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EMBAR lamp at table level beside puzzle with clear shadow-free lighting on pieces

Table-Level Light Stops the Shadow Your Ceiling Creates on Puzzle Pieces

You want to see every piece clearly — without squinting, leaning forward, or fighting the shadow that falls right where you're working.

It's Not About Brightness. It's About Angle.

Ceiling lights & floor lamps, desk lamps both shine from the wrong direction. Your head and hands block the light and create shadows right where you're working.

When light comes from beside your puzzle — at table level — nothing blocks it. No shadow. No glare. You see every edge and every color, even the dark blues that all looked the same before.

Table-level light shining on puzzle with no shadows compared to overhead light with shadows
EMBAR cordless lamp at table level beside puzzle with clear lighting on pieces

14,000 Puzzlers Switched to EMBAR

EMBAR is a small cordless lamp that sits right beside your puzzle. It puts light exactly where it needs to be — at table level.

No cord to work around. No outlet to find. Pick it up and move it as you work on different sections. The battery lasts 15 to 36 hours on one charge.

Three light settings let you adjust the tone. Tap to switch. Hold to dim. The heavy base keeps it steady when you bump the table.

★★★★★ "I finally see the difference between dark blues and blacks. No more leaning. No more squinting." — Patricia L.

What Puzzlers Say About the Difference

★★★★★ "Was getting frustrated with my puzzle. Bought this lamp and found pieces in the first 5 minutes I'd been missing for days." — Janet R.

★★★★★ "The shadows are gone. I puzzle for hours now without eye strain." — Carol M.

★★★★★ "I can finally work on puzzles after dinner without fighting my overhead light." — Margaret K.

4.8 stars from 14,000+ puzzlers. 30-day money-back guarantee.

Relaxed puzzler at evening puzzle table with clear shadow-free lighting

EMBAR works for more than puzzles. Card games, Mahjong, diamond painting, cross-stitch, reading — anywhere you need clear light on a table without shadows. The 2-pack is the most popular order. One for puzzles. One for wherever else you need it.

Common Questions

Ceiling lights shine down from above. Your head and hands block the light and create shadows on your puzzle. Table-level light shines from the side — nothing blocks it between the lamp and your pieces. No shadow.

15 to 36 hours on one charge. Most puzzlers charge once a week. USB-C cable included — plug in at night, full by morning.

No. The base is heavy on purpose. It stays put on card tables, dining tables, and TV trays.

Warm white for cozy evenings. Natural white for clarity. Cool white for telling dark colors apart. Tap to switch. Hold to dim.

Yes. No cord — pick it up and place it wherever you're working. Most puzzlers move it 2-3 times during a session.

About 10 inches tall with a small mushroom-shaped top. It sits at the edge of your puzzle without blocking your view.

30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not seeing your pieces more clearly, send it back for a full refund.

One for puzzles, one for reading or the bedroom. The 4-pack brings each lamp down to $23.75 — a popular choice for gifts.

★★★★★ 4.8/5 from 14,000+ puzzlers

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

USB-C Rechargeable · 15–36 Hour Battery

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Table-Level Light for Puzzles: Why It Works

The Shadow Problem with Ceiling Lights

Most puzzlers work under ceiling lights or floor lamps. These lights shine down from above. Your head and hands block the light and cast shadows right where you're trying to see. Brighter bulbs make it worse — more light from the wrong angle means darker shadows.

Why Table-Level Light Fixes It

When light comes from beside your puzzle at table level, nothing blocks it. No shadow falls on your working area. The angle is too low to create glare on glossy puzzle surfaces. Dark blues, greens, and blacks look different from each other again. You stop squinting. You stop leaning forward.

The EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Lamp

EMBAR is a small rechargeable lamp built for puzzles and tabletop hobbies. Cordless design lets you place it right beside your puzzle. 15-36 hour battery. Three color settings. Heavy base. Sits at table level for shadow-free lighting. 30-day money-back guarantee. 14,000+ puzzlers made the switch.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.4 / 5 from 1026 reviews.

Customer photo review of Embar Game Night Lamp

Lighting for board game nights has been an issue for a long time in our home. The light fixtures are too high above the table and changing to brighter bulbs still wasn't enough. I'm so glad we found these lamps. They work wonderfully!

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

I contacted customer service to tell them that my lamps came poorly packaged in bubble wrap and the boxes were crushed. Instead of the promised five to seven business day delivery it took 12 business days. The lamps are cheap; I suspect they came from China, and I do not want them. After contacting customer service a second time, they offered to refund 50% of my money instead of having me go through the hassle of returning them. I think that is fair, and I will consider giving them away instead of returning them.

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Customer photo review of The Embar Lamp..

Ordered three lamps. Mainly for puzzles but my puzzles haven’t come yet so tried them for my Bible reading without all the lights on!! Love it and no shadow casting on my reading. One was for a girlfriend but she didn’t have room for it!!!! So now I have three and actually four because one came damaged and the company is sending out a replacement!!!👍☺️

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

Build something that is worth the money and not a piece of broken plastic crap.

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

While it was slightly lower and therefore with a smaller illuminated radius than expected, the light was enough for a large board game, so I am happy with this. Design was easy to handle and looked nice on the table. However, the pin was slightly bent from base after transport, the boxes looked generally to have been through rough times.

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

I really like the puzzle light. It really illuminates the glare & makes puzzling much more enjoyable! It just took about a month to arrive!

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Customer photo review of Add Another EMBAR Lamp

I got two lamps. The top at one is not correct. The plastic light cover sticks out further than the top ring and looks bad. The other lamp is ok. See photos. Can you send me a new one please? I tried to press it back into place, but it will not move. Phone is 513 312-3989 Chuck Lane 886 Castlebay Drive Cincinnati, Oh 45245

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Customer video review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

I bought two and both lamps are super temperamental. Sometimes they work and sometimes they don’t and I was gonna gift one to my sister, but it doesn’t stay on when I turn it off and come back an hour later it doesn’t work. I have to recharge it. it doesn’t charge well just trying to get it on in office is a lot but my first one didn’t worked for one second or one minute and then it doesn’t work ever ever since then.

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

Not only dies this lamp shine light on the puzzle, it changes the while aesthetic of the room.

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Customer video review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

The one came broken. Both, after being completely charged, don’t turn on. I had such high hopes, but am completely disappointed in this product. Packaging HAS to be sturdier at the very least!

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Customer photo review of Embar Game Night Lamp

I bought the four pack and I’m happy I did. We are a big gaming family and can spend an entire day playing back to back scenarios. We use two at a time, recharge and trade out with the second two. Very happy with the size, mobility and choice of three different light settings. Would be nice if the charge lasted a bit longer, but as I stated before, we probably play for a more extended period than most. I’m happy with my purchase.

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Customer photo review of EMBAR Cordless Puzzle Light

Package arrived in bad shape. Box was crushed. Unsure if it is broken but something loose is rattling inside the base

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Customer photo review of Add Another EMBAR Lamp

Broken, lopsided. Trying to return. Have sent photos and videos twice already. Please someone tell me how to return. I ordered 3.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

As an ardent puzzler, I was especially pleased to receive a pair of these lamps as a surprise gift. They have already shown their usefulness in providing close-up true colors on small pieces. I regret that the USB connections are so short, though. It can be a challenge finding a place for them to charge. Other than that liability, I am delighted to have them.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

Bought 2 for family puzzling. Getting another for manicure tasking.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

Great light! I like the different tones but also that it can be dimmed or brightened. Helpful in a power outage as well.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

The EMBAR lamp is excellent. I am glad that I got it I’m an avid puzzler .

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

This little lamp works surprisingly well! I use it for extra lighting while doing my jigsaw puzzles. Only thing I would suggest is a longer cord for charging.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

We love these lamps! Takes the glare off the pieces - much easier to see!

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Puzzle Lamp

Love love love! This little lamp is amazing. Just heading to purchase more for the fam who are all trying to sneak mine away!

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Excited to use this with my next puzzle. I love that there are three light settings AND that it’s dimmable. I bought a couple so that we can also have them on hand in the event we have a power outage. The ability to recharge them with our power supply was a plus.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Simple, functional design. It can be used to light small rooms aside from good lighting for puzzles.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Great lamp! I was struggling with my puzzles in the evening, trying to find the right light. I was dragging over tall lamps with electrical cords across the floor , but the light was never quite where I needed it. I love that this has no cord and I can shift it around the table wherever I need it. It was easy to charge and has three light settings, tapping the top. I should’ve ordered two right away. It took over a week to arrive, but it came in perfect condition and it was worth the wait. I find the size perfect, and it looks decorative on the table when I don’t have a puzzle there

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Customer video review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

This lamp is pretty cool. Three different tones by quick touch, dimmable by long touch, and touch on and off by quick touch. Being cordless is perfect for games or puzzle tables. Also handy as a bed-side light.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Great little light. Helps me distinguish the colours. Gotta keep working on the puzzle.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Works great, rechargeable, light weight. Perfect for that little extra white

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

I bought this little lamp for puzzles at camp. It’s quite dark in there and i needed a lamp that doesnt need to use electricity. When I opened it i loved it and ended up using it on my little table where i drink coffee at home. I now have to order another for camp puzzles. Lol. I Love that it has 3 light settings. Great lamp. Might need one for camping too 🤔

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Provides some light without being too much.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Mine was unfortunately damaged in shipping. They are sending me a new one. I can’t wait to get it as our family is a puzzle challenged family. Always one going on the puzzle table. Great family entertainment.

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

This lamp is such a game changer for me as I love doing puzzles in various locations around the house. I can use this lamp anywhere, with no wires. It charges up quickly. I love this purchase!

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Customer photo review of The EMBAR Game Lamp

Love this lamp and the 3 levels of light it gives. I'm working during a power outage on Manitoulin Island. No! I dont miss the TV🤣 (Do you make a 10" diameter lamp?) I'd buy that!

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