Does this candle "flicker" like a real candle flame would flicker?
2065131
Yes, the candle flickers. These are the most realistic candles I've ever seen.
2065132
yes, the "flame" moves in a circular pattern. Looks real unless you get right up on it. I have all of mine set on timer and change the batteries about every 2 to 2 1/2 months. Love them and have been using daily for about 14 months now.
2065133
Yes it does....these candles are absolutely amazing. I have many, and I have given many as gifts. Using the timer mode the batteries last for months...I probably have about 30 of these throughout my home, hubby and I just love them....hope I have helped you... :0)
1022
Yes! The flicker indicates that the set temp is reached/ maintained. If you decrease or increase the temp, the flickering will stop until the newly set temp is reached.
470212
In short, No. That said, it depends on the LED light. Most dimmable LED's start to flicker when they get below 20% of full brightness. I have Switch Bulbs on a Maestro and they begin to flicker at about 15 to 20% of full brightness, it's dim but not to the level incandescent can get. I also have Phillips & Switch bulb (2 connected lamps) on a Diva dimmer and the Phillips flickers well before the Switch. Now I co have several Cree Recesses lights (Home Depot) on a Diva dimmers and they dim down right to candle light level. All the switches I use are designed for CFL & LED. The fact that the Cree recessed lights go all the way down to that barely on level I think has more to do with the lights LED electronics rather than the Maestro or Diva dimmer. I haven't used enough variety to be suitably knowledgeable in a definitive manner. Hope this helps.
1499991
I believe it has somewhat dissipated however it didn't bother me even at the beginning. I think these are the most realistic flameless candles I've ever seen.
233911
It is not a bright light but very similar to a real candle. Don't know if that helps or not.
1985111
Yes, the flame looks just like a real fire, love it very nice unit for the money.
1874206
Yes, the silicone dipped lights really flicker. They are really pretty. I have one burning in a primitive lamp right now. They give of a perfect warm flickering glow.
652475
In my original review I pointed out that these flicker when dimmed, could also be associated with buzzing since the load is on and off. Mine are still going strong after considerable use, however, I rarely dim since the flickering is irritating.
1675677
The light is always on when I start the machine. I've never had any problems with flickering.
2000820
You have the option of choosing the "candle" which gives you a flicker like a candle. The "light" is just that, it doesn't flicker it's just on. Does that make sense?
1514920
It's bright enough to be a "mood" light. It's as bright as the candles/oil lamps in many restaurants. Are you able to read your menu in such restaurants? I'd say "no" to using this electronic candle because the flickering is realistic, and that would make sustained reading unpleasant. I own two and could easily read a menu by their light, but I could not read a book. Perhaps if you had 5 or more, the flickerings would all balance out??? My bottom line recommendation is to use these candles to fill the room with a warm ambiance and read by another source, perhaps a clip-on LED book light that will cast a steady, clean light right on your page. Or get a Kindle which has a built-in light. It's bright enough to be a "mood" light. It's as bright as the candles/oil lamps in many restaurants. Are you able to read your menu in such restaurants? I'd say "no" to using this electronic candle because the flickering is realistic, and that would make sustained reading unpleasant. I own two and could easily read a menu by their light, but I could not read a book. Perhaps if you had 5 or more, the flickerings would all balance out??? My bottom line recommendation is to use these candles to fill the room with a warm ambiance and read by another source, perhaps a... » Read More It's bright enough to be a "mood" light. It's as bright as the candles/oil lamps in many restaurants. Are you able to read your menu in such restaurants? I'd say "no" to using this electronic candle because the flickering is realistic, and that would make sustained reading unpleasant. I own two and could easily read a menu by their light, but I could not read a book. Perhaps if you had 5 or more, the flickerings would all balance out??? My bottom line recommendation is to use these candles to fill the room with a warm ambiance and read by another source, perhaps a clip-on LED book light that will cast a steady, clean light right on your page. Or get a Kindle which has a built-in light. « Show Less
1421661
Hey Amanda. They are the basic same size of tea lights or votive. The ENTIRE thing glows so to me they aren't as realistic as the flame type. Depends on how u use. In an opaque votive candle holder they give a nice illusion . I DO LOVE THE TIMER which is hard to find in this size. HTH : )
1810110
I think they do flicker like real ones. I really like mine. Nice not to have to worry about flame. I am very happy with mine.
1641154
They do not flicker. Furthermore they are so white they would hardly be considered a simulation of a fire.
230988
There is only an off/on button on the bottom of the candle plus a slot to put the battery. There is no way to shut off the flicker mode.
288447
The flame heads do not move but they do flicker like a real candle which makes a nice touch!
1073549
It mimics the flickering of a real candle - very realistic. Most of the people I've given these to have gone online and bought more of them for themselves and gifts for others. You'll LOVE them!