Product test
Physical enlightenment: Gingko’s Smart Moon Lamp review
by Martin Jungfer
Looking for a particularly unique bedside lamp? Here’s your new favourite
7.10.2025
Translation: Elicia Payne
Pictures: Anna Sandner
Wondering how the handmade AstraGlass Light went from decoration to favourite bedside light? Well, she’s warm, atmospheric and sustainable.
When I first saw this glowing glass ball from the Gingko brand, I thought to myself «that’s just a pretty accessory, another piece of ‘nice’ decoration.» Ginko had sent me the product for testing purposes. The hand-painted glass and elegant wooden base on this lamp have a high-quality look – perfect for making a statement on a shelf or in a reading corner.
However, the lamp didn’t seem very useful for everyday use at first. It was nice to look at, but limited in what it could do. After a few weeks, though, the AstraGlass Light has become an indispensable favourite – as my new night light.
The AstraGlass Light globe is made and painted by hand, making each colour gradient unique. There are four versions, from «Sandstorm» to «Galaxy Breeze». It wins points for sustainability because the base is made of FSC-certified walnut wood. Plus, the combination of glass and wood looks harmonious.
Intuitive to use and pleasant brightness
The warm white of the lamp creates a nice atmosphere and has been part of my evening wind down routine for some time now. The lamp’s straightforward to operate: a short tap changes the colour, a long press adjusts the brightness in levels. With a battery life of up to 15 hours, I can also use the lamp in places without a power socket. A USB-C port makes charging convenient.
In a nutshell
An atmospheric lamp and potentially your new favourite
For me, the AstraGlass Light is no longer just a decorative gimmick, but a practical table lamp that creates a cosy ambience. It’s the result of quality manufacturing and an environmentally friendly material concept. I can get over minor weaknesses like the high-maintenance surface – for me, the lamp has become a permanent feel-good light I don’t want to be without.
Pro
- Battery with up to 15 hours of runtime, USB-C charging
- Touch control for colour and brightness
- Sustainable FSC wooden base
- Handmade, individual glass design
Contra
- In the higher price range for a table lamp
- Surface quickly shows fingerprints
Header image: Anna Sandner
Anna Sandner
Senior Editor
Anna.Sandner@galaxus.deScience editor and biologist. I love animals and am fascinated by plants, their abilities and everything you can do with them. That's why my favourite place is always outside - somewhere in nature, preferably in my wild garden.
