Luci – Inflatable Solar Lantern by MPowerd

When I turned this lamp on for the first time, I was reminded how far LED technology has come. Not only that, I was impressed with how well MPowerd has executed this inflatable solar lantern.

MPowerd was founded in 2012 with the goal of providing micro solar powered products to “do good by doing well”. They work on providing green, off the grid solutions to the energy problem. And from what I’ve seen, they’re doing pretty well for a company that’s only been around for two years.

A little while ago MPowerd sent me the Luci to review, let’s look at the features and then take a look at what I think:

Features

• 10 x 6500k LEDs
• 65 Lumen output (with a 10ft illumination range)
• 3 settings (Bright, Super Bright and Flashing)
• 6-12 hours of light
• Photovoltaic Panel integrated
• Materials – Inflatable waterproof PVC
• Dimensions: 5″ diameter x 1″ collapsed
• Weight: 4 ounces
• 8 hour charge time
• 3.7V, 1000 mAh battery
• 300-500 charge life cycle
• MSRP: $14.99
• 2 PVC hanging loops

What are my Thoughts?

The Luci Solar Lantern is a great all-weather solar light for your home, campsite and/or tent. It’s sturdy and puts out a decent amount of light for your around camp duties.

I really like how it can be inflated and deflated so that it doesn’t take up a lot of pack space, but still provides decent lighting while in use.

I’d like to see a brighter version of the lantern, maybe one with a rounded bottom that would spread light a bit more, but for the price, size and weight, it gives out adequate light.

It’s ideally suited for a picnic table or in a tent to have omni-directional lighting. It’s equipped for the job with the PVC hanging loops that are attached to the top and bottom.

I’m really impressed with the quality and price of the lantern. $15 for a solar powered LED lantern is a great price for something that is built to last.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on solar lighting and if and how you’d use a light like this.