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TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Port Eye care Dimmable Lamp 5 Color Temperatures with 5 Brightness Levels Touch Control Metal Official Member of Philips EnabLED Licensing Program
Last Updated: July 19, 2019 (Refresh Now)
9.3
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999
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Review Analysis - 604 recent, verified reviews
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Features
145lamp, settings, lighting, options, brightness
+97%
-3%
" ... A remarkable little light with a lot of features and it is just the right size. ... "
" ... It will be even better if the base of the light can rotate. ... "
" ... I love this light. ... "
" ... love this light. ... "
" ... This lamp settings are a plus! ... "
" ... It adjusts from an area light to a high intensity work light. ... "
" ... I love the slim design and multiple light settings. ... "
" ... I love the adjustable dimming feature. ... "
Design
109sleek, lamp, modern, beautiful, light
+98%
-2%
" ... I love the sleek, modern design. ... "
" ... Looks good, works very well. ... "
" ... The design is simple and modern. ... "
" ... The design is solid and sleek and the led light is very bright. ... "
" ... Super sleek design, blends well with a contemporarly designed office. ... "
" ... Beautiful looking, varible function. ... "
" ... really like the design and the lighting options are nice. ... "
" ... Slim design, led light ... "
Size
69light, lamp, space, fold, sleek
+100%
" ... It folds and moves easily. ... "
" ... I like the small footprint for the desk where he works. ... "
" ... This is my second TaoTronics LED light, it's a perfect light for my desk. ... "
" ... It also looks beautiful on my desk! ... "
" ... It doesn't take up the whole desk and it look great! ... "
" ... Even light, good reach for its size, seems very stable. ... "
" ... It’s very convenient that the bar can be folded inwards when not in use. ... "
" ... I have used it while for my entire Master's degree and currently use it on my desk. ... "
Color
63color, light, settings, white, brightness and color
+95%
-5%
" ... The light is bright and has numerous settings for brightness. ... "
" ... As an Asian with dark-brown eye color, I need a bright white color option for reading and PC viewing. ... "
" ... The quality of the fixture, the output of the light, the many light lavels and color rendering of light . ... "
" ... The different levels of brightness and color are fabulous for macro photos, it is very stylish could be used in many places. ... "
" ... It has multiple choices for the type of lighting (I prefer a clear white light instead of a yellow one) and for the brightness level. ... "
" ... Can control various light brightness and colors. ... "
" ... Multiple settings as far as what kind of light warmth you want and multiple settings for the brightness. ... "
" ... I like the diffent color lights and how you can adjust the brightness. ... "
Build Quality
56lamp, metal, base, aluminum, arm
+93%
-7%
" ... Super slick modern design with a solid build and quality. ... "
" ... Especially the strong metal body of the product ensures longer durability. ... "
" ... This light is all metal so it feels substantial. ... "
" ... The aluminum alloy construction is EXTREMELY high quality. ... "
" ... This is absolutely the best study lamp I have ever had you can even change the light to night shift and it is pretty flexible as well. ... "
" ... Nevertheless, the lamp has simple lines that are aesthetically pleasing, and the materials seem well machined. ... I don't know why the one arm broke off but I think so highly of the product that I've bought two additional lamps for which I've had no problems. ... "
" ... It's sturdy. ... "
" ... The build quality is outstanding. ... Solid materials, weight, etc. ... I can really extend the arm without it toppling, and the hinges adjust fluidly while maintaining their position where you leave them. ... "
Charging
50charging, port, lamp, charge, usb charging port
+100%
" ... Does all the stuff a lamp should do, and also charges my phone. ... "
" ... Nice to be able to charge my iPhone in its base. ... "
" ... clean style, love having the charging cable right there on the desk for those one-off charging needs. ... "
" ... The USB Charging port is a bonus. ... "
" ... This is a great light, the USB charger is perfect to charge my phone when it is on my desk ... "
" ... This lamp features 5 brightness and color settings, uses touch control, has an extra USB port in the back of the base for charging devices, and only takes 9 watts. ... "
" ... I also have the usb connected 24/7 so that I can charge my phone. ... "
" ... It charges your phone and has multiple color and light levels. ... "
Ports
41port, back, charging, usb charging port, lamp
+93%
-7%
" ... The USB port is a great feature that comes in handy for charging my phone. ... "
" ... The USB outlets are a big plus, because I use my phone to process credit card transactions, so it's nice not to have to carry a separate portable charger which itself has to be charged before a show. ... "
" ... the cord which plugs into your electrical outlet is about 5 feet. ... "
" ... The USB charging port is an excellent add on. ... "
" ... The quality and finish of the lamp was better than lamps costing more, with the USB port it was an added bonus. ... "
" ... It has a USB port which makes it useful. ... "
" ... I also have the usb connected 24/7 so that I can charge my phone. ... "
" ... I like the USB port on the back for charging electronics. ... "
Price
40lamp, worth every, money, great value, value
+98%
-3%
" ... Really very decent for the price. ... "
" ... This light exceeded my expectation for the cost. ... "
" ... Got this as a lightening deal and its well worth the price. ... "
" ... Good looking, functional and reasonably priced! ... "
" ... For the price you can't beat it. ... "
" ... I read through the comments and was impressed to see that this is a great buy for the price. ... "
" ... I just love the high quality of the product with this appealing price. ... "
" ... A great value too. ... "
Display Clarity
28bright, led, eyes, adjust, settings
+96%
-4%
" ... It has multiple choices for the type of lighting (I prefer a clear white light instead of a yellow one) and for the brightness level. ... The LED is 9 watts ... "
" ... The variety of lighting and brightness capabilities all add to its versatility. ... "
" ... Brightness is also very easy to adjust. ... "
" ... I have had many LED lamps in the past but none as functional or as bright as this one. ... "
" ... It brightens up my work desk and has various settings to adjust the brightness and type of light (warm or white). ... "
" ... the brightness and warmth setting are perfect. ... "
" ... different brightness and ability to move angle. ... "
" ... I like the diffent color lights and how you can adjust the brightness. ... "
Comfort
27eyes, arm, adjustable, lamp head, base
+93%
-7%
" ... During the evening when working on the computer, bring the level up so you are comfortable reading or working on the computer. ... "
" ... Multiple light settings and adjustable arm. ... "
" ... Can really reduce eye strain. ... "
" ... Has a touch on-off, adjustable tone warm/cool white of the LED light, and the level of the light -- all at your finger tips. ... "
" ... This lamp on the other hand feels and looks top dollar. ... "
" ... As a grad student, I need a lamp that is comfortable for my eyes for a long period of time. ... "
" ... This feels like a lamp from the future. ... "
" ... Lightweight, adjustable and everything they say it is!!!! ... "
Ease of Use
26easy to use, desk, simple, light, controls
+100%
" ... - three easy to use buttons ... "
" ... I love how easy it is to move around and how it doesn’t take up so much space in my desk. ... "
" ... Easy controls in the base all by simple touching-no buttons or switches. ... "
" ... The on/off button is lit and easy to find. ... "
" ... I use it on the warmest setting and it's very easy on the eyes late in the night. ... "
" ... Heavy flat base with easy to use controls. ... Easy to position. ... "
" ... easy to use and has different light tones to use for various needs while doing desk work. ... "
" ... Easy to use, great dim settings and enough light to illuminate your work area. ... "
Controls
23buttons, lamp, brightness, power button, touch
+91%
-9%
" ... Touch controls are great and power 'button' is illuminated when the lamp is off. ... "
" ... The on/off button is lit and easy to find. ... "
" ... Love how many settings there are on this lamp, and the ability to control the brightness. ... "
" ... Very heavy duty and stylish looking brushed aluminum construction, with easy push button, intuitive controls. ... "
" ... I like the variable brightness and adjustable color BUT it lacks one key feature. ... "
" ... Both the color and the brightness should be infinitely variable and controlled by two up/down buttons each instead of just one. ... "
" ... LOVE the touch on/off control. ... "
" ... I really like the 5 brightness options, the 5 color options (from cool white to very warm), and the touch controls. ... "
Capacity
22room, desk, area, office, home
+100%
" ... The long light bar covers our work area so perfectly. ... "
" ... I'm using this one in my office and the other one I'm using in my son's room. ... "
" ... This does not take up much room at all so it is good for a small space. ... "
" ... My home office looks better and I can see so much better to get my work done. ... "
" ... very nice light for a desk work area! ... "
" ... Does everything it says it does and I ordered in the morning and it was at my house that night! ... "
" ... I went back to order another for my home office and it went up by $10 which is still a good deal for sure, but I'm hoping it comes back down to $29.99. ... "
" ... Bought one for my wife's home office and one for my brother-in-law. ... Both love it so I bought one for my home office sitting out in the backyard. ... "
Product Reliability
22months, lamp, working, stopped working, ago
+73%
-27%
" ... I wish I had known about this years ago. ... "
" ... it was working fine . ... "
" ... I've been using this for about 6 months and I absolutely love this product. ... "
" ... So at least I don't need to worry about it within the next 18 months ... "
" ... I have had it for over two months now and it is spectacular. ... "
" ... great lamp worked fine for about a year or so and after that the brightness button and color button stopped working properly. ... "
" ... I have had mine for over 2 months now, and I am very happy with it. ... "
" ... No issues whatsoever. ... "
Fit
22desk, lamp, base, space, sleek
+91%
-9%
" ... Lamp fits on a small desk has good reading light it’s perfect ... "
" ... Good quality light--very adjustable and fits easily on the side of my grand piano. ... "
" ... It is PERFECT and makes it much easier for him to work on the tiny-tiny bits and pieces of the project. ... "
" ... Base of the lamp has some decent weight to it so it doesn’t fall off wherever you place it. ... "
" ... It fits my desk nicely, and can be adjusted to light from various angles. ... "
" ... Has a sturdy, weighted base with a rubber/foam bottom that helps it from sliding (I still put sticky-tak beneath it to give a little extra 'permanence'), and the different light choices are awesome, depending on what I'm doing. ... "
" ... Simple to use and the different light intensities fit nearly any condition requiring light. ... "
" ... Sleek design, and fold close it to get it out of the was when not in use. ... "
Storage
19desk, take, takes, take up much, lamp
+100%
" ... I love how easy it is to move around and how it doesn’t take up so much space in my desk. ... "
" ... In terms of space taken by the lamp, its minimal and if you are not needing it folds up neatly to free up some space. ... "
" ... It doesn't take up much space and the base is heavy enough to operate very easily. ... "
" ... Takes up minimal space on the table. ... "
" ... And it’s a space saver for your desk ... "
" ... If you are looking to light the room beyond the immediate work space, this is not the light for that task. ... "
" ... Thinking about getting another one and it doesn't take up a lot of my work space. ... "
" ... This is a space-saver as well. ... "
Marketplace
17works as advertised, works, thank, order, looks
+94%
-6%
" ... I posted 2 photos- 1 with them on and one without. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Does everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Looks sleek and works as advertised. ... "
" ... every works as stated. ... "
" ... Thank you for your great product! ... "
" ... Great seller, this is my second time buying. ... "
" ... Was as advertised. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
14touch sensitive, nice, love, sleek, intensity
+93%
-7%
" ... Touch on and off and adjustable lighting intensity. ... "
" ... Touch controls are awesome. ... "
" ... has five different 'brightness' levels, and I love that all I have to do is touch the symbol to change it. ... "
" ... Great touch control for lots of spectrum and intensity choice. ... "
" ... Easy on/off touch is great, also. ... "
" ... It's sleek and the metal on it is a nice touch. ... "
" ... Sleek, touch sensitive light controls. ... "
" ... Love the "soft touch" on/off. ... "
Weight
13light, solid, many, lamp, good
+100%
" ... touching button is soft and light weight ... "
" ... Also, I like the weight of the lamp. ... "
" ... Decent weight and when it worked the light was great. ... "
" ... It was well packaged and is light weight. ... "
" ... The design is solid and sleek and the led light is very bright. ... "
" ... so many options, light weight and i am a serious reader and i Must need lamps on my study table to read for long hours! ... "
" ... Solid materials, weight, etc. ... "
" ... Good base weight so it feels stable. ... "
Cleaning
12lines, light, modern, lighting, sleek
+100%
" ... I think it looks really clean and modern. ... "
" ... Clean modern design. ... "
" ... Nice clean light in different qualities. ... "
" ... Clean lines, and a minimal footprint on the desk surface. ... "
" ... Also like clean out-look. ... "
" ... Clean lines, stable base, great light control. ... "
" ... Clean lighting and multicolour. ... "
Night Photography
12night, bright, settings, setting, reading
+100%
" ... Provides bright light for reading and lower light levels for other tasks. ... "
" ... Soft light or bright light, it can do all levels. ... "
" ... And it gives off amazing light!! ... "
" ... I also love how you can adjust the light settings to go bright or a dim light. ... "
" ... This is an outstanding light. ... "
" ... I like that it has several light adjustments for lighting. ... "
" ... I use it next to a my work computer in a low light area of my desk. ... "
" ... Nice light settings. ... "
Device Compatibility
10macbook, computer, mac, looks great, desktop
+100%
" ... It is rare to see such a well designed, and functional device. ... "
" ... Great light to have on your desk while working on the computer. ... "
" ... Besides the great light it provides on a desk or worktable, it also has the connections for phone or laptop - would definitely recommend this - it looks good, it doesn't take a lot of space, and it's durable. ... "
" ... Matches my Mac oriented desktop. ... "
" ... Like buying an Apple product. ... "
" ... Great desktop lamp. ... "
" ... Great match with Macbook air! ... "
Product As Described
9works as advertised, works, looks, sleek, photos
+100%
" ... Was as advertised. ... "
" ... every works as stated. ... "
" ... Does everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Product is as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Looks sleek and works as advertised. ... "
" ... I posted 2 photos- 1 with them on and one without. ... "
Delivery
8lamp, well packaged, shipping, promised, packaged
+75%
-25%
" ... Shipping was very quick. ... "
" ... The lamp is everything as described and was delivered when promised ... "
" ... Delivery on time, as advertised. ... "
" ... Packaged really neat ! ... "
" ... Just received the product today. ... "
USB
8port, helpful, back, nice, also
+100%
" ... Nice folding design with a handy USB port at the back. ... "
" ... Great if you are up late nights working and the built in USB port is awesome! ... "
" ... It has a USB port which makes it useful. ... "
" ... USB port is incredibly helpful, and the lighting options are easily changeable for what you may be looking for. ... "
" ... Having an extra USB port is a plus too! ... "
" ... USB port is helpful. ... "
" ... Brightness, usb, perfect. ... "
" ... I like the USB port and the adjustablility ... "
As Gift
7gifts, college, christmas present, christmas, bought
+100%
" ... Comes in a box that makes it a nice gift item. ... "
" ... At that time, I will buy the new version, give it 5 stars and gift my current lamp to my great grand daughter. ... "
" ... Bought 4 units as gifts for graduates on way to college. ... "
" ... Christmas present was well received by my teenage nephew. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my mother ... "
" ... Great gift for workaholics. ... "
" ... Gave it as a Christmas gift and it still works. ... "
For Kids
6son, desk, college, bought, one
+100%
" ... Perfect for the college student ... "
" ... Bot for my son's desk. ... "
" ... Given to a college student for Xmas. ... "
" ... All of my teacher friends were so jealous! ... "
" ... Bought this for my son's desk to fo homework. ... "
Overall performance
6like, works, performance
+100%
" ... Works like a charm and has survived several moves. ... "
" ... I am very happy with there looks and performance. ... "
" ... This gets the job done. ... "
" ... Nice item, would like a tiny bit more lite but this does the job. ... "
" ... It seems to do the job. ... "
Keyboard
4light, keys, keyboards, illuminate
+100%
" ... Lights up my keyboards in various shades or brightness. ... "
" ... And the arm adjustments make it perfect for various kinds of work: keyboard light, intense light for close up work. ... "
" ... Great for my key board when on the computer, was getting hard to see the keys,was dying a lot playing pvp on wow ... "
" ... It's perfect to illuminate my keyboard without blinding me. ... "
Cables
4wish, power, longer, lamp, desk
+100%
" ... Well made no issues, well the cord could be longer. ... "
" ... I wish the lamp was able to swivel at the base so I could turn it to the side but still have the wires going off the back of my desk. ... "
" ... I'm considering keeping an extra charging cord in the lamp box so I don't risk forgetting to take one from home. ... "
" ... the cord which plugs into your electrical outlet is about 5 feet. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
4modern, light, design
+100%
" ... I think it looks really clean and modern. ... "
" ... Clean modern design. ... "
" ... Nice clean light in different qualities. ... "
" ... Also like clean out-look. ... "
Returns
3would, replacement, one, returned, back
+33%
-67%
" ... Too late to return it. ... "
" ... I would like a replacement or refund if possible. ... "
Packing
3price, packaged, great value
+100%
" ... No suprises, nice packaging and overall great value for the price. ... "
" ... Packaged really neat ! ... "
" ... Appropriate packaging also. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Display
Type: LED