Carex Day-Light Elite Bright Sunlight Therapy Lamp, 10000 LUX Therapy Lamp at 12 Inches, LED Bright White Light with Adjustable Height and Brightness Levels for Mood, White

I did not purchase this light for its therapeutic effects, and cannot speak to those claims. I purchased it because I suffer from low vision, in particular a loss of contrast. I find myself dreading sunset and cloudy days. My hope was that this light, used as a reading lamp, would enable me to easily see and read in those conditions. And so it does.It was so easy to assemble that I didn’t even have to look at the instructions. It comes with the only tool I needed. I love that it has a tilt feature, a choice of four brightness settings, and a handy timer so that I can set it for automatic shut off in 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. I also love that it can be removed from the arm and hung on a wall or placed on a tabletop supported by the kickstand.In my opinion this is a very thoughtfully designed light that has completely changed my attitude about the weather or time of day. If I had three wish’s it would be that I had known about it sooner, that it was on a swivel base and that it could be detached from the arm without having to remove the four screws.

This is an awesome phototherapy lamp. It has a nice big bulb so it doesn't take significant effort to get angling or exposure and fits well into my existing desk setup. The various settings are nice, but I use it primarily in the winters for light therapy and it exceeds in that role. If you browse the internet, you'll find this brand and model is generally rated very well compared to similarly price competitors and my experience is the same.Don't forget to check your benefits to see if you qualify to submit your purchase for reimbursement! That's my biggest tip when it comes to these lamps!

I decided to purchase a lamp to help brighten the dark days of winter. This past winter was exceptional cold and dreary. I really enjoyed sitting by it while drinking my morning coffee. It did seem to add a ray of sunshine to the start of my day. Even my fur baby enjoyed sitting near it. I highly recommend this lamp to anyone that may find their winters affecting their moods. You can adjust the brightness and even set a timer on it as well. Really great purchase!

I never write reviews but felt like I had to for this product, because I'm shocked that the current reviews are mostly positive. There are two issues:1: The 'adjustable stand' is defective. The light panel weighs too much for the stand, so it will not stay in the position you choose, instead always sliding down to a lower position.2: It has a terrible, plastic, toxic smell to it. This is especially noticeable when sitting close to it, as you're supposed to do, but it is strong enough that it will stink up whatever room it is sitting in almost unbearably. I don't know but would assume that this is VOC off gassing, and thus not just an annoyance but a potential health risk. I've given this 3 days hoping the smell would diminish, but it hasn't at all, and I have now packed up the item for return because I can't stand it any more.You can find other people with these issues if you search around a bit, so I don't think I simply received a defective unit. I would guess they cut corners on the manufacturing to an extreme degree, despite the high price of this product.

I guess it's what it's sold for, but we find it very glary and don't like using it. Wish I could still return it. I do like that I can adjust the intensity down, but still doesn't feel good even on lower setting.

Great unit! I wasn't sure it would help but light levels truly make a difference! Not only is this perfect for setting yourself up right for winter but it is an excellent project light! I've secured mine to a large easel for both practical and aesthetic purposes. Highly recommend the investment.

The light itself is great but the plastic it is made of puts off an odor that is still lingering almost a month later. Makes me wonder if smell is harmful? I plan on contacting Carex.

🌞 My Honest Review After 3 Weeks with a Light Therapy Lamp — “Sunnyel”I’ve been using this light therapy lamp for just over three weeks now.I live in South Korea, where light therapy and the concept of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) are still relatively unfamiliar, largely due to our distinct four seasons.For over a decade, I’ve struggled with insomnia.My sleep schedule had been irregular for years, and it deeply impacted my life.But recently, I experienced a turning point: a neuroscientist I deeply trust emphasized the importance of morning sunlight exposure immediately after waking.So I began stepping outside first thing in the morning to take in the sun.Surprisingly, I felt a kind of joy and fullness I had never experienced before.That sensation led me to create what I now call my “Morning Sun Shower Routine.”It quickly became one of the most precious parts of my day.But whenever the weather was gloomy or rainy, I felt genuinely disappointed that I couldn’t enjoy my morning sunlight ritual.That’s when I discovered this light therapy lamp.After long consideration, I finally decided to give it a try—and I’m so glad I did.I was so moved by how much it helped me that I even gave it a name: “Sunnyel.”It’s not the actual product name—just a personal name I created for it.That’s how meaningful it became to me: it’s not just a lamp, but part of my daily rhythm, like a quiet companion for my mornings.Since using Sunnyel, my sleep pattern has been almost completely corrected.I now wake up before sunrise and sit in front of the lamp for about 30 minutes while I plan my day or read a book.And something incredible happened: by 8:30 p.m., I naturally start feeling sleepy—no effort needed.This lamp has become a key part of my life.Though light therapy is not yet common in Korea, I’m convinced that this kind of product will become much more widespread in the future.Many Koreans suffer from severe sleep disturbances, but we tend to overlook the importance of morning light and circadian rhythm alignment.The only downside is that the electrical voltage in Korea is different, so I had to purchase a separate voltage converter (which cost me around $40).Aside from that, I have absolutely no complaints.I’ve mounted the lamp on a monitor arm and use it every morning without fail.It’s easily one of the best purchases I’ve made in recent years.