Customer reviews from Staples
TRU RED - Brightwell 5-in-1 Productivity LED Desk Light - White
Average customer rating
4
(151 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 151 reviews
5 Stars
65
4 Stars
52
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
11
1 Star
9
50%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for TRU RED - Brightwell 5-in-1 Productivity LED Desk Light - White
Customer Rating
5
BUSYmeansBUSY
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: T.W.
from Corpus Christi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had the opportunity to use the BRIGHTWELL 5-in-1 Productivity Light through Steller Product Testing Program. My first thought about this product was how did I not have this in my life before? As a mother I use my laptop exclusively at night while my little is sleeping. Before I used BRIGHTWELL Light I had to turn on the kitchen lights and living room light to see the screen on my laptop without straining my eyes. With the BRIGHTWELL Light I can illuminate the area around my screen without needing to turn on other lights. It has made the experience of using my laptop relaxing with the various light modes and functions. I really liked the Breathing Mode which expands the light for a few seconds and holds it then contracts again simulating deep breaths. The Busy mode would be extremely useful in a workplace setting with collaborative seating. I will note that the monitor screen installation did not work on my Apple MacBook Pro and I had to plug the light into the cable via the wall outlet because the USB-C cable doesn’t plug directly into my laptop. Perhaps have another cable included to make the Light more compatible with Apple products. Also I would have like a small storage bag to place the light and cable in when not in use. I had a soft bag from a cell phone case I was able to use for storage but would be a nice touch to include with the Light. Overall I am satisfied with this product and would recommend to both remote in office workers and anyone that burns the midnight oil and needs a boast of light.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Productivity Light
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: N.W.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Brightwell Light was something I didn't know I needed. I work from home and am on my device while my children are home for part of the day. The busy feature of this light has made it possible for me to be in meetings while wordlessly telling them when I can and cannot talk to them. My favorite thing though is that it can mount to a laptop and can stand freely. The sleek modern design fits perfectly on my desk and doesn’t take up much space which I love. I also appreciate the adjustable brightness levels and the focus light. I'd say that this has definitely helped my productivity overall. I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Useful in certain situations
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: C.P.
from Harlan
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Brightwell light is not only neat but can also be used multifunctional throughout the day. The different features that it has can make it neat for even kids to use when they are reading or wanting to have fun with different light settings. I find that the busy light to be very cartoonish. The multicolored light is my favorite because I think it looks cool! I do find it to be almost like it’s a child’s device and not a productivity device. I think a small little red light would have done just as well. I tested out the different functions and I’m not sure if they fully do work to the capacity they say they do. But they are a nice feature to have when you are working on your computer. Like I said I think this is more of a fun device than a functional device. I can’t say I would suggest it that it will help with your productivity. However I think it’s something that you can test out for yourself so it’s more of a per person situation. It was super easy to use and switch between the different features and the pamphlet it is very helpful and explaining what each of them do and how to adjust the settings. I think it’s also a good size for travel to slip it into your backpack or purse and like I said worst case scenario you can use it as a reading light. Overall I would say it’s fun to use! I received this product as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
3
Little gadget but not great quality
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: delinphx
from Gilbert
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel in exchange for my honest opinion about it. I was excited to try this productivity light as I am always on my computer and wanted to see if it helped enhance my work-life balance. My first observation was that the product is made of cheap plastic and doesn't hold very well on the computer. It tends to wobble as I type. I enjoy that it has 5 different lighting modes including one that helps you count your breaths to relax and a happy mode that helps fight seasonal affective disorder. My favorite mode however is the meeting light as it projects a bright light that is ideal when you want to film a video or join online meetings if you are in a dark room. I however wish that there were options for even dimmer lighting as all the settings were still too bright for me and hurt my eyes. Another feature that I enjoy is that I can click the busy button and it will light up in red for others to see indicating that I am unavailable. This has been very useful at home when I work and need my children to know that I am busy. Overall I think this lamp could help certain users but it is too bright for me and I now only use it during meetings.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Useful office task light
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: AutumnLeavesFall
from Eugene
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The 5 in 1 Productivity Light has a sleek minimal design with a compact footprint on your desk. It works fine set up on your work desk providing good warm light during a zoom call or a red Busy indicator sign for others when you are working in the office. It also has a range of warm or cool swirling tie dye light displays that are fun for creating a mood. Out of the 5 modes I liked the warm light setting the best for when I wanted to turn the lighting down to reduce strain on my eyes. The warm and busy light were the most helpful for use in my office. Areas that could be improved when you move the foot mount bracket from the bottom to the side of the light for attaching to the top of your monitor the bracket isn’t strong enough to hold the light up and will just fall off. Additionally the provided USB C charging cable is pretty short making it tricky to plug in and place the light in the spot you might want on your desk. I had to use one of my own cables to plug it in and set it up on my desk. Otherwise the light is charming and has useful features for an office setting. I received this product to review through the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Versatile Office Light
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: R.S.
from Merrill
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this office light from the Stellar Product Testing Panel in exchange for my honest review. First of all I have to say how unique and fun this light is. I had several people comment on it. Not only does it have a modern design it is also compact and very versatile. It is the perfect size to throw in my bag and take with me wherever I need to travel for work. The five different modes are a nice feature. I enjoy using the “busy” light when I really need to avoid interruptions but my favorite mode is the “focused stimulation” setting. I really like the soft color changing. Another nice feature is the stand that can also be used as a clip. I could attach it to the top of my laptop quite easily. Even though this light is marketed for office use I also used it while watercolor painting. It really helped me relax and focus on the details of the pieces I was working on.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Versatile Productivity Light
on April 7, 2025
Posted by: Keith R
from Rockford
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got the Brightwell 5-1 Productivity Light from Stellar as part of the product testing panel and it’s actually a pretty cool and I’ve been using it daily. The focus light is great—it’s bright without being harsh and really helps me lock in when I need to. The breathing light feature is a nice touch too; I didn’t think I’d use it much but it’s surprisingly calming. The "Busy" sign and meeting light are super useful if you work in a shared space. It’s an easy way to let people know not to interrupt without having to say anything. The meeting light especially comes in handy during calls—just flip it on and everyone around you knows you’re tied up. The camera lighting is another great feature and what I tend use the most—it does a great job of reducing shadows and giving your video feed a clean balanced look. Works best when mounted behind or aligned with your camera. My only real opportunity for improvement is the mounting—it doesn’t stay fully secure. It wobbles just enough to be noticeable and I’ve had to readjust it a few times. If that part gets improved this would be an all-around win. Overall it’s a solid tool that adds a subtle but helpful structure to your day. Definitely recommended!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples