FalconEyes RX-18TD

What is the RX-18TD?

The FalconEyes RX-18TD is a flexible bi-color LED mat (45cm x 60cm / ~18"x24"), known for being affordable, lightweight, and portable. It’s a favorite among indie filmmakers, YouTubers, and documentary shooters who need a lot of light without a heavy rig.

How does it work?

It’s built on a bendable mat with embedded LEDs, which can be mounted in a frame, wrapped around objects, or taped to walls. The TD version is bi-color (3000K–5600K) with dimming and runs off AC or V-mount batteries.

Pros

• Extremely lightweight and portable.

• Affordable compared to pro-level flex panels.

• Battery-powered (great for location shoots).

• Flexible mounting — tape, Velcro, frames.

• Decent output for its size.

Cons

• Not RGB — only bi-color.

• Build quality less rugged than Westcott.

• Color accuracy good, but not elite (CRI ~95).

• Controls are on a separate box, not integrated.

Best Features

• Budget-friendly flexible light with solid output.

• Can mount in creative spots where rigid panels can’t. Who is it for? Indie filmmakers, YouTubers, and traveling crews who need a light, cheap, flexible soft light.

Verdict: Worth it?**

Yes — fantastic for budget shooters needing flexibility, though not as color-accurate or rugged as high-end options.