The first working arc lamp came about in the early 1800s, but despite their age, they are one of the most reliable light sources even today. Additionally, they make stylish additions to any room, thanks to their unique shape and overall aesthetic.
The benefits of arc lamps are almost innumerable, and we would need an entirely separate article to cover them all. In this article, however, we will compare no less than five separate arc lamps, providing both pros and cons for each floor lamp, and giving our honest opinion on which one is the best.
Arc Floor Lamp Reviews
Brightech Logan – Contemporary Arc Floor Lamp
The basic technology that powers arc lamps is more or less immutable. This means that arc floor lamp producers have had to get creative in order to make their products stand out. You will find plenty of attractive, elegant, and aesthetically-pleasing arc floor lamps – but you will need to dig deeper – into each lamp’s inner workings and structure – to find one that will work for you. Enter the Contemporary Arc Floor Lamp from Brightech Logan.
Review
Brightech Logan is by no means a newcomer to the lighting scene. As such, they have had plenty of time to hone their craft and produce some truly elegant, effective products. Their Contemporary Arc Floor Lamp is one of many in a long line of quality lighting products.
Everything has been carefully constructed and each feature has been carefully chosen. The technology at play is perfectly catered to the modern household – and possibly the household of the future.
Brightech Logan’s Contemporary Arc Floor Lamp can be integrated with smart home devices like Amazon Alexa, Google Home Assistant, and the Apple Home Kit. This provides an added layer of functionality, allowing you to switch the lamp on and off with a simple voice command.
The visual design of this arc floor lamp also adheres to contemporary sensibilities. It features that classic arched lamp shape but with more modern touches, which give it a certain flair. The lampshade itself is linen and perfectly complements the high-quality metal pole (which is available in either black or gold). The base is made of black marble but is not immune to white marbleizing lines (a symptom of the production process). Overall, it is an elegant yet simple design and would fit almost anywhere, be it your home or your office.
When it comes to actual technical specifications, no compromises have been made. The 1.5-inch marble base allows the lamp to fit almost anywhere and slide effortlessly underneath any piece of furniture. Needless to say, this makes it perfect for living rooms, where you can enjoy a variety of activities (such as reading, knitting, etc.) under the perfect lighting conditions.
One can also adjust the arch of the pole to 44 degrees in order to better suit your purposes. Additionally, the adjustable lampshade can be switched to open at the top or the bottom, providing suitable means of both up-light and down-light.
The lamp is also very tall, quickly filling up space in rooms with exceptionally high ceilings. The base – measuring 14 inches by 11 inches – keeps the whole thing sturdy.
Of course, visual design means nothing without functionality. Fortunately, this arc floor lamp from Brightech Logan has been made to last – and to impress.
The lamp includes a 9.5-Watt, 800-lumen power-saving LED bulb, which effectively means that you will never have to replace a bulb again. The 3000K warm light that the lamp produces is soothing and can outlast halogen, CFL, and incandescent bulbs. Unfortunately, the bulb included in this package does not have a dimmer switch.
Lastly, this product is backed by a full trhee-year warranty and – as far as arc floor lamps go – is a truly affordable lamp. As such, you can be sure to get your money’s worth and more.
Pros
- Features an elegant, modern design
- Attractive white linen fabric drum shade
- Includes smart home integration
- It is sturdy and built to last, with a heavy base made of marble
- It is ideal for homes with high ceilings
- It is LED-powered
- It includes a 3-year warranty
Cons
- It has no dimming feature
- The black marble base is not immune to white scratches
Archiology Arc Floor Lamp
Modern floor lamp designs follow similar patterns. Thankfully, these design trends are aesthetically pleasing, so if you liked the sound of our previous suggestion and want to check out something similar – yet still unique in its own right – this floor lamp from Archiology might be for you.
Review
Overall, this arc floor lamp from Archiology treads similar ground to the one from Brightech Logan. It features a stylish and elegant silhouette but has a few unique elements that set it apart from the crowd.
For starters, the Archiology arc floor lamp features the classic dome shade shape, which can be adjusted and shifted to your liking. The head sits atop a thin pole with an antique brass surface. Together, these features create an elegant silhouette, perfectly capturing that classic, traditional design.
However, the base – while heavy – seems to be a bit too small for the rest of the lamp. Although it is not likely to topple over on its own, accidental bumps and nudges may be enough to tip it over. Fortunately, the base is thin enough to slide under just about any piece of furniture, which can provide some extra stability.
In terms of the overall visual design, the Archiology floor lamp is pretty conservative, though this is not necessarily a bad thing. It was clearly designed to reflect a particular era while still maintaining more modern sensibilities.
The lamp is easy to set up and install and should not take you more than 10 minutes. Unfortunately, smart home integration is not possible, so you will have to rely on the old-fashioned methods of switching it on and off.
This is made more accessible by the added floor switch. It is attached to a 60-inch power cord, which gives you plenty of flexibility when it comes to deciding where to put it.
Like our previous recommendation, the Archiology floor lamp features LED functionality, which disregards the need to replace the bulb every couple of months or so. Unfortunately, the lamp does not ship with an LED bulb, so you will have to purchase one on your own.
Finally, the Archiology floor lamp is backed by a three-year warranty, providing all the peace of mind you need. Overall, it is an excellent lamp in its own right but may suffer compared to others on this list.
Pros
- Features a classic floor lamp design
- Adjustable head
- Easy to install
- Floor switch
- Affordable lamp
- 3-year warranty
Cons
- No LED bulb included
- No smart home integration
- Unstable base
Addlon LED Floor Lamp
Occasionally, you will come across a unique design in your search for the perfect arc floor lamp. These sorts of floor lamps appeal to some and outright repulse others. If you are looking for something completely different from our previous suggestions, the LED Arc Floor Lamp from Addlon may be worth looking into.
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Unlike the lamps we have reviewed thus far, the floor lamp produced by Addlon is as far away from conservative as possible. This is one of our favorite lamps as it takes a bold approach to its visual design and incorporates a fair bit of helpful technology to enhance its capabilities further.
Firstly, what is immediately apparent is the difference in head shape compared to other floor lamps. Rather than a dome, the Addlon floor lamp features a thin cylindrical head that almost runs flush with the arch pole. This immediately makes it seem more futuristic, but – as mentioned – it may definitely put off some prospective buyers.
Another notable difference is the Addlon floor lamp’s adjustable height by changing the length of its neck (or instead, the top half of the pole). This gives it some additional versatility. However, the head cannot be swiveled or turned.
Beyond the unique visual design, what really sets this floor lamp apart from others is its technological edge. A variety of lighting options are available, from soft lighting and mood lighting, to full-on task lighting when you are sitting in your reading corner. It comes with a two-way rotary switch and remote control that can adjust various settings and properties on the go, including color temperature and brightness. The control is functional from up to 17 yards away. Additionally, the pole features a touch interface which one can also use to alter the various settings.
These technological additions are undoubtedly impressive, but unfortunately, the Addlon floor lamp cannot be integrated with smart home appliances, which is a real shame considering this product’s vast array of functions. Additionally, its unique design may not be suitable for living rooms with conservative decor. However, you would be hard-pressed to find other adjustable floor lamps with as many options as this one.
Like the previous lamps on this list, the Addlon supports LED bulbs and comes with a three-year warranty. It is also one of the cheapest lamps on this list and is worth a look.
Pros
- Beautiful lamp with a unique design
- It has an adjustable neck length
- It includes a remote control
- It offers a touch-interface
- Affordable price
- Includes a 3-year warranty
Cons
- No smart home integration
- The head cannot be turned or adjusted
Major Q Modern Floor Lamp
Modernity in lamp design has been a running theme throughout this article, and we plan to keep that going with our next pick. Again, if you have not entirely been sold on our previous suggestions, this one is worth looking at.
Review
The Major Q modern floor lamp takes a lot of cues from the previous lamps we have covered and effectively capitalizes on the modern design trends we have examined. Much of what people like about the first lamp we reviewed can be found here, along with a few other unique touches which keep it interesting.
This arc floor lamp features a massive drum-shaped shade, which gives it an elegant look fit for any modern living room. The lampshade is an attractive white color and the silver pole is made from anti-rust metal.
This beautiful lamp is also impressively tall and measures 86 inches in height. This makes it particularly ideal for rooms with high ceilings, though one can adjust the length to accommodate smaller rooms as well.
In contrast to the large lampshade, the circular base is several degrees smaller, measuring only 8.6 inches in diameter. Fortunately, its marble construction prevents it from tipping over on its own, and it fits in with the overall aesthetic this lamp tries to emulate.
On the whole, this lamp would not seem out of place no matter what the décor of your living space is. Beyond its appearance, however, the Major Q floor lamp begins to falter.
The technology on display here is, unfortunately, fundamental. It does not support LED bulb options, though it is compliant with energy-efficiency policies. It features a floor switch and not much else. There is no smart home integration and it is scant in terms of functions.
An affordable lamp can be tough to come by, and unfortunately, this is also one of the more expensive lamps on our list. If you have a large budget and want nothing more than an attractive lamp, this one may be worth your investment. Otherwise, you would do better to look at some of the other lamps we have recommended.
Pros
- It features a large drum-shaped shade
- It is available in attractive coloring
- It is adjustable in length
- It has a heavy base made of marble
- It includes a pedal switch
Cons
- No smart home integration or other technological functionality
- It is rather expensive
Versanora VN-L00011
The last arc floor lamp on our list is yet another great choice, one which sets itself apart from the others in terms of visual appearance. If you have found the previous suggestions to be a bit bland when it comes to their aesthetics, take a look at the Versanora – it may be just what you are looking for if you want a minimalist lamp.
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In an abrupt departure from our previous entries, the Versanora VN-L00011 has a unique color pallet that is certain to appeal to those with more luxurious tastes. While the basic shape remains similar to the others, the coloring works wonders in making this one look wholly original and different.
The Versanora VN-L00011 features a rose-gold lamp head, complete with a slick black pole and marble base. The circular base itself comes in both black and white, though both have a shiny finish that adds to the unique appeal of the lamp overall. This distinct sense of style makes it look more like a piece of art than a lamp, reflecting mid-century styles.
Naturally, the head has a rose gold finish that is not immune to dust and other blemishes which can immediately become apparent, and detract from the lamp’s beauty. Thankfully, the lamp ships with a comprehensive instruction manual – not just for setting it up, but for cleaning it as well.
Unfortunately, though the design of the lamp is attractive, it is not at all elaborate in terms of technology. The lamp features a foot switch, but not much else. Like our previous suggestion, there are no smart home integration features, and this lamp does not support LED bulb options. This does provide a more natural-looking light, more a warm glow than anything else.
Luckily, although the light may not last as long as it should, the rest of the lamp will. The heavy marble base will prevent it from tipping over and the metal pole is highly resistant to scratches and dents. The final point in this lamp’s favor is its price: it is much cheaper compared to some other modern floor lamps.
If visual appeal is what you are after, the Versanora VN-L00011 is most certainly worth your time – and money. Just do not expect anything spectacular in the technology department.
Pros
- Includes a beautiful rose-gold lamp head
- It has a durable pole
- It includes a heavy base to prevent tipping
- It comes with a footswitch
- It is an affordable, simple lamp
Cons
- No smart home integration or other technological functionality
- The lamp head may require constant cleaning
Summary
We have endeavored to provide you with some of the best recommendations for modern floor lamps, and hopefully, at least one of these has piqued your interest. Of course, there are plenty more to be found out there, but we think that the ones we have presented in this article are most worthy of your time and money.
