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Philips Halogena Energy Saver

*Est. $10 for two

Reviewed June 2009

Dimmable halogen light bulbs

Uses less energy than an incandescent bulb
No mercury
Immediate maximum brightness
Can be used with dimmers
Two-year warranty

Not as energy-efficient as CFLs
Shorter life expectancy than CFLs

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Sadly, these bulbs are fragile., October 20, 2009

I recently purchased these bulbs and was very pleasantly surprised with the quality of the light. However, when I lightly adjusted the lampshade yesterday, this lovely light went out--the bulb had been in place for just a few weeks! I do not plan on replenishing my supply of these bulbs when it is depleted--back to the drawing board for Philips!

Arrived broken, August 3, 2009

Not padded sufficiently, arrived broken. May not be a item that you should buy online.

Finally a non fluorescent energy saving bulb., July 22, 2009

Fluorescent lights 'are' more efficient than these but I just do not care for the funny colored light the fluorescent bulbs put out. I screwed one of these 70w Halogena bulbs in next to a standard 100w soft… white bulb, in a dual light fixture, and could not tell the difference in brightness, the color was slightly more yellow (it was hard too see the difference). A big plus for me is that these bulbs work with my existing dimmer switches. :) I plan to order more in the near future. Save some energy and keep the ability to dim your lighting, the best of both worlds.

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Great for enclosed - recessed fixtures, October 16, 2008

My basement has these awful lighting fixtures which are recessed and enclosed by a thick decorative glass which blocks out most of the light of regular bulbs. This bulb turned my dim dungeon into a welcoming living space. Plus it uses a 1/3 less energy than the product I was using the past : love it!

the perfect answer?, October 15, 2008

just got a few of these, is really great! i dont really like the light of energy savers (those funny twisty bulbs), way too harsh for my living room. this product looks like regular bulbs but it promises 30% less energy, havent seen my electricity bill yet, but i trust Philips to deliver what the product says it will.

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Our Sources

1. The New York Times

A panel of New York Times staffers evaluates 21 light bulbs, although only the top six are included in an accompanying chart. The Philips Halogena is rated best and is described as having "full-bodied color, like a good wine."

Review: Any Other Bright Ideas?, Julie Scelfo, Jan. 10, 2008

2. Shahine.com

At the bottom of this page, blogger Omar Shahine tries the Philips Halogena and "can't be happier" in using them. He notes that they offer a midpoint in energy savings between compact fluorescent and incandescent bulbs.

Review: More on CFLs, Omar Shahine, November 2007

3. Amazon.com

Only a few owners have reviewed the Philips Halogena Energy Saver, but it receives a high average score, with reviewers noting the energy efficiency in comparison with incandescent bulbs. One reviewer notes that the light is less harsh than that of CFL bulbs, making it ideal for a living space.

Review: Philips 70-Watt T60 Halogena Energy Saver Light Bulb, Contributors to Amazon.com

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