Shabbos Lamp Buying Guide: How a Shabbat Lamp Works and What to Look For
Light when you want it. Dark when you need it.
A Shabbos lamp lets you control the light in a room over Shabbos without touching a switch. This guide explains how they work, what to compare before you buy, and which lamps we carry for bedrooms, kids' rooms and travel.
Our pick: EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp, $54.99.
What Shabbos lamp should I buy? For most bedrooms, our pick is the EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp at $54.99: it plugs into the wall, puts out 1,000 lumens of warm white LED light, is rated for 110 to 240V, and has a slim iron and aluminum body in black, gold or white. EZglow is our own lamp.
- Light: 1,000 lumens, warm white LED
- Power: plugs into the wall, rated 110 to 240V
- Body: iron and aluminum
- Finishes: black, gold or white
- Price: $54.99
Other needs: for a lamp you already own, a Shabbulb; for travel, compare the Shabbostick Mini and the KosherLamp 360; the KosherLamp MAX is another bedside option. Shop EZglow or see every lamp in our Shabbos lamps collection.
Our featured pick: EZglow
The EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp is our own Shabbos lamp. It plugs into the wall, puts out 1,000 lumens of warm white LED light, and is rated for 110 to 240V. The slim body is iron and aluminum, in black, gold or white, and it sells for $54.99.
$54.99
Our own lamp: 1,000 lumens of warm white LED light, in black, gold or white.
How a Shabbos lamp works
You turn the lamp on before Shabbos and leave it on until after Shabbos. To make the room dark, you move a cover over the light. To read, you move it back. The lamp itself is never switched on or off, so nothing electrical changes when you adjust the cover. Lamps differ in how the cover moves: some twist, some slide, and some turn the whole housing.
We don't give halachic rulings. Ask your rabbi how your family should use a Shabbos lamp, including on Yom Tov.
What to look for
Shabbos lamps we carry, side by side
| Lamp | Light | Power | Size and finish | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp (our own) | 1,000 lumen warm white LED | Plugs into the wall, 110 to 240V | Slim iron and aluminum body; black, gold or white | $54.99 |
| KosherLamp MAX (Kosher Innovations) | Includes a 9 watt, 800 lumen LED bulb; twist shade | Plug in | 12 in tall, 4 in diameter; several colors | $49.95 to $59.95 |
| KosherLamp 360 (Kosher Innovations) | 54 built in LEDs; turn to show or hide | Plug in | Compact enough for a carry on; one year manufacturer warranty | $59.95 |
| ShabbosLite LED Table Lamp | LED with slide shutter and 3 touch dimmer settings | 120 to 240V adapter, plug adapters included; USB charging port | 5.5 x 8.5 x 11.3 in; travel bag | $67.99 |
| Shabbulb | 7 watt A19 LED bulb with a slide lever that hides, shows and dims | Goes in a lamp you already own | Standard bulb size | $29.99 |
| Shabbostick Mini (Smart Yid) | LED; one twist of the cover blocks the light | USB, Israel and EU adapters included | 6 in tall, under 1 lb; travel case | $54.99 |
Specs come from each product listing on our site. Prices are current as of October 18, 2026.
Which lamp fits which room
See every option in our Shabbos lamps aisle and our kosher lamps collection.
A Shabbos lamp as a Chanukah gift
A Shabbos lamp is a gift that gets used every week. It suits a newly married couple, a family moving into a new home, a student heading to dorm or seminary, or anyone who likes to read in bed on Friday night. Check the recipient's nightstand space and whether they travel, then use the table above to match a lamp. More ideas are in our Chanukah shop and Chanukah gifts by recipient.
Frequently asked questions
What Shabbos lamp should I buy?
For most bedrooms, our pick is the EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp at $54.99: it plugs into the wall, puts out 1,000 lumens of warm white LED light, is rated for 110 to 240V, and has a slim iron and aluminum body in black, gold or white. We also carry KosherLamp, ShabbosLite, Shabbulb and Shabbostick lamps; use the comparison table above to match a lamp to the room.
What is a Shabbos lamp?
A Shabbos lamp, also called a Shabbat lamp or kosher lamp, is a lamp you turn on before Shabbos and leave on. A shade, shutter or cover lets you hide or show the light during Shabbos, so the room can be dark for sleep or bright for reading without switching the lamp on or off.
How does a Shabbos lamp work?
The bulb stays powered the whole time. You twist, slide or turn a cover to block the light or let it through. Nothing electrical changes when you move the cover.
Is a Shabbos lamp allowed on Shabbos and Yom Tov?
Practices differ, so ask your rabbi how your family should use one. Makers publish the rabbinic approvals they received on their own sites, for example Kosher Innovations and ShabbosLite.
How bright should a Shabbos lamp be?
For reading in bed, look at the lumen rating. The EZglow is rated at 1,000 lumens, and the KosherLamp MAX comes with an 800 lumen bulb. For a child's room or hallway, a smaller night light style lamp is often enough.
What is a good Shabbos lamp for travel?
Look for a small lamp with the power options you need. The Shabbostick Mini runs on USB with Israel and EU adapters, the KosherLamp 360 is compact enough for a carry on, and the EZglow is rated for 110 to 240V. Check the plug type where you are going.
Which Shabbos lamp does Judaica Square feature?
Our featured pick is the EZglow Modern Shabbos Lamp, our own lamp, at $54.99. We also carry KosherLamp MAX and 360 lamps from Kosher Innovations, ShabbosLite, Shabbulb, Shabbostick and more in our Shabbos lamps aisle.
Sources: Kosher Innovations, KosherLamp MAX page; ShabbosLite, Halachic Approval page; Judaica Square product listings.
Questions about a lamp? Contact Judaica Square.