Ideal Desk Lamp

When you're working at home, an ideal desk lamp is bright enough to keep you focused and comes with features for greater efficiency. Our best overall pick, the Brightever Industrial Dimmable Desk Lamp, soars above the competition in those areas. Not only does this lamp have multiple light settings, but it also has two USB charging ports and an outlet to power your phone, laptop, smartwatch, or wireless headphones.

With three dimmer settings, this light is excellent for bright light in the morning and throughout the day, and slightly dimmer light once dusk falls to help your eyes adjust. You don't have to hit a particular button to see this effect—simply touch any part of the lamp to activate the dimmer settings. You can also move the 360-degree rotating head for the best lighting angle.

If you want a multitasking lamp for your desk, the Brightever checks many boxes. It's compact, made from durable metal materials, and is reasonably priced for the quality you're getting.

For a lamp that'll get the job done without breaking the bank, consider the Simple Designs Basic Metal Desk Lamp with Flexible Hose Neck. The budget-friendly style is offered in a few colors and is pretty small too, so it won't take up too much desk space. It has a minimal design as well, so it'll pair well with any desk accessories you already have. Plus, it has a flexible neck that allows you to adjust the lamp to your liking, so you'll always have your preferred lighting.his.