Serious Readers came about on the back of their original company that sold essential reading lights for 25 years to a range of places including lifeboats and space ships. When the founder Alex Pratt couldn't find a good reading light for his mum, he decided to invent one himself, and so the company was born.
The Alex range from Serious Readers is their classic range.
Unboxing
Unboxing was easy, it was well packed and all assembled so no worrying about following complicated instructions.
The light comes with a simple booklet on how to get started.
Getting started
You just plug in the light and away you go, just flick the standby switch for the light.
The model I was sent was a dimmable model. The arm was adjustable and needed a firm movement to change the position.
To use the dimmer, you switch the light on once, then hold the switch down again and the light will adjust to the desired level. It's that simple.
The base I requested was a heavyweight base but you could also request a lightweight base if you wanted one.
I liked the simple chic black design of the Alex reading light. It fits in with many colour schemes and is a perfect style for a home office, lounge or bedroom.
Quality of light
The Alex light is their closest LED reading light to natural light. It uses eco-friendly LED technology to provide a bright light that will help you see clearly. Apparently, they use LED Daylight Wavelength Technology™, which can help you focus longer, without the strain so that's good to know.
I definitely thought it was the best light I've used to read. Everything was well illuminated but I didn't get any glare. I thought the dimmable option was great when you didn't want such a powerful light and the adjustable angle of the arm was perfect for close up work, such as sewing or other hobbies that need extra light. The print looked sharp and colours looked true, and the light was not overly yellow. The lamp felt strong and robust.
Specifications
The light has a number of options and you can get it with or without a dimmer, with a lightweight or heavyweight base, and as a table lamp too. They even have rechargeable lights which are brilliant if you haven't got access to a plug socket. The colour scheme you can choose from is black, brass or nickel colour and the body in black or white.
If you don't want a fixed light you can order a 'varifocus' light which will let you adjust the beam between 20 inches and 40 inches too.
Conclusion
I can see why the Alex range is for serious readers, it's a very useful and excellent quality reading lamp. It's also been recommended by over 500 opticians, the Chelsea pensioners, and is used by air traffic control staff, and you can't say fairer than that.
The Alex reading lights have a range of prices. The floor light retails at £269.99 and for the addition of a dimmer, there is an extra £30 charge. With a 30-day risk-free trial for those ordering from the UK and a 5-year guarantee for peace of mind, you really haven't got much to lose. If you want a quality reading light then I personally feel you can do no wrong. Recommended.
*Sponsored post, all words and opinions are my own
Unboxing was easy, it was well packed and all assembled so no worrying about following complicated instructions.
The light comes with a simple booklet on how to get started.
Getting started
You just plug in the light and away you go, just flick the standby switch for the light.
The model I was sent was a dimmable model. The arm was adjustable and needed a firm movement to change the position.
The base I requested was a heavyweight base but you could also request a lightweight base if you wanted one.
I liked the simple chic black design of the Alex reading light. It fits in with many colour schemes and is a perfect style for a home office, lounge or bedroom.
Quality of light
The Alex light is their closest LED reading light to natural light. It uses eco-friendly LED technology to provide a bright light that will help you see clearly. Apparently, they use LED Daylight Wavelength Technology™, which can help you focus longer, without the strain so that's good to know.
I definitely thought it was the best light I've used to read. Everything was well illuminated but I didn't get any glare. I thought the dimmable option was great when you didn't want such a powerful light and the adjustable angle of the arm was perfect for close up work, such as sewing or other hobbies that need extra light. The print looked sharp and colours looked true, and the light was not overly yellow. The lamp felt strong and robust.
Specifications
The light has a number of options and you can get it with or without a dimmer, with a lightweight or heavyweight base, and as a table lamp too. They even have rechargeable lights which are brilliant if you haven't got access to a plug socket. The colour scheme you can choose from is black, brass or nickel colour and the body in black or white.
If you don't want a fixed light you can order a 'varifocus' light which will let you adjust the beam between 20 inches and 40 inches too.
Conclusion
I can see why the Alex range is for serious readers, it's a very useful and excellent quality reading lamp. It's also been recommended by over 500 opticians, the Chelsea pensioners, and is used by air traffic control staff, and you can't say fairer than that.
The Alex reading lights have a range of prices. The floor light retails at £269.99 and for the addition of a dimmer, there is an extra £30 charge. With a 30-day risk-free trial for those ordering from the UK and a 5-year guarantee for peace of mind, you really haven't got much to lose. If you want a quality reading light then I personally feel you can do no wrong. Recommended.
*Sponsored post, all words and opinions are my own
this looks like a perfect reading lamp, as it isn't huge to take over a room. Having an option of a dimmer is a really fab feature.
ReplyDeleteYes its not too bulky
DeleteI find sitting with the 'main' light on in the front room on an evening overpowering. However, our current lamps aren't useful for reading etc. Sounds like you have found a good solution
ReplyDeleteWhat cool light this should ideal for my son when he is home studying for his university work .
ReplyDeleteYep it would be perfect for your son Claire.
DeleteThis is one seriously cool light! 😎💡🤓
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of a dimmable night light - such a good idea. I do like something light when reading in bed nothing too bright cos then I cant even go to bed.
ReplyDeleteI wanted a dimmable light especially.
DeleteThat is such a sleek nice looking light, when we get our house and I have an office I want a small reading area and I'll be in need for something like this x
ReplyDeleteThis is a really nice looking light. I can't take bright lights, especially in the evening. Which is when I feel most like reading. So this is a great solution. x
ReplyDeleteThis would be great for you as the light is dimmable.
DeleteI completely get this!! My sight seems to deteriorating too, so a light like this would be fab xx
ReplyDeleteI'm always reminding the kids to turn on the light when they are reading. this looks like a great light for readers.
ReplyDeleteIt is a perfect light for bookworms
DeleteI need one of these, I have really got into my reading recently
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