They do not look like the bulbs in the picture. I opened the box to a ratsnest of cheap looking lights. Decided to try to use them anyway since we were just wrapping trees at a secluded pond. Got them positioned the way we wanted and then they didn't even work!Can’t see the lights unless it’s pitch black basically. Very dim, even with brand new batteriesThis product was a great size for our bedroom. We could wrap the whole thing around the walls with plenty to spare.The remote is a great feature because we attached the battery case high on the wall and don’t have to reach for it every time we need to turn it on or off.The lights create a soft glow, partly due to the encasing around the bulb. We like it like this because it creates a peaceful and glowing look at night. That being said, during the day, the glow doesn’t add any brightness to the room and the color becomes much more orange. So they don’t work as well or look as nice when it’s light out.The bulbs are slightly smaller than anticipated, but still very nice. When off, they're white plastic which helps them blend into my walls a bit better. when on, the lights put off a nice warm orangey white color that I really like. If you're looking for true "white light", these will not be for you. But If you want a nice cozy vibe for a dorm room, living room, or patio then these would be great! The string is quite long, so be sure to have a plan for the excess! I just doubled up a section and it doesn't look great, but with better planning you could avoid this issue.Another huge plus: the remote works perfectly with the product. Sometimes with these cheap lights you might get a standard remote and have to guess which button does what, but this one matches the description perfectly. Some of the light mode descriptions are a bit off, for instance "twinkle/flash" was more of a strobe light lol. Still, there are plenty of options to choose from and the brightness is adjustable so you can find something you like. All in all a great addition to my room!