Customer reviews from goalzero.com
Goal Zero - Light-A-Life LED Lantern - Green
Average customer rating
4.3
(107 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 107 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Star
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90%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Goal Zero - Light-A-Life LED Lantern - Green
Customer Rating
3
Ample light, stingy on length, stealth variations
on May 2, 2014
Posted by: T3chnomanc3r
from WA - Inland Empire
I've had 2 of these for well over a year now with this list of caveats:
1. stealth variation w/ no package labeling advising which version contained. USB plug flipped 180deg, result is when bending into needed "U" from USB port to aim light at keyboard, one model naturally points down the other points up & resists rotation by not staying where put. Since package not labeled, unknown what the plug orientation is until opening & using. 2 Variations was the explanation for customer support but I'm guessing truth is more insidious: consistency of plug rotation relative to where the light strip points is probably not even attempted during manufacturing!
2. Gooseneck simply not long enough for bending back over keyboard. In fact I don't think it's long enough for GZ's own illustrated example of wrapping the gooseneck around an object! I know about voltage drop concerns but you couldn't add a few more inches???
3. FOV - Despite narrow light cone for LED's the packaging leaks side light "hot spots" seen on computer screen AND in your field of view (that's nearly 90deg!).
4. Bright, and with no control over output, too bright for many (computer) situations. Slide over or rotating "gel" color filter, AND/OR "brightness" switch would go along way! I'm using colored cellophane but it's not durable.
5. HEAT! Simply put the all plastic housing is terrible at shedding heat and also likely means less sturdy construction overall though I have not yet broken mine nor have they melted down (yet).
Overall for the price (~$10US) these DO NOT live up to that standard despite putting out ample light. For a company blowing their own horn so loud I'd expect better than what a random generic China product importer would offer. Just looked again at these now that Cost Co has big display, same old same old.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
3
Usefull and practical great little gadget
on April 15, 2014
Posted by: RSAIan
from Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Gender:Male
Bought this unit last week, connected it to my laptop usb port and within an hour , it burnt out.Took it back and got a replacement unit.Now under test and i feel it gets a little hot at the back of the LED's.I think its a great idea, but the designers must redesign it, only to make it more rugged and extending the goose neck by 2 or 3 inches.I find it too delicate and one must take care of using it for it will break easily.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Light
on April 7, 2014
Posted by: DKent
from California, United States
This light is a very good light to light up a laptop keyboard and also, when pared with a Guide 10 Plus power pack, it makes an excellent reading light.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Posted by: Anonymous
from Pocono mountains
Verified Purchase:Yes
The guide 10 plus can be used as a.light stand with this product. This light is perfect and can be adjusted to all types of positions.
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Posted by: Brando
from Orange County, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great for using with a laptop in the evenings or early mornings! I tend to use it with Guide 10+, as the USB ports on my laptop aren't in the best spot. But it does work both ways! Will probably take it camping too in the summer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
2
Don't buy
on February 19, 2014
Posted by: Matt The Slayer
from Texas
Make the leds more durable or just stop selling this product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for in the car
on February 13, 2014
Posted by: REVIEW_NUMBER_FIELD_PREFIX3617
from Hilltown, PA
I use this light in my police patrol car. It gives the perfect amount of light on the laptop without being a distraction.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
5
I want more, Great gift very pleased
on January 31, 2014
Posted by: night rider
from New York City NY.
I use this at night working in my office, The light illuminates my keyboard perfectly. It is the only light I use in the room while working. Easily plugs into my PC and I take it everywhere my computer goes.It was a gift but I am here looking to buy more.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com