A mini-light is a small, 2.5-volt incandescent bulb. These bulbs are not much different from any incandescent flashlight bulb (see below for details).

What are mini lights used for?

Standard mini lights are a budget friendly lighting option, ideal for decorating and craft projects that don’t require commercial grade durability. These lights do not have lamp locks which means bulbs could come loose more easily than other incandescent mini lights.

What are mini string lights?

• Mini string lights have small bulbs and have remained popular for the past few decades.
• Wide-angle LED mini lights have low-profile, conical bulbs that give off more light than some varieties and blend seamlessly into their surroundings when not in use.