For avid readers who share a bed with a sleeping partner, finding the perfect light is a nightly challenge. A former editor for HuffPost's Book newsletter has found her solution after years of uncomfortable workarounds, and it's currently on sale for Canadian shoppers.
From Awkward Headlamp to Perfect Reading Companion
The journalist, a dedicated nighttime reader, spent years using a clunky camping headlamp or her phone's flashlight to illuminate her books. This changed a few months ago when she purchased the Gritin book light, a move she now calls her favourite purchase of 2025. The light is currently discounted by 38%, available for $9.99 on Amazon Canada, down from its regular price of $19.99.
Design and Features Built for Readers
Out of the box, the light impressed with its sturdy construction. Its key feature is a long, flexible arm that allows users to position the light source high above the pages for a wide, even cast. The lighting is specifically designed to reduce eye strain without being so bright it disturbs a partner or lights the entire room.
The heatless LED bulbs offer three adjustable colour temperatures, providing warm, gentle light ideal for pre-sleep use. A dimmer switch allows for further brightness customization. The base features a large, weighted clamp that securely attaches to thick book stacks or hardcovers, preventing it from flopping during use. It can also sit flat to function as a mini table lamp.
Conveniently, the light is rechargeable via a standard USB-C port. The editor reports that with nightly use over four months, she has only needed to charge the unit once, speaking to its impressive battery life.
Overwhelmingly Positive Reviews from Canadian Customers
The editor isn't alone in her praise. The product has garnered enthusiastic reviews from other Amazon Canada customers, who highlight its practicality for the Canadian market where winter nights are long.
Reviewer Noelle Irelia called it "absolutely the best book light I’ve ever purchased", praising the three light modes, dimming levels, and long battery life, while noting the wide light bar illuminates the whole book page.
Ashah declared it their best purchase of 2025, specifically noting features perfect for shared spaces: "The three colour temperatures and stepless dimming allow me to customize the brightness perfectly without straining my eyes... Perfect for book lovers who enjoy nighttime reading without disturbing anyone else." They also confirmed a battery life of up to 80 hours.
In a particularly telling review, Richard Peterson shared that the light managed to please his notoriously hard-to-please mother, who uses it for late-night colouring. He was impressed by "the flexibility and staying power of the arm, the simplicity of the controls and the options in light intensity and colour."
The editor concluded with a tip for shoppers, noting she initially bought a smaller, more expensive version. She advises others to take advantage of the current sale on the deluxe model while the significant discount lasts.
