This Dark-Sensing Nightlight Doesn't Even Take Up an Outlet

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. The GuideLight 2 is a space-saving nightlight. Tyler Lacoma/CNET Plug-in nightlights keep you from tripping, guide guests in bathrooms and help keep kids safe in bed -- but they can be a little greedy about your outlets, taking up one or even two sockets depending on their size. That's why I was interested in trying out SnapPower's Guidelight 2 outlets, which are essentially outlet covers that contain a no-wires smart LED nightlight that leaves your sockets free. The basic two-pack nets you two nightlight outlet covers for $43, or about $21 each. Here's what I thought about my experiments with them. A no-sweat installation The GuideLight 2 outlet's back panel on a table. Tyler Lacoma/CNET The GuideLight 2's LED light is battery-powered and doesn't require any tinkering with wires. For most outlets, all you'll need is a small flathead screwdri ... Read full article.