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RGB Critter BT Flashlight

$159.00 Regular price
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RGB CRITTER UPGRADES

3050mAh 18650 Battery Front

2500mAh 18650 Battery

Each replaceable battery provides 2-7 hours of continuous use at full brightess.

$9.50
Bitwhip Package

BitWhip BT Package

Bundle and save $30!

$159.00
Fyber Kit Package Blue

Fiber Optic Costume BT Kit

Bundle and save $30!

$185.00

Insanely Bright!

Make a statement with the RGB Critter BT! It's easily the brightest color-changing flashlight on the planet.

Twist-On Accessories

Select from over 200 Flow Art, Light Painting, & Costume Design Accessories for the RGB Critter BT.

Ants on a Melon App

Connect your RGB Critter BT to our app and easily create new custom modes and playlists.

RGB Critter BT Flashlight

The brightest and top-rated color-changing flashlight just got better! Introducing the RGB Critter BT, the app-controlled color-changing flashlight. Connect your RGB Critter BT to our new Ants on a Melon app and play!

The Ants on a Melon App has endless playlists for organizing your preferred modes, plus a custom mode section for quickly creating new modes. The DIY page enables you to make unique modes with 8 different effects, adjustable speed, and over 16 million color choices.

Developed with Flow Artists and Light Painters in mind, the Ants on a Melon App offers a Universal Settings page with adjustable options like autoplay, strobe, brightness, and more!

 

RGB Critter BT Flashlight Includes

  • (1) RGB Critter BT Flashlight
  • (1) 2500mAh Rechargeable & Replaceable Lithium-Ion Battery (comes installed)
  • (1) USB-C Charging Cable

 

Introducing Bluetooth Capabilities

No cell service or Wi-Fi? No problem. With the RGB Critter BT, you can effortlessly control your flashlight using the Ants on a Melon App via Bluetooth. Connect up to 10 devices at a range of 20 meters (66 feet).

 

New Updates Coming November 2024!

The AOAM App lets you download and install all future firmware and app updates for your RGB Critter BT. You will receive a notification when new updates become available.

  • No App Required! We are adding the ability to use the RGB Critter BT independently of the AOAM App. You can control the RGB Critter BT using its 3 physical buttons to navigate modes, change mode speeds, lock buttons, and turn it on/off.
  • 20 Modes Included: The RGB Critter BT will have 20 of our favorite modes pre-installed. 
  • Export To Critter Feature: The first 20 modes of a custom playlist can be exported from the app to your RGB Critter BT. Once exported, you can access this playlist independently of the AOAM App using the physical buttons on your RGB Critter BT.
  • Updates Calendar: All updates can be found on our website here.

 

Product Notice

Multiple connected RGB Critter BTs may not perfectly match color-changing modes, but solid colors will always match. We expect a resolution for this issue in early 2025. Once we release firmware that includes a fix for this issue, you can update your RGB Critter BT using the app.


Technical Specifications

Replaceable 2500mAh 18650 battery

Internal USB-C charging

Aluminum Body

UPDATED NO-SLIP SILICONE GRIP

3 illuminated RGB buttons

connects to over 200 twist-on accessories

  • Length 5.9" (150mm)
  • Diameter 1.3" (33mm)
  • Weight 9oz
  • Max Lumens 170lm
  • MAX RUNTIME (WHITE) 2hr
  • MAX RUNTIME (COLOR) 4-7hr
  • 18650 Battery 2500mAh
  • Warranty 1-Year Limited Warranty (Optional Limited Lifetime Warranty Add-On Option (see checkout page))
iPhones and iPads (iOS 17.0 or newer)
Android Devices (7.0 OS or newer)

Unleash your creativity! 

Design unique color patterns effortlessly using the DIY section of the Ants on a Melon app!

It's the perfect tool for bringing my artistic visions to life

Filipp Kabanyayev @minimaleafs

Hi, I'm Filipp! I'm a passionate photographer who loves to experiment with light and color. One of my specialties is light painting photography, where I transform simple subjects like leaves and flowers into vibrant, ethereal creations using colored lights. Each of my photographs begins in complete darkness, with light added stroke by stroke, just like painting on a canvas. To achieve the best possible results, I need a flashlight that's bright, vibrant, and reliable—and that's why the RGB Critter BT is my go-to choice. I've tried many flashlights, but Critter stands out with over 16 million super-bright colors, intuitive controls, and a durable design that never lets me down. It's the perfect tool for bringing my artistic visions to life. Through my work, I hope to inspire others to appreciate the beauty of simplicity and connect more deeply with the natural world—and with tools like Critter, that vision becomes a reality.

16 Million Color Options

Choose from an insane amount of color options using three different color pickers within the iOS Ants on a Melon App! The main LED on the RGB Critter BT displays all selected colors and mode patterns in real-time, allowing you to see the actual colors and patterns on the physical flashlight.

To see what the Android color picker looks like, download the app:

Color Changing Buttons

Our new RGB button technology provides a
vibrant display of colors.

No-Slip Silicone Grip

Experience enhanced control with our new no-slip
silicone grip, designed to provide a secure hold
in any situation.

Analog Technology

The RGB Critter BT includes our breakthrough PWM/
Analog Technology. For light painters, an Analog signal
drive unlocks the most vivid visuals possible.

RGB Critter BT Reviews

The best RGB colour changing flashlight available for light painting photographers and flow artists.

– stephenknightphotography.com

"The RGB Critter BT improves upon what was already the best RGB colour changing flashlight available for light painting photographers and flow artists. The app control makes the Critter BT much easier to control than the Critter 2.0 once the devices are connected. Programming new or editing existing effects presets is also very easy."

PHOTOFOCUS.COM
EDITOR'S CHOICE - 5/5 STARS

– Photofocus.com

Flow art, light drawing, and light painting of subjects are different branches of the same glow tree. And the RGB Critter BT is flexible enough to do all three very well. Despite not being designed for light painting subjects, the RGB Critter BT shines brightly above the competition. The cost of the light is very fair for what is easily one of the most comfortable, highest-quality RGB flashlights currently on the market. The functionality of this light is heads and shoulders above its predecessor for both ease of use, nearly infinite color selection, and the ability to save custom colors and lists. While it has its flaws for light painting subjects, it’d be impossible not to recommend it highly. In fact, given its price point, it earns an Editor’s Choice.

Customizable Settings

The features on the Universal Settings page of the Ants on a Melon app allow you to quickly adjust strobe speeds, brightness levels, automatically play modes, and more!

USB-C Charging Port

Replaceable 18650 battery included.
Up to 7 hours of use per charge.

Silicone Modular Cap

This soft and durable cap protects your RGB Critter
Flashlight from accidental drops.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the RGB Critter Flashlight (torch) attach to your accessory products?

Can I upgrade my RGB Critter 1.0 or 2.0 to work with the new app?

What functions do the physical buttons on the RGB Critter BT have?

Can I use the RGB Critter BT without the app?

Can you independently control two or more RGB Critter BTs using the app?

What versions of iOS and Android is the Ants on a Melon App compatible with?

Where can I find tutorials for the RGB Critter Product Line?

Can I connect 2 RGB Critters back-to-back?

Is the new Modular Cap compatible with a lanyard strap?

Customer Reviews

Based on 45 reviews
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Customer
Love the RGB flashlight

Ok, 1. It is a full on RGB flashlight and you can pick any color. It is bright enough for light painting but it will not compete with studio lights, or even a flash. It’s about as bright as a Phillips hue standard light, but more focused.
3. Mine has forgotten how to connect after being powered off a couple of times, but not every time. When it does, I have to unpair and re-pair it. It is important ti say this doesn’t happen DURING use. It is only when powered off for a longer period of time like overnight, not even between specific shots. It may be a sequence or something, but I still haven’t worked it out.

Hi there! Thank you for your review of the RGB Critter BT flashlight. We're happy to hear that you love using it for light painting. Regarding the issue you mentioned with reconnecting, we'd be happy to help troubleshoot that for you. Please check your email for more information. In terms of brightness, the RGB Critter BT is designed to work with our accessory products and is the brightest color-changing flashlight on the market. If there's anything else we can assist with, please don't hesitate to let us know. Thank you again for your feedback!

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Customer
Now Perfect - almost!

I got the original critter via the Kickstart Campaign and have loved what it delivers, BUT always found the program selection/programming I.e, the “Button dancing” a bit of a phaf and easily forgotten!
The new BT’s are so easy to use, they’re almost perfect (need to get the synchronisation fixed and individual control - but believe this is already in hand)
👍👏👏😊

D
Dalis

Love all the playlists and option to create your own through the app!

D
Donald Christner
Critter sleeve

Great improvement from old style.

A
Adrian Hall
RGB Critter BT

The Critter BT, Sol Saber and Bit Whip are fantastic tools, I have had success in my light painting photography since purchasing this kit. AOM provide great customer service. The delivery to Australia was very efficient. I am looking forward to purchasing more of these products to add to my kit.

Oregon, USA

Shop with peace of mind knowing that each Ants on a Melon product is designed and assembled in Oregon, USA! Trust the superior quality of our products, as they are meticulously made with pride and care by our talented team of craftspeople and supported by our industry-leading Warranty policy.

Over 200 Twist-On Accessories

Explore more than 200 accessory options, such as flow toys and light painting tools, which interlock effortlessly and securely.

EXPLORE ACCESSORIES

BitWhip Package

Easily the brightest light whip on the planet, the BitWhip is a super durable fiber optic whip made from super soft end-glow fibers that are cut into layered lengths of up to 5.5 feet

EXPLORE PRODUCT

Light Painting Tools

The RGB Critter is widely recognized as the best color-changing flashlight for light painting applications. We have a selection of 150+ twist-on Light Painting Tools, including Light Painting Blades (featured here).

EXPLORE TOOLS

Double-Sided Sabers

Connect 2 Critters back-to-back to create a double -sided Modular Sol Saber or Modular Lumi Saber.

EXPLORE SABERS

Fyber Kit Package

The Fyber Kit is a fiber optic kit that is perfect for any DIY futuristic fashion costume or creative project.

EXPLORE FYBER KIT