GE Color Changing LED Night Light for Kids – Nursery Plug-In with Dusk to Dawn Sensor and Cool Touch Safety
GE Color Changing LED Night Light for Kids – Nursery Plug-In with Dusk to Dawn Sensor and Cool Touch Safety
Couldn't load pickup availability
Why you'll love it
- Eight color options let the light double as a fun decor piece instead of a basic plug-in night light
- Dusk-to-dawn sensor means no fumbling for switches in the dark and lower electricity bills
- Cool-to-touch, UL-certified housing is safe around curious children and pets
- Compact form factor keeps the second outlet free, unlike bulky plug-in alternatives
- Three lighting modes (solid, color-cycle, soft white) cover both playful kid use and adult normal illumination
- Multi-pack variants offer better value for whole-home coverage or gifting
Perfect for
- Helping toddlers and young kids fall asleep with a comforting soft glow
- Safe nighttime navigation of hallways, stairs, and bathrooms for kids and adults
- Adding ambient decorative accent lighting that matches mood or room color scheme
- Providing a plug-and-play night light in nurseries without buying a separate lamp
- Gifting as a practical, affordable housewarming or baby-shower present (especially 2-pack and 4-pack variants)
Light Sensing
Automatically turns on when the room is dark and turns off when the room is lit.
Ideal Brightness
Fine-tuned LED provides the perfect amount of light for evening routines.
Compact Design
Only takes up a single receptacle - leaving plenty of room for other electronics.
Product Information
COLOR CHANGING – Features 8 vibrant colors to choose from: red, green, blue, pink, orange, purple, yellow and teal – Perfect for your bedroom, bathroom, hallway and more THREE LIGHTING MODES – Solid color mode lets you to choose your favorite of the 8 available colors, color-changing mode automatically cycles through the available colors and soft-white mode allows you to opt for a more traditional night light LIGHT-SENSING FEATURES – The night light automatically turns ON at dusk and OFF at dawn, reducing energy consumption and saving you money MINIMALIST DESIGN – Sleek and compact style is designed to save space and keep second outlet available for use SAFE & RELIABLE – This reliable night light is created to last, cool to the touch, UL-Certified and designed in the USA
Always dream in color when you fall asleep with the GE-branded Color-Changing Night Light. The light’s soft glow is perfect for evening routines or helping kids get to sleep — there’s also a variety of colorful lighting options! Choose between three different modes: solid color, color-changing and soft white. In solid-color mode, light up your dark room or hallway with one of eight vibrant colors. In color-changing mode, enjoy all the colors as they slowly fade from one to the next. For normal illumination, just opt for the white light mode. There’s no need to unplug the night light during the day — the light’s sensor automatically turns the night light on when the room gets dark — ON at dusk, OFF at dawn. To turn the night light off manually, simply push the button located at the base of the light. Featuring a sleek design, the compact size only takes up a single receptacle in an outlet, leaving the second free for use. Ideal in bedrooms, staircases, hallways, bathrooms and more, guide your way with the GE-branded Color-Changing Night Light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this night light safe to leave on all night in a toddler's bedroom?
Yes. The GE Color Changing LED Night Light uses cool-to-touch LED technology and a UL-certified housing, so the surface stays safe to touch even after hours of use. The dusk-to-dawn sensor also turns the light off automatically when the room brightens, so it only runs when your child actually needs a soft glow.
Will the colors keep my child awake or overstimulate them at bedtime?
The night light offers three lighting modes, including a soft white setting that mimics a calm, traditional night light. You can skip the color-cycle mode at bedtime and lock in soft white or a single soothing color to help your child wind down.
Is the plug-in design safe if my baby or toddler pulls on the cord?
There is no cord to pull. The night light plugs directly into the wall outlet and stays flush, so there are no dangling wires for curious hands to tug on or wrap around small fingers.
Can I use this in a shared kids' bathroom for nighttime potty trips?
Absolutely. The dusk-to-dawn sensor turns the light on automatically in low light, giving your child a gentle guide to the bathroom without having to flip a switch. The cool-to-touch LED housing is also safe in a humid bathroom environment.
Does it get hot enough to burn a child's hand?
No. Unlike incandescent bulbs, the LED construction stays cool to the touch even after a full night of use, so an accidental grab from a toddler will not result in a burn.
Is this a good night light for a 2-year-old's nursery?
Yes. The compact plug-in design keeps it out of reach, the LEDs stay cool to the touch, and the soft white mode provides a comforting low glow that is ideal for toddler sleep training.
Will my infant be disturbed by the color-changing mode overnight?
You have full control. The night light remembers the last mode you set, so you can leave it on soft white or a single calm color and the color-cycle will not activate on its own during the night.
Is this safe to install in a baby's crib-side outlet?
Yes, the night light is designed for standard wall outlets and the compact single-receptacle housing means the second outlet remains free for a baby monitor or sound machine.
Is this night light better than a plug-in candle warmer for a kid's room?
For a child's room, yes. There is no flame, no hot wax, and no heating element, which removes the burn and fire risks that come with candle warmers while still providing a soft, ambient glow.
How does this compare to a traditional incandescent night light for kids?
It runs cooler, uses less energy, lasts significantly longer, and offers eight colors and three lighting modes that a basic incandescent bulb cannot match.
Is it safe around pets as well as children?
Yes. The cool-to-touch LED housing and enclosed design make it safe around cats, dogs, and curious toddlers alike, with no exposed bulb or hot surface.
Will my child be able to break or open the night light?
No. The unit is a sealed, UL-certified housing with no accessible bulb or replaceable parts, so there is nothing for a child to open, pull apart, or swallow.
Could my child accidentally change the color and not be able to sleep?
The control button is small and requires a deliberate press, but if you want to lock in a single calming color, simply cycle to the shade you prefer and leave it. The last setting is remembered each night.
Is the dusk-to-dawn sensor reliable enough that I do not have to check on it?
Yes. The built-in light sensor automatically turns the night light on at dusk and off at dawn, so you can set it once and trust it to handle itself night after night.
Will it interfere with my child's sleep cycle?
In soft white mode it produces a low, warm glow that is gentle on developing eyes. For most families, the soft white setting is dim enough to support sleep rather than disrupt it.
Is it safe to leave plugged in 24/7 in a child's room?
Yes. The LED technology is rated for continuous use, the dusk-to-dawn sensor conserves energy by shutting off during daylight, and the cool-touch housing makes around-the-clock operation safe.
How do I set up and start using the night light?
Plug the unit into any standard wall outlet, press the button on the front to cycle through the three lighting modes (solid color, color-cycle, and soft white), and use additional presses to choose your preferred color. The dusk-to-dawn sensor will then automatically turn the light on at night and off during the day.
How do I switch between the eight colors and three modes?
A single press of the button on the front cycles through the lighting modes. Within solid color mode, additional presses move through the eight available colors. The unit remembers your last setting and returns to it each night.
How do I disable the dusk-to-dawn sensor if I want it on during the day?
Cover the small light sensor window with a piece of opaque tape to trick the sensor into thinking it is dark, which will keep the unit powered on regardless of the ambient room brightness.
Does this work with any standard US wall outlet?
Yes. The night light is designed for standard 120V US household outlets and plugs in directly with no adapter required.
Will it work in older homes with two-prong ungrounded outlets?
Yes. The plug is compatible with both grounded three-prong and ungrounded two-prong outlets, so it works in older homes and apartments without modification.
What is included in the box?
The box contains the GE Color Changing LED Night Light in the pack size you ordered (1-pack, 2-pack, 4-pack, or 1-pack swivel). No bulbs, batteries, or accessories are required, and the unit is ready to use straight out of the packaging.
Is this night light safe and reliable for long-term daily use?
Yes. The unit is UL-certified, uses cool-to-touch LED technology rated for continuous use, and includes a built-in dusk-to-dawn sensor that minimizes unnecessary operation. With no bulbs to replace and no moving parts, it is designed for years of maintenance-free use.
Does the night light use a lot of electricity if left on all night?
No. LED night lights use only a fraction of a watt, typically costing only pennies per year to operate, and the dusk-to-dawn sensor ensures the unit is off during daylight hours.
What is the difference between a night light and a candle warmer lamp?
A night light provides a small, automatic, low-power glow for safety and ambiance and plugs directly into the wall with no heat, flame, or consumables. A candle warmer lamp uses a heating element to melt scented wax, requires a bulb, replacement wax melts, and active monitoring, and introduces heat and open-bulb risks that a night light does not.
