ALTSON Selfie Light Review: Soft Clip-On Light for Video Calls
Part of The Remote Work Travel Guide: Set Up an Office Anywhere
What we liked
- Clips to laptops, phones and tablets
- Adjustable brightness and tone
- Rechargeable
What we didn't
- Small, so light is directional
- Can glare in glasses
- Clip may scratch glossy surfaces
Quick take
The ALTSON is a 60-LED clip-on light with ten brightness levels and adjustable color temperature. It clips to the top of a laptop or phone and points at your face.
Where to buy: ALTSON 60 LED Selfie Light on Amazon (typically about $15 to $25).
My take
This one is really great to have as an extra light. It doesn’t do RGB, but it’s very low cost and lights up your area for Zoom calls whenever you need to hop on a meeting.
What it is
A small rounded light with a spring clip and a tripod adapter. It’s made for video calls, selfies and quick social clips rather than full video production.
Where it fits on the road
Calls from a room with a window behind you leave your face in shadow. Clip this on, set a warm tone, and the camera exposes for your face instead of the window. It’s the cheapest way to look awake on early meetings across time zones.
“Really low cost and exactly what you need when you hop on a Zoom call.”
Reggie R.
How it compares
- NiceVeedi RGB light. More features and color; a bit more to learn.
- Logitech Litra Glow. Better-quality monitor light; bigger and pricier.
- Ring light. More even light, but not travel-friendly.
Looking good on calls across time zones
Early and late calls happen in bad light. Pair this with a laptop stand for an eye-level camera and a dynamic mic for clean audio. A productivity planner helps when you’re juggling time zones.
Price and value
Expect to pay about $15 to $25, though prices on Amazon move often, so check the current listing before buying. Excellent value for what it does: a small fix for a common problem. Cheap enough to keep in your laptop bag.
How I scored it
The 4.5-out-of-5 score is led by my own recorded thoughts, checked against what buyers report across retailers, weighed on value, build quality and how well it fits a travel and remote-work life. Read the full method on the editorial policy page.
3 tips to get the most out of it
- Angle it slightly above eye level. Light from below looks eerie.
- Lower brightness if you wear glasses. Reflections disappear at lower settings.
- Use a warm setting at night. It matches indoor lighting and looks natural.
FAQ
Does it fit thick laptop lids?
Most lids; very thick monitors may not fit.
Is it USB rechargeable?
Yes.
Does it work with a tripod?
Yes, with the adapter.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
Good for remote workers on video calls in dim rooms. Skip it if you need strong light for filming. Planning more than this one purchase? Start with the Remote Work Travel Guide for the full portable office setup.
Bottom line
A small fix for a common problem. Cheap enough to keep in your laptop bag.
Our experience, in combination with what others say.
