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.

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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
US Glow, Direct Glow, Cool Glow, Lumistick

Glow Sticks Activated

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.

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 .

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Cyalume Glow Sticks Military Grade Lightstick - Premium Green 6” SnapLight Emergency Chemical Light Stick with 12 Hour Duration , 10 Pack

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• 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

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Other Fun Glow Items

Some other glow toys our kids have enjoyed playing with are the  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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PartySticks 100 Ultra Bright Glow Sticks Bracelets and Necklaces - Premium Glow in the Dark Party Supplies and Decorations - Bulk 8" Glowsticks Party Favors Pack

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100 Ultra Bright Glow Sticks Bulk Party Pack - 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. Use one connector to create a bracelet or three to create a necklaces. You can also use them for 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%.
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JOYIN 144 Pcs 8" Glowsticks, Bracelets Necklaces, Glow in the Dark Party Favors, Easter, Christmas, Halloween Supplies Pack, Football Party Supplies

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• 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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78PCs LED Light Up Toy Party Favors/Supplies Bulk Glow In The Dark For Adult Kids Birthday Halloween With 50 Finger Light, 12 Jelly Ring, 6 Flashing Glasses, 5 Bracelet, 5 Fiber Optic Hair Light

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• 50 FINGER LIGHT(5 color) + 5 BRACELETS(5 color), 50 finger light can fit any finger comfortably. Bracelet come with removable closure,easy to turn on/off. All internal batteries can last over 8 hours.
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JOYIN 100 Pcs 8" Glowsticks, Bracelets Necklaces, Glow in the Dark Party Favors, Easter, Christmas, Halloween Supplies Pack, Football Party Supplies

• SUPER VALUE PACK. Our glow stick pack comes with a total of 100 Glow sticks, 7 colors, 8” long each, 100 bracelets connectors. Our glow sticks are ultra bright upon activation, and it will glow up to 6 hrs to ensure you could enjoy the whole night party.
• EASY TO USE. Our glow sticks are easy to use, you simply need to gently press down on the glowstick's center in a motion similar to breaking a pencil in half. The vial will then be broken as a result, allowing the chemicals to combine and creating the glow. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use.
• PERFECT DECOR. These glow sticks party packs are perfect for celebrating a public holiday like Halloween, New Year's, Easter, or the Fourth of July, or your private birthday celebration, pool party, or wedding.
• CHILD SAFE. Our Neon Sticks are designed with strong nontoxic and non leaking materials to ensure your kids are safe when they are playing with them.
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Taotuo Glow Sticks Bulk, 20 Pack LED Light Up Foam Sticks 3 Modes Color Flashing,Glow Party Supplies for Wedding Birthday, Raves, Concert, Camping, New Year, Carnival, Halloween Christmas

• Suitable for Many Occasions:Taotuo foam glow sticks 20 party pack are perfect for Concert, Clubs, parties, raves, weddings practically any events. This glow sticks set will definitely bring tons of joy for you and your families, friends due to the stunning ambience this led foam stick set brings. For kids, undoubtedly, this will be the best choice for sword playing without getting hurt
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• Longer Lasting Neon Party Supplies:Each led light sticks is equipped on/off button for saving battery life which is beneficial for cycle use. Batteries are already installed and easy to replace when the time comes. The party never ends.Birthday parties, Christmas, New Year, 4th of July, carnivals, sporting events, celebrate with these foam light up sticks
• Halloween Party Light Sticks：Our foam glow sticks are larger in size, they feel better in hands compared to the 1.5-inch diameter glow sticks from other brands.Over the past few years, our glow sticks bulk have sold hundreds of millions of sticks in more than a dozen countries and have received thousands of compliments from customers who say this light sticks is sturdy and well-crafted. So you can buy it with confidence.Under 24-month Service, we are responsible for any piece of the foam glow sticks bulk

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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 new years eve party supplies 2025 Valentine Day 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 valentines party favors 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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SHQDD 42PCS Foam Glow Sticks Bulk with 3 Modes Colorful Flashing, Glow Stick Bulk Party Pack, Glow in Dark Party Supplies for Wedding, Raves, Concert, Halloween, New Year Party Party

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• Durable & Safe Foam Sticks: These Ultra Bright light up toys are made from soft foam and Environmentally friendly plastic. Bendable, tough and durable , no harm to children. Each foam stick comes with 3 long-lasting batteries and an On/Off switch function to save battery life when not in use. giant glow stick has ON/OFF Button up toys will still work until your next party.
• Customizable White Foam Surface: Our glow sticks feature a white foam surface that you can write on or draw anything you like. You can also wrap black duct tape around one end to make them look like light sabers. For kids, they are the perfect choice for safe swordplay.
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Glow Sticks Party Pack 12 PCS-Glow in Dark Party Favor Supplies for Kids,Light Up Glow Necklaces Bracelets Accessories for Toddlers,Neon Party Decorations for Valentines Mardi Gras Birthday Camping

• Unique Glow Sticks - Includes 12 glow sticks in 6 colors: green, red, blue, pink, orange, and purple. Press the button to choose from three light-up modes: quick flicker, slow pulse, or steady light. Perfect toys gifts for lighting up the night on Valentines Day and Mardi Gras!
• Light up Accessories Decorations - Connect the top with end, make a bracelet, necklace or crown, wearing them on the Valentines and Mardi Gras costume glow party looks pretty cool.
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• Fidget Pop Tubes - Stretch, twist, and retract the tubes to produce satisfying sensory popping sounds. Both kids and adults will delight in playing with them.
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Blu7ive 30 Pieces Led Foam Sticks - Flashing Glow Sticks Party Supplies Light Up Baton Wands for Kids, Raves, Birthday, Wedding, Christmas, Halloween, Children Toy

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