Brightness depends on the area you need to cover and its purpose.
For general security over a backyard or driveway (e.g., 20' x 20' area), a light with 2000-3000 lumens is often sufficient.
For larger areas like a parking lot or sports court, or for high-security applications, you may need 5000-10,000+ lumens and potentially multiple fixtures.
Pro Tip: Think of lumens as "light output." A higher lumen count means a brighter light. We provide recommended area coverage for each of our models in the product description.
