After five months of real-world travel use, this Tolifo RGB COB light stands out for portability rather than raw power. It’s a 100W-class light on paper, but performance shifts once you’re off the wall and running on the internal battery.
Full video review with brightness tests, battery runtime, and travel use cases.
This review is based on five months of travel shooting. The Tolifo isn’t a studio monster, but it nails the portable use case for creators who want all-in-one power without extra V-mount gear.
On mains power it behaves like a 100W class light, but on battery it feels closer to a 60W unit, averaging roughly 10,000–12,000 lux depending on distance and modifiers.
No V-mounts, no external power bricks. The internal 18,000mAh battery charges via USB-C and delivers around 45–60 minutes depending on brightness.
You get RGB, bi-color, and 20 FX modes in one head. It’s easy to dial in a quick accent or travel-friendly key light without extra fixtures.
The mini Bowens mount keeps it compact, but you’ll want adapters if you’re using standard Bowens softboxes.
Physical buttons and a clear interface make it fast to change mode and intensity, which matters when you’re setting up in a hotel room or airport lounge.
Priced around $120 USD, it’s one of the few true all-in-one RGB COB options at this size, even if it can’t replace full studio lights.
Specs sourced from the current Tolifo 100W RGB listing online.
Real-life brightness tests, travel footage, and the portability breakdown after five months of ownership.
If you’re a travel filmmaker, YouTuber, or budget-conscious creator who needs a compact, all-in-one RGB light, this Tolifo makes a lot of sense. It won’t replace a full studio key light, but it’s a reliable travel companion with enough output to handle interviews, hotel-room setups, and quick product shoots.
There are stronger lights if you’re staying in one studio, but at this price it’s hard to beat the portability and built-in battery convenience.