6 Best Table and Reading Lamps 2018
Bedside and reading lamps have come from humble beginnings to now be available in all shapes and sizes and boasting a range of different features. In this review, we will be looking at 6 different reading lamps, each with a different design, and some that boast addition addons beside being a lamp. As ever we will provide a conclusion showing which of the lamps we deem to be the winner in the category.
1. DIKAOU LED Flame Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand: DIKAOU
- Weight: 372g
- Size: 10.49 x 10.49 x 15.98cm
- Price: £32.99
Our Outline
The first lamp within out review is a flame lamp. This offers a combination of being a bedside lamp combined with a bluetooth speaker that can be linked to your smartphone as well as other electronic devices. Offering a warm flickering glow from the LED, this is a lamp that will surely help you settle down for sleep.
Features
The DIKAOU lamp has 96 LEDs which flicker to provide the flame like glow. The lamp operates via a button at the top of the speaker. The extra features of this lamp is the bluetooth speaker that can be connected easily to your phone, laptop or other electronic device. The speaker is 5W, producing a high quality, powerful sound no matter what you are playing.
Quality and Price
At £32.99, the DIKAOU offers a low price for a device that provides two very useful functions. The lamp may not be the brightest, however does offer a comforting glow that is ideal for relaxation, whilst the speaker is clear, powerful and easy to use. This product would make an ideal gift for a young person or adult, and the sleek design makes for a talking point.
- Flickering flame style lamp
- Powerful bluetooth speaker
- Low price point
- Sleek design
- Lamp is not as bright as some might like
This is a high quality product that can be used for two seperate uses or can work in combination. We thought the design of the lamp was very stylish and it is very lightweight. The bluetooth speaker is easy to set up and use, and produces great sound quality. At only £32.99 we believe this offers outstanding value for money and a really good option for reading lamp.
2. ELINKUME Sprial LED Table Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand: ELINKUME
- Weight: 998g
- Size: 12.5 x 12.5 x 45cm
- Price: £36.99
Our Outline
The ELINKUME is the only contender within this category that does not do a specific other task other than being a lamp. We picked this one based on the design of it rather than any specific extras, however the design is such that it does really function as a piece of art rather than just as a reading lamp.
Features
The ELINKUME provides a soft glow for lamp light. Standing at approximately 17.7 inches tall, the curved design of this lamp is beautiful and will look good in any environment. The lamp has low energy consumption due to the LED lights, with the light source coming from many different points due to the LED lighting throughout. Offering an aluminium and acrylic design and with 360 degree light direction, this is a stylish lamp choice.
Quality and Price
At £36.99, the ELINKME offers a stylish and minimalist reading lamp choice for your home. The lamp is well designed and well made and there are different choices of design available depending upon your tastes. The lamp is easy to operate and the light is bright enough to act as a table or bedside lamp.
- Unique and stylish design
- 360 degree lighting
- LED strip lighting
- Range of designs available
- The style of these lamps will not be to everyone’s tastes
This reading lamp is very stylish and well made. The sleek and modern look will work well in most homes, and the curved design provides lamp light in 360 degrees. At only £36.99 we believe this offers outstanding value for money.
3. Ampulia Bedside Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand: Ampulia
- Weight: 1.68Kg
- Size: 28.5 x 15 x 18.4cm
- Price: £119.05
Our Outline
There is no doubt that the Ampulia is a very stylish and large bedside reading lamp that offers a range of great features. The mixture of materials used give this lamp a range of textures that make for a great overall appearance. The lighting is subdued through the top part of the lamp, making this a perfect model for a bedside table.
Features
Besides being a lamp, the Ampulia has a range of other features at its disposal. There is a wireless charging pad built into the base plate, A touch control system for lamp brightness and a 350 degree bluetooth speaker and subwoofer built into the lampshade. At the top, stylish buttons provide controls for the speaker system. All of these features are extremely well placed within the lamp, and the cherry tree bark lampshade is the final perfect touch.
Quality and Price
This reading lamp is an expensive option. At £119.05, you could buy several of the other models for the price, with some that contain very similar features. The sheer style with which this is built however in our opinion makes it worth that extra money. The great range of features combined with the astonishing look will make this a hard lamp to beat in this category.
- Built in wireless charging pad
- Powerful bluetooth speaker and subwoofer
- Excellent design
- Sliding power button for lighting
- An expensive option within this category
This is a premium product with a premium price tag. The overall look is a combination of modern and sleek, and this will look good anywhere, but will be especially useful as a bedside lamp. All of the functions are easy to use, and the speaker system provides great quality sound. The cost may put some of, but if you can afford it then we would highly recommend this model to you. We rate this as outstanding value for money.
4. Moon Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand: U-home
- Weight: 181g
- Size: 16 x 11 x 11cm
- Price: £10.99
Our Outline
One of our cheapest reading lamps in our review, the moon lamp again offers a completely different option. With a wooden frame and textured finish, the lamp offers a surface that acts as a good replica of the craters on the moon.
Features
The Moon Lamp is available in two sizes, and offers a remote control from which the brightness and colour of the lights inside can be adjusted. There are 16 different options within the RGB range that the LED light can be adjusted to. The lamp sits on a sturdy base that whilst basic is well designed. A rechargeable battery and a USB power source make this lamp easy to setup.
Quality and Price
At only £10.99 this reading lamp is a very cheap option and will do well as a present for youngsters and adults alike. The range of colour options for the lighting is impressive and although it is not the brightest lamp, it can certainly make do when sitting on a bedside table. The overall look of the lamp is good as is the stand that it sits on.
- Range of colours to choose from for the light
- Rechargeable battery
- Remote control
- Low price point
- Not the brightest lamp
This is a great novelty lamp that is offered at a low price point. It is easy to use, and the light source is enough to be used as a bedside table lamp. The remote control that comes with it is a useful feature and there are plenty of colour options to choose from for the light. Overall we would rate this as outstanding value for money.
5. Poweradd LED Desk Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand: Poweradd
- Weight: 1.52Kg
- Size: 48 x 16.4 x 6cm
- Price: £31.99
Our Outline
Poweradd is another reading lamp that has other functions to it, however the main feature of this lamp is the design. Sleek, thin and modern, this is a desk lamp for those that like up to date furniture, and this would work well both as a bedside lamp and a desk lamp.
Features
The Poweradd features a dimmable lamp with 6 brightness settings. These are control by a sliding sensor on the base. The lamp also features three colour temperature modes so that you can find the perfect choice for your light settings. The foldable body means that this lamp can work in a range of positions, and at the base sits a built in USB charging port, making it easy to charge your phone or other device.
Quality and Price
At £31.99, the Poweradd is a similar price to many of the others in our review. What sets this lamp aside is the modern styling and the aluminium alloy body. The adjustable angle head means that you can be sure of great light quality, and if using it as a bed lamp means that you can avoid disturbing others.
- Slim line and modern design
- Sliding illumination control
- Built in USB port for charging
- Adjustable lamp head
- Does not offer some of the extras of other lamps in the review.
The Poweradd is a high quality reading lamp whose main selling point is the modern design that it is housed in. The lamp produces good light levels and colours and the adjustable head means that you can direct the light wherever you require it. The built in USB charging port is a nice additional feature. We therefore rate this as outstanding value for money.
6. Touchcontrol Bedside Lamp
At a Glance
- Brand:
- Weight: 621g
- Size: 10.5 x 10.5 x 12cm
- Price: £27.98
Our Outline
Out final lamp in this review is the touch control bedside lamp. This offers a range of different features all built into one lamp and for an impressively low price. The mix of coloured lighting, bluetooth speaker and alarm clock, mean that this is the lamp within the review that packs in the most features.
Features
The touch reading lamp offers a range of 48 colours to choose from for the lamp light, and these cycle through automatically, although you can choose to hold on a certain colour that you like. The bluetooth speaker provides good quality sound and can easily be linked to your phone or tablet. The speaker system also means that you can talk hands free as well. In addition, built into the base of the lamp is a stylish alarm clock.
Quality and Price
At only £27.98, you are gaining a lot of features for very little money. This reading lamp will work best as a bedside lamp and might be best suited to children, however it is well designed and will sit well anywhere. The amount of light produced is not great but is ample for bedtime reading. The lamp also boasts a rechargeable battery, so this lamp can be used on the move as well.
- 48 lighting colours to choose from
- Powerful bluetooth speaker
- Built in alarm clock
- Rechargeable battery
- Lamp is not as bright as some might like
Overall this is a well designed reading lamp that offers an impressive range of features at an affordable price. As a bedside lamp this works well, reducing any requirement for an extra alarm clock or speaker. The sound quality from the speaker is good, and it is easy to set up and use. We would therefore rate this as overall outstanding value for money.
This review has been quite difficult to pick a winner from as we have liked all of the lamps. We have however decided on the Ampulia Bedside lamp which we thought had a stunning design and would act as a real feature piece in the bedroom. Even with the high price tag, we think this is a superb lamp.
