DevicesUpdated Oct 31, 20261 reviewed

The best desk lighting

Good light changes how long you can work comfortably. Monitor light bars put it on the desk without glare on the screen or taking up desk space.

Quick answer: the best is BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 (7.8/10, best desk light).

Attribute	BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2
Score	7.8
From	$179.99 (launch)
Best for	People who work late in dim rooms and want bias lighting plus glare-free desk light from one monitor-mounted bar.
Capability	8.4
Ease of use	8.6
Value	6.4
Compatibility	8.0
Openness	7.0

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№017DeviceDesk lighting

Best desk light

BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2

ScreenBar Halo 2 clips on top of your monitor and lights the desk without glare, while a rear light softens the wall behind the screen — great for working late. Motion sensing and auto-dimming work well. It’s expensive for a lamp, and its wireless controller is slow to wake.

Wide front and rear desktop lighting where needed
Motion detection for hands-free use; auto-dimming works well

No USB-C cable included to charge the wireless controller
Wireless controller is sluggish to wake

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Desk lighting: questions

What is the best desk lighting in 2026?

BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 scores highest in our ranking at 7.8/10. ScreenBar Halo 2 clips on top of your monitor and lights the desk without glare, while a rear light softens the wall behind the screen — great for working late. Motion sensing and auto-dimming work well. It’s expensive for a lamp, and its wireless controller is slow to wake.

How did you rank these?

Specs from BenQ’s official spec page. Its current US price could not be read, so we show the launch price and say so. More desk gear (monitors, arms, chairs) will join this family over time.

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