How do you control it?
The dimmer and timer controls sit on the cord and are easy to use. The dimmer may step through a few brightness levels rather than turning smoothly. The timer runs for 2, 4 or 8 hours and then switches the lamp off, or you can simply leave it on.
How long do the bulbs actually last?
Not as long as they should. Bulb life is the lamp's weak point: some bulbs keep going through months of frequent use, others give out much sooner. The lamp takes a 50-watt halogen bulb with a GU10 base and MR16 shape, so keep a matching spare on hand.
Will it actually melt my candle evenly and release scent well?
It releases scent well: the fragrance circulates easily through a room, and raising or lowering the lamp turns the scent down or up. Heat output varies, though, so a large candle or a hard wax may melt more slowly; bringing the lamp closer to the candle helps.
Is it safe to leave running for hours?
MAKYTWOW builds in a timer with 2, 4 or 8-hour settings to limit runtime automatically, and with no open flame it is a safer alternative to a lit candle. The shade and bulb do get hot, so keep it away from curtains and out of reach of children and pets.
Will it fit any size candle jar?
MAKYTWOW's adjustable-height stand is designed to fit different jar sizes, and the lamp is sold as compatible with Yankee Candle large jar candles. The plate is big enough for most jar candles, but MAKYTWOW gives no maximum height, so check very tall jars.
Is it worth the price, or overpriced for what it is?
It depends on how much you value the looks. As a flame-free way to enjoy candles it is worthwhile, but replacement bulbs add to the running cost. In its favour, it uses up old candles whose wicks are spent, melting the wax until the scent is completely gone, so nothing goes to waste.
