Can I use this in my room during a power outage? How well does it light up?
1710327
I've used it in a power outage and it's powerful enough to light a room well enough to do most things. It has a little strap on it so we hung it from the ceiling fan and were able to get ready for work just fine.
1710328
Works quite well. If you have a way to hang it upside down higher than it would ordinarily set on a table, it will give a broader coverage. It has a hook for hanging.
1710329
With full batteries it will light up a medium sized room quite nicely. I mean, it will still be dimly lit, but it beats the heck out of candles, and less dangerous too. I once brought this light over to a Peace Corps friends house, turned it on, and she said, "Wow! It's like a real light!" (none of us had power : ) ). Something to keep in mind with this light is there is a small green LED on the side which flashes every 5 seconds or so to help you find it in the dark. It's a very small power drain but it IS still a drain so if you're storing the light for months and months at a time it's best to do it with the batteries - or at least one battery - out.
1710330
Subjective question. Can see to walk safely within 8 ft and can read a book. Good performance hanging inverted in a tent.
1710331
With full batteries it will light up a medium sized room quite nicely. I mean, it will still be dimly lit, but it beats the heck out of candles, and less dangerous too. I once brought this light over to a Peace Corps friends house, turned it on, and she said, "Wow! It's like a real light!" (none of us had power : ) ). Something to keep in mind with this light is there is a small green LED on the side which flashes every 5 seconds or so to help you find it in the dark. It's a very small power drain but it IS still a drain so if you're storing the light for months and months at a time it's best to do it with the batteries - or at least one battery - out. With full batteries it will light up a medium sized room quite nicely. I mean, it will still be dimly lit, but it beats the heck out of candles, and less dangerous too. I once brought this light over to a Peace Corps friends house, turned it on, and she said, "Wow! It's like a real light!" (none of us had power : ) ). Something to keep in mind with this light is there is a small green LED on the side which flashes every 5 seconds or so to help you find it in the dark. It's a very small power drain but it IS still a drain so if you're storing the light for months and months... » Read More With full batteries it will light up a medium sized room quite nicely. I mean, it will still be dimly lit, but it beats the heck out of candles, and less dangerous too. I once brought this light over to a Peace Corps friends house, turned it on, and she said, "Wow! It's like a real light!" (none of us had power : ) ). Something to keep in mind with this light is there is a small green LED on the side which flashes every 5 seconds or so to help you find it in the dark. It's a very small power drain but it IS still a drain so if you're storing the light for months and months at a time it's best to do it with the batteries - or at least one battery - out. « Show Less
1710332
Yes, definitely. It is the best out there in terms of light output and portability.However, avoid looking into light directly. It is too bright up close. Hanging it onto some sort of hook in roof is the best option.
1549847
Yes, in a pinch (power outage, etc.). It's the best emergency light I have, though I wouldn't recommend it as a full-time desk lamp.
1114703
It has to be pretty dim for it to come on. I think it would not work unless you left the room light off.
1964268
I use it during outages, in an unlit shed during the winter months. For reading you would need it close to you, similar to a flashlight. It is a low powered LED light that would light up a room large enough to find your way through without running into doors, etc. I have been pleased with mine for what I purchased them for. I have not figured out the remotes yet though. Hope this helps.
1296978
I'm not sure if I've had a power outage yet, but I've had it installed for at least 4-5 months and Haven't noticed a problem. They may be referring to the time "stopping" when the power goes out. It's a mechanical timer, I believe, so it will be susceptible to this issue.Let me know if you have any other questions. I use two of them to control some night time pendant lights at my office. Perfect for what my needs!
1585106
It's not bad at all, a lot better than others I've seen. We have it in the bedroom and it lights up the room great.
1771945
I do not use it inside the bedrooms, its outside in the hallway. It just looked at mine and the display does not light up until you push and hold the level button. There is a green LED deep inside that is lit all the time, but it should not keep anyone up. It would not even pass as a night light. I will see if I can attach a customer image to the amazon page.
1013613
I have not used it outdoors at night time in that type of lighting situation however I use it to light my entire main floor of my home when we have a power outage and I find it very sufficient lighting.
1218431
It operates as a night light as well as an emergency light when the power goes out. However, my power has not gone out since installing it so I do not know if it truly works. But it is lite when I turn my lights out at night.
2241604
It's bright enough to light up a decent size room. However, may not have a high enough output to use for reading. It's a great light for camping and excellent for power outages.
583436
Hi. I think the light stays on as long as it is plugged in. I don't think it goes out when the device if fully charged, but I could be wrong. To be honest, I never paid attention. It is fairly bright, though. You wouldn't want to charge overnight in a bedroom. I usually plug mine in in the kitchen. Good luck!
1412762
yes, it does light up the room but is better if it is a small room. Very nice I do like it!
372242
It's pretty bright, but it's not going to illuminate a whole room like a lamp. With it on I am able to see around my sons room well enough to avoid tripping over something.
1503245
General light in a room is all it needs to power up. It doesn't need direct sunlight
919148
I would have to say no. It's more of a spotlight. It's good for lighting up a table top for when you're doing crafts or sewing, but it wouldn't light the whole room.
609785
I use mine over a table in a craft room. It provides enough light for my tasks at night and is very pretty! It is a plug in light and is not hard-wired so it does not have the versatility of a dimmer switch as you might need in a children's nursery when changing diapers at night.
2247343
No this does not light up. It works great and would be perfect for a bathroom. It doesn't do great in big rooms. More for individual rooms or an apartment. Easy to use and not lights!!