GADATOP Electric Lighter Rechargeable Lighter Arc Plasma Lighter Flameless Lighter Outdoor Windproof Lighter Metal Cool Lighter with Rhythmic Flashing Battery Indicator for Candle (Blue)

Why This Deal Is Worth It

I used to keep a drawer full of half-empty plastic lighters that would inevitably fail the second I needed a birthday candle lit or a camping lantern started. The GADATOP electric lighter is different because it uses an electrical arc rather than a fuel source. It creates a high-voltage current between two electrodes, meaning it stays lit even in a gust of wind that would snuff out a traditional flame. The PVD coating is a nice touch because it keeps the metal finish from scratching or fading after months of being tossed in a junk drawer, and the battery indicator lets me know exactly when it needs a USB charge. This is for the parent who is tired of fumbling with matches while trying to manage a hectic household. If you are the person who keeps candles for ambiance but dreads the burnt fingertips or the frustration of a lighter that clicks without sparking, this is your solution. It saves you the cumulative time of running to the store for replacements, which adds up to about three hours a year that you can spend on anything else. One caveat is that the arc is narrower than a traditional flame, so you have to be intentional about where you place it on a candle wick. If your wick is deep in a jar, it takes a second to get the angle right compared to a long-reach butane wand. Once you get the hang of it, you will never go back to disposables.

Rachel Vance

Household Efficiency Specialist