Are LED candles safer than real candles?
Yes, for the main risk: there is no open flame, so an LED candle next to curtains, flowers or a Christmas tree cannot set them alight the way a wax candle can. The remaining risks are the ones of any small battery product, and they are manageable.
Can you leave LED candles on overnight?
They are designed to run for many hours, but good practice is to use the timer rather than leaving them on indefinitely. That saves batteries and means the candles are off when nobody is in the room.
What still needs care with LED candles?
Coin-cell batteries must be kept away from small children, because a swallowed coin cell is dangerous; buy candles whose battery compartment closes firmly. Rechargeable candles should be charged with the supplied base and cable. Outdoor use needs a model rated for water.
What should a buyer ask the factory for?
Ask for the test reports that your market requires for the exact model you are buying, the battery type and capacity, and the warning text and markings for your packaging. Requirements differ by country and product, so confirm them with your own compliance adviser. Ask us which documents are available for the exact model you need.
