Tired of burning your fingertips on matches and gas station lighters? Heck, tired of always buying matches and gas station lighters? We found a reusable, safety-focused alternative in the form of a bendable, rechargeable electric lighter trio. That’s right, not one, not two, but three rechargeable, flexible, long-neck lighters you can use on candles, fires, grills and other hard-to-reach spots.
Users who had “no idea these electric candle lighters even existed” say that after making the switch, they “can’t imagine going back” to their old ones. One even deems the pack, “the best purchase I’ve made in a long time!” And while they come in three color options, Prime Members can currently snag the black, rose gold and champagne set for almost 30% off, making it under $10.
It’s a lighter that produces no open flame, harsh smell or hot fingers. And, it will never “run out” of fuel. With a flameless plasma arc, a 10.2-inch body and a dual safety lock, it’s a smartly designed lighter you’ll be happy to have in the house. With a three-pack, you’ll have one for every room.
Windproof and splash-resistant, these rechargeable lighters are great for outdoor use, including fires and grills. Reviewers who smoke give them an A+ for lighting cigarettes. They’re also loved for taking hiking, hanging on the deck, and general outdoor usage, “since you won’t have to worry about matches getting wet,” one wrote.
The 360-degree neck lets you position the lighter at every angle, ideal for getting every last bit out of your favorite candle. Unlike traditional longneck lighters, these are electric and rechargeable via their USB-C port and included charging cord. This means they’ll never need lighter fluid or oil, as they start fires via an electric, no-flame plasma, which users call steady and “large enough to accommodate even the thickest of wicks.” Note: the brand says you’ll get about 600 lights per charge.
“I always kept long-neck lighters in a kitchen drawer for random uses, but they’re always out of fluid when I need them...With these, there’s no worry about running out of fuel...I’m genuinely impressed with how well these work and how long they last,” one reviewer said, calling the lighters “safe, reliable and totally worth the price.”
Reviewers comment on how easy the lighters are to operate, especially for folks with arthritis.
“The matte metal handle feels good in the hand, and they do not weigh much of anything,” reviewer fun times said. “The flexible neck works well, allowing you to get in and light the occasional pilot light that may be out.”
The handle features an LED light to show you the battery level, as well as a two-step, dual-lock ignition for added safety. You press the safety lock switch, then hit the ignition button to start the lighter. The plasma will automatically shut off after seven seconds for safety.
“I love the idea for my elderly mother instead of her using a real lighter, or heaven forbid, matches,” one wrote.
Reviewers are giving this lighter trio glowing reviews. Read more below and grab a set for your home.
“I bought these for my self-starting grill that quit lighting by the starter. These are great to use on the lighting tube on the grill. I cannot use regular lighters because of the arthritis in my hands. These are easy and quick.” — Gadget Lady
“I can’t tell you how many grill and candle lighters my family has gone through over the years. They work fine, but I always hated that they were disposable instead of refillable. These are a great solution! They arrived fully charged and packaged well with a USB-C charging cord for each lighter. The long length and bendable neck make it easy to reach into the grill and candle holders for lighting. The LED lights indicate when they need charging. My favorite part is that they require 2 steps for igniting. This is a great safety feature while still making them easy to use.” — bookworm15
“These lighters are convenient and safer than traditional ones since there’s no open flame. The flexible neck makes it easy to light candles in deep jars or grills. A single charge lasts for many uses, though the power display isn’t always perfectly accurate. Having three in the pack is useful for keeping one in different rooms.” — heihachi
Looking for more actually useful impulse buys? Check out this list of HuffPost editor- and reader-loved items under $25, by former shopper writer Haley Zovickian.
A six-pack of Affresh washing machine cleaning tablets
Washing machines need cleaning, too, and these Affresh tablets do the job with just a toss into your washer. I'm obsessed with the results and love how they're essentially effortless. Definitely one of my best impulse buys this year — I wish I'd taken the plunge sooner.
A two-pack of rotating LED GE nightlights
I had always assumed nightlights were for children who struggled with a fear of the dark. But when a previous roommate wordlessly put a nightlight in our apartment’s shared bathroom, I quickly realized how subtly revolutionary these practical little gadgets are. I absolutely loved never having to turn on the overhead light late at night, so I could actually fall back asleep after a bathroom trip. I now swear by my these for my bathroom, kitchen and dark staircases, so much so that once I moved into a new place, I, too, wordlessly bought and plugged in nightlights of my own. These ones are light-sensing, so they stay off during the daytime and light up at dusk when a room grows dark. I love how they rotate a full 360-degrees so you can direct their light directly to where you want it (I like to concentrate the light above my sink), plus they’re sleek enough that you’ll have room to utilize the outlets above or beneath them.
The Chom Chom reusable pet hair remover
"The Chom Chom! If you have pets, it’s a must. It saves me from having to vacuum my couches daily to get all the fur off. Love my Chom, worth every penny!" — Jennifer Hershey, Facebook
Kasa Smart Wi-Fi plugs
"[A colleague] convinced me to buy a set of Kasa smart plugs, and now I have bought many more! The way it 'pays for itself' is that every time I leave my apartment and realize I have left on my air purifier or my Christmas lights, now I can turn it off with my phone and save on my electricity bill!" — Kristen Aiken, head of HuffPost Life
These handy Kasa smart plugs allow you to turn your home electronics on and off from anywhere — so you never have to waste money on your electric bill after forgetting to turn off your fan or lamp again. An added perk? By being able to turn lights off and on while you're gone, you can make it look like you're home even while you're on vacation.
A pineapple corer
"A pineapple corer. It takes 2 minutes and [is] worth the $10." — Casey O'Co, Facebook
This handy stainless-steel pineapple corer can quickly de-core and slice pineapples, and is dishwasher-safe.
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