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Neck light for reading

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A powerful, light-weight neck light that fits effortlessly around the neck. The unique 90o narrow beam angle and adjustable arms of the neck light create a focused light that won't distract others. Up to 80 hours* on one charge and an auto-off function just in case you think you will drift off to sleep or accidentally leave the neck light on.

The neck light for reading is a great accessory for many activities - popular for knitting, crochet, BBQs in the evening, repairs, and walking the dog in the dark.

  • Adjustable LED neck light: cool white (6000K), natural light (3400K), warm light (1800K)
  • Adjustable brightness (8lm to 102lm)
  • 90o narrow beam angle for a focused zone
  • 30-minute sleep timer function
  • Rechargeable neck light: up to 80-hours* on one charge
  • USB charging cable included (USB charger needed)

Using a neck light for hard-to-see tasks can help prevent eye strain, headaches, and back pain that can result from poor posture.

This neck light is Glocusent's newest release of many highly-rated neck lights - the Glocusent upgraded neck LED light.

*at the lowest intensity setting. At the highest intensity of light one can expect 8 hours of continuous light, and 16 hours at medium intensity.

Dimensions

NECK LIGHT
Size 61cm total length x 2.5cm x 1.8cm
Weight 126g

PACKAGE
Size 18.8cm x 13.6cm x 3.6cm
Weight 190

Specifications

NECK LIGHT BOX CONTENTS
Neck light
USB charging cable
User manual (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese)

NOT INCLUDED
USB charger minimum 5V/1A - sold separately

BATTERY: 1000mAh
BATTERY CERTIFICATION
MSDS, UN38.3

MODEL
Glocusent upgraded neck LED reading light

CERTIFICATION
CE, RoHS, FCC, PSE, C-Tick

WARRANTY
18 months

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Our locally stocked products leave on the same or next business day.

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neck light for reading in electric blue colour
neck light for reading in bubblegum purple colour
elderly person using neck light to read
introduction video of the Glocusent upgraded neck light
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people using neck light to read crochet and repair vehicle
people using the neck light for reading, knitting, running and repairing
man using the neck light for reading a book while partner is sleeping
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neck light for reading in graphite grey colour
neck light for reading in pixie pink colour

Neck light for reading - a detailed look

Our neck light for reading is Glocusent's upgraded neck LED light. Their latest design incorporates:

  • a slimmer and lighter design
  • 30-minute timer
  • Easier operation with two buttons adjusting brightness and light colours separately

The overall size is 61cm in length with the width ranging from 2.5cm in diameter at the LED lights to 1.8cm at the slimmest point.

Freely adjust the arms to any angle you like on the Glocusent LED neck reading light.

Thoughtfully designed, the neck light has a 1800K amber light mode to reduce eye strain. The 90-degree beam stays focused in your zone and won't disturb others around you.

Glocusent's upgraded neck reading light is a rechargeable neck light, charged via an included USB-C charging cable, with up to 80-hours* of operation time per charge. You'll need to charge the device by plugging the USB-C charging cable into a USB charger (not included) or into your computer for charging.

The lightweight design of the Glocusent LED neck reading light, weighing only 176g, can mean that you forget it's on your neck. Switching on the 30-minute auto-off feature ensures that you don't need to worry if you drift off to sleep with the neck light on.

Certifications of the Glocusent LED neck reading light: CE, RoHS, FCC, PSE, C-Tick

*in the lowest brightness setting

A neck light with many uses

Our Australian customers have found many uses for our neck light, including:

  • neck light for reading
  • neck light for knitting
  • neck light for crocheting
  • neck light while cooking on BBQs in the evening
  • hands-free light for walking the dog
  • and much more!

Widely reviewed and recommended

Glocusent is the world's #1 book light manufacturer, widely reviewed and recommended by media outlets including:

CNN, BBC, BuzzFeed and TODAY.

"Its lightweight design makes you forget it’s on your neck, and the 30-minute auto-off timer makes it so you don’t have to worry about falling asleep with it on. This light also gets points for not being hot against the skin, no matter how high it’s set." Read more about TODAY's product review (note this features the older neck light model)

Choosing a neck light that's perfect for you

What's the best neck light for reading?

Choosing a neck reading light involves considering factors such as brightness, colour temperature, comfort, flexibility, power source, battery life and additional features. Here are some tips to help you make an informed decision when choosing the best neck light for reading:

BRIGHTNESS AND INTENSITY
- Look for a light with adjustable brightness levels to suit your reading preferences and the time of the day.
- A neck reading light with more lumens will give a brighter illumination, and will be more practical for uses beyond reading.
- Check that the beam is focused, otherwise the LED light will illuminate areas beyond the book and perhaps not offer enough light while reading. Without a more focused beam of light, others may find the light distracting.

COLOUR TEMPERATURE
- Consider a neck light with a colour temperature options so that you can find which colour is most comfortable for your reading. A warmer colour temperature (around 2700K-3000K) is often preferred for evening reading.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT
- A neck light that bends and flexes, yet stays in place once adjusted can be most comfortable and give the ideal angle and position for optimal lighting. Weigh up the size of the neck light and the size required for functionality.

POWER SOURCE AND BATTERY LIFE
- Generally neck lights for reading are rechargeable and will come with the power cord to plug into a USB adapter.
- What is important is to consider is how long you will get on one charge and how long it will last before the neck light needs to be recharged.
- Features such as 'optional timer' after a certain time can be handy if you're likely to drift off to sleep.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS
- Consider reading customer reviews to learn about the experiences of others who have purchased the same light. This can provide insights into the durability and performance of the product. Issues such as being hot to the touch, problems charging and flickering are common issues.

BUDGET AND AESTHETICS
- Like most products, neck lights for reading can be cheap or expensive and come in a range of looks. These considerations come down to personal preference, usage, and the right balance of price vs quality to find the best neck light for reading, for you.

By considering these factors, you can find a neck reading light that best fits your needs and enhances your reading experience.


What's the best neck light for knitting?

Choosing a perfect neck light for knitting, to help see stitches and pattern details without strain, involves considering factors such as brightness, colour temperature, comfort, flexibility, power source, battery life and additional features. Here are some tips to help you make an informed decision when choosing the best neck light for knitting:

BRIGHTNESS AND INTENSITY
- Look for a light with adjustable brightness levels to suit the colours you are working with, time of the day, and your personal preference for light intensity.
- A neck light for knitting with more lumens will give a brighter illumination, and will be more practical for uses beyond knitting.
- Check that the beam is focused, otherwise the LED light will illuminate areas beyond the small work and perhaps not offer enough light. Without a more focused beam of light, others can find the light distracting.

COLOUR TEMPERATURE
- Consider a neck light with a colour temperature options (warm/natural/cool light) so that you can find which colour is most comfortable for your knitting projects.

FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT
- A neck light that bends and flexes, yet stays in place once adjusted can be most comfortable and give the ideal angle and position for optimal lighting.

POWER SOURCE AND BATTERY LIFE
- Generally neck lights are rechargeable and will come with the power cord to plug into a USB adapter.
- What is important is to consider is how long you will get on one charge and how long it will last before the neck light needs to be recharged.
- Features such as 'optional off-timer' after a certain time can be handy if you're likely to drift off to sleep.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS
- Consider reading customer reviews to learn about the experiences of others who have purchased the same light. This can provide insights into the durability and performance of the product. Issues such as being hot to the touch, problems charging or flickering are common issues.

BUDGET AND AESTHETICS
- Like most products, neck lights suitable for knitting can be cheap or expensive and come in a range of looks. These considerations come down to personal preference, usage, and the right balance of price vs quality to find the best neck light for knitting, for you.

By considering these factors, you can find a neck light for knitting that best fits your needs and enhances your knitting experience.

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QueenZombieCrochets
I love my neck light

I love my neck light. It's so versatile and easy to use and charge. I've used it in hospital and the staff were impressed by the fact I could still read and crochet by a good strong light, yet not disturb any one else with the light like some personal lights do. The fun choice of colours always makes me smile as I chose the bubblegum purple and friends always comment that only I could have a light in my favourite colour 💜🦋

Hi, we're thrilled to hear you love your neck light! It's wonderful that it brings you so much joy and practicality. Thank you for sharing your experience!

M
M.W.

As described, fast shipping. Well packaged

Hi Melinda, thank you for your great review. :) We're very happy to hear that you're happy with your new neck light and our service. Thanks again.

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Anonymous
Awesome

Awesome product

Thank your for your great review! We're happy to hear that you like your new neck light. Happy reading!

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Victoria J.
Brilliant product

This is a terrific product: great for reading, taking pooch out in the dark etc. It is comfortable to wear and very flexible.

Thank you for your positive feedback Victoria! We're so happy to hear that you like your new neck light. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to find the neck light useful and maybe even find more applications :) Happy reading!

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Kerry M.
Fantastic.

I only found this just before Christmas bought for my daughter who loves to crochet and I ordered and it arrived just before Christmas and she couldn't be happier with it highly recommend and I shall be purchasing another one for myself.

Hi Kerry! Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so happy to hear that your daughter loves her new neck light. It's also great to hear that you might like to get one for yourself. We are currently sold out but are expecting a new delivery over the next few weeks. :) Thank you so much again for your order and have a great weekend!

J
Jeanette K.
Has made nursing at night so much better

Has made nursing at night so much better. Comfortable to wear, doesn't get in the way.

Hi Jeanette, Thank you for your positive review of our neck light. We are happy to hear that our neck light has made your nighttime nursing experience more comfortable. It is great to know that the neck light does not get in the way and that you find it comfortable to wear. Thank you again for your order :)

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Stephen
Brilliant

Brilliant. Really love the timer function. Yellow, white and blue light function really helpful in varying light conditions. Light, comfortable and easy to use!

Thank you for your glowing review Stephen! We're thrilled to hear that you love the timer function and the different light options. Happy reading!

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David

Great piece of kit, very flexible lighting optons. Works a treat

Hi David,
thank you so much for your review. Great to hear, that you like the light. Happy reading and thank you again for your order :)

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Bianca G.
Best neck light

Great for reading, crosswords, crochet, excellent purchase! Also cute colour

Hi Bianca, Thank you for your positive review of our neck light! We're happy to hear that it's been a helpful tool for your activities. We're also happy that you like the color. :) Thank you again for your order and have a great day.

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Kim B.
Neck light

What a fantastic object! Perfect for reading and my craft work. I highly recommend it.

Thank you so much for your kind words Kim! We are thrilled to hear that our neck light has been a helpful tool for your reading and craft work. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Happy reading and crafting!

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Elle G.
Works beautifully and a crafting asset

i wanted some light to help with my crafting projects and this delivers. Easy to charge and light to wear, the lights illuminate my tapestry work wonderfully. i find that I can enjoy my hobby longer now, and it's easier to see where to place the stitches. My brain aches a how lot less! Great colour and a perfect gift for my fellow crafters. Shipping was quick too, and the packaging was thoughtful and kind. A real gift to receive.

Hi Elle, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and for sharing your experience! We are so happy to hear that our neck light has been a great asset for your crafting projects. It's wonderful to know that it has made your hobby more enjoyable and has reduced strain on your eyes. We hope you continue to enjoy using it and we appreciate your support. Happy crafting!

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S L.
Great quality, arrived quickly

Loving my new purchase. The product is great, and the order delivery was fast. Thanks for a smooth transaction!

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We're thrilled to hear that you're loving your new neck light. Thank you so much for your order and for choosing us. Happy reading :)

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Theresa J.

Great light thanks

Hi Theresa! Thank you for your positive feedback on our neck light. We're happy to hear that it is working well for you. Happy reading!

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Coralie N.
Excellent neck light

A brilliant neck light. The only feature that I feel is missing is the ability to lock the buttons so that it isn’t switched on accidentally when it’s in my project bag.

Hi Coralie, Thank you for your great feedback for our neck light! We're glad to hear that you find it excellent and that it meets your needs. We appreciate your suggestion for a button lock feature and will definitely forward this suggestion to the manufacturer. Thank you again for your order :)

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Bonnie M.
It's Time

What a wonderful aid to my reading time. Iwas so impressed I purchased another for my brother's 70th. We are both avid readers,
Have found the necklight aids with reading small print on other items as well.
Delivery was prompt and efficient.
Very happy with this product. Thanks to The Independent Shop.

Hi Bonnie! We are thrilled to hear that our neck light has been a helpful aid during your reading time. Thank you for choosing us and for also purchasing one for your brother's birthday. We are happy to know that it has also been useful for reading small print on other items. We appreciate your positive feedback and thank you so for your order again. Happy reading!

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Emma D.
Very happy

Quick delivery, works perfectly, very good features . Using for work.

Hi Emma, Thank you for your great feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our neck light has been a useful tool for your work and that you're enjoying its features. Thank you so much for choosing us.

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Lianne G.
Neck reading light

Great for lying in bed reading

Hi Leanne, Thank you so much for your positive review! We're happy to hear that the neck light is making your reading experience in bed even better. Happy reading!

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Julie B.

user friendly.

Hi Julie, Thank you for your kind review! We are happy to hear that you find our neck light user-friendly. We truely appreciate your support. Happy reading!

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P.C.
Lighting the way

I use this for doing jigsaw puzzles in the evenings. It's also great for reading and craft where light is not great in your house. Would recommend.

Hi, Thank you for your great review! We are thrilled to hear that our neck light has been helpful for your evening activities. Thank you so much for recommending it and thank you again for your order.

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caroline b.
Outstanding purchase

I bought this for night shift nursing and have delighted with the quality of the item. Variable torch intensity and has been great. Good value purchase and prompt service. Thankyou.

Hi Caroline, Thank you so much for your kind words and great rating. We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product. It's great to know that the variable light intensity has been helpful for you. Thank you again for your purchase :)

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Peter M.
Great product and great service

The Independence Shop is a great place to shop. The neck light for reading and sewing is the best. It dosen't need to have batteries replaced all the time as it is USB chargeable. The service and delivery were first rate. We will definitely shop here again. The best thing is it's an Australian business.

Hi Peter, Thank you so much for your great rating, kind words and for choosing us. We are so happy to hear that you are happy with your new neck light and with our service. We truely appreciate your support. If there is anything we can help with in the future just let us know. Happy reading and sewing. :)

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Carol S.
Great product

This so much better than my previous book light, I really like the adjustable light settings as well as being rechargeable

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our neck light. We're happy to hear that you find our product to be an improvement from your previous book light. :) Thank you so much for choosing our product and happy reading!

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Catherine

Makes a huge difference

Hi Catherine, thank you so much for your great review of our Neck Light. We are so happy to hear that it makes a huge difference for you. We would like to thank you again for your order and your support. Happy reading :)

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Rowena R.
Neck light

Love my neck light for reading & hand sewing. A friend recommended it to me. Your service was very prompt too. Thank you soooo much.

Hi Rowena, Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us. We are happy to hear that it has been useful for both reading and hand sewing. It's also great to know that our product was recommended to you by a friend and that our service was prompt. :) We truly appreciate your support and thank you again for your order. Happy reading and hand sewing!

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Lee M.
I love this product!

This lightweight and easy to use neck light has made it so much easier to read, sew and crochet. I had been struggling to see well enough to do fine stitching and hand sewing but now it's so easy, even in a room with dim lighting...I wish I had bought one earlier!

Hi Lee, Thank you for your kind review and for sharing your experience with us! We are happy to hear that the neck light has made reading, sewing, and crocheting easier for you. Thank you so much for choosing our neck light and we hope it continues to make your activities more enjoyable. :)

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Michelle B.
Great neck light for crafting

I purchased this for crafting at night and it is perfect. The product was shipped and at my door within 2 days. Very happy with the service and great quality light.

Hi Michelle, Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review for our neck light. We're happy to hear that it has been useful addition to your crafting gear and that the delivery time has met your expectations :). Thank you for choosing our product and we hope it continues to serve you well. Happy crafting!

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Lesley C.

I use the neck lite when hand sewing and it’s fantastic.
Very pleased with purchase
Lesley

Thank you for your positive feedback, Lesley! We're happy to hear that you find our neck light fantastic and that you're very pleased with the purchase. Thank you again for your order and Happy sewing! :)