The Best Glow Sticks

Glow Sticks Are Fun!

A favorite staple of dances at conferences are the glow sticks worn by both children and adults. They come in a variety of colors and lengths. When we recently purchased a large amount of glow sticks for a regional conference, we tried to research online the best brand of glow sticks. There is not much information available, mostly that the Lumistick seems to be highest quality.

Lumistick 8 Inch 1000 Glow Sticks Bulk Party Favors with Connectors | Light Sticks Neon Party Glow Necklaces and Glow Bracelets | Glow in The Dark Party Supplies (Assorted, 1000 Glow Sticks)
  • ? 1000 PACK OF 8 INCH ASSORTED GLOW STICKS: You will receive 8-inch glow sticks 1000 Piece, all carefully packed into our iconic Lumistick cardboard tube. Get the most out of these sticks for decoration and fun. Hang them from things to create fun luminaries and enchanting walkways, you can enjoy the vibrant display of colored light trails. Make sure you get the best glow sticks by using this brand.
  • ? LONG LASTING LIGHT: Enjoy the glow radiating from your wrist glowsticks for up to 12 hours. After activation, these cool glow sticks will be at their brightest for 8-10 hours, then slowly fade. Choose from our array of colors and color combinations or get the assorted pack.
  • ? WATERPROOF, SAFE AND NON TOXIC: Our powerful glow sticks contain two chemicals that glow when mixed together (when the stick is bent and the inner tube is broken). Use these glow in the dark party favors even in the pool, these waterproof glow sticks party supplies are non leaking. Our sticks are non-toxic, non-flammable non-radioactive, and can be easily washed off the skin or clothes with ordinary soap if necessary.
  • ? KIDS SAFE & QUALITY ASSURED: The Kids are safe, glow in the dark party sticks are CPSIA-compliant. Make glow stick bracelets and glow in the dark necklaces for pool parties, birthdays, carnivals, raves, concerts, weddings, camping, and more.
  • ? UP TO 2 YEARS OF SHELF LIFE: These light glowsticks were manufactured just a few weeks ago and are fresh from the factory. The glowstick party pack comes in a handy tube that can also be used as a storage container for the unused Lumistick glow sticks. They have a shelf life of two years.

So we decided to do a semi-scientific comparison — activate the same number of glow sticks from different brands at the same time and judge their brightness. We purchased a package of major name brands from Amazon, WalMart, etc. We also bought the small 10-packs you can get from Target, Dollar Tree, etc. Right away we can tell you the Dollar Store glow sticks just don’t cut it compared to the major name brands. A lot of them were already activated or duds, and they just weren’t that bright.

Glow Stick Comparison

Glow Stick Containers

Glow Stick Containers
US Glow, Direct Glow, Cool Glow, Lumistick

 

Glow Sticks Activated

Glow Sticks Activated

 

Glow Sticks After Time

Glow Sticks After Time

We can confidently say that you won’t be unhappy with either of the brands tested: US Glow, Direct Glow, Cool Glow, and Lumistick. However we did feel that Cool Glow started to lose its brightness earlier than the others as you may be able to see in the image above. Unfortunately we were unable to get a picture that accurately portrayed the differences in brightness, probably due to our limited photography skills. This test was probably most unfair to Cool Glow since the pack we purchased only had limited colors and those colors seem to be less bright than others among all the packs.

Unfortunately we also missed the mark somewhat on the scientific nature of this test since we realized that it wasn’t fair due to different colors among the different brands. Since many of the packs we had were multi-colored, we saw that some colors were definitely brighter than others within the same pack. So we will plan to re-run this test again with similar colors.

What Glowstick To Buy?

If you are buying 50 or more Glowsticks for your party, we can confidently recommend , Direct Glow, and . The US Glow package includes a couple fun accessories such as glasses and connectors to make a glow ball/flower.

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The Best Deal on Bulk Glow Sticks

Looking to buy a lot of glow sticks? The best deal we found on bulk glow sticks is this 1,000 pack of 8 inch Lumistick Glow Stick Bracelets.

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Rhode Island Novelty Flashing Led Bumpy Rings, Set of 12
  • Flashing Led Bumpy Rings
  • Sold in Display Box
  • Variety of Colors
  • One Dozen per Order
  • Ages 6+
Cyalume Glow Sticks Military Grade Lightstick - Premium Green 6” SnapLight Emergency Chemical Light Stick with 12 Hour Duration (Bulk Pack of 10 Chem Lights)
  • CHEM LIGHTS MILITARY GRADE 12 HOUR BULK PACK - Pack of 10 long-lasting Cyalume Military Glow Sticks meets DLA and NAMSA military specifications and produces high light output that lasts for up to 12 hours
  • INDUSTRIAL MILITARY GRADE CHEMICAL LIGHT STICKS - Cyalume Emergency Glow Sticks military grade elite light sources are standard issue for all US military personnel to provide safe, convenient 360 degree illumination
  • WATERPROOF, NON-FLAMMABLE TACTICAL GLOW STICKS - Cyalume 9-42290 Chemlight Military Grade Chemical Light Sticks are safe to use underwater or in confined spaces, making them the ideal chem light military lighter
  • SAFER THAN ROAD FLARES - Durable, non-toxic chemical traffic light sticks are safer and more reliable than other signal flares and car flares used for essential emergency responses and safety planning
  • GREEN CHEMLIGHTS MILITARY GRADE PACK - Glowing green chem light bulk set of 10 glow sticks emergency military grade liquid lights that are easily activated with a simple bend, snap, and shake to immediately cover your surrounding area with a functional chem elite light

Other Fun Glow Items

Some other glow toys our kids have enjoyed playing with are the Flashing LED Bumpy Rings and LED Finger Lights. If you are looking for absolutely the brightest glow light possible, check out the Cyalume SnapLight in Green along with a lanyard. They last for 12 hours and are super bright, but they are a little more pricey.

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Glow Sticks Bulk Party Favors 100pk - 8" Glow in the Dark Party Supplies, Light Sticks for Neon Party Glow Necklaces and Bracelets for Kids or Adults
  • 100 Glow Sticks Party Pack: Light up with 100 pieces of easy-to-activate and vibrant multi-colored light sticks plus 100 pieces of dependable connectors that stay put for hours
  • Waterproof Floating Glow Sticks: Use these glow in the dark party favors as glow party decorations or use in the pool or during bathtime; these waterproof glow party supplies float, are non leaking, and nontoxic
  • Longer Lasting Glow Party Supplies: To activate these glow in the dark light sticks, simply snap and shake until completely lit; these 8-inch long glow in the dark sticks glow bright for 10-14 hours
  • Kid-Safe and Quality Assured: These nontoxic and non leaking glow in the dark party favors are safe and fun for kids; We’ll provide a full refund if you’re not glowing bright with your glow sticks bulk party supplies
  • Infinite Glow in the Dark Fun: Spice up your glow parties with these glow in the dark party decorations, pinata fillers, goodie bag stuffers, or use for pool parties, birthdays, carnivals, raves, concerts, weddings, camping, night fishing lights, and more
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Glow in the Dark Party Supplies for Kids Adults, Light Up Party Favors with 57 LED Light Up Toys, 100 Glow Sticks Bulk DIY Glow Necklaces Glasses Bracelets Headband, Neon Party Supplies & Decorations
  • 【 290 PCS Glow in The Dark Party Favors 】Rich variety of light up toys and stuff for glow party, includes 40 LED finger lights, 8 light up rings, 5 LED light hairs, 4 light up meteor necklaces, 100 bulk glow sticks, 16 glow glasses molds, 4 glow handband molds, 8 butterfly bracelet connectors, 5 ball/flower connectors, 100 normal connectors. Ultra bright glow in the dark stuff and accessories for neon glow party supplies and neon party favors.
  • 【 DIY Glow Sticks Bulk Party Pack 】Neon colors glow in the dark sticks (Blue/Green/Yellow/Orange/Pink/Purple/Red/White) bring endless fun to kids and adults. Our glowsticks comes with various of modes and connectors, easy to DIY glow stick glasses, glow stick necklaces and bracelets, glow headbands, balls, flowers. Just use your imagination to create more glow party decorations and accessories. Leakfree and waterproof glow sticks for kids camping fun, halloween, wedding, party prizes etc.
  • 【 Long Lasting LED Glow in The Dark Toys 】This neon glow party pack also come with multi kinds of LED party favors and supplies, such as LED glow rings, LED light up necklaces, finger lights, LED hairs. All are in multi colors and made with premium batteries. Easy to use with OFF/ON swtich. Keep giving out cool lights until the last minute of party. Perfectly decorate your fingers, hair, clothes, making you stand out of the dark in glow parties. All kids will loves these light up accessories.
  • 【 Endless Fun for Kids & Adults 】Both kids and adults can have fun with these party glow sticks and LED light up party accessories. Suitable for all kinds of glow parties, such as glow halloween party favors, christmas & new years glow party supplies, glow in the dark birthday party supplies, disco party supplies, dance party favors, kids party supplies etc. Also perfect for night activities, double as fun camping accessories for kids, rave light up accessories, wedding dance floor props etc.
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AIVANT Glow Sticks Bulk Party Supplies | 60 PCS 8 Inch Glowsticks with Connectors for Eyeglasses Ball Flowers | Glow in the Dark Light Up Sticks Party Favors Decorations
  • SAFE & PREMIUM QUALITY: These large glow sticks are made from industrial grade construction which uses a perfect blend of premium materials to provide you Non-Toxic, waterproof and CPSIA Compliant party glow sticks, 100% safety.
  • LONG LASTING & ULTRA BRIGHT: These glow sticks are made of premium materials and with strictly quality control, so they are bright enough and the glowing light will lasting up to 6 hours, so you can just enjoy your party night and no need to worry it would fade away.
  • KIDS AND ADULTS LOVE THEM: These safe ultra bright glow sticks not only suitable for kids’ party and game, but also adults’ favorite party decoration. These glow sticks are great supply for Halloween, Christmas, Birthday, Wedding, Camping, vocal concert, and all parties and games.
  • EMERGENCY LIGHT: Except for parties decoration, ultra bright and long lasting features make it is also good for emergency using such as Hurricane Supplies, Earthquake, Survival Kit and More.
  • PACKAGE INCLUDING: 60 pieces multi-color glow sticks, 60 connectors, 1 ball connector( you can also make it as 2 flowers connectors), 2 triple connectors, 2 eyeglasses connectors. So much different kinds of connectors make your party more funny.
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100 Glow Sticks Party Supplies - Glow in the Dark Sticks in Bulk, Light Up Glow Party Favors and Decorations. Glow Bracelets and Necklaces
  • AS BRIGHT AS IT GETS – These glow sticks are ultra-bright and will light up your event like no other. Whether you’re celebrating a public holiday such as Halloween, New Year, Easter or 4th of July, or your own birthday celebration, pool party or wedding, our glow sticks gets you covered.
  • KEEPS YOUR PARTY LIGHT ALL NIGHT - Perfectly engineered under strict quality control, these glow sticks are made from high quality materials to ensure up to 6 hours of glowing light so you could enjoy your party all night without worrying they would fade away.
  • ENDLESS GLOW ACCESSORIES OPTIONS - This pack was thoughtfully designed to provide the ultimate glow party experience. Whether you are into bracelets and necklaces, writing letters and numbers or creating party decorations, our party kit has it all.
  • STRONG BUILD, REDUCED PLASTIC USAGE - We've made sure to use only top-notch materials, so your glow sticks connectors stay put. We’ve also managed to reduce the amount of plastic used for each glow sticks by up to 17%.
  • KIDS SAFE (NON LEAKING AND NON-TOXIC) - We've designed our glow sticks so that you can be relaxed knowing your kid is safe when playing with them. Their sturdy design makes them harder to snap so they don't easily break.
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SHQDD Glow Sticks Bulk, 28 Pcs Giant 16 Inch Foam Glow Sticks, Christmas Glow Sticks with 3 Modes Colorful Flashing, Glow in the Dark Party Supplies for Wedding,Raves,Concert,Camping,New Year Carnival
  • 🎈Larger and Brighter: Compared to other brands' 12-inch glow sticks, SHQDD 16-inch giant foam glow sticks are larger in size and feel better in the hand. Our giant LED foam glow sticks are brightly colored, provide wider light coverage, and best of all, they will bring the ultimate experience to your party.
  • ✨Glow In The Dark Toys: Press the power button to switch between the 3 different light up modes, Quick flashing, Slow flashing, and Alternately flashing. Change the mode you like, enjoy foam sticks with a good mood when joining party with your friends.
  • 🎊Infinite Glow In The Dark Fun: Spice up your glow parties with these foam glow sticks in the dark party favors and decorations or use as giveaway toys. Perfect for Christmas, Halloween, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, bar, sporting events, raves.
  • 💖Longer Lasting Neon Party Supplies: engineered under strict quality control, our 28 PCS light up foam sticks are made from high quality materials to ensure up to 7 hours of glowing light so that you could enjoy your party all night without worrying they would fade away.
  • 🎁Individually Wrapped: These ultra-bright light sticks are made from pro-environment soft foam and high-quality plastic. Each foam stick comes in its own individual packaging, making them easy to distribute and store. Each foam stick comes with 3 long-lasting batteries,which have an On and Off switch function for saving battery life when not in use.
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100 Ultra Bright Glow Sticks Bulk - Halloween Glow in The Dark Party Supplies Pack - 8" Glowsticks Party Favors with Bracelets and Necklaces
  • ⭐ AS BRIGHT AS IT GETS – These glow sticks are ultra-bright and will light up your event like no other. Whether you’re celebrating a public holiday such as Halloween, New Year, Easter or 4th of July, or your own birthday celebration, pool party or wedding, our glow sticks gets you covered.
  • 💡 KEEPS YOUR PARTY LIGHT ALL NIGHT - Perfectly engineered under strict quality control, these glow sticks are made from high quality materials to ensure up to 6 hours of glowing light so you could enjoy your party all night without worrying they would fade away.
  • 💥 ENDLESS GLOW ACCESSORIES OPTIONS - This pack was thoughtfully designed to provide the ultimate glow party experience. Whether you are into bracelets and necklaces, writing letters and numbers or creating party decorations, our party kit has it all.
  • 💪 STRONG BUILD, REDUCED PLASTIC USAGE - We've made sure to use only top-notch materials, so your glow sticks connectors stay put. We’ve also managed to reduce the amount of plastic used for each glow sticks by up to 17%.
  • 👭 KIDS SAFE (NON LEAKING AND NON-TOXIC) - We've designed our glow sticks so that you can be relaxed knowing your kid is safe when playing with them. Their sturdy design makes them harder to snap so they don't easily break.
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JOYIN 144 Pcs Glow Sticks Bulk 8" Bracelets Necklaces, Glow in the Dark Neon, Easter, Christmas, Football,Halloween Party Supplies Pack
  • SUPER VALUE PACK. Our Neon Glow Stickers Party Supplies Set includes 144 pieces of glowing stickers to add more fun to your extra special party celebration!
  • REAL FUNCTION. Long-lasting and eye-catching. 3-6 hours of glow time. 7 colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, and pink. Bend, snap, shake and you’re ready to go! Just enjoy your party all night without worrying they will fade away!
  • ENDLESS FUN. These Festival Supplies Bulk Glow Sticks Set are perfect to keep any event lively! Perfect for glow-in-the-dark party supplies, neon themed party favors, birthday parties, party favors, glow party, concerts, dance party, fireworks show, classroom rewards, 4th of July, Mardi Gras, wedding, pinata toys, camping trips, Halloween, Christmas party, Football Party Supplies, New Year’s Eve party and many more!
  • PREMIUM QUALITY. CHILD SAFE: Non-Toxic, waterproof and CPSIA Compliant.Notes:Try not to tear off both the top and bottom plastic film, otherwise the glow sticks may fall out, you can open the top plastic film, and then take them out
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Glow Sticks Party Pack - 240 PCS Includes, 100 Pcs 8 Inch and 10 Pcs Ultra-Bright 6 Inch Glow Sticks, And All Exciting Accessories – Create Glow In The Dark Necklaces, Bracelets, Glasses, Headbands, Balls, Flowers And Much More, Neon Light Sticks Decoration For Party Favors Kids And Adults
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  • 🎉LONGLASTING GLOWING HOURS: These glow more than 8 hours, long enough so that you can light up and cheer up your party/ social gathering all night. Glows with an assortment of vibrant colors of Yellow, Red, Pink, Blue, and Green. Light your party for hours!
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  • 🎉GET CREATIVE: Our glowing party supplies includes premium quality connectors that allow you to get creative by creating bracelets, necklaces, hats, eyeglasses, headband, balls, flowers, and other unique glowing designs.
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PartySticks Glow Sticks Party Supplies for Kids and Adults (25pk Assorted) - 6 Inch Bulk Glow Light Up Sticks Party Favors, Glow in the Dark Party Decorations, Waterproof Nontoxic Glow Necklaces
  • 25 LARGE GLOW STICKS BULK PARTY PACK: Light up your glow parties with this glow sticks party favors pack of 6-inch long large light sticks in assorted colors of green, red, yellow, blue, orange, and purple
  • WATERPROOF FLOATING GLOW STICKS: Use these glow in the dark party favors as party decorations, add to pumpkins, or use in the pool or during bathtime; these waterproof glow party supplies float, are non leaking, and nontoxic
  • LONGER LASTING GLOW PARTY SUPPLIES: To activate these big glow light sticks, simply snap in the middle and shake until completely lit; these 6-inch long glow in the dark sticks glow bright for 1-14 hours
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Glow Sticks Bulk -205-Pcs- Glow in The Dark 100 Party Sticks-Supplies w/ Eye Glasses Kit-Bracelets Necklaces and more-12 Hours Glow Party Pack 8 inch for Kids Halloween Party Favors Accessories
  • ⭐ Halloween Party Favors, Halloween Party Decorations, and Halloween Treat Bags can all be enhanced with our NEON GLOW STICKS SET: A pack of 100 multicolor super bright light glow sticks offers a range of vibrant colors including yellow, green, blue, orange, pink along with 100 bracelet connectors, 2 triple connectors, 2 ball connectors, and 1 eye-glasses kit. We follow quality guidelines.
  • ⭐ GLOW FOR 10 TO 12 HOURS: These perfect dark emergency blackout glow sticks light up your parties for the whole night and give a fluorescent glow that lasts for 10-12 hours with a simple snap and shakes. The super-quality connectors of these glow sticks for kids are easily bendable without any risk of breakage.
  • ⭐ NO LEAKAGE: These sparkler's firework's longer-lasting glow sticks for kids are made up of high-quality waterproof material that is non-toxic and non-flammable to ensure kids' safety. Moreover, premium quality material guarantees no leakage, individually wrapped with strong foil.
  • ⭐ GIVE FORM TO YOUR ART: Let your kids decorate parties using glow party supplies sticks as party accessories, including Halloween Party Favors for kids' goodie bags, to make glow stick bracelets, eyeglasses, necklaces, and more. They can have fun while making glow balls, flowers, and other creations for a longer-lasting glow. These glow sticks can also serve as Camping lights for added convenience during outdoor adventures.
  • ⭐ FIT FOR ALL EVENTS: These glow-in-the-dark sticks are perfect for festivals and celebrations like concerts, raves, dance clubs, glow sticks camping, Easter, New Year's Eve, fireworks shows, Christmas, pool parties, birthdays, carnivals, weddings, fishing, hunting, boating trips, or any other family reunion. They also make excellent Neon Accessories and luau party decorations. Additionally, they can be included in the best survival kits for quick decoration.

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  1. Thanks for this info. It helps to knowork. It would be cool if you did more on this testing but on youtube. I’m always looking for which glow Sticks are best.

  2. Thanks for these recommendations. I have always wondered which were “best”. We give them to all aged kids including teen girls who like to attach them together for necklaces. Use after a weekly night swim meet so water wear is a concern.

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