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The 10 Best Desk Lamps as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best desk lamps you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

BenQ ScreenBar Halo

9.0Best for monitors
Check price on Amazon ≈ £150
Best value

Lepro Desk Lamp

8.3Best budget
Check price on Amazon ≈ £25
Also great

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp

8.7Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £40

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these desk lamps

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each desk lamp does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Desk LampsScoreBest forTypeApprox priceAmazon links
1BenQ ScreenBar Halo9.0Best for monitorsMonitor light bar£150View Price
2Anglepoise Type 758.8Best designTask lamp£180View Price
3TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp8.7Best overallLED desk lamp£40View Price
4BenQ e-Reading Lamp8.6Best for eye careTask lamp£180View Price
5Xiaomi Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S8.5Best smartSmart LED lamp£50View Price
6Daylight Company Slimline 38.4Best for craftsDaylight task lamp£90View Price
7Lepro Desk Lamp8.3Best budgetLED desk lamp£25View Price
8Govee Desk Lamp8.2Best RGBSmart RGB lamp£45View Price
9Eyocean Architect Lamp8.1Best long-reachClamp task lamp£40View Price
10IKEA Forsa8.0Best classic budgetTask lamp£20View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best for monitors

BenQ ScreenBar Halo

9.0Our number one pick.

BenQ's ScreenBar Halo clips to your monitor to light the desk without screen glare, with auto-dimming and a wireless dial, the premium choice for computer work. It is pricey, but the glare-free light and eye comfort are excellent.

Brightness: 9.0Adjustability: 9.0Eye comfort: 9.4Value: 8.4
Pros
  • No screen glare
  • Auto-dimming sensor
  • Wireless control dial
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Monitor only
Check price on Amazon≈ £150
2
Best design

Anglepoise Type 75

8.8A superb runner-up.

The Anglepoise Type 75 is a design icon with smooth spring-balanced arms that hold any position, a beautiful, durable task lamp. It uses a standard bulb and costs more, but the build and adjustability are excellent.

Brightness: 8.6Adjustability: 9.4Eye comfort: 8.6Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Iconic design
  • Superb spring-arm adjustment
  • Built to last
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Bulb not included
Check price on Amazon≈ £180
3
Best overall

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp

8.7Rounds out our top three.

TaoTronics' LED desk lamp offers multiple colour temperatures and brightness levels with a USB charging port and a sturdy adjustable arm, a brilliant all-rounder. It is plasticky, but the features and value are excellent.

Brightness: 8.8Adjustability: 8.8Eye comfort: 8.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Many light modes
  • USB charging port
  • Adjustable arm
Cons
  • Plasticky build
  • Average base
Check price on Amazon≈ £40
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4
Best for eye care

BenQ e-Reading Lamp

8.6A standout in the upper half.

BenQ's e-Reading lamp spreads a wide, even pool of light with a sensor that adjusts to ambient brightness, designed to reduce eye strain over long sessions. It is expensive, but the coverage and eye comfort are excellent.

Brightness: 8.8Adjustability: 8.6Eye comfort: 9.4Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Very wide light spread
  • Auto-brightness sensor
  • Easy on the eyes
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Large footprint
Check price on Amazon≈ £180
5
Best smart

Xiaomi Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S

8.5A well-rounded mid-table pick.

Xiaomi's Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S adds app and voice control with tunable brightness and temperature in a clean, minimal design, great-value smart lighting. The arm doesn't fold flat, but the smarts and value are excellent.

Brightness: 8.6Adjustability: 8.2Eye comfort: 8.8Value: 9.0
Pros
  • App and voice control
  • Tunable light
  • Clean design
Cons
  • Limited arm movement
  • No USB port
Check price on Amazon≈ £50
6
Best for crafts

Daylight Company Slimline 3

8.4Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Daylight Company's Slimline 3 throws a bright, true-colour daylight beam ideal for sewing, painting and detailed hobbies, with a clamp option. It is pricier, but for accurate close work it's excellent.

Brightness: 8.8Adjustability: 8.4Eye comfort: 8.8Value: 8.2
Pros
  • True daylight colour
  • Great for detailed work
  • Clamp option
Cons
  • Pricier
  • Plain looks
Check price on Amazon≈ £90
7
Best budget

Lepro Desk Lamp

8.3A dependable pick if the price is right.

Lepro's LED desk lamp covers the essentials — dimming, colour modes and a folding arm — at a low price, a sensible student buy. It is basic and lightweight, but for value it's excellent.

Brightness: 8.2Adjustability: 8.2Eye comfort: 8.4Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Affordable
  • Dimming and colour modes
  • Folds away
Cons
  • Lightweight base
  • Basic build
Check price on Amazon≈ £25
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8
Best RGB

Govee Desk Lamp

8.2Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Govee's smart desk lamp combines a white task light with colourful RGB ambient lighting and app control, fun for gaming setups. The task light is decent rather than class-leading, but for ambience and value it's good.

Brightness: 8.2Adjustability: 8.2Eye comfort: 8.0Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Task plus RGB ambience
  • App control
  • Lively for gaming
Cons
  • Average task light
  • App can be fiddly
Check price on Amazon≈ £45
9
Best long-reach

Eyocean Architect Lamp

8.1A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Eyocean's clamp-on architect lamp has long arms that reach across big desks and clamp to free up surface space, with dimming and colour modes. It is a bit utilitarian, but the reach and value are good.

Brightness: 8.2Adjustability: 8.6Eye comfort: 8.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Long reach
  • Clamps to save space
  • Dimming and colour modes
Cons
  • Utilitarian looks
  • Clamp needs an edge
Check price on Amazon≈ £40
10
Best classic budget

IKEA Forsa

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

IKEA's Forsa is a simple metal work lamp with a classic look and adjustable head at a low price, a no-nonsense desk light. It uses a separate bulb and is basic, but for value it's fine.

Brightness: 8.0Adjustability: 8.2Eye comfort: 8.0Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Cheap and sturdy
  • Classic metal look
  • Adjustable head
Cons
  • Bulb not included
  • No dimming
Check price on Amazon≈ £20
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the desk lamps in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the BenQ ScreenBar Halo, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Anglepoise Type 75 and TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best desk lamps without overthinking it, the BenQ ScreenBar Halo is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £150

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