These string lights are more than just string lights, the big repellent pods are an amazing mash up. I needed to replace my old string lights and decided to go with these. First I must point out the quality of these and the sturdiness of the string and bulbs are great, these do feel much heavier than others but they are easy to hang up. The repellent pods are very classy looking and the light out put a phenomenal. The overal length and coverage area one strand provides just adds to the value of these. They are a little on the pricey side but I think they are well worth it.