The 10 Best Clamp Lights

Editor's Notes

September 18, 2020:

An adequate light source is an important consideration when working, studying, or reading, as it will help prevent eye fatigue and focus attention on the job in hand. A good-quality clamp light offers versatility since it can be mounted within close proximity of the task, such as on a nightstand, office desk, or even a set of ladders. Modern lamps often feature LED lighting with digitally adjustable brightness, color, and delay settings, allowing you to customize the light dispersion for each situation.

The lamps we considered for this ranking fall into two main categories, namely reading or desk lights and general-purpose or work lights. Those looking for an option that is bright enough to work with might consider the Woods Aluminum, which has a polished reflector and is available in three sizes up to 300 watts. The Keystone A-1100_UL is similar in design and features a heat-resistant shade made from polycarbonate, however, this one has only a 75 watt capacity. The Klein Tools Work Light is notable for its versatility, as the clamp converts into a stand or can be held like a torch.

If you're looking for a dedicated reading light or for a lamp to clip to your desk, the Qqappu Reading Light, the Youkoyi LED Desk, and the DZLight Dual Head all feature adjustable brightness, anti-glare designs, and specific light coloring to protect your eyes while reading. The latter has two independent heads that can be focused on an object to eliminate shadows, or be used by two persons at once. The ToJane Architect and the Otus Motion Activated are both larger models with long swing arms and bright lamps, making them a good choice for an office. The Otus Motion Activated also features an infrared sensor for turning it on and off, and comes with a clamp and a solid desktop base, giving a choice of mounting options.