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When I got this to put in the closet, I was very pleased: the light was bright, easy to use and it was easy to stick to the wall.
However, the brightness does not last! You have to change the batteries every couple of months, even if using alkalines, to get a bright light. The color of the LEDs is a little off, too.
So I could only recommend this as an emergency light or somewhere where you won't use it very often.
And under no circumstances forget to turn it out and leave it burning overnight!
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Despite having three LEDs, these little lights about 3" in diameter don't put out much light. It's less than a non-LED flashlight with two D cell batteries. While it is small enough to carry in a pants pocket, you can buy smaller 1-LED keychain and carabiner lights (Energizer brand) which produce as much light as this Sylvania light. (They use two lithium coin cell batteries.)The one good application for this light is to stick it on your refrigerator or on a metal toolbox as a quick handy flashlight. The back side is magnetic.
If you want a brighter LED stick-on light, Energizer also makes the "Hardcase LED Area Light" (about $11) which is about 4" in diameter and heavier, but it puts out more light (50 lumens) and lasts a long time (31 hours with 3 AA alkaline batteries). Like the Sylvania light, it also has a magnetic back. The Energizer comes with a metal plate that you can mount to a wall to stick it to. However, the Energizer is too large to carry in a pants pocket.
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Installs well. Base really sticks to cabinet top where I installed over computer printer, scanner, etc. Problems with internal switch almost from beginning. Will not stay "on". Sometimes almost impossible to switch on. I think the product idea is good. LEDs bright considering limited power from small batteries. My unit has defective switch, which is sealed inside. Received mine as gift. Suggest immediate testing right after purchase so you can return when it won't work properly. Testing in manufacture....clearly was not effective.Honest reviews on Sylvania 36008 DOT-it Self-Adhesive Bright-White LED Tap Light
Nice handy item. I found it would not stick to a smooth surface (above my computer). Would suggest using double face tape you can apply it to the case on the back and just unscrew it for battery replacment.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Sylvania 36008 DOT-it Self-Adhesive Bright-White LED Tap Light
* 6 MONTH UPDATE *After a month of moderate-to-heavy use, I slowed my usage down to a few minutes a day, then a few minutes per week. (My need wasn't as great) The included batteries are still going strong; I don't notice any difference in light levels.
However, the dome is starting to get a little "milky" in color/clarity. I don't know how else to put it. Not a big deal for my little usage now-a-days.
OLD REVIEW:
I have never owned a product like this before. The only reason I went with this model is because it came with the batteries already.
That being said, I was not impressed.
Negatives
The clear plastic dome is like a soft blister that you have to press to engage the true switch located at its base (between the LEDs)
This base switch is hard to engage, either way. I have to fight with it to turn it on, and fight with it to turn it off. (multiple "taps" of varying speed & pressure)
UPDATED: The Velcro is not strong enough to hold the product upside down for more than 4 days at a time. About every 4 to 7 days it falls off my bookshelf, with gravity alone.
UPDATED: -Magnet not strong enough if you use Velcro on it.
Positives
The adhesive is great. It is a type of Velcro that is very thin, which allows you to remove the device from placement to change its batteries. The magnetism is also strong.
The LEDs are super bright. Not sure of durability since I've only had it for a week.
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