If you’ve ever laid in bed at night and wished you could stare up at the stars, then you absolutely need a galaxy light projector in your life. Not only will it fill your ceiling with shiny celestial bodies, it’ll fill the entire room with an ever-changing kaleidoscope of colours that’ll transport you to another world.
Whether you’re five or 50, galaxy projectors are fun for everyone. They can help you fall asleep at night or keep you going until 3am (depending on what kind of night you’re having). Below, we’ve filled you in on everything you need to know about these magical devices, along with the best places to buy galaxy projectors in Australia.
What’s a galaxy projector?
It’s a projector that projects galaxies, as the name suggests.
To be just a touch more precise, it’s a catch-all term for projectors that typically project some kind of star field, usually designed to be pointed at the ceiling of a room. Some models will offer differing star fields, or planets and galaxies, while others may include embedded music or other added features.
Why would I want one?
There are a few different use cases for galaxy projectors, but just to name a few:
To help you sleep at night
Have you ever slept under the stars? It can be an amazing experience, but the outside world also has its fair share of cold weather, bugs and other discomforts. Having the stars above you while you sleep can make that tricky task of relaxing down for some serious Zs much easier.
To create a romantic atmosphere
Got that “special” question to ask? Get the stars on your side and there’s no way they can say no (but please don’t hold us to that).
To enhance entertainment
Line up a lengthy session of Elite Dangerous, set Kubrick’s classic 2001: A Space Oddysey to play – whatever takes your fancy that could feel even more immersive when you’re in a room that is quite literally full of stars, whether that’s a family movie night, a wedding or your next party.
Best galaxy projectors under $50
There’s a wide range of projectors that will fling star fields indoors at a range of price points. Here are some options available on Amazon Australia.
Aled Light 3 in 1 Star Projector, $36.29
A galaxy light that can switch between stars, moons or projected waves.
You can buy the Aled Light 3 in 1 Star Projector ($36.29) from Amazon here.
Renxin Star Projector, $28.98
If you’re after stars in a range of colours, Renxin’s projector can switch between four different colour sets.
You can buy the Renxin Star Projector ($28.98) from Amazon here.
Tomnew Remote Control Ocean Wave Projector, $34.99
While the focus is more on projected water patterns, this projector comes with included speakers if you want music with your light shows.
You can buy the Tomnew Remote Control Ocean Wave Projector ($34.99) from Amazon here.
Café 63 Star Night Light For Kids was $39.99, now $20.64 (save $19.35)
A projector with modes covering a starry sky and a universe pattern, as well as a happy birthday message and a cover so it can do double duty as a night light.
You can buy the Café 63 Star Night Light ($20.64) from Amazon here.
Amazer-T 2 in 1 Ocean Undersea Lamp and Starry Sky Projector, $17.95
A spherical projector with multiple patterns, six colours and either USB or AAA battery charging.
FantasyAttics LED Night Light Projector, $31.56
Swap between an intergalactic space adventure and an ocean expedition with this nifty projector that can do both.
You can buy the FantasyAttics LED Night Light Projector ($31.56) from Amazon here.
Aurora Star Light Projector with WiFi and Speaker, $49.99
Mirroring the beauty of the Northern Lights, this galaxy projector is as beautiful and calming as it is nifty. Complete with WiFi connectivity, bluetooth speaker capabilities and voice controls (via Alexa), this baby is everything you need and more in a projector.
You can buy the Aurora Star Light Projector ($49.99) from Amazon here.
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Editor’s note: Descriptions and features are as taken from manufacturer/seller claims and user reviews on Amazon.
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