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Harlowe shallow softbox lighting with quick release, mounted on a stand with light fixture.
Harlowe shallow softbox lighting with quick release, mounted on a stand with light fixture.
Harlowe Shallow Quick Release Softbox lighting on a stand in a studio setting with blue and pink background lighting.
Harlowe Shallow Quick Release Softbox lighting 24in (60cm) /36in (90cm) /47in (120cm)
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from $299.00 USD
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Harlowe deep quick release softbox lighting 30in with lighting unit and stand.
Harlowe deep quick release softbox lighting 30in with lighting unit and stand.
Harlowe deep softbox lighting unit illuminates a model posing in a studio with vertical blinds.
Harlowe Deep Quick Release Softbox Lighting 30in (75cm)/47in (120cm)
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from $299.00 USD
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Harlowe 36 in quick release softbox with Bowens mount adapter on light stand, studio photography modifier.
Harlowe 36 in quick release softbox with Bowens mount adapter on light stand, studio photography modifier.
Harlowe 36-inch softbox with honeycomb grid demonstrating professional studio lighting technique.
Harlowe Quick Release Softbox 36 in (90) with interchangeable Bowens and Max Mounts
$349.00 USD
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$349.00 USD
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Harlowe 24" quick release softbox, octagonal, with Bowens mount adapter on light stand.
Harlowe 24" quick release softbox, octagonal, with Bowens mount adapter on light stand.
Harlowe 24 inch softbox provides diffused lighting for dramatic studio shoots, highlighting atmospheric effects.
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Harlowe Quick Release Softbox 24 in (60) with interchangeable Bowens and Max Mounts
$299.00 USD
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$299.00 USD
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Harlowe 1x4ft and 2x3ft quick release softboxes with Bowens mount adapters and light stands.
Harlowe 1x4ft and 2x3ft quick release softboxes with Bowens mount adapters and light stands.
Harlowe 1x4ft softbox demonstrating professional side lighting with soft grid effect.
Harlowe Quick Release Softbox Set 1x4ft / 2x3ft (30x120 / 60x90) with Interchangeable Bowens and Max Mounts
$399.00 USD
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$399.00 USD
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Harlowe 1x4ft softbox with Bowens mount on a lighting stand for product photography.
Harlowe 1x4ft softbox with Bowens mount on a lighting stand for product photography.
Harlowe 1x4ft quick release softbox with Bowens mount on a studio light, next to a woman in white in a studio.
Harlowe Quick Release Softbox 1x4ft (30x120) with Interchangeable Bowens and Max Mounts
$249.00 USD
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$249.00 USD
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Harlowe 2x3ft rectangular softbox with Bowens mount on light stand, showcasing quick-release attachment.
Harlowe 2x3ft rectangular softbox with Bowens mount on light stand, showcasing quick-release attachment.
Harlowe 2x3ft quick release softbox with Bowens mount shown with a model in a product shot.
Harlowe Quick Release Softbox 2x3ft (60x90) with Interchangeable Bowens and Max Mounts
$249.00 USD
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$249.00 USD
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Compact Harlowe Mini II Foldable LED Softbox with Magnetic Attachment for Creative Lighting.
Compact Harlowe Mini II Foldable LED Softbox with Magnetic Attachment for Creative Lighting.
Harlowe Mini II foldable softbox in light gray, designed for portable LED photography lighting with magnetic color gel attachment.
Harlowe Mini II Foldable Softbox & Color Gels
$95.00 USD
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$95.00 USD
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Harlowe Magnetic Softbox for Sol 5, circular white light modifier with silver ribbed edge.
Harlowe Magnetic Softbox for Sol 5, circular white light modifier with silver ribbed edge.
Harlowe Sol 5 mobile LED light with magnetic softbox on wooden tripod, creating soft illumination near window.
Harlowe Magnetic Softbox for Sol 5
$39.00 USD
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$39.00 USD
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Hobolite Pro Softbox 90 with grid pattern, attached to studio light. Ideal for professional photography lighting.
Hobolite Pro Softbox 90 with grid pattern, attached to studio light. Ideal for professional photography lighting.
Hobolite Pro Softbox 90 with silver and white panels, featuring a grid, mounted on a studio light for photography.
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Hobolite Pro Softbox Lighting 90 (35.4 in) for professional photography
$194.35 USD
$299.00 USD
$194.35 USD
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Hobolite Micro Foldable Softbox showing disassembled frosted dome and magnetic mount body.
Hobolite Micro Foldable Softbox showing disassembled frosted dome and magnetic mount body.
Hobolite Micro Foldable Softbox magnetically attached to lighting device showing diffuse dome and device detail.
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Hobolite Micro Foldable Softbox Lighting
$31.85 USD
$49.00 USD
$31.85 USD
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Harlowe Foldable Softbox 14" with Diffuser attached to Harlowe Max portable light for photography.
Harlowe Foldable Softbox 14" with Diffuser attached to Harlowe Max portable light for photography.
Harlowe 14 inch foldable softbox with diffuser for Max Series lights, gray with logo.
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Harlowe Foldable Softbox 14 in (35) with Diffuser (for Max Series)
$179.00 USD
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$179.00 USD
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Which Softbox Fits My Light?

A softbox attaches in one of three ways: magnetically to Harlowe's compact lights, with the Harlowe Max mount, or with a standard Bowens mount. Find your light below, then choose the size for your shot: bigger and closer gives softer light.

Your light Mount Softbox Size Price Best for
Sol 5 Magnetic Magnetic Softbox for Sol 5 Pocket-size $39.00 Selfies and phone video
Micro 8W Magnetic Micro Foldable Softbox Compact, folds flat $31.85 Portraits and interviews
Mini II 20W Magnetic Mini II Foldable Softbox & Color Gels Compact, folds flat $95.00 Portraits, product close-ups and video calls
Max 40W / Max 80W Max magnetic Foldable Softbox 14 in 14 in (35 cm) $179.00 (sold out) Travel kits, beauty and product shots
Max series, Pro 300W, other Bowens lights Max or Bowens (both included) Quick Release Softbox 36 in 36 in (90 cm) round $349.00 Portraits and interviews
Max series, Pro 300W, other Bowens lights Max or Bowens (both included) Quick Release Softbox 1x4 ft 1x4 ft (30x120 cm) strip $249.00 Rim light and product highlights
Max series, Pro 300W, other Bowens lights Max (24 in); Max or Bowens (36 in); Bowens (47 in) Shallow Quick Release Softbox 24, 36 or 47 in From $299.00 Broad, soft key light; 47 in for full-body shots
Max series, Pro 300W, other Bowens lights Max or Bowens (30 in); Bowens (47 in) Deep Quick Release Softbox 30 or 47 in From $299.00 More directional, higher-contrast light
Pro 300W Bowens Pro Softbox 90 35.4 in (90 cm), grid included $194.35 Controlled key light for portraits
Avant 100W Bowens, with adaptor Avant Bowens Mount Adaptor — $38.35 Fits the Avant to the Bowens softboxes above

Fit and sizes are from each product page; prices update automatically. Check the product page for the full list of compatible lights.

Why Softboxes Are Essential to Light Control

A softbox isn’t just a diffuser. It determines how light wraps, falls off, and interacts with your subject. Harlowe softboxes are engineered to give creators predictable, repeatable results while adapting to different lights, spaces, and shooting styles.

Designed with efficient materials and smart mounting systems, these modifiers help you achieve consistent lighting without unnecessary complexity.

A woman sits between two vertical LED tube lights, one orange-red and one red, against a blue background with a light square.

Controlled Softness, Not Flat Light

Diffusion fabrics are calibrated to soften highlights while preserving dimension. This balance is essential for portraits, interviews, product photography, and cinematic scenes.

Shape and Direction Where It Matters

Rectangular, strip, octagonal, and lantern designs allow you to direct light intentionally. Whether you need edge definition, broad coverage, or ambient fill, each shape serves a distinct purpose.

Built for Modern LED Systems

Softboxes in this collection are optimized for continuous LED lighting, ensuring even output, minimal color shift, and compatibility with today’s compact high-output fixtures.

The Harlowe Lighting System at a Glance

Harlowe Foldable Softboxes

Ultra-portable diffusion

Ideal Application Scenario

travel mobile setups
A silver and grey photography softbox with 'H Hobolite MINI SOFTBOX 60' text, attached to a white and brown light on a stand.

Harlowe Quick Release Softboxes

Fast setup, rigid structure

Ideal Application Scenario

studio production work
A dark grey Harlowe deep quick release softbox, 90cm, featuring a bow-tie logo, mounted on a light stand with a reddish-brown light.

Harlowe Magnetic diffusion

Instant attachment

Ideal Application Scenario

compact LED lights and desks
A white dome light diffuser attached to a light gray and bronze rectangular device with the Harlowe wordmark.

Harlowe Pro Softboxes

Precision control with grids

Ideal Application Scenario

Editorial commercial shoots
Harlowe octagonal softbox with black honeycomb grid, white brand label, and black tripod stand on a white background.

Softboxes That Adapt to Your Creative Environment

From compact workspaces to full studios, Harlowe softboxes scale with your needs rather than locking you into a single workflow.

Fast Setup and Breakdown

Foldable frames, quick release mechanisms, reduce setup time and fatigue during long shooting days.

Consistent Results Across Shoots

High-quality diffusion materials ensure predictable output and color stability, making it easy to recreate lighting setups session after session.

Designed for Growth

Start with a portable softbox and expand into full studio modifiers without replacing your system. Each piece integrates seamlessly into the Harlowe ecosystem.

Build the Right Softbox Setup for Your Work

  1. Match size to subject
    Smaller softboxes work well for close-ups and desks, while larger modifiers provide smoother falloff for full-body or multi-subject scenes.
  2. Choose shape intentionally
    Lantern softboxes create even ambient light, while rectangular and strip softboxes add structure and separation.
  3. Control spill when needed
    Optional grids and deep designs help maintain contrast and keep light focused, especially in controlled studio environments.
  4. Pair with stable support
    A reliable light stand ensures consistent positioning and safe operation when working with larger softboxes.

Explore compatible light stands and mounts to complete your setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

A softbox is a light modifier: a fabric box with a reflective lining and a diffuser on the front. It turns a small, hard light into a larger, softer source, which gives gentler shadows, smoother skin tones and a natural catchlight in the eyes.

It depends on the light and the job. For small LEDs such as the Sol 5, Micro and Mini II, a magnetic or foldable softbox keeps the setup light. For Max series and Bowens-mount lights, a 24 to 36 in round softbox is the most versatile key light for portraits and interviews, a 1x4 ft strip suits rim light and product highlights, and a deep softbox gives a more directional, higher-contrast light.

Yes. The magnetic and foldable softboxes are made for specific lights: the Sol 5, Micro 8W, Mini II and the Max series (14 in foldable). The quick-release softboxes ship with a Harlowe Max mount and a Bowens adapter, except the 24 in Shallow (Max only) and the 47 in Shallow and Deep (Bowens only). The Pro Softbox 90 has a Bowens mount for the Pro 300W and other Bowens lights. Check each product page for the exact fit.

A bigger softbox, placed closer, gives softer light. Compact magnetic softboxes suit desk, phone and on-camera lights. A 24 in round softbox is a good first choice for head-and-shoulders portraits and video calls, 36 in covers half-body portraits and interviews, and 47 in softens light for full-body and group shots. A 1x4 ft strip is for narrow rim light and product highlights.

A softbox gives soft light that you can aim, with less spill onto walls and backgrounds, so it suits portraits, interviews and product work. An umbrella spreads light more widely and sets up quickly, but it is harder to control. Most creators start with a softbox for their key light. For a full comparison, including beauty dishes, read our softbox vs umbrella vs beauty dish guide.

 Yes. Foldable designs are built for repeated setup and breakdown while maintaining consistent diffusion.

 Absolutely. Many models are lightweight, collapsible, and travel-friendly for mobile production.

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