How to Choose the Best Quality LED Light

LED lights have achieved a leading position in the market, and the demand is increasing day by day. From car headlights to a bedroom’s cosy lighting setup, LED lights are now the most cost-effective, energy-efficient, and long-lasting option.

Eventually, you’ll find numerous types of LED lights from different brands in the market. And you’ll need to choose the right one that serves your purpose best. Today, in this blog, we’ll walk you through the actual process that will help you choose the right LED light without draining your wallet.

Let’s jump in…

What Are LED Lights?

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. In simple words, it’s a special type of diode that emits light when electricity passes through it. Unlike regular filament bulbs, LED lights don’t have filaments that need to generate heat to emit light. They use a semiconductor material that can emit light without generating any significant heat when electricity passes through it. This overall mechanism allows LED lights to be highly energy-efficient without compromising their distinctive illuminating performance.

Back in the day, fluorescent and filament bulbs ruled the market for decades. They were fragile and less efficient in producing light. After the era of fluorescent and filament bulbs, energy-saving lights entered the market and dominated for a while. Nowadays, you’ll see LED lights everywhere, and they are becoming popular due to their efficient performance and cost-effectiveness.

Types of LED Lights

You’ll find different LED lights in the market that emit different colors. LED lights that emit red, green, blue, etc. colors are mainly used as power indicators for electronic devices. For homes, cars, and office spaces, white-colored LEDs are mostly used. If the purpose is only decoration and aesthetics, RGB LED lights are great options.

On the other hand, there are some LEDs that don’t emit visible light at all. They just pass electronic signals, making remote devices respond depending on the signal type. These LEDs are mainly used in remote controllers, allowing users to control remote devices (TV, air conditioner, dehumidifier, etc.).

Well, if you mean LED lights that are only used for illumination purposes, then you’ll find a few types in the market. From the extensive list, we’re mentioning the most popular types here.

1. LED Tube Lights

As the name suggests, LED tube lights have the same shape as general tube lights. The key difference is that LED tube lights contain illuminating LEDs. Unlike general tube lights, they come with a protective plastic shell, making them unbreakable from accidental drops. They are mostly used in homes, basements, offices, supermarkets, and so on. They are comparatively safe to use in underground areas where natural gases can form, making the space unsafe. As filament bulbs generate heat, using them in underground areas means installing heat sources, which can lead to a massive explosion in the worst-case scenario. LED tube lights could be a suitable option to illuminate such areas safely.

2. LED Flood Light

LED Flood Lights are mainly used for illuminating the outdoors of your home. It might be your backyard, playground, parking lot, or even driveway. Some also use LED Flood Lights in their basements and studio setups where bright illumination is required. They come with a rigid construction, allowing them to survive rough weather conditions. In most cases, they are rainproof and come with an IP rating. They also come with advanced features such as short circuit protection, open circuit protection, surge protection, etc., that ensure enhanced longevity. So, LED Flood Lights are comparatively costly as they come with advanced features and need to serve in rough conditions. The only drawback of LED Flood Lights is that they attract insects!

3. Emergency AC/DC Light

Emergency AC/DC LED lights offer almost the same features as a regular A-shaped LED light does. The main differentiating feature is that emergency AC/DC lights come with a DC power source (battery) that allows you to get constant light even during loadshedding. The installation process is also the same. When electricity is available, the light charges itself. When it’s loadshedding, it uses its battery as its power source to light up your indoors. The usual battery backup is up to 3 hours in most cases (depending on the brand, model, and battery capacity, the backup might vary). They are mainly suitable for homes, offices, and apartments. You’ll find them handy, especially in areas where loadshedding is a regular phenomenon.

4. A Shape Light

A-shape LED lights are the classic model of LED lights that come with the traditional shape of filament bulbs. They are basically ceiling LED lights that are extremely easy to install. Unlike AC/DC lights, A-shape LED lights don’t offer illumination during load-shedding. They run on AC electricity, allowing you to get brighter illumination. If you plan to install LED lights in the rooms of your house, they are the cheapest LED solution. You can also use them on stairs, in basements, bathrooms, and almost any regular place you can think of.

5. Spot Light

Spot LED lights are a special category of LED lights that are installed onto the ceiling and can project light in a focused area. In most cases, you’ll find them in shopping malls, cosy restaurants, apparel shops, etc. Most spot LED lights require holes in the roof for installation. However, there are some spot LED lights that require only a ceiling rail attached to the roof. You can then attach these spot LED lights to the rail and move them according to your needs. These lights also allow you to change the light-projecting direction when you’re displaying a product in your shop or when you just want to enhance the aesthetic appeal.

Choosing the Right LED Light for Different Rooms

There is no one-size-fits-all option for your home. The right lighting setup for your kitchen might not be an appropriate option for your bedroom. Similarly, your living room, reading room, kids room, etc require different lighting setup. In this regard, there are two key factors you can consider. And they are-

• Brightness (Lumens): It refers to how much light a bulb emits. It's a measurement unit that represents how much illumination you will get. The more lumens means the brighter the light.
• Color Temperature (Kelvins - K): This gives an indication if the light is cool or warm. Low Kelvin (2700K-3000K) means a warmer, yellow light that can look like an old incandescent bulb. And a higher value (4000K-6500K) provides a clear, vivid cool white or daylight glow.

Now we’re preparing a table, representing how much illumination and color temperature is needed for different rooms. Depending on the number, you can easily calculate how the lighting setup should be for different rooms.

To understand the table, here’s a quick reference (rule-of-thumb):

• Foot-candles (fc) = target brightness on a surface. (1 fc = 1 lumen per sq ft.)
• Room lumens needed ≈ fc target × room area (sq ft).
• CRI:aim for 90+ anywhere you care about true colors.

If you want a more specific suggestion for your home/office, you can check out our Lumen Calculator tool. This tool will let you input exact data of your home/office and get you a more appropriate suggestion. If you want a more specific suggestion for your home/office, you can check out our Lumen Calculator tool. This tool will let you input exact data of your home/office and get you a more appropriate suggestion.

LED Light Price in Bangladesh

There are multiple brands in Bangladesh who manufacture LED lights considering the weather, temperature, and some other crucial factors. Depending on the quality and specification, LED light price in Bangladesh varies. And the list of LED lights is pretty long.

From the extensive list, we want to mention some popular models from LAXFO that are proven in terms of quality and longevity.

1. 10W Emergency AC/DC Light

This is an AC/DC light that LAXFO manufactured without compromising its premium quality and longevity. This LED light has the capacity to provide light during loadshedding. It’s a 10W LED light that can provide up to 1200 lumens when the battery is fully charged. As per the specification, this model can provide light for around 3 hours when the DC mode (battery) is on.

• Exact Watt (Full Charge): 10 W
• Initial Lumen: 1200 lm
• Initial Efficacy: 100 lm/W
• DC Watt: 5 W
• Charging Time: 4 Hours
• CCT (Color Temperature): 6400 K
• CRI (Color Rendering Index): ≥80
• Backup Time: 3 Hours
• Over Charge Protection: 1–1 Voltage
• Over Discharge Protection: 2.88
• Battery Capacity: 2200 mAh
• Price: 950

2. 5W A Shape Elite Series

LAXFO 5w A Shape LED light comes with an advanced LED chip that allows it to produce more light than the traditional lights in the market. It also comes with some safety features like 1.5KV of lightning surge protection, which ensures enhanced safety and longevity. It comes with both Edison Screw and Bayonet Cap models, allowing you to choose the desired one based on your holder type.

• Rated Voltage: 220 V
• Power Frequency: 50 Hz
• Input Power: 5W ±10%
• Total Luminous Flux: 500 Lumen
• Viewing Angle: 270º
• CCT (Color Temperature): 6500 K
• CRI (Color Rendering Index): 80
• Power Factor: 0.5
• Driver Type: IC Constant Current Driver
• Efficacy: 100 lm/W
• Lifespan: 25,000 Hours
• Lumen Maintenance: 95% (After 3000 Hours)
• Surge Protection: 1.5KV
• Dimmable: No
• Input Voltage: AC 140–270V

3. Flood Light 100W - LAXFO

LAXFO’s Flood Light 100W model offers a sturdy construction, allowing you to install it in the open area where you need a flood light that can withstand rough weather. It has an IP67 rating that makes it rainproof, and it can survive in windy conditions. It includes 120 LED lights that together can offer 500 lumen light. It also comes with an IC Constant Current Driver that ensures pure AC current in situations when the system voltage and current are fluctuating.

• Power: 100W
• Chip: SMD2835
• Luminous Flux: 9000 LM ±10%
• Open Circuit Protection: YES
• Short Circuit Protection: YES
• Driver Technology: SMPS, ISOLATED
• Surge Protection: 2KV
• Power Factor: >0.90
• Average Lifetime: 50,000 Hr
• Lumen Maintenance (70% Flux): 30,000 Hr
• Efficacy: 95 lm/W
• Operative Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Beam Angle: 120°
• Color Rendering Index (CRI): ≥80Ra
• Correlated Color Temperature (CCT): 6500K
• Input Voltage: AC 100–265V
• Ingress Protection: IP67
• Material: Die-cast Aluminum Body + Optical Glass
• Body Color: Black

4. Surface Light 6W

LAXFO Surface Light 6W model could be a perfect solution when your purpose is to improve your home aesthetics. It’s easy to install on the ceiling and provides warm light with a warm temperature. The frame is made with extruded aluminum that gives it a minimalistic and premium vibe. Even though it doesn’t offer any advanced protection features, you can enjoy 12 months of official warranty to protect your investment.

• Total Luminous Flux: 480 Lumen (White and Warm)
• Beam Angle: 180°
• CRI: ≥80
• Power Factor: ≥0.5
• Efficacy: ≥70 lm/W
• Available SKU: 5 (Red, Green, Blue, White, Warm)
• Mounting Method: Recessed
• Warranty: 12 Months
• Rated Voltage: 220V
• Input Power: 6W
• Product Size: 120 × 120 mm
• Material: Extruded Aluminum
• Input Voltage Range: 85V – 265V

5. 40W Batten Tube

When you need to light up your office or apartment, LAXFO’s 40W Batten Tube could be your best option to light up without harming the aesthetics. It's an LED tube light that comes with a squared-shape plastic shell, making it sturdier than the traditional fluorescent bulb. Under this protective shell, it includes 120 LED chips that collectively ensure uniform light. This model also offers double IC driver protection, which ensures enhanced security and longevity.

• Rated Voltage: 220V AC
• Rated Power: 40W
• Frequency: 50 Hz
• Initial Lumen: 3600 lm
• Lumen Maintenance: 90% after 3000 Hours
• Lifespan: 15,000 Hours
• Power Factor: 0.5
• Efficiency: 90 lm/W
• CRI: ≥80
• CCT (Color Temperature): 6500K
• Beam Angle: 240°
• Input Voltage Range: 140–265V
• Product Dimensions: L: 1220 mm, W: 55 mm, H: 26 mm

Final Suggestion

As you have endless options in the market, choosing the right LED light might be tricky. So, it's always advisable to get LED lights from reputed brands that don’t compromise on quality to offer cheap prices. Like most renowned brands in the market, LAXFO always manufactures quality products at decent price tags that can serve you for years. So, our suggestion would be not to go for the cheapest option. Instead, get a product that can serve you for a long time with its distinctive service quality.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is better, LED or bulb?

If the purpose is to light up your home, LED lights are always the best option. They save up to 75% electricity. However, the purchasing cost is comparatively higher than traditional filament bulbs, but in the long run, it will compensate by saving on your electricity bills over time.

What is the price of 150 watt led light in Bangladesh?

There are only flood lights (LED) available in the market that offer 150W power. The price of 150W LED lights is around BDT 10,000. However, the price depends on multiple factors such as protection features, number of LEDs, construction material and so on. LEXFO has a 150W LED Light model that comes with a BDT 10,500 price tag. You’ll get cheaper options too when you don’t want to drain your wallet.

How much is 200w LED light in Bangladesh?

You’ll get 200W LED lights around BDT 14,000. As we mentioned above, depending on multiple factors the price might vary. LEXFO has the 200W LED Light model too that comes with a BDT 13,900 price tag.

Do LEDs use a lot of electricity?

Not really. LED lights can save up to 75% electricity. The electricity consumption rate actually depends on the rated watt of the particular LED light. For instance, a 200W LED light will consume more power than an A-shaped 10W LED light.

How much does it cost to run a LED light for 24 hours?

Running a standard 10-watt LED light for 24 hours is quite inexpensive. In Dhaka, the cost would be approximately BDT 1.86. This calculation is based on an average residential electricity rate of about BDT 7.742 per kilowatt-hour. The LED bulb would consume 0.240 kWh of energy in a full day.