CFL's (Compact Flourescent Lightbulbs) Reviews

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4.33 of 5 (by 15 users)

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CFL's (Compact Flourescent Lightbulbs) Review Summary

If you’re concerned about the environment, or just want to save a little cash, our reviewers think you may want to consider using compact fluorescent light bulbs. Our reviewers liked the longevity of these light bulbs, which saved them money over time for not having to replace burned out bulbs nearly as often. Viewpoints members notice that these light bulbs use up less energy than regular light bulbs, which not only saves cash, but makes them environmentally friendly. Most importantly, however, is the actual performance of the light. Our reviewers say not to worry, “they take about 15 seconds or so to get to their brightest, but after that they are great.”

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Doing my part to be Green!

JAN

2008

Being green doesn't just mean using organic products, driving a hybrid or recycling it is also about saving energy. I have been doing my part with trying to use organic products around my yard and I recycle aluminum cans. Then I got greener on a trip to Home Depot last year when I spied a big… read full review »

a homeowner, like saving money

kid-kansas
Clearwater, KS

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Great when they last the way they're supposed to!

FEB

2008

I'm a big fan of the florescent bulbs for the amount of energy they save and for the long life. I'm short and the less I have to climb on a step stool to change bulbs the better in my book. I do, however, have a couple of issues with them. First of all, if you have any lights on a… read full review »

too busy to make beds, a home owner

Mystic1275
Dorr, MI

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Good light-Good price

JUL

2008

Compact flourescent Ligts give good light at a good price. Compact Flourescent Ligting (CFLs) don't seem inexpensive f or the initial ipurchase, but in the long run they are a wonderful investment. Do you have a room, porch or hallway where the lights are always on? I had a laundry room where the pull cord for the light had broken and I was too short to reach it, so that light was always on. We lived in that house for eleven years and we were on our second CFL in that fixture. In the years that we lived in that house we converted the majority of our… read full review »

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Baxlovesme
Reidsville, NC

Want to save a ton of money on your electric bill?

an eyeglass wearer, practical, impressed with this product, health conscious, appreciative of good service, a home owner, cost-conscious, value conscious

DEC

2007

If you want to save on your electric bills....buy all compact flourecent light bulbs for your house. You can use them inside & out! It's also one of the best ways you can help our environment. There are so many different ones to choose from, too. There are spots, floods, dimmables, small lamp size & more. I also found blue, green & red ones for Christmas decorating. — Yes, they cost more, at first, but the savings you'll reap in the end is so worth the initial cost. Besdes, you can usually find coupons to use to help. If you don't know what to do with your old light bulbs, think of… read full review »

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Tutunene
Mission, KS

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Compact Flourescent Lightbulbs ROCK ON!!

value conscious, a multiple pet owner

NOV

2007

You Know, Those spirally looking bulbs that go into lamps like a regular light bulb. Maybe not as many "Light Color" choices, such as "Natural Light", but when you consider that they last five or MORE years, use a percentage of the energy while putting out the same amount of light, AND, they are great in the summer, due to the fact that they put out far less heat. — Many utility companies are supplementing stores by selling them for .99 cents each. — Considering how much money they save over the time used, and that fact that they don't have to be changed so often, makes them truly… read full review »

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dragonswizard
Portland, OR

Greatly improved since last purchase!

value conscious

DEC

2007

I purchased my first CFL shortly after they were widely available in stores, so more than a few years have passed. After experiencing good results with that bulb (until it finally burnt out), I decided to continue with a CFL. I am surprised how much better this new bulb is. The full brightness occurs a lot faster, and the bulb, especially the base, remains cooler than the old bulb did. Factor in the energy savings, and I am extremely pleased with my… read full review »

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justmatt45644
Kingston, OH

Great - save energy and look good in most fixtures

a home owner

NOV

2007

Although these light bulbs can take a few seconds to turn on def worth the delay for the efficiency! The different designs are good for different light fixtures. I especially like the round ones that look like regular light bulbs. At first I thought the bulbs were brighter, it is more of a white light. After time they seem to put off less light but still make things look brighter! —… read full review »

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minnixmm
Richmond, VA

money saver

value conscious, a home owner, cost-conscious, an eyeglass wearer

NOV

2007

I changed all the bulbs in my home to these and the first month saw a electric savings of about $20. Nothing else changed consumption wise so I think they are really helping me save some money. I am not sure that they are as bright as regular bulbs but there is no glare and they last a long time. A bit of investment is needed to change over all bulbs but the savings should pay for it… read full review »

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CROBUTKA
Weatherford, TX

Better than what I I thought...

Mr. Fix-it, a woman, experienced parent

JUL

2008

I was pleasantly surprised when I used flourescent lightbulbs, I thought they were a bit poor in their lighting ability, but about 2 minutes later I realized they just had to 'warm up' and lighted wonderfully. We have a pole lamp, and it did require us to remove the attachement piece so the bulb would fit...and easy… read full review »

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ladygal2
Johnson City, TN

Finally starting to be available in more configurations.

a home owner

FEB

2008

CFL's have driven me crazy because they don't fit in many "normal" fixtures. I'm tired of bending lamp harps, or not having shades fit right, just because I'm trying to save energy and do the right thing. I'm pleased to see that they're starting to come now in a wider variety of sizes, shapes and… read full review »

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elizo
Bellingham, WA

Great Money Savings one energy costs

a home owner, budget conscious traveler

AUG

2008

I replaced all of the incandescent bulbs in my small condo with these compact fluorescent bulbs and afte six months noted that they did reduce my energy expenses compared with the previous six months of… read full review »

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PatrickGMcGuire
Pompano Beach, FL

Cfl's are good at lighting after awhile on

a home owner, an avid reader

SEP

2008

I have CFL's in every place I can put them. I do not like that they take awhile to get to full potenial however. You have to turn them on and wait a couple minutes for the full… read full review »

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lynntn
Crossville, TN

Light it up!

comparison shopper, an moderate investor, a homeowner, safe driver

MAR

2008

Light it up and save money!! These bulbs are great and very afforable...besides, aren't we all going to have start using them soon??? Do your part to help the… read full review »

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avaldez49
Austin, TX

ecological

practical, cost-conscious, a home owner, married, a green thumb, looking for durability, ecologically minded, somewhat tech savvy

FEB

2008

These are terrific! They will save a lot on electricity thus lessening an impact on the ecology. They will also save money so that's always a… read full review »

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Suenell
Tamarac, FL

Be very careful they dont break ! But they are economical.

JUN

2008

a home owner, loving my job

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CathySue1960
Port Charlotte , FL

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