10 Best Desk Lamps for Your Home Office

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone looking for an all-around great desk lamp with a variety of brightnesses, color temperatures, and positions.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This desk lamp is a crowd-pleaser among Amazon customers. One standout review said, "This light attaches securely to my desk. I love the range of motion and also the different light choices." Adjust the lamp to your ideal position thanks to multiple bendable joints, rotate the lamp's head as you need, and seamlessly dim the lighting to your desired intensity. On top of a bevy of design features that help make the light super flexible, the E7 also has a minimalist, modern design that will look sleek attached to your desk.

We love that you can change the color temperature between 3000K for warm, 4000K for natural, and 5000K for cool, depending on your preference or eye sensitivity. We also appreciate that the lamp uses energy-efficient LED bulbs, which "are good for the eyes, because the light itself is focused on a smaller area and does not radiate out. LED lights reduce glare that also helps reduce eye strain," explains Marc Grossman, O.D., L.AC. Note that the base is a clamp and can only attach to desks up to 2.25 inches thick.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Those on a budget who want a high-quality lamp without breaking the bank.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This GH Seal holder has tons of features at an affordable price point. In partnership with us in Good Housekeeping, OttLite created a lamp with ClearSun LED technology that aims to reduce eyestrain with three temperature options and three brightness settings. "In consumer surveys, the lamp was deemed very good at reducing eye strain and enhancing accuracy of work tasks, like reading and doing computer work," said Dan DiClerico, Director of the GH Institute Home Improvement Lab. One of our consumer testers said, “The light seemed very natural. There was none of the harshness that I experienced with some other lamps in my home.”

In our Lab tests, our tech experts and engineers found the lamp easy to assemble, thanks to its easy-to-follow instructions. It doesn't take up much space on your desk, but the neck can extend from 9.75 inches up to 18.75 inches tall. The small but mighty base of this lamp features a wireless charging deck for iPhones (compatible with models 8 and above), which is great if you only have one outlet near your desk. Plus, it frees your desk space from more clutter from additional wires. While wireless chargers don't work as quickly as plug-in chargers, our experts said it’s good for giving your phone some extra juice while you work.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Those who work from home and need a small but powerful desk lamp.

WHY WE LOVE IT: We appreciate the two USB ports so you can conveniently plug in your electronics without using up more plugs. The lamp also features a touch switch that lets you adjust the brightness to the perfect luminosity for your eyes. A touch control may take some getting used to, but once you get in the swing of things, the process will become seamless.

According to the manufacturer, the built-in LED light can last up to 50,000 hours, though we haven't tested that claim. Customers report that the lamp is well-made and is easy to assemble, plus (most importantly), it works well and looks great.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Those with a large and long desk with monitors or desktop computers.

WHY WE LOVE IT: A large desk calls for a large lamp that can illuminate your entire workspace. That's why we like this extra-long lamp from EppieBasic, featuring incredible power—it has 24 watts of electrical power! Tall, sturdy, and long, the head of this lamp can hang over a multi-monitor home office setup so that you can see your keyboard, notebook, Post-it notes, and any other items on your big desk. "I love that it is slim, not invasive, and lights up the whole desk," one Amazon reviewer said. Another wrote, "The base is heavy-duty enough that there is virtually no chance of the lamp tipping, which I really appreciate."

This high-tech lamp has an auto-adjusting dimmer that uses a light sensor to detect surrounding light intensity and determine the ideal brightness level for your work environment. Another neat feature of this lamp is that it can be turned on and off, and dimmed or brightened by swiping your finger on the panel, rather than clicking a button. Plus, it has a 30-minute timer that will automatically power the light off, which you can activate by pressing the power button until it flashes.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: People with desks next to a bed, especially in small rooms like college dorms.

WHY WE LOVE IT: You can find a lot of dorm essentials on Amazon, including this convenient desk lamp with three USB charging ports and two power strips, ideal features for the college student whose dorm room is lacking in plugs. We appreciate that the charging station works regardless of whether or not the lamp is turned on, so you can still charge a phone, tablet, or headphones with the lamp off to save energy when in the shower or running to the dining hall for a quick bite.

Simply press the switch to turn on and off and enjoy the sleek fabric shade that helps produce a warm glow. We do wish that the lamp had more adjustability when it comes to color temperature and brightness, but the price is right for a dorm room lamp, and a 4.5-star rating on Amazon with over 5,200 five-star reviews shows that customers are still satisfied with their purchase, even if it has a simpler design. One happy customer writes, "I bought this lamp for my dorm last year and repurchased it for my apartment. The outlets are really convenient, and the brightness is just right. I love this lamp."

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WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Those who appreciate a sturdy, long-lasting item.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The Anglepoise lamp has been around since 1935 and remains a popular option; we would be remiss not to include it in our roundup. Available in five painted colors with an aluminum shade and arms, metal joints, and a cast iron base, reviewers say this desk lamp has a durable construction that allows it to stay in place no matter how they position the lamp on a desk. There is an on/off switch at the top of the shade for easy reach, but note that the brightness is not dimmable.

For a pricier lamp, we wish that there were flexibility in height and color temperature. Still, we appreciate how stable the lamp is thanks to a weighted base and love the beautiful brass accents for a traditional flair. Bonus: the lamp comes with a bulb, which is not always the norm.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Those who want a high-quality lamp with tons of luxurious features.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Dyson is a trusted brand by our experts due to their innovation and performance in making everything from the best vacuums to the best hair dryers. The Solarcycle Morph is the most expensive desk lamp on our list, but if you have a wider budget, we think the ample features this model includes may be worth the splurge. Choose between four light options: "task" for a focused light that's designed to limit eye strain, "indirect" if you adjust the head for a softer glow, "feature" for highlighting an art piece, and "ambient" for a relaxing glow that has some blue light. You can also "dock" the head to the lamp's stem to create an orange glow.

You can download the Dyson Link app and adjust the lamp's light based on a variety of factors, including task, mood, time of day, and even age. More than 70 online customer reviews culminate in a 4.1-star rating on Dyson's site, with one five-star review saying: "The benefits I get from this light are, of course, the daylight cycle, cold to warm lighting, and the adjustable head. Since my work consists of a lot of video conferencing, it’s very helpful to adjust the lighting by color and focus."

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: An undergraduate or a graduate student who spends evenings at their desk studying.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This LED desk lamp was specifically designed with students studying late at night in mind. Featuring an ambient light sensor that can detect your environment's illumination and adjust accordingly, you can choose between warm tones for working on a computer screen and cool tones for when you're reading textbooks. There are a whopping 13 color temperature options and 23 levels of brightness, so you'll be able to find the perfect combination that reduces strain on your eyes.

We like the ball-joint and torque springs that help make the lamp flexible, which means you can adjust the stand and head to your ideal angle. The manufacturer also claims that the LED light is flicker-free and evenly distributes light to help protect against eye strain—a major benefit if studying includes primarily looking at small print on your laptop screen.

The lamp is on the pricier side, so it may not be in the budget for younger students—but it's also a desk lamp that will go the distance throughout your schooling years and beyond. With tons of five-star ratings and satisfied customers, the splurge is worth it. "If you are at a computer all day, this is the one. It has several modes and is easy on the eyes—easy as in you can work for hours and easy as in a beautiful product," wrote one online reviewer.

BenQ also sells a clamp accessory if you want to save on desk space, as well as a standing lamp version.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: People with limited space on their desk.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Our pros recommend the Pixo Plus for a modern desk lamp that integrates convenient design features like wireless charging and touch settings. The efficient lamp is available in eight fun colors, although the graphite hue is currently out of stock. We appreciate its compact frame and minimal footprint, both ideal if you have a smaller desk. A swing arm lets you position the warm, glare-free light wherever you need it, and you can also dim the brightness when desired. We wish that there were specific brightness and color temperature settings, given the higher price tag, but its high-tech features make it a worthy investment.

Plus, it has a 4.8-star rating on Wayfair with happy customers commenting on its great quality and how easy the lamp is to assemble. One customer writes that the lamp is smaller than they anticipated, but that may be a pro if you are looking for a compact desk lamp. The same customer wished the lamp had more flexibility, while a five-star review writes: "Great lighting and flexible, it can be moved at different angles for your comfort and convenience. I highly recommend this lamp!"

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Kids and teens.

WHY WE LOVE IT: We've been noticing a lot of mushroom-themed home accessories of late, including this Amazon's Choice lamp that's raking in thousands of rave reviews about how perfect the lamp is. One five-star review says, "So cute! This is exactly what I wanted for my desk. It is small enough that it doesn't take up too much space, and the colors are bright and vibrant."

The lamp comes with a remote control that works up to a distance of 33 feet. Choose from 16 light colors, four light modes, and various brightness levels. The lamp will also remember your last setting, so you don't have to readjust each time you turn on the light. It may not give off as much light as other options on this list, but for a cute lamp, we think it's a great choice.