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250 -Watt EQ R40 Soft white Medium screw base E26 Dimmable Incandescent Spot Flood Light Bulb

Ratings & Reviews for GE 250 -Watt EQ R40 Soft white Medium screw base E26 Dimmable Incandescent Spot Flood Light Bulb

4.1
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 4.1 out of 5
203 Reviews


78% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The heat lamp provides effective warmth, but its reliability and durability are inconsistent. Some customers report the lamp works well and is efficient, while others experienced issues with bulbs burning out quickly. There are mixed opinions on the product's quality, with some describing it as poor. Shoppers should consider the potential trade-offs between the lamp's performance and lifespan when making a purchase decision.

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203 Customer Reviews

Price

Would Not Recommend

Pricing and availability

May 9, 2026
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Good product

Would Recommend

I like that it's bright

April 18, 2026
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Bright

Would Recommend

Basic light, nothing fancy

April 12, 2026
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GE Lighting ExpertApril 17, 2026

Burned out quickly

Would Not Recommend

This was my 3rd or 4th one of these; each one lasting less than half of its supposed 5,000 hour life. This one lasted 1700 hr if I being kind and saying I leave it running for 3 hours per day (which I do not). Time to find another brand.

March 11, 2026
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GE Lighting ExpertMarch 15, 2026

Not worth the money

Would Not Recommend

The heat light burned out after 3 weeks.

December 3, 2025
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GE Lighting ExpertDecember 14, 2025

not the best

Would Not Recommend

This is the third time in about 5 years i replaced this bulb. The original bulb lasted over 8 year and my wife uses this bulb every morning.

September 30, 2025
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Look for a higher wattage

Would Not Recommend

Doesn’t give off that much heat

June 4, 2025
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Lowes should have a better selection

Would Not Recommend

Not only did you only carry 2 types of heat lamp bulbs for the bathroom but it died after 3 uses!

April 4, 2025
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GE Lighting ExpertMay 2, 2025

Does Quickly

Would Not Recommend

light bulb worked great but died within 2 months. Now have to go through warranty or just spend the money to get another.

March 30, 2025
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It's electric

Works as expected

March 24, 2025
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Great heat lamp

Would Recommend

Works great for keeping outside pets warm

January 30, 2025
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