Casper Glow Light Review (2023)

Written by Amelia Jerden, Senior Staff Writer

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I re-reviewed the Casper Glow Light to update this review with my takeaways on the pros and cons of this product. I’ll also go over how to use the Casper Glow Light and some of its features.

You may know Casper best for their bed-in-a-box mattresses — they are one of the most well-known brands on the market — but the brand offers more than just mattresses. One of their most unique products has to be the Casper Glow Light. This little cylinder packs a lot of punch, helping you wind down for bed and wake up in the morning with the power of light.

In this review, I’ll go over my personal experience testing out the Casper Glow Light. I’ll go over how to use it, what it does, and offer my take on who might want to consider buying this product. Short on time? Skip ahead for a review summary.

The Glow Light is a great addition to any bedroom, functioning as a wind down bedside light, sunrise alarm clock, and nightlight.

Sleepopolis Score

4.30 / 5

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Is the Casper Glow Light Right For You?

Before we fully dive in, I want to offer a quick overview of who I think would and would not like the Casper Glow Light.

Who Should Try the Casper Glow Light

If you’re looking for a sunrise/sunset light, the Casper Glow Light is a great option for you. This light dims in the evening to help you wind down and gradually brightens in the morning to wake you up.
If you love cool and unique gadgets, I think the Casper Glow Light’s gyroscopic controls will excite you.
If you have limited space, you will likely appreciate how small the Casper Glow Light is. It doesn’t take up much space at all on your bedside table.

Who Should Not Try the Casper Glow Light

If you need an audio alarm to wake you up, the Casper Glow Light may not be the best option for you. It only uses light as an alarm, so you may need to use an additional alarm if you need an audio alarm to wake up.
If you are looking for a basic table lamp, the Casper Glow Light may have more capabilities than you really need if you just want basic lighting, such as for reading before bed.
If you are shopping on a budget, the Casper Glow Light may be a bit pricey. While there are many other sunrise alarm clocks in a similar price range, it is still a fairly expensive product costing more than $100.

How to Use the Casper Glow Light

Let’s first go over how to set up your Casper Glow Light.

Once you open up the box, you should find the Glow Light and charging pad.
Plug the charging pad into your desired location and place the Glow Light on top.
Next, you’ll want to download the Casper Glow app onto your phone. While the app isn’t technically necessary to use the basic functionalities of the Glow Light, I think you’ll likely want to use it — you need the app to set a wake-up light and to group multiple Glow Lights together.
On the app, you’ll be prompted on how to connect your Glow Light via Bluetooth. You can name your Glow Light (which might be handy if you have multiple Glow Lights). I named mine Glowy!
Once your Glow Light(s) is connected to the app, you should be ready to start using your Glow Light.

The Glow Light can be controlled through the app, but can also be gesture-controlled, thanks to a built-in gyroscope. If you flip the Glow Light, it will turn on. If you twist the light, it will either dim or brighten, depending on the direction you twist. Additionally, you can press the large button on the top/bottom of the Glow Light to pause the light in the dimming process.

You can also pick the Glow Light up and carry it around — it doesn’t have to stay on the charging pad. This means you can easily use the Glow Light as a nightlight if you need to get up in the middle of the night. If you wiggle the Glow Light, it will automatically turn on the lowest brightness setting, which is ideal for use as a portable nightlight.

You can also turn the Glow Light on in the app, as well as brighten or dim the light. You can also set your wake-up time in the app. When using the sunrise function, the Glow Light will gradually brighten over the course of 30 minutes until it reaches maximum brightness at your set wake-up time. For example, if your wake-up time is 8:00 a.m., the Glow Light will start to brighten at 7:30 a.m. In the app, you can set how long the Glow Light should stay bright (from five to 30 minutes), after which point it will dim back down.

If you purchase more than one Glow Light, you can group them together in the app so you can have them work in tandem. This is where naming your Glow Lights will likely come in handy.

The Glow Light is a great addition to any bedroom, functioning as a wind down bedside light, sunrise alarm clock, and nightlight.

Sleepopolis Score

4.30 / 5

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Casper Glow Light Features

The Casper Glow Light can work a few different ways. You can use it for a sunset and/or sunrise effect to help you wind down at night and wake up in the morning, respectively. It can also function as a bedside lamp that simply provides warm light and as a portable nightlight to take with you to the bathroom or to fetch as glass of water at night.

Casper Glow Light Dimmer

When you turn on the Casper Glow Light, either through the app or by simply flipping the light over, it will automatically start on a slow dim. You can pause the dimming by pressing the large button or in the app, but the purpose of the dimmer is to help you wind down before bed. In the app, you can set how long the dimming process lasts, up to 90 minutes.

Casper Glow Light Wake-Up Light

Through the app, you can set a sunrise wake-up light, which gradually brightens until reaching its maximum brightness at your desired wake-up time. Note that the Glow Light does not have any alarm or sound functions that work with the wake-up light.

Price

Wondering how much this smart light costs? Price is naturally an important factor when considering a new purchase like this Glow Light. Currently, the Casper Glow Light retails at $129 for a single Glow light and $249 for a double pack, at full retail. The app does not cost any additional fees and is available on iOS and Android.

The Glow Light is a great addition to any bedroom, functioning as a wind down bedside light, sunrise alarm clock, and nightlight.

Sleepopolis Score

4.30 / 5

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The Casper Glow Light is one of the most unique and downright cool products I’ve ever tested. I love the minimal aesthetic of the Glow Light — when it’s lit up, it looks like a magical lantern. I think it would look nice on just about any bedside table. Beyond looks, the gesture and touch controls you can use with the lamp are so fun and functional. Being able to dim the light by simply twisting it feels simultaneously so high-tech and so simple.

Another one of my favorite features of the Glow Light is that it is portable. This makes it easy to use as a portable nightlight, but also means you can bring it into any room of your house for a little extra light. And all you have to do to recharge it is pop it back onto the charging base. I also really like the color of the light — it’s a warm glow LED light, not a harsh or overly bright blue light.

As far as using the Glow Light for a sunrise alarm clock, I didn’t love it as a standalone product — I’m a really deep sleeper and it takes more than some light to wake me up in the morning. When using the Glow Light as a wake-up light, I had to use it in conjunction with a traditional alarm in order to actually wake up. However, I do think it works nicely as a sunrise alarm — if you can be woken just by light or don’t mind using an additional alarm, this could work well for you.

Policies and FAQs

How does the Casper Glow Light ship?

Casper ships for free within the contiguous United States and Canada. They do ship to Hawaii, Alaska, Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territory for an additional shipping fee.

Does the Casper Glow Light come with a trial?

Yes, Casper offers a 30-night trial with the Casper Glow Light. If you decide it’s not right for you within those 30 nights, you can return the Glow Light for a full refund.

Does the Casper Glow Light have a warranty?

The Casper Glow Light comes with a 12-month limited warranty.

How long is the Casper Glow Light’s battery life?

Casper doesn’t appear to state an exact battery life for this product, but I found it easily lasted several days without charging.

What is the Casper Glow Light made of?

The Casper Glow Light is made of diffused polycarbonate with LED lights.

The Glow Light is a great addition to any bedroom, functioning as a wind down bedside light, sunrise alarm clock, and nightlight.

Sleepopolis Score

4.30 / 5

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Amelia Jerden

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About Author

Amelia is a Senior Staff Writer for Sleepopolis. She primarily covers bedding and sleep accessory products in reviews, how-to guides, and more. You can also find her over on the Sleepopolis YouTube channel. Amelia is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with double majors in media and journalism and in dramatic art. Outside of work, Amelia can usually be found on a hike, traveling to a new city, or at her local thrift store.

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