1. A burnt out battery makes the whole thing expired.

If you don't have an indicator of the battery level it's not the end of the world. But you should ensure that your battery is not overused. There are of course ways to avoid this.

If you buy a rechargeable candle with no on-off switch, you make yourself a disservice. Besides, you would make the first mistake most buyers make. Companies are in it for a buck. Remember, they are also selling batteries to you: - The more the merrier. No on-off switch on the electric candle makes them accomplish that very nicely. What it means to you though, is that you can switch on is this type of candle by plugging it into the mains. And as many buyers report that, this is also the surest way to leave it on while you have a 'short' nap…If you like anything like me, that short nap is easily extendible to last overnight.

2. No on-off switch not only makes use inconvenient, it can make your candle burn out easily from the overuse of battery; Also...

3. ...I'd avoid rechargeable candles with non-replaceable batteries. Realise that if there is a market for that kind of product, it is probably not you.


Actually, when I looked a little harder I found some very smart recharging systems. Here is an example: - The good folks at Candela figured out a very smart way of recharging. It doesn't involve any messy plug-ins. (I guess the real idea behind must have been to get a real looking candle without those awkward-looking contact points.