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Verilux HappyLight VT22 Lucent 10 000 Lux LED Bright White Light Therapy Lamp with 35 sq in Lens Size
Last Updated: November 19, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.6
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Features
146bright, therapy, love this light, seasonal, mood
+95%
-5%
" ... This is just what I hoped the light would be. ... "
" ... A good light to provide melatonin. ... "
" ... I love that it is LED and the bulbs won't dim, over the years, like my first light had. ... "
" ... I read and forget I am using this light. ... "
" ... I have noticed that my mood has changed for the good and I am happy with my Happy Light! ... "
" ... Adding a dimmer switch would be nice ... "
" ... My moods do seem to have improved a bit since I started using this light. ... "
" ... The light is bright without being harsh. ... "
Size
102compact, size, desk, portable, travel
+100%
" ... I have this light on my desk and I love the size of it and how easy it is to use. ... "
" ... I really like how portable it is and the lighting is great. ... "
" ... I like that it is compact for storage or travel. ... "
" ... It’s about the size of an iPad mini. ... "
" ... Nice size light fits on desktop. ... very bright light for compact size. ... "
" ... It's compact and extremely easy to use. ... It sits perfectly on my desk at work and travels well. ... "
" ... I can transport it from work & home easily. ... "
" ... I love how thin and compact and portable it is. ... "
Product Reliability
67days, weeks, years ago, stopped working, winter months
+52%
-48%
" ... I have been using for a few months now with no issue. ... "
" ... Is great for making up for those cloudy, dismal days! ... "
" ... I have had that seasonal thing with the short days for years, this year with the lights is incredibly better, believe it or not. ... "
" ... Useful on dreary days. ... "
" ... I use my light Daily to prevent depression in the dark months of the year. ... "
" ... This product was fantastic for the first year I had it. ... "
" ... I have been using for a few months now with no issue. ... "
" ... Even my 10 year old is using it now and feeling the benefits! ... "
Ease of Use
65easy, light, bright, lightweight, use
+100%
" ... Easy to set up! ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... This however is much more user friendly. ... "
" ... It is easy to use and I sometimes place it on my bathroom counter which is not very big but it is so slender and light weight that it doesn’t get in the way. ... "
" ... Easy to set up! ... "
" ... It is also easy to travel with. ... "
" ... This however is much more user friendly. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Build Quality
58broke, light, lamp, falling, flimsy
+38%
-62%
" ... It comes with a little crappy kickstand-esque thing to clip on to it to hold it up, and if you even slightly jiggle the surface it's sitting on the whole lamp falls over and it's incredibly irritating so I've taken a star off for that. ... "
" ... This would be a great little happy light, but the stand is cheap and wobbly. ... "
" ... The adapter broke off after 4 uses. ... Poorly made product. ... "
" ... Mine broke after 3 months! ... "
" ... However , the one kickstand has broken and there's no way i can use the light anymore. ... "
" ... the plastic piece for the stand did not hold the lamp upright. ... It broke after falling a few times. ... "
" ... After using the lamp for a few days, the tip of the charging chord broke off into the lamp and now I can no longer use it ... "
" ... In the 2 years I've had this light, I've worn out the cord once and the stand snapped once. ... just 2 years of wear took a toll. ... "
Comfort
48feel, eyes, falling, broke, headaches
+60%
-40%
" ... I always feel awake after my session. ... "
" ... I prefer putting it on my window sill since that seems like the most natural place for it. ... "
" ... He said it has helped him feel more awake. ... "
" ... Love this light, only thing is I sometimes get headaches from it. ... "
" ... I am so happy to have found something safe and natural to treat my depression. ... "
" ... Only criticism is that the stand in its most upright position tips forward, so depending on whether you put the stand on the long or short side of the rectangle, it needs to be at quite an angle to balance correctly. ... "
" ... And I all around feel better. ... "
" ... Feel better as I use it daily. ... "
Price
41worth, money, really, purchase, spend
+90%
-10%
" ... It was recommended to me and I decided to try this one based of other reviews and the good price. ... "
" ... Honestly it's worth the cost! ... "
" ... I would not spend more for one of these lights and you can find ones 4-5 times this price. ... "
" ... I think that the price was quite reasonable for this product. ... "
" ... It's a good product for the price I think. ... "
" ... I would not spend more for one of these lights and you can find ones 4-5 times this price. ... "
" ... Really happy with purchase and price point ... "
" ... Also it’s a really good price. ... "
Capacity
40desk, mornings, perfect size, bathroom, ready
+93%
-8%
" ... Ordering more to put in kids rooms to wake them on school mornings. ... "
" ... Living in Seattle can be cloudy and gloomy often and I feel like this product is perfect for the home office. ... "
" ... Helps remove the "gloom" from the room. ... "
" ... I have it on my bathroom sink and turn it on when I’m getting ready in the mornings. ... "
" ... They are a must for a home office ... "
" ... Home office, makes the area bright, and inviting ... "
" ... Helps remove the "gloom" from the room. ... "
" ... We fight over it our house. ... "
Night Photography
36bright, used, winter, therapy, helps
+97%
-3%
" ... It is way more brilliant than both the ceiling light fixture and the lamp, which helps me focus longer in the evening and on dreary days. ... "
" ... This is nice light, it is used morning and evening, helps when the natural sun light is not there in the winter time ... "
" ... This is nice light, it is used morning and evening, helps when the natural sun light is not there in the winter time ... "
" ... This light is very bright! ... "
" ... Nice light , seems to really help with lack of sunshine. ... "
" ... 10,000 lux, very intense led light, very good for light therapy. ... "
" ... Definitely felt an improvement in mood on days when I used this during our low-light Alaskan winter. ... "
" ... I have enjoyed my light in grey days or even when I need extra lights for crafting or photo shoot session. ... "
Design
36light, bright, slim, sleek, look
+100%
" ... This puts out plenty of light and seems well designed. ... "
" ... The simple design is easy to use. ... "
" ... I look forward to using it next winter when we are grey and gloomy. ... "
" ... Also I love how it’s not clunky, it’s very slim. ... "
" ... She said it makes her feel better both physically and mentally. ... "
" ... It is very bright and feels really good first thing in the morning. ... "
" ... It's also quite stylish. ... "
" ... Don’t let the thin design fool ya - this light is bright! ... "
As Gift
27bought, christmas, gave, sister, law
+96%
-4%
" ... Gave this to my son-in-law as a Christmas gift. ... "
" ... Gave to my sister as a gift. ... "
" ... Very bright & makes a great gift for someone who can't get outside much ... "
" ... Gave to my sister as a gift. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift for sister n law and she opened right up to check it out. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift for my father. ... "
" ... It was a gift for the girl I work with. ... "
" ... I gave it as a gift! ... "
Fit
27light, falling, desk, broke, upright
+52%
-48%
" ... A simple push will cause it to tumble due to the small angle that it has against the table. ... "
" ... The stand is very sturdy and easily slides on and off the back of the unit. ... "
" ... A simple push will cause it to tumble due to the small angle that it has against the table. ... "
" ... This light fits easily in the space I have on my desk. ... It fits a low profile and is generally flat, much like today’s TVs. ... Because I can fit it on my desk, my eyes do get appropriate exposure to the light as is recommended. ... "
" ... Bought a small, soft tablet case and it fits to transport to the office, etc. ... "
" ... I prefer putting it on my window sill since that seems like the most natural place for it. ... "
" ... It is about the size of a tablet and thin, so it can fit anywhere on my desk, even in between my monitors. ... "
" ... It is about the size of a tablet and thin, so it can fit anywhere on my desk, even in between my monitors. ... "
Returns
24returned, returning, window, broken, weeks
+4%
-96%
" ... I will be returning this today. ... "
" ... I’m returning it. ... "
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... I will be returning this item ASAP. ... "
" ... I will be returning this today. ... "
" ... I would like to know if there is still a way to return it and get my money back even though I'm past the return window (which was Feb 7) to do it through Amazon. ... "
" ... Apparently I can’t return after 1 month. ... "
" ... It seems that I cant return it ( return window closed october) even though its broken. ... "
For Kids
23loves, son, kids, school, purchased
+100%
" ... I initially bought one of these for my son who is in grad school in Canada, and he said it helped him a lot. ... "
" ... I use it for about 30 minutes every morning while I make breakfast and pack lunches for my kids. ... "
" ... I liked that it seem to help my daughter. ... "
" ... A really nice tool for young children. ... "
" ... Granddaughter's therapist recommended it. ... "
" ... Daughter swears by it and loves it ... "
" ... Granddaughter's therapist recommended it. ... "
" ... I use it for about 30 minutes every morning while I make breakfast and pack lunches for my kids. ... "
Cables
23power cord, light, plug, flimsy, broke
+22%
-78%
" ... This light worked well except the power cord is way to flimsy. ... "
" ... After using the lamp for a few days, the tip of the charging chord broke off into the lamp and now I can no longer use it ... "
" ... This makes me think it is a design issue with the placement of the cord. ... "
" ... You should know that the cord that comes with it will easily break. ... "
" ... The power button/power cord started malfunctioning a few days after receiving this product. ... "
" ... After using the lamp for a few days, the tip of the charging chord broke off into the lamp and now I can no longer use it ... "
" ... Power cord doesn't last. ... Wire broke in two after a couple of months now I have a useless light. ... "
" ... Power cord missing! ... "
Marketplace
19works, exactly, verilux, seller, product
+100%
" ... Company made it right. ... "
" ... Came on time. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... works as described. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... This product came as described. ... "
" ... Also wanted to add a note regarding the company/seller. ... So 2 years in, still very satisfied with this lamp and the seller :) ... "
Display Clarity
16bright, light, really, led, thought
+88%
-13%
" ... LED bright is really better than normal light. ... "
" ... Holy brightness batman! ... "
" ... The only thing I would change it I would buy one where the brightness is adjustable ... "
" ... This thing is beyond bright! ... "
" ... The brightness and the therapeutic effects of the light are great. ... "
" ... Like crazy bright. ... "
" ... LED bright is really better than normal light. ... "
" ... It's a perfect size, perfect brightness and really works to brighten the day! ... "
Storage
15desk, use, room, light, top
+100%
" ... With the attachable stand it can be placed on a shelf, floor, anywhere. ... "
" ... This light fits easily in the space I have on my desk. ... "
" ... You need a big enough space to set this up in. ... "
" ... It defiantly keeps me relaxed in my space, I use it all the time! ... "
" ... We had guests over and I set it a top our kitchen cabinets and it lit the room so perfectly ... "
" ... With the attachable stand it can be placed on a shelf, floor, anywhere. ... "
" ... You need a big enough space to set this up in. ... "
" ... Can easily place on a desk or counter. ... "
Product As Described
13works, exactly, product, light, came
+100%
" ... works as described. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
" ... This product came as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Good for pictures, but not much for mood. ... "
" ... This product is exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
Sleep Tracking
11night, morning, helped, help, energy
+100%
" ... I can't say my sleep has been any better, but my energy levels have been more consistent and I'm happy with it. ... "
" ... I'm sleeping better at night also as a result. ... "
" ... I use it in the morning to help my daily rhythm to help me sleep better at night. ... "
" ... I can't say my sleep has been any better, but my energy levels have been more consistent and I'm happy with it. ... "
" ... A side effect has been my sleep cycle, which has always been irregular no matter the time of year, has become much more regular by using this shortly after waking up. ... "
" ... I purchased this to see if it could help improve the quality of my sleep plus increase the efficacy of the AD medication I take (lexapro). ... "
" ... I'm sleeping better at night also as a result. ... "
" ... I use it in the morning to help my daily rhythm to help me sleep better at night. ... "
For Travel
9traveling, light, easy, used, something
+100%
" ... Will travel well if I need to. ... "
" ... I travel for work 30 to 60%. ... "
" ... I've had several Verilux Happy Lights over the years, but needed something more portable for travel, my older workhorse light was kinda big to pack. ... "
" ... Will travel well if I need to. ... "
" ... It is thin and easy to take with you when traveling. ... "
" ... Great for traveling. ... "
" ... It is also easy to travel with. ... "
" ... It is also easy to travel with. ... "
Controls
9turn, power button, stopped working, stars, power
+33%
-67%
" ... Unlike other lights this one when I hit the power button surprised me with the brightness with no quick way to turn dim it. ... "
" ... On off button stopped working after 2 months. ... "
" ... I plug it in and it does not turn on with the button every time or turn off. ... "
Color
9one, settings, setting, light, bright
+67%
-33%
" ... I wish it came with settings to ease the brightness. ... "
" ... I've forgotten that our sky is really blue and not grey. ... "
" ... I've forgotten that our sky is really blue and not grey. ... "
" ... The brightness and the therapeutic effects of the light are great. ... "
" ... The brightness and the therapeutic effects of the light are great. ... "
Delivery
9time, received, two, promised, described
+89%
-11%
" ... The delivery was great and ahead of schedule so it made it under the tree. ... "
" ... Product as delivered as promised. ... "
" ... This product came as described. ... "
" ... Came on time. ... "
" ... Came on time. ... "
Coffee
7morning, turn, emails, drink, better
+100%
" ... Better than coffee to get yourself moving ... "
" ... It is easy to transport I take it to work for my afternoon break works better than coffee. ... "
" ... I have it on while I drink my morning coffee and I can feel the difference afterwards. ... "
" ... I turn it on when making my morning coffee, and it really helps. ... "
" ... I turn it on when making my morning coffee, and it really helps. ... "
" ... I sit in next to it for 30 minutes and read my emails and drink my morning coffee and then I’m ready to start my day! ... "
" ... I sit in next to it for 30 minutes and read my emails and drink my morning coffee and then I’m ready to start my day! ... "
Packing
6+100%
" ... Packaging is great. ... "
" ... Packaging is great. ... "
" ... I also was very impressed with the environmentally responsible packaging that the company uses! ... "
" ... I also was very impressed with the environmentally responsible packaging that the company uses! ... "
" ... Like the packaging is mostly recyclable ... "
" ... Like the packaging is mostly recyclable ... "
Device Compatibility
6ipad, tablet, windows, like
+100%
" ... Works great in my office (no windows) ... "
" ... Works great in my office (no windows) ... "
" ... And it looks like a pad or tablet. ... "
" ... And it looks like a pad or tablet. ... "
" ... It’s about the size of an iPad mini. ... "
" ... It’s about the size of an iPad mini. ... "
Cable Length
5power cord, long, length, plug
+60%
-40%
" ... The cord length is long, making it easy to find a spot to plug in and leave by you. ... "
" ... The power cord has ample length. ... "
" ... The power cord has ample length. ... "
Ports
5turn, several, plug, outlets, broke
+20%
-80%
" ... It didn't turn on at all no matter what outlet I tried. ... "
" ... I am not sure why since I tried several outlets and have adjusted the plug in the back but it won't power on at all. ... "
" ... The adapter broke off after 4 uses. ... "
" ... The adapter broke off after 4 uses. ... "
Setup
4setup, easy, instructions
+100%
" ... Follow the easy to read directions (literally) and it works wonders! ... "
" ... The setup couldn’t be easier. ... "
Gaming
4game, changer, happylight
+100%
" ... this HappyLight has been a real game changer for me. ... "
" ... this HappyLight has been a real game changer for me. ... "
" ... This is a game changer. ... "
" ... This is a game changer. ... "
Software Platform
4time
+100%
" ... Works great in my office (no windows) ... "
" ... Works great in my office (no windows) ... "
" ... Simple to set to the side while I am working on stuff in the morning or catching up on facebook. ... "
" ... Simple to set to the side while I am working on stuff in the morning or catching up on facebook. ... "
Power Consumption
4+75%
-25%
" ... We'll see how well it addresses seasonal "energy loss" that I typically experience in the winter. ... "
" ... Definitely gives a boost of energy. ... "
" ... No more fatigue, more energy. ... "
Device Stand
4well, wall, mounted, could
+25%
-75%
" ... The stand is useless. ... "
" ... My only problem is the stand. ... "
" ... The stand doesn't help either. ... "
Camera
4+100%
" ... Good for pictures, but not much for mood. ... "
" ... Also great selfie and make-up light ... "
" ... Also great for videos and photos! ... "
" ... Also great for videos and photos! ... "
Charging
4use, lamp, charge, broke, without
-100%
" ... There is no charging or buttonns. ... "
" ... It has a special adapter for charging that has an unusual connector end and mine arrived without the plug! ... I can’t charge it to even use it. ... "
" ... After using the lamp for a few days, the tip of the charging chord broke off into the lamp and now I can no longer use it ... "
" ... After using the lamp for a few days, the tip of the charging chord broke off into the lamp and now I can no longer use it ... "
Volume
3desk, perfect size, way
+100%
" ... Definitely brightens up the room. ... "
Overall performance
3+67%
-33%
" ... For the price, I think it definitely gets the job done! ... "
" ... it does its job. ... "
Battery Life
3hours, could, charge, 24, use
+33%
-67%
" ... Mine lasted less than 24 hours. ... "
" ... I can’t charge it to even use it. ... "
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Type: LED