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Philips - goLITE BLU Energy Light - White/Blue
Average customer rating
4
(42 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 42 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
4
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1 Star
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81%of customers recommend this product.
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30 out of
37)
Customer Reviews for Philips - goLITE BLU Energy Light - White/Blue
Customer Rating
4
Great product
on September 20, 2016
Posted by: EmilyJ5
Gender:Female
I received this item for free in exchange for an honest review. I had looked into similar energy lights prior to be selected for this and this portable device was already at the top of my list. I love that you can use it plugged in while charging or as a portable device. It has a timer and kickstand as well which is useful.
The batter lasts about two hours which isn't the best. However, in my opinion this product really works. I immediately feel like my mood has been lifted and that I have more energy the second I turn it on. Long term, I noticed I need less naps! I would recommend this product!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Really works
on September 27, 2016
Posted by: GraceQ
Gender:Female
I received this product free in exchange for my review. I tried it for about two weeks and I think it really works. Since this product claims to increase energy, I decided to turn it on after waking up each morning. I wake up at 4 am each morning so every little boost of energy helps. During the first few days, I noticed my ability to get out of bed increased. I didn't stare directly at the light. I used it as a night light. It is very bright so I never needed to turn on my lights. I tried not to stare right into the light as I was afraid it would trigger a migraine. After a week at home, I started taking it to work. Whenever I felt sluggish after lunch, I closed my blinds at work so it would be dark enough for the light to show. I noticed after about an hour of seeing the blue light, I felt less sleepy. I will definitely continue to use this product.
Pros: easy to use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
3
Blue Light Crew
on October 17, 2016
Posted by: KristinS
Gender:Female
I received Energy Lights HF3429 in exchange for an honest product review. The energy light is a cool blue light with the intention to improve mood for those that do not have much sun exposure during the day. I took it to work with me since that's where I'm at most during the waking hours and the instructions said to use it in the morning if you were not a morning person. The light, even on the lowest setting, is very bright. I've not been consistent in using it every day but have found that it's a calming feeling to have the light on but am not sure if that's accurate or a placebo effect.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
4
Great Energy Light!
on September 25, 2016
Posted by: JessC
Gender:Female
I received this energy light for free in exchange for writing a review. I really love this light, especially compared to my white light I have previously used. One thing that is noticeably better is simply that the light is blue in color. It is more gentle on my eyes than my white light energy lamp. Another feature that is handy is the rechargeable battery. I can sit anywhere in my home and use the light, compared to my other one that required being near an outlet. If I need to go somewhere else in my house, I just pick it up and move it. As far as actually giving me more energy, it did do the job, but I found I needed to sit in front of it longer than my white light energy lamp. That isn`t easy to do being a mom of 3 kids. Overall, this is a great little light if you are looking to give yourself a boost of energy and put a smile on your face in these dreary fall and winter months.
Pros: light is gentle on the eyes
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Exceeded my expectations
on October 23, 2016
Posted by: ab2844
Gender:Female
This lamp highly exceeded my expectations. I wasn't sure what I was even getting, since the lamp came to me for free as part of a reviewing system, which was pretty exciting in itself. Once I started using the lamp, I still wasn't really sure what would happen. I somewhat intentionally went into it blind, just wanting to experience the lamp for what it was. What I found is that it very subtly improved my mood and kind of helped me be more productive. Regarding mood, I found that after using the lamp for 20-60 minutes I felt a slight euphoria to overall pleasantness later in the day. This was either the same or in addition to the energy boost I got. Almost like having a jolt after eating candy or a caffeinated drink. Regarding productivity, I like to use things in my background when I do work on my computer. For example, I like lighting a scented candle to help me concentrate while writing. I put the lamp next to the candle while working and felt they worked well together to keep me sharp. The candle would smell nice in the moment and the lamp made me feel great after I finished work (even after I turned it off). Usually, I would also be so consumed in my work that I just kept the lamp on up to or a bit over the hour. I'm not sure if that made a difference from the times I kept it on for 20-30 minutes.
Technically, all the buttons work well and the layout is simple. There are 5 light settings. I actually just worked with the dimmest setting. I wear contacts/glasses and bright lights generally give me a headache. The dim setting on the lamp was bright enough for me. I like that it's clear on the lamp how long it's been on, but I don't like that the light flashes for each 10-minute segment. I'm very distractible (which is why I like to focus on a candle or light), so having a constant blinking light could be a bother if you're just looking at the lamp. Typically though, I would just do my work and have the lamp in my periphery so it wasn't that much of a problem.
I let quite a few people I know try the lamp out too to get more feedback on the effects. In total, there were 4 of us trying it out at different times. One male in his late 20s, female in late 20's (me), my late 40s mom, and an older woman in her early 60s. We all got positive results. The male was more skeptical in regards to mood, but he did say he had more energy. My mom said something to the effect of, "I can't put my finger on it, but I definitely felt something." Like a change in how she was feeling, for the better. The older woman was glowing afterwards and was almost ready to buy her own. She actually gets into very low moods and has low energy and we both saw a positive change in both qualities after she used it. She said she felt refreshed and overall good.
For the developers, I think it would be a cute idea to make the face of the lamp look more like a smile. It already kind of looks like a face (the + and - signs as the eyes and the blinking lights as a mouth), so my mom actually thought it would be cute if the "mouth" was curved to look like a smile :)
Pros: rechargeable, compact, light, effective for mood and energy, multiple settings, doesn't take long
Cons: blinking light can be distracting, bright light sometimes causes headache/eye spots
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
Great boost of zen and energy
on October 9, 2016
Posted by: KristinS31
Gender:Female
I was provided the Blu light in exchange for an honest review.
I have been using the Blue Light therapy for about 8 days now and I am not sure if it's to soon to tell, but I feel like I have noticed a slight boost in my mood and a more restful nights sleep. I basically turn the light on in the morning for about 45 min while I check and send out my emails. It has a sort of soothing/calming effect while on. I can not attest to any significant changes or this being a 'life changing' appliance but I could see it helping those who are in a situation where they are not able to get out in the sunshine so much or work long hours inside. In theory the blu light is suppose to help improve mood and improve energy level by simulating the effect of sunlight (I believe).
I have been using the Blue Light therapy for about 8 days now and I am not sure if it's to soon to tell, but I feel like I have noticed a slight boost in my mood and a more restful nights sleep. I basically turn the light on in the morning for about 45 min while I check and send out my emails. It has a sort of soothing/calming effect while on. I can not attest to any significant changes or this being a 'life changing' appliance but I could see it helping those who are in a situation where they are not able to get out in the sunshine so much or work long hours inside. In theory the blu light is suppose to help improve mood and improve energy level by simulating the effect of sunlight (I believe).
It's somewhat compact in size and perfect for a desk or nightstand top. It's very quiet and doesn't produce heat like some lights would.
overall, I have been thrilled with this little light and the way that it makes me feel. I wouldn't hesitate to suggest it to a friend who was suffering from the blues or need a little boost while stuck indoors all day. I think the price point is fair considering all the ways that this does lhelp give you a boost and well worth the money.
overall, I have been thrilled with this little light and the way that it makes me feel. I wouldn't hesitate to suggest it to a friend who was suffering from the blues or need a little boost while stuck indoors all day. I think the price point is fair considering all the ways that this does lhelp give you a boost and well worth the money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
5
This product makes me Happy
on September 27, 2016
Posted by: TaneshaJ
This energy light is awesome!I was skeptical at first because I'm pregnant and have to get up at 5am to get the day started. I used it first thing in the morning when it's still dark outside. I felt so happy instead of grumpy because I am not a morning person. It took a week to really get the most benefit from it but it's so worth it! And its so simple to use! I did receive this item free for this review. My husband liked it so much he bought one for himself!
Pros: easy to use, does the job
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting philips.com
Customer Rating
4
This product worked well for me
on September 28, 2016
Posted by: EmilyA
Gender:Female
I received a free light in exchange for writing this review. I used the light twice a day, for an hour during each sitting; once in the morning, while I was getting ready for work and once in the afternoon while on my lunch break. There was a day or two when I was busy and didn`t get my lunch break, while at work, so I wasn`t able to use the light and I did notice a difference in my energy level. I didn`t have as much energy and was a bit tired, where as on days where I was able to use the light at lunch I felt more alert and energized.
I was able to work this into my daily routine, being a dental assistant, but I feel this product would be ideal for someone with a desk job, due to the size of the light. I do wish it was a bit smaller and more versatile.
Overall, I feel it`s a great addition to my daily routine, since I`m not able to consume caffeine due to migraines.
Pros: easy to use
Cons: large in size, didn't stay charged very long
I would recommend this to a friend!
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