Let me start by saying this little cube is *magic*. The first time I turned it on, the ocean wave projection danced across my ceiling, and I swear I felt like I was underwater. The northern lights effect? Even better—it’s like having a personal aurora borealis show in your bedroom.

The remote control is a game-changer. With 16 colors to cycle through, I can match the vibe to my mood: deep blue for winding down, warm orange for cozy nights, or rainbow mode when I’m feeling extra. The touch switch is sleek, though it took me a minute to realize you need to long-press to turn it off (pro tip!).

Now, the downsides: the cord *is* stupidly short (I had to rearrange my nightstand), and yes, that rotating lens noise at startup is… concerning. It sounds like a tiny robot having a meltdown before settling into silence. Also, don’t expect this to replace a lamp—it’s purely ambient lighting.

But here’s why I still love it: My 8-year-old niece stole it for her sleepovers because the ‘water ripples’ help her drift off. I’ve also used it behind my monitor during late-night gaming sessions—the pulsing colors sync weirdly well with RPG boss battles. For $25? Worth every penny for the serotonin boost alone.