LED candles or real candles, when do you choose which?
A real candle provides scent and a lively flame, while a rechargeable LED candle offers safe and reusable light without an open flame. Which of the two is the best fit depends primarily on where you place the candle and why you are lighting it. Below you can read the difference so you can make your own choice between LED Recharge and a scented candle.
What is the difference between an LED candle and a real candle?
A real scented candle, for example from WoodWick or Bridgewater, burns with a real flame and spreads a scent through the room. An LED candle from the LED Recharge line by Home Society has no flame and no scent, but does have a light that flickers or burns steadily, depending on your preference. It is therefore primarily a choice between ambiance with scent, or ambiance with light without a flame.
When should you choose a rechargeable LED candle?
An LED candle is a great choice when an open flame is not convenient, for example in a place where children or pets can reach, outdoors in a drafty spot, or somewhere you want the candle to stay on for a long time without needing supervision. The LED Recharge line consists of dinner candles, XL dinner candles, pillar candles, mini pillar candles, and tea lights, all rechargeable via USB-C on a Charging Base. One base (available in two sizes) charges all candle models, fully charging in 6 to 8 hours. According to Home Society, a full charge provides up to 120 hours of light.
With the accompanying remote control, you can set a timer for 2, 4, 6, or 8 hours, choose between flickering or steady light, and dim the candle as desired. This is handy if you want automatic ambiance every evening, for instance, without a lighter.
Another advantage: one Charging Base (available in two sizes) is enough to charge all candles in the line, from tea light to XL dinner candle. So, you don’t need a separate charging station for every candle.
When should you choose a real scented candle?
If you mainly want scent in your home, a real candle is the logical choice. That is something an LED candle cannot offer. Think of a scented candle as a mood enhancer for an evening at home, as a gift, or simply because you love a particular scent. On the scented candles and fragrances page, you will find the range from brands like WoodWick, Millefiori Milano, and Bridgewater.
A real candle does require some attention. You light it yourself, keep an eye on it as long as it is burning, and extinguish it before you leave the room. For short, mindful moments of rest, this is actually part of the ritual, but for situations where you cannot be present at all times, an LED candle is more practical.
Can you combine the two?
Certainly. Many people use a real scented candle during moments when they are at home and want to smell the fragrance, and an LED candle in places or at times when a flame is less practical, for example in a child's room or during a party with children present. This way, you combine ambiance and convenience.
Is an LED candle also suitable as a gift?
Yes, a set from the LED Recharge line makes for a fun and practical gift, precisely because it does not involve an open flame. You can also include the candles in a birthday gift or housewarming gift that you put together yourself. Just be sure to include a Charging Base, as it is required to charge the candles and is sold separately. If the recipient already has one, it will work with all LED Recharge candles.
Are you still unsure what best fits your situation? Feel free to visit the store at Wijdstraat 4 in Gouda to see the LED candles and scented candles side-by-side, or send us a WhatsApp message or give us a call at 06-22274340. We are happy to help you think it through.