What a Sight
I've used natural spectrum lights for several years, and I prefer them to other types of simple, inexpensive floor lamps.  I like both the lighting and the flexibility they provide.<br /><br />My purchase this time came after the fourth such lamp failed, in each case after a few years of use.  I'm satisfied with their longevity, but I can't compare with Verilux because this will be my first time using it.<br /><br />I chose Verilux because of what other reviewers said, but I also liked the images shown.  All four of my other lamps were from the same, different company. The Verilux lamps cost a little more than the others, but not much more.<br /><br />Both lamps are easy to assemble, and they look almost identical.  However, although they both weigh about the same and the bases are similar, Verilux seems to have a more solid feel and its sections seem to snap together more securely. The light cast by Verilux seems a little brighter, but at the same time it seems diffused a light differently so there's less glare. (The others didn't really have a lot of glare either.)<br /><br />If the measure of a purchase is that it meets expectations, then these Verilux lamps fully measure up. I'm very satisfied with them. They do what they're supposed to do and what they claim to do; they're unobtrusive but nice looking; they're simple and inexpensive; the lights last a long time and are easy to replace. (Replacement lights cost about $30 +/-). Should the need arise I would buy the same type, and even the same brand, again.
Rating: 5 stars