By: Rose Matthes
Co-Founder of Poplight
Let's compare one of the wireless wall sconces that requires tools against Poplight, the tool-free, drill-free wireless wall sconce alternative.
Wireless, rechargeable wall sconces have grown in popularity as renters and homeowners alike look for easy to install ambient lighting. Battery operated sconces are becoming the wall sconce of choice for a home decor upgrade that doesn't require an electrician or hardwiring.
Price and Specifications
| Costco Wireless Sconce | Poplight Wireless, Tool Free Sconce | |
| Dimensions |
6.5 in. × 5 in. × 14 in. |
11" L x 5.3" W x 7.9" H |
| Tool free | No, drilling required | Yes |
| Everything included? | Yes, mounting brackets, wall anchors, mounting screws, charging cable, 5' USB-C cable | Yes, double sided adhesive, 6' USB-C cable, Poplight battery pack |
| Lumens | 250 Lumen | 300 Lumens |
| Dimmable | Yes | Yes |
| Warmest Color Temperature | 2700K | 2700K |
| Adjustable Color Temperature | No | Yes |
| Smart Features | No | Yes (free iOS and Android app) |
| USB-C Rechargeable | Yes | Yes |
| More color options | No, only black | Yes, 7 color options |
| Sleep timer | Yes, 1 hour | Yes, unlimited |
| Group together | No | Yes, unlimited |
| Price | $39.99 | $99 |
What do these two battery operated sconces have in common?
The Costco rechargeable wall sconce and Poplight both do not require any hard wiring (wiring that connects to your home's electrical box). This removes the hard work of wiring traditional wall sconces OR spending money hiring an electrician.
Both rechargeable wall sconces offer cozy, warm ambient lighting. And both sconces offer dimmability, so you can adjust the brightness to your preference.
What makes Poplight different than the Costco rechargeable wall sconce?
No drilling required for Poplight
Although both sconces don't require any hardwiring, the Costco rechargeable wall sconce does require drilling into your wall. You will need a drill to complete the installation. Although all of the mounting brackets and screws and anchors are included, you'll need to be certain of the spot where you plan to install this sconce, as it will not be moveable. And you'll be required to drill holes into your wall.
Unlike the Costco rechargeable sconce, Poplight does not require any drilling to install. Poplight simply uses double sided adhesive to stick on your wall. Because of this easy installation, Poplight can be install on any painted or finished wall surface in seconds.
Check out how Poplight installs in seconds in the quick video below:
Poplight can be reinstalled easily
The upside of using a stick on sconce light Poplight is also that you can move your Poplight to a new location. This means you can redecorate whenever you need, you'll just need new sticky tape for the next installation. If you're a renter or are moving house soon, Poplight can also come with you to your next place!
Poplight has an app and additional features
There are some other key difference in functionality between Poplight and the Costco rechargeable wall sconce.
Unlike the Costco option, Poplight has 3 built in color temperatures. That means you can adjust between a cool, neutral, and warm color temperature. Color temperature has a big impact on mood and focus, so the ability to adjust an customize can be a big plus!
Poplight also has a free iOS and Android app that allows you to control your Poplights form your phone. The app also lets you group Poplights together so you can control more than 1 at once (like dimming both your bedside lights simultaneously). The app also lets you set a sleep timer and name your Poplights, so you know who's who.
The big takeaway
Although there are cheaper battery operated wall sconces out there, no other battery operated sconce installs as easily, without any tools, or offers the same functionality as Poplight.
Plus Poplight comes in cute colors, so you don't have to compromise your colorful style to get wireless wall lighting.
