GE LED Night Light for Kids and Pets – Cool Touch Dusk to Dawn Plug In, UL Certified Safe Housing
GE LED Night Light for Kids and Pets – Cool Touch Dusk to Dawn Plug In, UL Certified Safe Housing
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Why you'll love it
- Eight color options let the light double as a fun decor piece instead of a basic plug-in night light
- Dusk-to-dawn sensor means no fumbling for switches in the dark and lower electricity bills
- Cool-to-touch, UL-certified housing is safe around curious children and pets
- Compact form factor keeps the second outlet free, unlike bulky plug-in alternatives
- Three lighting modes (solid, color-cycle, soft white) cover both playful kid use and adult normal illumination
- Multi-pack variants offer better value for whole-home coverage or gifting
Perfect for
- Helping toddlers and young kids fall asleep with a comforting soft glow
- Safe nighttime navigation of hallways, stairs, and bathrooms for kids and adults
- Adding ambient decorative accent lighting that matches mood or room color scheme
- Providing a plug-and-play night light in nurseries without buying a separate lamp
- Gifting as a practical, affordable housewarming or baby-shower present (especially 2-pack and 4-pack variants)
Light Sensing
Automatically turns on when the room is dark and turns off when the room is lit.
Ideal Brightness
Fine-tuned LED provides the perfect amount of light for evening routines.
Compact Design
Only takes up a single receptacle - leaving plenty of room for other electronics.
Product Information
COLOR CHANGING – Features 8 vibrant colors to choose from: red, green, blue, pink, orange, purple, yellow and teal – Perfect for your bedroom, bathroom, hallway and more THREE LIGHTING MODES – Solid color mode lets you to choose your favorite of the 8 available colors, color-changing mode automatically cycles through the available colors and soft-white mode allows you to opt for a more traditional night light LIGHT-SENSING FEATURES – The night light automatically turns ON at dusk and OFF at dawn, reducing energy consumption and saving you money MINIMALIST DESIGN – Sleek and compact style is designed to save space and keep second outlet available for use SAFE & RELIABLE – This reliable night light is created to last, cool to the touch, UL-Certified and designed in the USA
Always dream in color when you fall asleep with the GE-branded Color-Changing Night Light. The light’s soft glow is perfect for evening routines or helping kids get to sleep — there’s also a variety of colorful lighting options! Choose between three different modes: solid color, color-changing and soft white. In solid-color mode, light up your dark room or hallway with one of eight vibrant colors. In color-changing mode, enjoy all the colors as they slowly fade from one to the next. For normal illumination, just opt for the white light mode. There’s no need to unplug the night light during the day — the light’s sensor automatically turns the night light on when the room gets dark — ON at dusk, OFF at dawn. To turn the night light off manually, simply push the button located at the base of the light. Featuring a sleek design, the compact size only takes up a single receptacle in an outlet, leaving the second free for use. Ideal in bedrooms, staircases, hallways, bathrooms and more, guide your way with the GE-branded Color-Changing Night Light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this safer than an open-flame candle or candle warmer lamp?
Yes. There is no flame, no hot wax, and no heating element. The LED stays cool to the touch, which removes the fire, burn, and smoke risks associated with candles and wax warmers.
Can I leave it plugged in overnight without fire risk?
Yes. The UL-certified LED construction is designed for continuous use, and the dusk-to-dawn sensor automatically powers the unit off during daylight hours, reducing unnecessary energy draw.
Does it produce any smoke, smell, or off-gassing?
No. Unlike candles or wax melts, there is no combustion and no scent. The LED night light does not release any smoke, fragrance, or VOCs into the air.
Is the housing safe to touch if a child or pet brushes against it?
Yes. The LED technology keeps the surface cool to the touch, and the UL-certified housing is enclosed with no exposed bulb or glass, so accidental contact will not cause a burn.
What happens if it gets knocked or pulled from the wall?
The night light plugs directly into the outlet with no cord to snag, and the durable housing is built to withstand normal household bumps. There is no glass bulb to shatter and no liquid to spill.
Is this a safe alternative to candles for households with kids?
Yes. Parents often switch to flameless lighting for exactly this reason, and this night light gives you a soft, ambient glow without any of the open-flame risks that candles pose around children.
Is it safe to use in a child's bedroom overnight without supervision?
Yes. The cool-to-touch LED, UL certification, and enclosed design make it safe for unattended overnight use in a nursery or kid's room.
Can it overheat or pose a fire hazard with extended use?
No. LED technology produces very little heat compared to incandescent bulbs or wax warmers, and the unit is UL-certified to meet strict safety standards for continuous operation.
How does this compare to a candle warmer lamp in terms of fire safety?
A candle warmer lamp uses a heating bulb to melt wax, which introduces real heat and an open bulb. This LED night light has no heating element, no bulb to heat up, and no wax, making it the safer flameless option.
Is it safer than an electric plug-in fragrance warmer?
Yes. Electric fragrance warmers rely on heat to diffuse scent, which can scorch oils or overload outlets. This night light uses cool LED technology with no heat and no scent, removing those risks entirely.
Could the light start a fire if my outlet is old or loose?
The unit draws minimal power and is UL-certified for standard outlets. As with any plug-in device, you should avoid visibly damaged outlets, but the low-wattage LED draw is well within normal household electrical limits.
Is the surface temperature safe for a baby who might touch it during the night?
Yes. The LED housing stays cool to the touch even after hours of operation, so it is safe around infants, toddlers, and pets.
Will the dusk-to-dawn sensor fail and leave the light on all day?
The light sensor is designed for long-term reliability, and even if it did stay on, the LED draw is so low that it would not create a heat or fire concern. You can also manually override it by covering the sensor.
Is it safe for households with asthma or fragrance sensitivities?
Yes. There is no scent, no smoke, and no aerosolized particles, making it a safe ambient light option for households with respiratory sensitivities.
Does the night light have any small parts a child could choke on?
No. The unit is a single sealed housing with no removable parts, no bulbs to unscrew, and no small accessories that could become a choking hazard.
Can I safely use it in a hallway where my pet runs at night?
Yes. The low-profile, flush-mount design and cool-to-touch housing make it safe for pets that brush against walls in low light.
How do I set up and start using the night light?
Plug the unit into any standard wall outlet, press the button on the front to cycle through the three lighting modes (solid color, color-cycle, and soft white), and use additional presses to choose your preferred color. The dusk-to-dawn sensor will then automatically turn the light on at night and off during the day.
How do I switch between the eight colors and three modes?
A single press of the button on the front cycles through the lighting modes. Within solid color mode, additional presses move through the eight available colors. The unit remembers your last setting and returns to it each night.
How do I disable the dusk-to-dawn sensor if I want it on during the day?
Cover the small light sensor window with a piece of opaque tape to trick the sensor into thinking it is dark, which will keep the unit powered on regardless of the ambient room brightness.
Does this work with any standard US wall outlet?
Yes. The night light is designed for standard 120V US household outlets and plugs in directly with no adapter required.
Will it work in older homes with two-prong ungrounded outlets?
Yes. The plug is compatible with both grounded three-prong and ungrounded two-prong outlets, so it works in older homes and apartments without modification.
What is included in the box?
The box contains the GE Color Changing LED Night Light in the pack size you ordered (1-pack, 2-pack, 4-pack, or 1-pack swivel). No bulbs, batteries, or accessories are required, and the unit is ready to use straight out of the packaging.
Is this night light safe and reliable for long-term daily use?
Yes. The unit is UL-certified, uses cool-to-touch LED technology rated for continuous use, and includes a built-in dusk-to-dawn sensor that minimizes unnecessary operation. With no bulbs to replace and no moving parts, it is designed for years of maintenance-free use.
Does the night light use a lot of electricity if left on all night?
No. LED night lights use only a fraction of a watt, typically costing only pennies per year to operate, and the dusk-to-dawn sensor ensures the unit is off during daylight hours.
What is the difference between a night light and a candle warmer lamp?
A night light provides a small, automatic, low-power glow for safety and ambiance and plugs directly into the wall with no heat, flame, or consumables. A candle warmer lamp uses a heating element to melt scented wax, requires a bulb, replacement wax melts, and active monitoring, and introduces heat and open-bulb risks that a night light does not.
