Mars vs Mercury vs Ares: Area & Path Solar
Match the fixture to the task: Mars is a smart area/parking system with sensors and controls; Mercury is a tall solar area light for lots and open spaces; Ares is a garden/path solar fixture for lower-mount pedestrian areas. Mounting height, coverage, and smart features drive the choice.
This comparison helps you pick the right 360 Solar area/path series.
At a glance
| Series | Best for |
|---|---|
| Mars | Smart area/parking (sensors/controls) |
| Mercury | Tall area light, lots/open spaces |
| Ares | Garden/path, pedestrian-scale |
How to choose
Mars is the smart area and parking system, integrating sensors and controls for adaptive operation and (with smart-pole options) security or connectivity. Mercury is the tall area light for parking lots and open spaces needing higher mounting and wider coverage. Ares is the lower-mount garden and path fixture for pedestrian-scale, glare-free light. Coverage area, mounting height, and smart-feature needs decide; a layout confirms the fit and the solar sizing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose between Mars, Mercury, and Ares?
Match the fixture to the task — Mars (smart area/parking with sensors), Mercury (tall area light for lots), Ares (garden/path pedestrian fixture). Height, coverage, and smart features decide.
Which is best for smart parking?
Mars, with sensors and controls.
Which is best for open lots?
Mercury, a tall area light for lots and open spaces.
Which suits paths and gardens?
Ares, a lower-mount pedestrian fixture.
How is the solar sized for each?
To the fixture's nightly load and the site's worst month, confirmed by the layout.
Request an area/path layout. Get it at 360solarlighting.com/free-quote.