, so you can just use a 360-degree spray topper for a customizable water effect. Needless to say, you'll be happy you added this stylish number to your space come summer.

Material

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

Product Weight

1.43 pounds

Size

5.11 x 5.11 x 1.47 inches

What We Like

  • Equipped with a 4W high-powered solar panel, and a built-in 4000 capacity battery
  • Includes 8 different nozzles to change both the jet height and shape
  • There are 3 filter sponges included, preventing debris from entering the pump
  • 7 colors of the LED lights cycle alternately

What We Don't Like

  • Sprinkle can be small

overall 

4.2/5

Price

$$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Darby Home Co. Saphira Two-Tier Bird Bath

Enjoy the soothing sounds of moving water and chirping birds with the stylish Saphira Two-Tier Bird Bath from Darby Home Co. The sophisticated bronze finish looks great next to a patio, garden path, or deck. It's powered entirely through solar energy, meaning there's no pesky wiring or wasted electricity to worry about. Leave the solar panel to charge for one to two sunny days, and it'll provide up to six hours of continuous run time. Maintenance is easy. Simply drain, wipe down, rinse, and refill! Consider it the perfect housewarming gift for the avid birdwatcher or gardener in your life.

Material

N/A

Product Weight

25.75 lb

Size

30'' H x 21'' W x 21'' D

What We Like

  • The battery will fully charge in 1 to 2 sunny days and will provide up to 6 hours of running time
  • No wiring, simply install and enjoy
  • Low Maintenance
  • Heavy duty

What We Don't Like

  • Expensive
  • It takes 2 gallons of water to fill the bowl

Hi-Line Gift Floral Glass Solar Bird Bath

Most Stylish

overall 

4.9/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Hi-Line Gift Floral Glass Solar Bird Bath 2

Did you know that brightly-colored bird baths attract more birds than simple metal styles? So thanks to a gorgeous flower on top, this Floral Glass Solar Bird Bath from Hi-Line Gift is all-but-guaranteed to entice birds. The wide glass pool balances neatly on a four-legged metal stand. Solar-powered LED lights illuminate the floral design in the dark to keep birds coming day and night.

Material

Glass

Product Weight

8 lb.

Size

2.8'' H x 12.4'' W x 12.4'' D

What We Like

  • Intricate detail and craftsmanship
  • Quick and easy setup
  • Durable glass construction
  • A four-legged metal stand is included
  • Affordable

What We Don't Like

  • Light can be subtle
  • Will need to store indoors during cold weather

SunRay Beacon Point Brushed Bronze Solar Fountain

Best Solar Lighted Birth Bath

overall 

4/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

SunRay Beacon Point Brushed Bronze Solar Fountain

Though most solar bird baths are designed with daytime operation in mind, this Beacon Point Brushed Bronze Solar Fountain from SunRay can be used around the clock. The ornate base and aged bronze finish draw inspiration from antique iron birdbaths. It's equipped with an innovative solar panel with an auto-on/off function when charged. A solar-powered, amber-toned LED light offers a warm glow to enjoy when the sun goes down. Its hollow center pole can be filled with sand to add weight and improve stability.

Material

Polyresin

Product Weight

N/A

Size

19.75 D x 34.25 H x 19.75 W

What We Like

  • Sturdy
  • Affordable
  • Center pole hollow for filling with sand to add weight
  • LED light helps save added energy

What We Don't Like

  • Will need sand
  • Soft light

Rosalind Wheeler Ebeling Country Gardens Bird Bath

Premium Choice

overall 

4.2/5

Price

$$$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Rosalind Wheeler Ebeling Country Gardens Bird Bath

Love bird watching from your window? Place this aesthetically-pleasing Ebeling Country Gardens Bird Bath from Rosalind Wheeler. The concrete bird bath features a timeless design with a weathered stone finish. Two turtles along the bowl's edge add a quirky touch (and can be fully removed if desired). A patented underwater solar panel and pump system harness energy from direct sunlight to recycle water from the hidden reservoir inside. Two fountain heads allow you to switch between a bubbler and umbrella sprayer in just seconds.

Material

Resin

Product Weight

22 Pounds

Size

22.5 x 22.5 x 46 inches

What We Like

  • Available in three colors
  • Made of durable resin and fiberglass to ensure that it is long lasting
  • Solar panel is small enough to easily mount to nearly any surface
  • Solar panel with rechargeable battery pack

What We Don't Like

  • Solar won't last long after the sun goes down

Bungalow Rose Canaseraga Argus Solar Fountain Bird Bath

Best Glass

overall 

4.6/5

Price

$$$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Bungalow Rose Canaseraga Argus Solar Fountain Bird Bath

Add style to your patio with this Canaseraga Argus Solar Fountain Bird Bath from Bungalow Rose. Its bright colors help to attract birds to the relaxing pool. The glass bird bath is made using hand-laid painted tiles, a powerful solar-powered pump, and a lightweight metal stand. Painterly blue and green feathers add an artistic flair to the stand-out piece. To keep the glass bowl looking its best, store it indoors during the winter.

Material

Glass

Product Weight

10 lb.

Size

24'' H x 20'' W x 20'' D

What We Like

  • Glass with hand-laid panted tiles for lasting durability
  • Beautiful design
  • Easy to assemble

What We Don't Like

  • Will need to store indoors during cold weather

Fleur De Lis Living Ahmed Solar Bird Bath

Best Bracket

overall 

4.2/5

Price

$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Fleur De Lis Living Ahmed Solar Bird Bath

Add a touch of style to your outdoor space with this Ahmed Solar Bird Bath from Fleur De Lis Living. The solar-powered fountain is crafted from durable, weather-resistant polyresin built to last but light enough to move easily. Its sturdy base comes equipped with stakes that can be fastened into the ground to prevent tip-overs and spills. Multiple fountain heads allow the solar water pump to create a range of water patterns. The garden ornament feels like an elusive antique store finds thanks to a rustic gray, copper, or green finish.

Material

Polystone

Product Weight

6 lb

Size

28'' H x 20'' W x 20'' D

What We Like

  • The bird bath is made of weather resistant polyresin
  • Tough and durable
  • Lightweight design
  • Multiple fountain heads for different water patterns
  • Easy to assemble

What We Don't Like

  • May not be the best option for windy areas
  • Need to anchor it well or it can flip over in high wind

Canora Grey Grilli Solar Bird Bath

Best Detachable

overall 

4.5/5

Price

$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Canora Grey Grilli Solar Bird Bath

This gorgeous Grilli Solar Bird Bath from Canora Grey makes the perfect focal point in a front garden or backyard. The multifunctional piece features a classic bird bath, a solar-powered LED light fixture, and a hollowed-out base that makes an excellent planter. The lamp post-style solar light automatically turns on at dusk and off at dawn for easy, cord-free lighting. Not only is it stylish, but it's also weather-resistant and ultra-durable too. Bird lovers can choose from rustic bronze and antique blue finishes that complement any outdoor space.

Material

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC)

Product Weight

26 lb.

Size

24.5'' H x 17.8'' W x 17.8'' D

What We Like

  • Weather-resistant
  • Eco-friendly solar bulb automatically turns on at dusk and shuts off at dawn

What We Don't Like

  • Doesn't have water trickle

Gada Acadia Birdbath

Best Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete

overall 

4.5/5

Price

$$$

Durability

Ease of Use

Value

Gada Acadia Birdbath

This Gada Acadia Birdbath is a charming garden accessory with immense aesthetic appeal and compelling visual charisma. It has a gorgeous and exquisite structural design that is pleasing to look at, while its sleek and practical build makes it space-efficient, ensuring ease of accommodation. The solar found features a patented underwater integral Gada panel and pump system that uses a low-voltage water pump with a filter. It does not require any wiring. Without electricity, there are no operating costs, wiring, or complicated installation. The soothing sound of gently running water will put your mind at ease while you kick your feet up to sip a coffee, read a book, or enjoy a bit of backyard birdwatching.

Material

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC)

Product Weight

26 lb.

Size

24.5'' H x 17.8'' W x 17.8'' D

What We Like

  • Can be sprayed down with a hose
  • Recycles water from the hidden reservoir
  • A pump system that uses a low-voltage water pump with a filter

What We Don't Like

  • Need to anchor it well or it can flip over in high wind
  • Not recommended for high window areas

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About the author

Bella has a Bachelors degree in interior design, is a master gardener. She designs nourishing outdoor & indoor spaces guided by the practice of Feng Shui.

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