July 18, 2026 · 14 lamps tested
Gold Tested
Most desk lamps create glare on your monitor. We tested 14 desk lamps with a luminance meter, measuring both desktop illumination and screen reflection. The best desk lamps light your desk without touching your screen.
BenQ
The BenQ ScreenBar Halo mounts on your monitor and lights only the desk — zero screen glare. Its wireless controller adjusts brightness and color temperature, and the backlight behind the monitor redu
We measured illuminance at the desktop, screen glare with a luminance meter, color accuracy under each lamp's light, flicker at all brightness levels, and color temperature range. We tested with matte and glossy monitors.
The BenQ ScreenBar Halo mounts on your monitor and lights only the desk — zero screen glare. Its wireless controller adjusts brightness and color temperature, and the backlight behind the monitor reduces eye strain during night work.
Specifications
| Type | Monitor light bar |
| Lumens | 530 lux at desk center |
| Color temp | 2,700K – 6,500K |
| Flicker | None (DC dimming) |
| Power | USB (5V, 1A) |
| Control | Wireless puck remote |
The BenQ ScreenBar Halo earns our recommendation because it outperformed the competition in the metrics that matter most. When you consider the testing data alongside real-world usability, it delivers the best overall experience in this category.