Are you trying to find cell phone external flashes and selfie lights among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling cell phone external flashes and selfie lights on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 19 hours of research and did 56 cell phone external flashes and selfie lights tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best cell phone external flashes and selfie lights you can buy today
- 【 3 Light Modes】The selfie light for iphone has 3 light modes(cool light, warm light, cold-warm light) and color temperature adjustments from 2500K-9000K, which are provided to meet your various usage needs and ensure you always look your best, such as makeup lighting, selfie, video recording, video conferencing, vlog show, live streaming. The selfie light for phone can meet the requirements of different skin tones, bringing you a good complexion when the surrounding light is not good enough.
- 【10 Brightness Levels】The camera light built-in 60 high-brightness LED light beads, solving the problem of light and improving the quality of night photography. The phone light for pictures has 10 levels of brightness adjustable, no matter whether indoor or outdoor, day or night, you can have the brightness you want, and enjoy the fun of a selfie. The color rendering index of the makeup light is as high as 95+, giving you a natural, smooth, and radiant complexion.
- 【 Dual Phone Light Clip Design】The portable light has two clips: a front clip and a back clip. The front clip can be installed horizontally or vertically through the 2 1/4" screw hole. With the front clip, the video light can be rotated 120° front and back, and 360° left and right. The back clip can fix the light on the back of the phone. For mobile phone rear camera shooting. The clip design is not easy to drop, compatible with all kinds of mobile phones and laptops.
- 【 2 Types Charge Ports and Built-In High-Capacity Rechargeable Battery】LED light for phone built-in 5000mAh high-capacity battery, and has long battery life. The led light for phone can be charged by most devices that support USB ports or Type-C ports, such as laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, car chargers, etc. This portable light for photography can be fully charged in about 2 hours, maximum brightness output of about 2 hours, minimum brightness output of about 15 hours.
- 【 Universal Compatibility and Portable】This tiktok light is compatible with all smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc. It is perfect for creating high-quality real-time videos on popular social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Snapchat, FaceTime, TikTok, etc. It is used for selfies, makeup, live show, art photography, live streaming, and other scenes to solve the problem of low light. This led phone light is only pocket-sized, so you can easily carry it with you wherever you go.
- 【100 High CRI95+ LED Beads & Soft Light Board】VL100X LED camera light with Clip has 100pcs High Quality Color Rendering Index 95+ beads and the Max Brightness up to 900Lux(2500K-6500K), lager lighting angles up to 120°. Design with soft light board, make supplement light softer and not dazzling, offer wonderful lighting. Perfect for vlogging, portrait photography, Conference/Zoom Call, Video recoarding and Live Streaming.
- 【3 Color Mode Adjustable】The small Camera Light provide 50 white light beads and 50 warm light beads, color temperature 2500K-6500K. Warm light, Nature light and Cold light, you can adjust it quickly by wheel according to the change of application scenario. Brightness Adjustable from 0% to 100%.
- 【Built-in 2000mAh Rechargeable Battery】this portable camera light is built-in 2000mAh rechargeable lithium battery, charging time is 3 hours, maximum brightness output up to 120 minutes, minimum brightness output up to 480 minutes. It supports with type c charging port, working power supply 3.7V, support charging while using.
- 【Two Ways to Mount】ULANZI VL100X LED Selfie Light with Clip，Max.Clip Width 0.78in/2cm, the clamp utilizes high-class plastic material, incredibly stable, not easily falls down, widely applicable to various iPhone or android cellphone, iPad, tablet, laptop, ect. The photography light is equipped with the 1/4-inch screw that can be attached to a camera, tripod, microphone mount, light stand or other support using a universal cold shoe adapter on the bottom.
- 【Packing List】 1 × VL100X LED Video Light, 1 × Clip, 1 × Typ-C Cable, 1 ×Ball Head, 1 × User Manual. Our product come with 1-year warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. If the photography light has any problem, please feel free to contact us.
- RECHARGEABLE AND PORTABLE - BANSINE pocket selfie phone light only weighs 92G and is 72mm thick which fits into a small handbag, backpack, or pocket, and can be carried around. The built-in usb rechargeable 2200 mAh polymer battery could offer 2 - 15 hours of continuous lighting, making them a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option, this rechargeable and portable selfie light will be your great gadget no matter for selfies or makeup, or TikTok.
- 97+ HIGH CRI AND 660 LUX ILLUMINANCE - BANSINE photo light is a perfect gadget that features high CRI 97+ which could bring you more accuracy, more realistic, and more saturated, and the picture is brighter and more artistic, and the brightness of 660 LUX can provide enough light for shooting, making the photos taken more clear and bright. In darker environments, this level of brightness allows photos to be brightly illuminated, restoring the true colors of the object being photographed.
- ADJUSTABLE COLOR TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 2500K AND 6500K - This LED phone light is equipped with 3 light modes, white, warm white, and warm light, each with 3 adjustable levels ranging between 2500K and 6500K, allowing you to freely adjust the color temperature as needed, resulting in more realistic and natural looking photos.
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - This phone clip light easily clips onto most phones. Compatible with all smartphones, tablets, laptops, tripods, cameras, etc. It is a professional tool for creating live videos with your smartphone or computer, Ideal for taking selfies, Zoom conferences, Live streaming, Makeup, artistic photography, object fill, selfie fill, or low light situations.
- YOUR MUST-HAVE - Whether you're an influencer, photographer, content creator, makeup artist, literary artist, traveler, or general consumer, the BANSINE Selfie Light will be your great helper, the light features a pocket size, 660 lux, and 97 CRI to provide you with natural skin tones, and a radiant look, with a color temperature between 2500K and 6500K, allowing you the freedom to adjust the color temperature as needed, and USB charging to make it even more convenient, even you're on the go.
- WHAT YOU GET - You will get a package that included a selfie light, type-c charging cable, a storage pouch, a 160° rotatable standard tripod/selfie stick screw mount, a 180° rotatable padded spring clamp made for your monitor/laptop/phone, and a cold shoe mount for a camera. Please feel free to contact us at any time if there are missing parts of your packaging, or any problem while using the phone selfie light, we will provide the best solution for you.
- Different Color Temperature Modes: The selfie light has 3 light modes(cool light, warm light, cold-warm light). The color temperature index of the video light can be adjusted in the range of 2500K ~ 9000K. Whether you prefer warm or cool tones, the different color temperature modes cater to different skin tones. It is suitable for TikTok, video conferencing, selfie, makeup, vlog and live streaming, ensuring that you always look your best for any occasion.
- Infinitely Adjustable Brightness：The camera light built-in 150 high-brightness LED light beads, solving the problem of light and improving the quality of night photography.The color rendering index of the phone light is more than 95+. You can adjust its brightness between 10%-100% and choose any brightness you want. Indoors or outdoors, day or night, you can enjoy taking pictures.
- Built-in High Capacity Rechargeable Battery：The light for phone built-in 5500mAh high-capacity battery, and has long battery life. The selfie light for iphone can be charged through devices with Type-C ports, such as laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, car chargers, etc. You can charge it quickly with a charging cable at any time without worrying about running low, and enjoy your photo time.
- Universal Compatibility and Portable: This phone light clip is easy to clip on most phones. Compatible with all smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc. The portable selfie light is perfect for creating high-quality real-time videos on popular social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, etc and used for selfies, makeup, live streaming, etc. This filming light is only the size of a pocket, wherever you go can be easily carried, at any time to help you solve the problem of photography.
- Package Contents: 1 × Selfie Light, 1 × Front Clip, 1 × Cold Shoe Mount with ¼" Thread, 1 × Charging Cable, 6 × Color Card, 1 × Soft Shade, 1 × User Manual. By using this multi-functional LED light for iphone, you can meet various scenes and requirements, enhance your visual effect and bring you a different photo experience.
- Two Kinds Clip-on Design : The iphone light clip has two designs: a front clip and a cold shoe mount with ¼" thread. With the front clip, the light can be adjusted 120 degrees and the mobile phone lens can be fixed to the lens fixing hole on the front clip for use. With the cold shoe mount with ¼" thread, this camera selfie light can be adapted to cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, etc. It can be carried at all times, making it ideal for photography, videography or traveling.
- Multifunctional Use: This led selfie light also comes with 6 color cards and a soft shade, so you can match the phone light with the cards to get a variety of colors and create multiple layers of light, allowing you to achieve multiple uses for the light. Plus, it's a multi-angle, highly compatible iphone light. This portable light for phone is perfect for selfie loving person, or someone that posts a lot of videos.
- 【7 Light Modes & 10 Brightness Levels】 :The selfie light has 7 Light Modes(2500K-6500K), which are provided to meet your various usage needs, the high CRI rating of 97+ allows you to be charming in any situation, such as makeup lighting, selfies, video recording, video conference, vlog show, live streaming. Led selfie light for phone built-in 60 LED lighting beads to improve the quality of night. The fill light is softer, brighter not dazzling, and can protect your eyes well.
- 【2200mAh Rechargeable Battery】 The led selfie light built-in 2200mAh rechargeable battery and USB Type-C charging port. This cell phone fill light is easily charged by laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, car chargers, etc. Allows you to use it everywhere. The camera light can be full-charged in about 2h, and offer a 130-minute operation at 100% brightness, over 15 hours for 10% brightness.
- 【Wide Compatibility & Improve Pics Quality】: This slim and lightweight LED phone light will brighten up your appearance so you look your best in front of the webcam. Which is perfect for selfies, photos, photography, video, mobile phone, laptop, makeup, live streams, or vlogs. The rotatable design makes the portable selfie light so incredible and largely enhances the quality of your content. It is bright enough, which helps you look charming and shiny.
- 【Lightweight and Portable】: The lightweight and portable size of the cell phone fill light even allows you to carry it with you at night for outdoor live broadcasts/selfies without any burden. The extra storage pouch makes it easier to carry.
- 【Package & 3 Years Warranty】: This phone selfie light comes with a video light, 160° rotating mount clip, 180° rotating 1/4'' nut adapter, 1/4'' hot shoe mount, type-c charging cable, and storage pouch. If you have any problems with this clip fill video light, just message us and we will give you the best solutions, our customer service will reply within 24 hours.
- 【1 Equals to 5+】Screw and connect the phone light clip and explore the versatile usages: a phone clip light, laptop light, computer monitor light,camera light and a reading light. It is a perfect night light with 3-stage dimmable brightness and creating romantic atmophere with RGB colors. Simple one button click to turn on/off and shift light modes.
- 【D4-Cool Light Up Wand】Universal cold and hot shoe mount, compatible with most digital camera, tripod and selfie stick. It also support multiple light interconnections, transforming into a colorful RGB light bar by simple one click, perfect for Chrismas/Birthday/Bachelorette party decoration.
- 【Eye Fatigue Reduction】This mini clip light contains 49 LED beads with high display index (90%) and 3-difussion layer and lower color temperatures (from 2500K to 6000K), ensuring bright yet soft eye friendly lighting effect.
- 【Portable Light】The light featuring a palm size of 80X80X28mm and the clip is detachable,360° rotatable, very easy to carry, suitable for outdoor lighting needs.
- 【Extendable Light Stand】D4 light is upgraded version with a built-in retractable plate, which could extend the light range and adjust the height to meet more different usage needs.
- 【Tips of Choice】D3 meets daily indoor usage with 200mah rechargeable battery and 3-color dimmable settings, a perfect night light, reading light or camera light. D4 is for more professional and creative usages with 1000mah and RGB light modes, cool lighting kit for party, video lighting, professional shooting and outdoor lighting, etc.
- 【3 Light Modes & 10 Brightness Levels】The selfie light has 3 Light Modes(3000K-6500K), which are provided to meet your various usage needs, the high CRI rating of 90+ allows you to be charming in any situation, such as makeup lighting, selfies, video recording, video conference, vlog show, live streaming. Led selfie light for phone built-in 80 LED lighting beads to improve the quality of night. The fill light is softer, brighter not dazzling, and can protect your eyes well.
- 【2000mAh Rechargeable Battery】The led selfie light built-in 2000mAh rechargeable battery and USB Type-C charging port. This cell phone fill light is easily charged by laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, car chargers, etc. Allows you to use it everywhere. The camera light provides up to 3 hours of use at maximum brightness. Never worry about running out of power with this durable and reliable phone light clip.
- 【Clip-on Design】Easy and secure attachment, our selfie light for phone easily clips onto your device without obstructing the camera or screen. With silicone padding inside, your device is protected from scratches, and the 180-degree adjustable angle offers the optimal lighting direction. There is a cold shoe mount with ¼" thread embedded for cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, make it ideal for photography, video recording or traveling.
- 【Lightweight and Portable】The lightweight and portable size of the cell phone fill light even allows you to carry it with you at night for outdoor live broadcasts/selfies without any burden. The extra storage pouch makes it easier to carry.
- 【Wide Compatibility 】Tiktok light for phone, this selfie clip light is a perfect gift for selfie loving person, or someone that posts a lot of videos. Be suitable video conference lighting/video conferencing/remote working/zoom call lighting/self broadcasting and live streaming/vlog video/TikTok. Phone light with multiple shooting angles & high compatibility.
- Two kinds Clip-on Design : The selfie light has two kinds clip: front clip and back clip. With the front clip, the light can be adjusted 90 degrees and the mobile phone lens can be fixed to the lens fixing hole on the front clip for use. When using the back clip, the light can be fixed on the back of the mobile phone, which is used for mobile phone's rear camera shooting. It compatibles with various types of mobile phones or laptops, the clip design is not easy to fall.
- 3 Light Modes & 10 Brightness Levels: The selfie light has 3 Light Modes(Bright White, Bright White + Warm Yellow, Warm Yellow), which provided to meet your various usage needs, allowing you to be charming in any situation, such as makeup lighting, selfies, video recording, video conference, vlog show, live streaming. Built in 60 LED lighting beads to solve the problem of light, improve the quality of night photography. Enjoy your selfies no matter it is indoor or outdoor, daytime or at night.
- Common Micro USB & Type-C input and the ability to charge with a wall charger, car charger. The led clip light can be charged by most devices that support USB ports or Type-C ports, such as laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, Car chargers, etc. It also includes a built-in rechargeable battery so you do not need extra batteries. (Tips: Type-C cable is not Included)
- Universal Compatibility and Portable: This light is easy to clip on most phones. Compatible with all smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc. It is a professional tool for creating live videos with smartphone or computer, perfect for Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Snapchat, FaceTime, etc. Works on taking selfie, live show, art photography, objects supplemental light, selfie fill in light or inadequate light condition. Pocket sized and extremely compact, it will not take up much space in your bag.
- 12 Months Warranty & 24 Hours Friendly Customer Service: each customer who orders this portable phone clip light will be fully covered by our friendly customer service; also this selfie clip light is a perfect gift for selfie loving person, or someone that posts a lot of videos. If you have any problems with this led selfie light, just message us and we will give you the best solutions, our customer service will reply within 24 hours.
- Steplessly Adjustable Brightness: The video light has 120 built-in LED lighting beads, which can well help you solve the light problem and improve the quality of night photography. The brightness adjustment of the iphone light is stepless, you can adjust from 10%-100% to any brightness you want. Whether it is indoor or outdoor, day or night, you can enjoy taking selfies, you can have the brightness you want
- Built-in Rechargeable Battery：The phone clip light has a built-in 5000mAh high-capacity rechargeable battery, the selfie light for iphone has a long battery life. This phone light for pictures can be charged by TYPE-C, you can charge many devices quickly through the charging cable, such as laptops, PCs, power banks, USB chargers, car chargers and so on, without worrying about running out of power. Once fully charged, the light can have a long life, allowing you to enjoy your photography
- Wide Compatibility：This portable light for photography can not only be used as a selfie, but you can also use it for makeup, zoom lighting, vlog, tiktok, youtube, live streaming or video conference. Led light for phone is compatible with a wide range of devices, such as cell phones, tablets, laptops, tripods and cameras. In addition, camera light can be used as an additional light source in case of emergency
- Multiple Color Temperature Modes: The selfie light has 3 Light Modes(Cold Light, Natural Light, Warm Light). The color rendering index of the portable light for phone is more than 95+, and the color temperature index can be adjusted from 2500K to 9000K. Whether you like warm or cool colors, you can freely adjust to your favorite color temperature parameters, which can meet your various needs for use, allowing you to bring out the exclusive charm in any situation for an impressive visual effect
- Double Clip Design: This phone light clip has two designs, a front clip and a cold shoe mount with ¼" thread. When using the front clip, you can adjust the light 180 degrees, the phone lens can be fixed in the front clip on the lens fixing hole to use, clip with non-slip rubber, you can easily fix the phone clip light to protect the device from being scratched.. When using cold shoe mount with ¼" thread, it can be used to mount cameras, making it ideal for photography, video or travel
- Soft Shade and Color Card Design: Phone light with multiple shooting angles, lighting for video recording comes with 6 color cards and a soft shade, you can get a variety of colors by matching the iphone light and color cards to create multiple levels of light, allowing you to achieve multiple uses for one light. When you are out shooting, you can also take it with you, the scene mode can be freely switched to easily create a variety of atmospheres to meet a variety of scenes and requirements
- Package Contents: 1 × Selfie Light, 1 × Front Clip, 1 × Cold Shoe Mount with ¼" Thread, 1 × Charging Cable, 6 × Color Card, 1 × Soft Shade, 1 × User Manual. The filming light is lightweight and pocket-sized so that you can throw it into your bag without hesitation, to fill in the light for the object or selfie, to solve the trouble of low light. This mobile phone fill light can be a perfect gift for friends, family, colleagues, lovers who like to take selfies or post a lot of videos
- 【Wide Compatibility and Multiple Usage Scenarios】RGB selfie light compatible with 99% smartphones, laptops, IPad’s, etc. Comes with a metal hot shoe that attaches to your camera, perfect for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and more. iPhone's selfie light, you can use it selfie, live broadcast, photography or makeup, to solve the problem of low light and give you a better experience
- 【Color Temperature & Brightness Adjustable】The phone light can be easily adjusted between 1%-100% brightness, color temperature can be easily adjusted between 2500K (warm)-9900K (white),1500lux/0.5m lumiuous ensuring that you always look your best in every selfie. Suitable for selfie, live broadcast, make-up, video conference.
- 【USB Rechargeable & Long-lasting】The USB rechargeable RGB selfie light is equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery, allowing for easy charging via any USB port, such as power banks, laptops, desktop computers, car chargers, etc. The LED screen displays available runtime, and it comes with a USB-A to C charging cable * 1
- 【Versatile Lighting Options】The rechargeable selfie light has CCT, HSI and EFFECT modes. Including warm white, cool white, 360° full color and 21 special effect scenes, CRI 95+, you can easily create the perfect lighting atmosphere for any situation. From soft, natural lighting for everyday selfies to bold, colorful lighting for creative projects, our selfie lights have you covered
- 【What You Get】RGB selfie light * 1, metal hotshoe * 1, phone clip * 1, USB-A to C cable * 1. Friendly customer service, for 30 days after the date of purchase, receive refund guarantee for any reason. 12-month warranty for quality-related issues.
How to choose a good cell phone external flashes and selfie lights
Does the idea of finding a fantastic cell phone external flashes and selfie lights make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in cell phone external flashes and selfie lights. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top cell phone external flashes and selfie lights products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top cell phone external flashes and selfie lights on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top cell phone external flashes and selfie lights brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top cell phone external flashes and selfie lights based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the cell phone external flashes and selfie lights were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good cell phone external flashes and selfie lights, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your cell phone external flashes and selfie lights.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting cell phone external flashes and selfie lights for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our cell phone external flashes and selfie lights. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
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