The Beam n Read Hands-Free Light is a true "Reading Light" that makes it easy to read anything including printed books, eReaders, newspapers, letters from mom, instruction sheets in an emergency kit, the label on a bottle, and even a flimsy medication instruction sheet. It's the only personal light with snap-on blue light blocking filters so the light won't stimulate you when you're reading to relax for sleep.
Key Features: hands-free; relaxation filters; wide light; external power option
"The Beam n Read is by far the best personal reading light we have ever come across." - Scott Carmichael, Executive Editor, Gadling.com
Beam n Read's wide light easily covers 2 hardcover or paperback book pages. Contrast this with a typical clip-on book light that illuminates only one page at a time. And, with paperbacks clip-ons may need to be unclipped and shifted when turning pages. Few of these "attachable" lights work with newspapers, magazines or other soft materials.
Worn around the neck, a Beam n Read works well for choir members reading music, for writing in journals, diaries, or even making plans on napkins or the backs of envelopes in a dimly lit restaurant.
Ever find yourself sneaking out of bed to find light for finishing 'one more chapter' without disturbing your bed partner? Or not being able to read to relax as night table lamps, clip-on lights, and headlamps are just too disturbing to your partner? Beam n Read's Relaxation filters come to the rescue by reducing ambient light. The Red Relaxation filter dramatically reduces ambient light and is especially helpful for ultra-sensitive sleeping companions
Did you know that white LEDs shine a lot of blue light - and that blue light delays sleep? Beam n Read is the only reading light that offers snap-on filters to block the blue component of light when reading in bed at night. The Orange Relaxation Filter softens the light, shifting the cool daylight-type LED light to a warm incandescent-type light by blocking blue light. The Red Relaxation Filter blocks blue and green light. Filters vary by model. See Blocking Blue Light for Sleep for more details.
The extra long battery runtime keeps the Beam n Read shining long after others personal lights have gone dim. The 3 LED Beam n Read Light is brighter than a leading brand's 6 LED clip-on booklight with batteries lasting ten times longer. Want to save batteries for power outages or when portability is needed? With the optional Beam n Read USB Power Kit you can plug into a USB socket for external power. Use the included USB/AC Adapter or plug into a USB car adapter, or the USB socket at your plane seat or in your hotel room, etc.
The Beam n Read LED 3 Hands-Free Travel & Reading Light (model BNR LED 3F) is great for reading. It has 3 LEDs in a row delivering a wide light that illuminates both pages of a hardcover book. The light is brighter than clip-ons with 6 LEDs and the extra long battery runtime makes it more economical than other lights. The Beam n Read LED 6 Hands-Free Task Light (model BNR LED 6-3F) delivers an even brighter and wider light which can be helpful for those with vision difficulties or who also use the light for tasks like needlework.
With a unique combination of features, accessories, versatility, and battery runtime, our patented lights are unmatched by other portable, personal lights. Included accessories vary by model.
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The Beam N Read is by far the best personal reading light we have ever come across.
Scott Carmichael, Executive Editor, Gadling.com
...(ASF Lightware Solutions) managed to create what I consider to be the best Amazon Kindle reading light.
Scott Carmichael, Executive Editor,
Gadling.com
Beam N Read - It's a life-changer!
I am in love with the Beam N Read. I am telling you...this is one of those products that is, plain and simple, a life changer.
I'm not kidding...
But let me tell you why this baby has been a life changer for me.
Some nights, it takes me forever (OK, not literally) to fall asleep. So, instead of just lying in bed, staring at the ceiling (or the wall), tossing and turning, I like to read. However, I can only read when I'm alone in bed (which might be about 5-10 minutes), since the light from my bedside lamp keeps W awake. So, that means no reading for me. Cause I'm a nice guy.
But that all changed with the Beam N Read Hands Free Light. In fact, it was a...life changer. For real... the Beam N Read Light with the orange filter. It's perfect, all the way around - I can read with no issues and the light is so muted and soft, it doesn't disturb W. Score!. Kristin, Keenly Kristin.com
If you're like me, you are always on the lookout for a decent book light. I've tried many different versions,
... I was surprised by how lightweight and comfortable it was. And, in fact, having the light beam come from my chest meant fewer shadows on my book and no light shining in my face. I've never liked clip-on book lights because they add weight to the book, sometimes fall off, make it awkward to hold the book, and interfere with page turning. The Beam N Read has none of these problems, making them a pleasure to use...
I particularly like the filters and the shadow-free light for bedtime reading. We've gotten a lot of good use out the Beam N Reads, and we both feel comfortable recommending them for reading, camping, and general tasks.
Beth Fish, Beth Fish Reads .com
One of my all-time favourite things to do is curl up in a warm bed with a good book. I've been an avid reader since I was a very young child and love to lose myself in a good book. However, when I got married and had to share a bed, I lost touch with my favourite pastime. I could only read in bed when I was either by myself because John was away or staying up late. When he is in the bed with me, I can't keep the light on to read and even my little night table lamp bothered him. Sadly, I have not read myself to sleep in awhile, but things will be different now. I've got a nifty little tool that will let me read in bed without disturbing John!
The Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe Hands Free Light is genius! ...
I personally like using the 6 LED lights with no filter when I'm reading in bed. I don't have eye strain and John is able to fall asleep. It's a win-win for both of us. I also like that it doesn't have to clip onto to anything. I've tried book lights in the past and always had issues getting them to stay in place...
The Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe Hands Free Light is a practical gift idea for a book lover, crafter, parent, senior or camper on your holiday gift list. Stacie, Simply Stacie.net
One feature that I really liked about the Beam N Read LED Light was that the actual light itself is wider than a standard book light, allowing for more area to be lit at once. This would be great for students, those that like to stay up at night reading, personal hobbies and the list can go on. You also have the option to use only three of the bulbs rather than six. Rita, Mom with a.com
I found the Beam N Read when I googled book light reviews and came across the Beam N Read quite by accident. I was skeptical to all the claims the Beam N Read can do. I have used many book lights as I am a voracious reader. I emailed Beam N Read and Bob emailed promptly and answered all of my questions. I have to say that when I received my order I used my 6-3 Beam N Read to light my way around the house as we had lost power. Let me say this is far better than any torch as I had it around my neck and could continue on with my work. This is the BEST ever book light! I am so glad that I purchased one, and will continue to buy in the future. My last book light was $60 by a very popular brand but it does not hold a candle to the Beam N Read. My old book light had to be adjusted each time I changed pages which is very annoying. I have the 6-3 light but I only need to use 3 LED's when reading at night as this is bright enough. The thing I love most is the width of light which easily covers two book pages. I love that I don't need to have the Beam N Read around my neck as I can just lean/balance it on my chest whilst reading in bed. The most amazing feature about the Beam N Read is the quality of light. The light is out of this world even using only 3 LED's is phenomenal and it is great for your eyes. I love the compact size of the Beam N Read and I especially appreciate that you do not need to flick a switch to turn off just move the reflector hood to the horizontal position. The Beam N Read is simple to use. The cost of the Beam N Read is unbelievable- very reasonable price. I wish all of Australia could learn of your wonderfully extraordinary product and how incredibly versatile it is. Every one should have a Beam N Read. It will change your life. Carly, Queensland, Australia (customer review)
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I love to read into the wee hours, as I am firm beliver in the "just one more chapter" mantra... Not wanting to disturb my husband I am often forced to leave the comfort of my warm, soft bed to finish those chapters. Have you ever sat on the floor in the bathroom to finish those last chapters? I have! I spent the last thirty days testing the Beam N Read both for my comfort and those of the man snoring rather loudly beside me... Unlike some reading lights such as clip ons, and those annoying head gear lights, it has a wide light that illuminates the entire book from hardcover to paperback. It will even work for the older eReaders. The kit contains a clip on red filter allowing you to soften the light...I loved the adjustable strap, and how well constructed the unit is...The Beam N Read is perfect for readers and crafters and is reasonably priced... With Christmas less then 6 months away, these would make fantastic stocking stuffers for everyone on your list.
Kimbacaffeinate, Caffeinated Book Reviewer .com
I've tried using other book lights before, but they have always been a real fail for me... the Beam N' Read Personal Light...met all of my expectations and more!...This product is highly recommended for all readers and crafters. I like the Beam n' Read so much, that I'm buying one for my mom for Christmas. Sheila, Why Not? Because I Said So!.blogspot.com
This is really convenient to use because it is totally hands free. You just hang it around your neck and start reading. I feel like it is really better for my eyes to use this too. I've not used it for anything other than reading, but it would come in handing for other tasks where you need to use your hands and get great light. If you are a reader, I highly recommend trying this product! I think you'll love it! Christy, Christy's Cozy Corners.com
I am an avid reader. Each night I love cuddling up in bed with a good book. The only down fall is my hubby does not like it. It is hard for him to sleep when I have the table lamp on. ..I have tried those lights that clip to books and such but to be honest they just become more of a hassle then they are worth.
Recently I was sent a Beam N Read for the purpose of this review. I was so excited to try it out because it finally gave me something that would help me to read at night with out keeping my husband awake... The 3 light option works best when I am trying to read and is dim enough for my husband. There is also light covers that help to dim the light for him. I can use the light with the regular clear cover or I can put a red or orange cover over the light. It is super easy to do and very handy.
My husband even loves the Beam N Read. Krista, Heavenly Savings.net
Since I have an older Kindle model, it does not have a back-lit screen, so the Beam N Read is a perfect accessory for me to use with my Kindle. Especially when I want to read in bed before going to sleep, and I don't want to disturb anyone... Another wonderful feature of the Beam N Read is that you can flip a switch on it to use 3 LED lights instead of 6. Brooke, Brooke Blogs.com
My new favorite light for the Kindle, ...Really lightweight and flexible... I now usually have it on when I'm home. Going downstairs at night or to a darkened room, or when I just can't see something well enough, I can save on lights by just turning this on, which is done by flipping up the hood/reflector... I love that it's always available when I need extra light... I was just tired of clipping on a light and adjusting it... Amazon doesn't make this easy to find, but it is extremely useful, in my view, for any e-reader.
Andrys Basten, Editor/Publisher, Kindle World.blogspot.com
I found the BNR was actually perfect for reading in the dark on my Kindle, though I did have to adjust the lights a bit to get the right coverage. If I aimed it straight at the Kindle there was some glare, but setting the light on my chest and the Kindle just outside the main beam created the perfect amount of ambient light for reading. Carly Z,
Gear Diary.com
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Want to know a secret? I love to read in bed. Actually, I love to crochet in bed too. And do homework. And sometimes even (gasp!) have a snack. But i especially like to read. More than once Computer Dude has found me asleep with my book right next to me, my place of course having been lost. But I can only read when he isn't trying to sleep. I hate using those booklights that clip on to your book, they aren't very strong. Plus the size of the light is usually pretty small, which means that I usually have to end up unclipping it and moving it around. So that means that I have to read with the bedroom light on, which keeps Computer Dude awake.
I was given the chance to try out a Beam N Read recently. I wasn't sure about it at first, I must admit. A light that hangs around your neck? I have to say that I really wasn't sure if it would work or not, but i was willing to try it out. I'm very happy I did, too! ... The beam of the light is bigger than a regular book light, but not so big that it lights up the whole room. I really appreciated the fact that there were two different light strengths, and that it also came with two filters (one red, one orange) in case the light was too harsh.
I use it almost every night now, for reading and for crochet. Not only do I use it in bed, but I like being able to sit downstairs and do those things too, without having to keep the lights on and wake up the little ones. This thing is so useful! I can see myself using this for a long time. Stacie, Staying-Me.com
Have you ever tried reading at night without waking up everyone in the room? I know in my house we are all book worms and love to read before bed...the problem is that once you get super tired you either have to get up and turn off the light or have the side lamp on keeping the other person awake. In my daughters case she would have to climb out of her bunk bed and try to reach the light which could be disastrous. We have tried it all...the lights that clip on the book that fall off easily and the bendy light that you attach to the wall that just doesn't give enough light once your head blocks the bulb... So what do I think about the Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe hands Free Light? I think that it has been a life savor for my daughter! She is able to read while in bed without me having to hear her scream that her book light fell off or she just doesn't have enough light. I also love that with a quick flip of the light it turns off and is easily to manipulate for anyone-even my old bones with arthritis! Melissa, Free Frugal Mommy of One.blogspot.com
When I first heard about this amazing product, I knew right away that this was what I was looking for. Let me explain in detail.
I read (on average) a book a day. I have terrible eyesight--even corrected. Oftentimes, I having to read in reduced lighting--especially when I am reading in the car. Add the end of daylight time, and you can imagine how hard it is to read in the dark (don't worry--my mom is driving. I don't read and drive!). I have had to use those stupid clip-on lights, and I never had good success with them. I always have to move the light all around, and every time I turn the page, I have to move the clip on light...
And I found that when I used this light, I used it even when I wouldn't have normally used a light. It was bright outside, but this made it so much easier to read. I honestly do not know how on earth I ever survived with this item before! Ruth Hill, My Devotional Thoughts.net
So, call me a dinosaur, but I still like to read "real" books on occasion. I also read using the Kindle app on my iPad, but I have quite a few paper books that I just never got around to reading. At night I hate reading with the bedroom light on. Not only will this disturb the sleeping hubby, but it also will require me getting out of bed to turn it off. Geez, that's just wrong. When I start dozing off for the night, the last thing I want to do is crawl out of bed. The Beam N Read can be quickly shut off and I can drift off into dreamland...With the Beam N Read's 6 LED lights, it provides an extra wide light that makes it a lot more versatile than just a book light. Jennifer, SweepTight.com
My conclusion would be that if you have need of a reading light, the Beam N Read might well do the job for you. It's small, feels pretty durable, and provides a novel solution to the aggravating problem of lights getting in your way that I personally feel is far superior to a head lamp. Best of all,... it's affordable enough for anybody.
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One of the things I love about its use with reading is that I still enjoy reading books - I mean physical books, not just electronic books. The clip on lights often don't stay on very well and don't light up the whole area, meaning you are constantly having to move it around, which is cumbersome when holding a book and turning pages and having to fiddle with a light. With the Beam N Read, this isn't necessary. Both hands are free to hold the book, flip pages, take a sip of wine, all without having to worry about fiddling with the light. I have twins who also enjoy reading books and have to share a room, so even they are enjoying this. Michelle, Swank Savings.com
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I like to read. Whether it's before falling asleep, riding on the plane, or on a blustery day when you just want to stay inside, it's so easy to lose yourself in a good book. Unfortunately, sometimes the lighting doesn't cooperate... Fortunately, I have discovered the solution to getting the perfect reading light wherever you are, whenever you want to read - the Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe Hands Free Light....I loved how it shines the light directly onto my book without illuminating the whole room. I played around with the different filters and the LED settings and found the orange filter and the 6 LED setting to provide the most comfortable reading light for me....
While there are other reading lights out there, none of them have the straight forward and practical design of the Beam N Read. You don't need to move the light with every page turn, or switch it from one side of your book to the other. It beams the light exactly where it needs to be - in front of you - without you needing to hold it...
With it's ease of use, hands free functionality, and the ability to adjust the light, the Beam N Read is officially my favorite reading light and has secured a permanent spot on the nightstand. Miriam Tirips, wic project.com
I have used numerous reading lights and have not found one that would satisfy all my needs...I was given the opportunity to review the Beam n Read Personal Hands Free Reading Light and immediately noticed that it was something different and wondered why it took so long for someone to come up with it. I LOVE it. The reading light is simple and easy to use... Filters are included with the reading light, so you can adjust the brightness to your own comfort level. I found I would use a different filter for certain lighting conditions, so the red or orange options are a plus. A fantastic idea we have been missing.
Sherry Fundin, fundinmental.com
This is a great light. I do a lot of reading while walking. Now that it is dark so early this light comes in handy so I can easily keep reading when it gets dark. I also do a lot of reading in bed and this also works well as a book light...
This would make a great Christmas gift for a book lover! Inspired Kathy, I Am A Reader.com
I was extremely excited when my Beam n Read showed up in the mail. I've been wanting a light to read at night for a long time, but I didn't want something that would disturb my husband. He tends to wake up and catch me reading in the middle of the night. ;)...I really like the light. I think I'll get one for my mom since she has trouble sleeping and the red light cover seems to help with that. The red light doesn't disturb my husband either, so now I can read to all hours of the night without getting caught! Dena, Batch of Books.com
I am not fond of clip on lights but want extra light when reading print books. This little light provides all that and more. This was perfect for reading in bed and shines on the book without disturbing my husband while sleeping... The bunnies and I give this light 5 carrots.
KyBunnnies, Bunny's Book Reviews
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Best ever reading light. I use it for traveling and at home for any task that needs extra illumination on it. It works beautifully with my Kindle. Thank you. (Karen, Hillsboro, OR)
I bought this light for myself after reading some 'book light reviews' online and after having purchased/discarded many other lights that just did not live up to expectations. LOVE IT. my family makes fun of me mercilessly but function wins! now i am buying lights for my daughter and her college friends for their dorm room reading! (Colleen, OH)
Best Booklight.
I love this booklight! Whenever my husband and I drive someplace, I bring my
book along and he always complains about the light. But this booklight shines
directly on the pages. It hangs around your neck so you don't have to keep
adjusting it like you do with a clipon. It's also great if you like to read in
bed. (Kathleen, NY)
My second.
The concept of this is brilliant. Instead of trying to attach
the light to the book (how's that gonna work if I want to read The New Yorker
or The New York Times in bed??), this one attaches the light to you, facing
out at the book or magazine or newspaper or knitting – – or if you're in a motel
room, it will help you find your way to the bathroom (Evelyn, CA)
Best reading light ever!
Won't keep the spouse awake. This reading light has saved my marriage! I can
read perfectly with it and not bother my spouse. In fact, the Beam N Read
light is so good, that I now prefer to read with it instead of the "big"
reading lamp next to my bed. (Miniaturist.Com, VT)
I'm
very happy with my new BNR LED 3. It is easily the best “read in bed
before sleep time” light source I've ever owned. (Birmingham, AL)
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The Beam N Read is by far the best personal reading light we have ever come across.
Scott Carmichael, Executive Editor, Gadling.com