1. A triangular sail that'll bring your backyard some much-needed shade *and* drop the temperature a few degrees so you can actually enjoy the outdoors instead of worrying about sprouting a sweat stache.

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The corners of the sails have D rings so you can attach them to whatever you'd like with your choice of hardware or rope.

Promising review: "Purchased this to increase privacy and provide some shade. The color is vibrant and hasn't faded, and the loops are well-stitched. The sail has also faired well in winds, thunderstorms, monsoon rain, and the brutal heat of Vegas. The shade is wonderful, and one can definitely feel the temperature difference from full sun to being under this sail. The look and feel compliments our pool area, and will certainly be purchasing an additional one." —VHC Media

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in dozens of sizes and 16 colors/patterns).

2. Some connectable Edison bulb string lights so you can make your backyard look like your favorite outdoor beer garden — and your guests will love that there's no cover charge!

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Promising review: "I have ordered four boxes of these light sets now. I love love love these lights. They are gorgeous. I plugged them in while in the package to make sure they all worked. Then I unscrewed all the bulbs to make it easy to hang. I hung them up all around my balcony using a staple gun. When I finished I screwed the light bulbs all in :) I would highly recommend these lights. They are PINTEREST perfect!" —Cora

Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in four sizes and four styles). 

3. Solar-powered light-up flowers sure to add some whimsy to any outdoor space. And since they're cordless, you don't have to worry about being in proximity of an outlet. 

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Promising review: "I’ll be purchasing more of these lights! They are unique and very pretty. Bright white color! Reminds me of fireflies floating around!"—Dooleydoes

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.98.

4. A massive inflatable screen from which you can watch all your fave programs. Bust this out for all of your summer Love Island viewings, and I guarantee no one will be late.

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And if you need a projector, this one is affordable and loved by reviewers!

Promising review: "Well worth the money! The screen is crystal clear and is so easy to put up! The mirror screen is an added bonus! We use it at the campground for movie and football nights, and everyone loves it. Only downside is you can't see it during daytime hours." —Amazon customer

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two sizes).

5. A terrazzo firepit so you can partake in your fave outdoor pastime: making s'mores! It sure beats cooking 'em over a regular stove — let me tell you that.

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Promising review: "5/5 stars!! I was nervous to purchase something that had no reviews, but I looked on their page and saw they had other items with good reviews, so I pulled the trigger and bought this beauty, and I’m SO happy I did! One of my favorite purchases. This was the best-priced stone propane fire pit I found. It puts out a good amount of heat to keep me warm watching movies in the backyard with the family. It’s lightweight, so it’s easy to move, too. It doesn’t come with a cover for the propane tank, so I’ll be buying one later, but it’s awesome! Would definitely recommend" —Kat Gerig

Get it from Amazon for $209.99+ (available in three shapes/sizes).

6. A canopy swing that basically looks like a Fisher-Price baby rocker — just for adults. If only it came with a motor to automatically rock you to sleep...

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Promising review: "We love this lounge chair!!! The price was fabulous!! (And just a note... If you take care of your things — i.e. cover up the swing with a tarp and bring the cushions in when not using it — It will stay like new. Sun and rain can age anything! Easy-peasy!!) This lounge swing is so comfortable, and made very well!! And it only took my hubby and I only 25 to 30 minutes to put together. Take my word for it... you are not going to find a nicer lounge swing at this price!!" —Marash

Get it from Amazon for $239.99+ (available in 15 colors).

7. A three-piece patio set with enough room for a small charcuterie spread and bottle of chilled white wine. You know, just ~summer~ stuff.

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Promising review: "I have a pretty small patio off of my bedroom, and this set fits perfectly. It’s already put together; you just open the box and pop open the chairs and table. Sturdy and good quality. Love the color!" —Lea

Get the set from Amazon for $104.99+ (available in six colors).

8. A weatherproof outdoor Wi-Fi extender you can easily mount outdoors so you can take your WFH setup and convert it into a WFO (work from outside) setup without worrying about your internet speed. 

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Promising review: "I must say, I was a bit skeptical when I first purchased this, but after setting it up, I was absolutely amazed. I hooked it up just outside the back door at our main house, and I have incredible service in the garage apartment. Can run all computers, TV. It really is a wonderful device and definitely worth the money!" —Texas 

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (also available with two specialty mounts). 

9. A pair of gravity lounge chairs so you can stretch out in ergonomic fashion. After being bent over your laptop all day like a lil' gremlin, it can do wonders for your lower back!

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Promising review: "I can see why these are so popular — they’re great quality, really comfortable, and easy to use. I wanted something for the people in my family with knee and back issues because Adirondack chairs and old-school lounge chairs sit really low, making getting up out of them a big problem. We got these for the back patio, but we love them so much that we’re getting a second set for the front porch. Great for ALL ages — tested and verified." —Jason Pauer

Get a set of two from Amazon for $99.99 (available in 28 colors).

10. An outdoor area rug that'll add some pizzazz to your patio if otherwise, it's just a bland slab of concrete. 

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Promising review: "Ordered the 7'3" x 10'6" for our rooftop to define some space. Excellent quality. It's durable, comfortable, and hasn’t blown away. It is thicker than most outdoor rugs, so it does get very saturated after heavy rain but it has dried quickly for us lying flat because we get direct sun. It's a great statement piece." —NKG

Get it from Amazon for $37+ (available in 14 sizes and in 3 colors).

11. A fully adjustable portable backyard mister you can coil along a railing or umbrella or even just prop up on the ground next to you. It might not look like much, but it can cool areas off by up to 20 degrees!

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Promising review: "Works exactly how I want it to. Provides a fine, cool mist on the patio, allowing us to enjoy the backyard until sunset without breaking a sweat. Easy to set up. It was out of the box and cooling us off within minutes." —Debra L. Kusek

Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (also available in multipacks). 

12. A compact Weber grill if you don't have a ton of outdoor space but do have super-size grilling ambitions. 

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Promising reviews: "Affordable and reliable. Perfect for our backyard. We prefer charcoal to gas, and we've cooked about everything under the sun on this bad boy. Easy to assemble. Easy to clean. Exactly what we wanted." —Marci Manley

"We love this little grill. It’s a perfect fit for our 10x12-foot patio and it can grill a decent amount of food. All the other reviews helped us decide on this one and we are quite pleased." —Toi Burdick

Get it from Amazon for $141.99+ (available with or without a cover). 

13. A three-piece bar set you can stock with everything you need to whip up tropical drinks. Don't forget the tiny umbrella toothpicks!!

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Promising review: "We ordered two of these outdoor bars for our patio. They look so great put side by side to create one long bar. The instructions could have been a little more helpful but it was fairly easy to figure out. The bar is very sturdy and the shelving inside is great for extra storage. If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive way to improve your outdoor space, this bar is the perfect addition!" —Debbie M.

Get the set from Amazon for $239.99.

14. An umbrella light that'll provide overhead light so you can continue your al fresco gossip sesh long after sunset. 

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Promising review: "When I bought this, it was totally on a whim. I was convinced that because it was so inexpensive, it would be a cheap piece of junk! Was I wrong! It does a great job of lighting up the table with the three different settings. AND, if you turn it upside-down, you can further vary the brightness. (Sometimes you just want a hint of a glow, rather than a spotlight in your face.) I'm very happy with this, especially since I left it out all summer long with no issues. It was hidden under a closed umbrella, but I'm sure it got a little damp with rainwater, and it survived! For just $10, it is such an easy solution for my patio that has no electricity, and therefore, needs something battery powered." —LouiseN

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

15. Some crowd-pleasing flame colorant, so when you run out of s'mores ingredients... you can still get guests to stick around. 

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Magical Flames is a small biz!

PSA: These packets cannot be used in propane or artificial gas log pits. Also, don't cook over them! Save them for after. 

Promising review: "These fire color-changing packets are the backyard secret weapon you never knew you needed! These super colorful wonders turn an ordinary fire into a mesmerizing spectacle that lasts about 45 minutes. Throw in two or three at a time, and you've got a backyard rave that even Mother Nature would RSVP to. A simple yet enchanting way to add a pop of color to your outdoor gatherings!" —Matt Peterson

Get it from Amazon for $8.77+ (available in packs of 5, 10, 12, 25, or 50).

16. An oversized egg chair you'll soon be treating like your very own throne. My advice? Snatch up any and all bells in the house rn so you can summon your roommates/family/significant other to grab you lemonade and grapes.

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Promising review: "LOVE our wicker egg chair! Had been watching a few different egg chairs on the market for two years. Finally made the leap to purchase two of these. We absolutely LOVE them! One reason I purchased this egg chair over others is how wide it is. I can comfortably sit in the chair with one of my teenagers — so it can fit two people. You can use this chair indoor or outdoors." —K Roz

Get it from Amazon for $475.97.

17. Some solar-powered, round garden lights you can pop on your tabletop, in your garden beds, or along your pool for added ambiance. Squint your eyes and it's almost like you're at a resort in Cabo. 

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Promising review: "I put these on our patio and they are breathtakingly beautiful! I really like the colored ones the most. Get so many fabulous compliments! Don’t pass them up. 🥰" —J Thomas

Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and packs of two or four).

18. A quilted hammock because taking a nap outdoors just hits different — especially when you're laying on something as comfortable and plush as a mattress topper.

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What's included: One pillow, two chains, and two S-shaped hooks. Stand is sold separately.

Promising review: "I’ve been looking for a big enough hammock for myself and my husband. This one is perfect! It is light and dries fast. No assembly required! We just used some eye bolts in the trees to hang this. Took about 5 minutes. I am so happy with this order! If you’re thinking about buying it… just buy it!! :)" —joslyn card

Get it from Amazon for $64.89+ (available in six colors/prints).

19. A magnetic barbecue light that'll make it easy to check in on the progress of your burgers and dogs — no phone flashlight necessary. 

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Promising review: "These grill lights are exactly what I needed! They light up the area so well. The magnets are strong, and the ability to direct the light where needed is great. The package they came in is perfect to store them in when not in use! I have recommended these to several people who also think they are great. I was worried they would be cheap and maybe not have a lot of magnetic hold to them, but they do!!" —LC

Get it from Amazon for $27.99.

20. A weather-resistant cedar pathway you can use to connect your patio to other outdoor areas like your garden or hot tub. 

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Promising review: "I've just installed these wooden garden pathways along the side of my house. Everyone just loves them. They give the entrance to the backyard a tropical resort feel. I highly recommend them. Sturdy and durable as well." —Tom Sokolowski

Get a 4-foot path from Amazon for $45.98.

21. A 2-in-1 cooler table so you don't have to make several trips to the kitchen when you're ready for another Topo Chico hard seltzer. Just load it up with ice and you can dump a 12-pack in, easy peasy.

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Oh, and that'll just be the start of your beverage offerings! The 7.5-gallon cooler can store up to forty 12-ounce cans and ice.

Promising review: "These coolers / side tables are quite possibly one of my favorite purchases of the past year! They were super easy to assemble and they hold a ton of beverages and ice. The ice actually stays cool for a good 24 hours. There's a pop-up drain located in the bottom that makes it easy to drain the water when not in use. They're very lightweight and easy to move around to different locations as needed. All of my friends and family that have come over have already purchased them for themselves! I 100% recommend this product and absolutely love them!!" —Stephanie Morris

Get it from Amazon for $52.99+ (also available in black).

22. A weather-resistant end table where you can place your emotional support iced coffee. Sometimes I don't even feel like caffeine, but I like having it anyway. Not sure if that's just a me thing or not, but 🤷‍♀️. 

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Promising review: "Omg this is cute and super easy to assemble. I got the red and kinda wish I had gotten the blue... oh but all the colors are so cute!! Debating buying a second one so each porch chair has its own table. This really is so incredibly versatile. I could see it on a porch, as a minimalist side table, in a kid's room, a place to keep plants... I wouldn't put anything tremendously heavy on it, but as far as tables at this price go, this is the best!" —Meghan McD

Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in 21 colors/styles).

23. An indoor/outdoor bean bag you can sink into once you've scooped up the best burger of the bunch + added a healthy handful of Doritos to your BBQ-approved paper plate.

My Beachside Style / Etsy

My Beachside Style is a Sydney, Australia-based shop with all sorts of island-inspired cushions, pet beds, and tableware.

Promising review: "I bought a large bean bag, and I absolutely love it! You will never find this quality in a big box store. It even looks lovely in a formal living area. So versatile and comfortable. I love most that my purchase supports a person/family and NOT a corporate conglomerate. I can’t wait to buy more products from My Beachside Style." —Julia O'Neill

Get it from My Beachside Style on Etsy for $125.65+ (available in sizes S–L and three colors).

24. A foldable cabana chair that looks like something you'd lounge on at a far-flung resort. So what if you only have three square feet of backyard space?? This baby will transform it.

The Inside

The Inside is a small home furnishings brand that partners with heritage design brands like Scalamandré and Old World Weavers. 

Promising review: "This chair has come with me to the beach, it pops out on a sunny day in my backyard and it stores easily in my garage — it’s a nice weather must have!" —Patricia A.

Get it from The Inside for $124 (originally $155; available in 100 colors/prints).

25. A patterned indoor/outdoor ottoman so durable, you can kick up your feet — shoes and all — without worrying about staining it or being yelled at by your mom for *potentially* staining it.

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Promising reviews: "This perfect for my back patio. Serves as seating or a coffee table, and it’s easy to move around as needed. I recommend!" —townhousequeen

"Every other pouf of this size cost three times as much, so I was hesitant to buy it. It is well-stuffed, comfy, huge, and holds up just fine outside. Highly recommend!" —Jaxtazon

Get it from Amazon for $89.

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.