Wireless lamps have evolved from functional but unattractive designs to stylish options for every taste and space. Jo Plant, chief creative officer at Pooky, notes that rechargeable lighting is one of their fastest-growing categories, with demand increasing as understanding of its benefits grows. She explains that wireless designs break the mould of traditional lighting, allowing placement anywhere without sockets, wiring, or electricians.
How the lamps were tested
Each lamp was tested based on appearance, functionality, and ease of setup, with additional consideration for charging time, battery life, and portability.
The best wireless lamps
George at Asda Searchlight rechargeable rattan table lamp, £25 – This compact lamp features an antique-style brass base and a natural rattan shade with a dimmable rechargeable LED. It is praised for its premium look and value.
OKA Mini Grisewood wireless table lamp and shade, £105 – A slimline design with an antique-inspired frame handmade from brass and iron, hand-painted in burnt caramel. It includes a rechargeable light with a built-in LED powered via USB-C.
Next Brown Marble Highclere small table lamp, £80 – This viral lamp has a chunky marble base and brushed-brass accents, with a three-touch function for brightness. It runs for eight hours on a four-hour charge.
Pooky Twinky rechargeable wall light, £105 – A petite wall light with an antique-brass finish and scalloped shade, controlled by a remote. It provides ten hours of dimmable light.
Dunelm Flexicell Geneva rechargeable touch dimmable LED floor lamp, £79 – A floor lamp with a three-stage dimmer, offering ten hours of light from a four-hour charge. It is lightweight and portable.
M&S Colby rechargeable rattan table lamp, £39.50 – Crafted from natural rattan with a curved base and dome-shaped shade, it diffuses light for a gentle glow. It lasts eight hours on full brightness after a five-hour charge.
Neptune Hanover small bronze cordless rechargeable lamp, £209 – A task lamp with Regency-inspired details, offering 12 hours of illumination on a five-hour charge.
Buster + Punch Takeout portable table light, £309 – A designer piece with an industrial aesthetic, available in brass and steel. It has a three-step dimming mechanism and a 14-hour runtime.
Cox & Cox Seren rechargeable floor lamp – A tall, elegant floor lamp with a tapered shade and brass-toned base, offering three light settings and 30 hours of continuous life on a five-hour charge.
Westwing Walter small portable LED table lamp, £129.99 – A retro-inspired design with wireless technology, made from powder-coated metal. It has a sensor switch with three dimming stages and charges via micro-USB.
Mrs. Alice Olive Parrot rechargeable lamp with olive lotus shade, £148 – A traditional-style lamp with a green parrot base, dimmable with three settings, providing up to 20 hours of light on a six-hour charge.
Best overall pick
The George at Asda Searchlight lamp is highlighted as the best overall, combining premium looks with a budget-friendly price of £25 and long battery life.
