--- product_id: 106571656 title: "UV Detector for Measuring Sun Light UV Level - Portable Handheld Sun Light UV Detector (3A)" brand: "nextav" price: "£49.26" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Nextav" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/106571656-uv-detector-for-measuring-sun-light-uv-level-portable-handheld store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Built-in clock & alarm Compact ergonomic design UV index 0-20 scale UV Detector for Measuring Sun Light UV Level - Portable Handheld Sun Light UV Detector (3A) **Brand:** nextav **Price:** £49.26 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ☀️ Stay ahead of the sun—measure, protect, and thrive! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** UV Detector for Measuring Sun Light UV Level - Portable Handheld Sun Light UV Detector (3A) by nextav - **How much does it cost?** £49.26 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/106571656-uv-detector-for-measuring-sun-light-uv-level-portable-handheld) ## Best For - nextav enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted nextav brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Multi-Function Display:** 4-digit screen shows UV index alongside date, time, and alarm for seamless daily monitoring. - • **Empower Your Sun Safety:** Know your UV exposure instantly to protect your skin and loved ones wherever you are—car, home, or outdoors. - • **Accurate Sunlight Focused:** Measures combined UVA and UVB from the sun only—perfect for outdoor UV awareness, not artificial light. - • **Instant UV Index Readings:** One-button operation delivers precise UV levels from natural sunlight in seconds. - • **Palm-Friendly Portability:** Ergonomically designed to fit your hand or clip on with the built-in strap ring for on-the-go use. ## Overview This portable handheld UV detector precisely measures the sun’s UVA and UVB radiation on a 0-20 index scale, helping users monitor harmful UV exposure in real time. Designed for ease of use with a single button and ergonomic grip, it features a clear digital display with clock and alarm functions. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and health-conscious professionals, it empowers proactive sun safety anytime, anywhere. ## Description Product description UV sunlight meter can measure solar UV light (but not UVC) and calculates its index during days of low or intense sunlight radiation. It shows a single UV index for both show UVA and UVB emitted by the sun. This device is not designed to measure UVA and UVB from artificial fluorescent bulbs. The UV index reading allows the user to determine with accuracy the potential levels of harmful ultraviolet light exposure and to take the appropriate steps of avoidance or protection from sunlight when the index is too high. This UV light intensity tester has a monitor that displays the UV index as well as the clock, alarm and calendar. Ergonomically designed to fit the user’s palm, the UV light checker provides a super easy way to find out how much UV radiation is hitting you or your beloved ones at home, in the car, office, or any other indoor and outdoor location. Main Features: Measures single UV index for both show UVA and UVB emitted by the sun (but not UVC) index at 0.5 increments from 0-20. (not designed to measure UVA and UVB from artificial fluorescent bulbs) Compact and portable Ergonomically designed to fit the palm or carried using a strap attached to its built-in ring. Easy to operate: Press the “UV Check” button to read the index by pointing the UV sensor directly toward the sun. 4-digit display for month, date, hour, minutes, seconds as well as an alarm. Battery included: two 1.5V button cells (L1154/ LR44/ AG13) Dimension Review: Used for a science fair project - I used this with a student's science fair project-- the UV detector picked up the highest UV rating with a blacklight bulb. The student measured UV on the other side of a pane of glass with different sunscreens on the glass. Great product! Simplifies UV measurement quite a bit. Review: It does what it is supposed to do. - Measuring for UV rays ## Features - Measure UV Level of Sun Light - Easy to use by just Pressing the UV Button - Test Sun's UV Level only (not designed to measure UVA and UVB from artificial fluorescent bulbs) - Measure UV by pointing device's sensor toward the Sun - Use it either inside or outside of car, greenhouse, home, camp ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07N1R4M69 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #304,011 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #492 in Multi Testers | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (103) | | Date First Available | January 23, 2019 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 2.89 ounces | | Manufacturer | NEXTAV | | Material | Plastic | | Package Dimensions | 4.76 x 3.07 x 1.65 inches | | Style | 3A - Round | | Voltage | 1.5 Volts | ## Images ![UV Detector for Measuring Sun Light UV Level - Portable Handheld Sun Light UV Detector (3A) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31+bjfth8fL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Used for a science fair project *by L***N on January 25, 2020* I used this with a student's science fair project-- the UV detector picked up the highest UV rating with a blacklight bulb. The student measured UV on the other side of a pane of glass with different sunscreens on the glass. Great product! Simplifies UV measurement quite a bit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It does what it is supposed to do. *by P***L on May 27, 2021* Measuring for UV rays ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great deal for price *by J***W on November 30, 2024* Excellent for the price! I purchased this for a science project. We'd had a different brand that was okay, but this UV meter is much better. No, it's not the greatest UV reader on the planet, but for the price and the purpose of an elementary science fair project, this product is great! ## Frequently Bought Together - Nextav UV Detector for Measuring Sun Light UV Level - Portable Handheld Sun Light UV Detector (3A) - Mikikit 10PCS Cuvette Standard Cuvette Disposable Cuvette Plastic Cuvette Reliable Accurate Professional Transparent for Spectrophotometers - Rienar White 3ML Disposable Plastic Eye Dropper Set Transfer Graduated Pipettes (20 PCS) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/106571656-uv-detector-for-measuring-sun-light-uv-level-portable-handheld](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/106571656-uv-detector-for-measuring-sun-light-uv-level-portable-handheld) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*