Isn’t it wonderful when after a long, hard day at work, you enter your bedroom for some well-deserved rest and find it to be calm, soothing, and therapeutic? A bedroom like that could melt away all your stress, anxiety, and exhaustion, leaving you feeling amazingly calm and relaxed.
For a good night’s sleep, it is important to have the right ambiance in your bedroom. The right mood and effect stimulate your senses and cause your body to release feel-good hormones. Your stress levels go down, and you are able to have some good-quality deep sleep.
In order to turn your bedroom into a meditation room, you must have the proper lighting to create the desired effect. Bright and flashy lights will strain your eyes and increase your discomfort, making you feel more tired and irritated. But dim yellow lights will create a warm, soothing effect and make you feel more relaxed and sleepy.
The best way to arrange the right lighting for your room is to have small bedside lamps right by your bed. Mini bedroom lamps occupy less space, add a touch of elegance and help you to sleep better at night. The soft, dim glow of a small bedroom lamp can offer a lot of peace and comfort as you read a bedtime story to your child, make a to-do-list for the next day, or have an hour-long pillow talk with your partner.
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Things to Consider When Buying a Small Bedroom Lamp
Many types of small bedside lamps are available in the market, but the right small bedroom lamp is one that has the following attributes:
Size
Of course, when the idea behind having small bedside lamps is to have more space on your bedside table to keep your medicines, cell phones, alarm clocks, spectacles, and maybe even a small indoor plant, then the size of the lamp becomes an important consideration.
A small bedroom lamp on your bedside table looks cute and makes your room appear spacious and clutter-free.
Material
The make and material of the mini bedroom lamps must also be considered before making the purchase. There is no doubt that lamps with crystal base look elegant and give your room a classic touch but having them an arm’s length away as you snooze soundly could result in accidental breakages. You could knock off the lamp in your sleep, and the crystal base could break beyond repair.
The ideal material for the base of your small bedroom lamp is wood. Wood is lightweight, durable, and does not break easily when dropped on the ground.
Power
Before purchasing a small bedside lamp for your bedroom, you must take into account whether you have an electric socket near your bedhead or behind your bedside table. Quite a few mini bedroom lamps that are powered by AC or DC current need to be plugged into the electric sockets in-order to work. In case you don’t have an electric socket near your bed, you should consider buying a battery-operated small bedroom lamp for your room.
Another thing that you must take note of is the power consumption of the lamp. Some bedside lamps, such as those with incandescent filament bulbs, consume more power as compared to energy-efficient LED lights. On average, your small bedside lamps should not consume more than 50 to 60 Watts of electricity.
Design
When it comes to the aesthetics of your room, the design of your small bedroom lamp is the most important element. The design of your bedside lamp includes its color, shape, patterns, size, and intricate details such as tassels, jeweled knobs, golden brims, etc.
The design of your mini bedroom lamps must blend beautifully with the rest of the interior décor of your bedroom. Either you should purchase a neutral-colored bedside lamp, such as white, black, or metallic gray, or go with the color scheme of your room and choose the base and lampshade accordingly.
Brightness
The brightness of your mini bedroom lamps should be moderate. It should neither be too bright that it causes strain on your eyes and gives you blurred vision, nor should it be so dim that it makes it difficult for you to read, write, or find things in your room.
The ideal brightness of your night lamp is between 500 to 800 lumens. A typical 60-Watt incandescent bulb generates 800 lumens of light, and this is the reason why most night lamps have 50 or 60 Watts bulbs.
Weight
All bedside lamps should be lightweight to support portability. Purchasing heavy bedside lamps will make it difficult for you to move them around the house in case you want to rearrange the setting of your furniture or shift your bedroom.
It will also be a hassle for you to clean your bedside table because picking up the small bedroom lamp and cleaning underneath it will require extra effort. A heavy lamp can increase the risk of injuries if it gets knocked over and hits you or someone else. It must be noted that your small bedroom lamp should not weigh more than 1Kg.
Price
When making a purchase decision, you should always consider functionality with affordability. You must ask yourself the question if the product that you are buying is good value for money. Ideally, mini bedroom lamps should not cost more than $50.
However, it must be noted that the price of your small bedroom lamp will vary depending on the brand, design, materials used, and durability of the lamp.
Warranty
It is always a good idea to check whether the bedside lamp has an international warranty of 1 to 2 years or more. Some manufacturers include a limited lifetime warranty period for their products, while some will only give you a 1-year warranty and agree to replace the lamp if it is defective, stops working, or breaks. The longer the warranty period, the safer it is for you to purchase the product.
So, here are some of our best picks for small bedside lamps for your bedroom.
Best Small Bedside Lamps
1) AUKEY Bedside Table Lamp
The Aukey Bedside Table Lamp is unlike any traditional small bedroom lamp. It is a simple-design, battery-powered, LED touch light that comes with an RGB mode that can switch between 6 different colors to create the perfect mood and effect.
With a single gentle tap on top of the lamp, it allows you to change the brightness and color of the LED light on an auto-rotation timer setting.
The cordless lamp is powered by a single lithium-ion, rechargeable battery that can be plugged into the main power source for charging via a USB A to C cable. Unlike the traditional mini bedroom lamps, the Aukey bedside table lamp is dimmable, and you can change the brightness with a single touch. The LED bulb uses 2.5 Watts or 5 Volts of electricity, and its energy-efficient feature produces less heat, making the lamp last longer than the traditional night lamps.
Aukey bedside lamp is extremely compact and portable. It has a weight of 11.6 ounces and is only 6.22 inches in height. It is ideal for modern-looking bedrooms, dorm rooms, and patios.
Dimensions: 6.22 x 4.21 x 4.13 inches
- Cute, compact, and portable
- Lightweight (only 11.6 ounces or 328 grams in weight)
- Small size (6.22 inches in height and 4.21 inches in diameter)
- Cordless lamp
- Battery-powered
- Rechargeable, long-lasting battery (battery lasts for 5 to 48 hours without charging)
- Touch and tap ON/OFF switch
- RGB LED light (6 different colors; red, blue, green, pink, orange, sea-green)
- 1-hour auto-off timer
- Adjustable brightness/ dimmable
- It has a handle at the bottom to support portability
- Default cold white light
- Energy-efficient LED bulb (only uses 2.5 Watts or 5 Volts of electricity)
- It comes with a fast-charging, USB A to C cable for charging
- Affordable price
- 2-year product replacement warranty
- LED bulb cannot be replaced
- The battery cannot be replaced
- It is not a long-lasting option for a bedside table lamp
- Requires frequent charging
Our rating: 
4.7 / 5
2) JOWHOL Rechargeable Moon Lamp
Nothing can be more beautiful than falling asleep under the milky glow of a moon. JOWHOL Rechargeable Moon Lamp is a cordless, battery-powered, LED small bedroom lamp that is made from environmentally-friendly PLA or PVC material. It is non-toxic and completely safe for children.
- moon style globe night light
- 4.7 inch
- Easy to float
- floating globe with led lighting
- Good Quantity
The lamp is made to resemble the look and colors of the moon as seen from space. Its intelligent technology allows you to change the color and brightness of the light with a single touch and tap feature. Just press the ON/OFF switch button to switch between warm, white-warm, and yellow and press and hold to change the brightness from bright to dark.
The built-in 500mAh battery is rechargeable and can be charged with a universal USB cable. With a single charge, you can use the moon lamp for up to 8 hours. The 1-Watt LED bulb provides enough luminance that you can read under its glow. It makes an ideal interior décor for couple’s master bedrooms, children’s rooms, and indoor gardens.
The JOWHOL rechargeable moon lamp is extremely portable and only weighs 3.2 ounces. It has a round shape and is 4.5 inches in diameter. The moon lamp has received a 5-star rating and has been mentioned in the Top 100 Tools and Home Improvement list. It offers great value for money and can be used for meditative purposes, magical storytelling sessions for children, or creating a romantic atmosphere in the bedroom.
Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.7 x 4.7 inches
- Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Cordless lamp
- Aesthetically pleasing (Looks and feels just like a moon)
- Energy-efficient LED bulb (power consumption is only 1 Watt
- Lightweight (weighs only 3.2 ounces or 90.7 grams)
- Portable
- Small size (4.7 inches in diameter)
- Made from environmentally-friendly, non-toxic, durable PVC material
- Different colored lights (white, warm white, yellow)
- Adjustable brightness / dimmable (bright to dark)
- Single tap or touch operation
- It comes with a stand a stylish golden-colored stand
- The battery can last up to 8 hours on a single charge
- While charging, a red light will switch on. It will switch off when the moon lamp has been fully charged.
- It can be charged with any universal USB cable
- Quite affordable
- Information about the Moon lamp’s warranty period is not available
- Requires charging after 8 hours of use
- It can occupy a large amount of space on your bedside table due to its round shape
- Irreplaceable LED light
- Irreplaceable in-built battery
- Not a long-lasting option for a small bedside lamp
Our rating: 
4.5 / 5
3) Simple Designs LT2008-BLU Mini Ceramic Globe Table Lamp
Manufactured by All the Rages Inc., the Simple Designs LT2008-BLU Mini Globe Table Lamp is only 14.1 ounces in weight. It has an elegant dome-shaped metallic blue base and a blue lampshade that is made from tear-resistant linen.
- Mini globe shaped ceramic base
- Matching fabric shade
- Perfect for living room, bedroom, office, kids room, or...
- Height: 8. 66" Shade diameter: 5. 51"
- Uses 1 x 40W type B E12 Candelabra Base bulb (not included)
The ceramic base has a clean glossy finish and is less than 5 inches in diameter. It was ranked # 17 in the category of best table lamps and has been mentioned in the Top 100 Tools and Home Improvement list.
The lamp uses a 40-Watt incandescent bulb and needs to be plugged into an electric socket. It is a traditional style lamp that is ideal for bedrooms and living rooms. Simple Designs LT2008-BLU Mini Globe Table Lamp is available in 8 beautiful colors to perfectly match the interior of your bedroom.
Dimensions: 8.78 x 5.55 x 5.55 inches
- Small size (8.78 inches high and 5.55 inches in diameter)
- Elegant shape and design
- Low power consumption (Uses 40 Watts or 120 Volts of power)
- Lightweight (14.1 ounces or 400 grams)
- Powered by electricity
- Positive customer reviews (4-star ranking)
- Extremely portable
- Available in 8 different colors (blue, black, off-white, orange, yellow, green, grey, purple)
- Comes with a 1-year limited warranty
- Extremely affordable
- Uses low energy-efficient incandescent bulb (B E12 Candelabra base bulb)
- Corded electric lamp
- Ceramic base makes it vulnerable to breakage
- The brightness of the lamp cannot be altered
- The ON/OFF switch is on the cord and not on the base of the lamp
- It does not include the bulb
- Finding the right size bulb can be difficult due to the decreasing popularity of incandescent bulbs
Our rating: 
4.2 / 5
Conclusion
Small bedside lamps are a must for bedrooms. They allow you some time for relaxation. You can meditate, read a book, talk to your partner or make written plans for the next day under the dim glow of mini bedroom lamps. Unlike the standard bedroom lights, small bedside lamps are sleep-inducing.
Before purchasing a small bedroom lamp, you must make sure that the design of the lamp matches the color scheme of your bedroom. You must take into consideration the materials used, the power consumption, the brightness, weight, and price of the lamp. It should come with at least a 1-year replacement warranty so that you can claim a refund or a full replacement in case the small bedroom lamp delivered at your home is defective or malfunctions after a few months of use.
Ideal small bedside lamps should be smaller than 10 inches in height, less than 35 ounces (1 Kg), and should not consume more than 50 to 60 Watts of electricity. Mini bedside lamps should have a luminance of around 500 to 800 lumens and should not cost more than $50.
We hope that our list of best small bedside lamps will help you select the perfect small bedside lamp for your bedroom.
