Houdlee Flameless Taper Candles, Plastic

Key points

These Houdlee flameless taper candles suit anyone who wants the look of candlelight at a dinner table, on a holiday mantel, or at a gathering without an open flame. The set includes six plastic LED candles with a flickering mode, plus a remote for controlling them from up to 26 feet away.

You can switch between flickering and steady light, adjust brightness, and choose a 2-, 4-, 6-, or 8-hour timer. The timer is designed to repeat on a 24-hour cycle: set it for six hours at 6 p.m., for example, and the candles turn on again at the same time the next day.

One detail worth sorting out before you buy: the product name says 8.9 inches, but the setup information lists each candle at about 7.9 inches tall. The stated base diameter is 0.78 inches, so check your holders if fit matters.

How to use it

Unscrew the bottom of a candle, insert two AA batteries, then tighten the base until the light comes on. Batteries are not included, so you’ll need to have them on hand before setting up the candles. From the way it is set up, the remote and timer handle the everyday switching, while the candle itself uses a replaceable battery rather than a wall connection.

For a simple dinner setup, place the tapers in compatible holders, choose a brightness, and set a timer so you don’t have to remember to switch them off. They’re also described as fitting most standard and glass taper candlesticks, though a snug fit will depend on the holder.

Practical tips

Use the remote to match the light to the setting: a flickering effect can give a table a more candlelike feel, while the non-flickering option offers a steadier glow. The dimmer is useful when the candles are part of a centerpiece and you want them to complement, rather than dominate, the rest of the room.

Keep in mind that these are plastic LED candles, not wax tapers, so they won’t provide a real flame or dripping-wax look. That tradeoff may suit homes with kids or pets, or event tables where an open flame is not wanted. For a quick visual check, place one at each end of a dining table and use the timer to avoid leaving the lights on after the gathering.

Questions before you buy

Are batteries included? No. Each candle takes two AA batteries, which are not included.

Can I change the light effect? Yes. The remote can switch between flickering and non-flickering modes and adjust brightness.

Will they fit my taper holders? The listed base diameter is 0.78 inches, and the candles are described as suitable for most standard and glass taper candlesticks. Measure your holder if its opening is unusually narrow or wide.

When it makes sense

It makes sense if you want six coordinated tapers for recurring dinners, seasonal decorating, or a wedding table, and value remote operation and repeat timers more than a real flame. The remote offers more control than basic battery candles that only switch on and off at the candle.

It might not be a great match if you specifically want the appearance and feel of wax, or need a confirmed height before choosing a display. The conflicting height details make that a point to resolve before planning a tight-fitting arrangement, otherwise, the battery-powered format and selectable timer modes are the more useful reasons to consider this set.