How do you pick the one that will still look stunning and work perfectly a few years from now? Here are the 10 non-negotiable factors Singapore buyers should check before clicking “add to cart”.
- IP Rating (Water & Dust Resistance).
Singapore = humidity + sudden rain. Indoor-only lamps (IP20) corrodes faster. Look for IP54 (splash-proof, covered balconies) or IP65 (jet-proof, open-air use). A true outdoor-rated lamp survives monsoon season on your balcony without a single hiccup. - Shade / Diffuser Style.
Translucent glass or polycarbonate gives soft, restaurant-style glow; opaque metal creates dramatic pools of light. Choose matte white or brushed metals for modern condos; coloured glass or porcelain ceramic like finish for Per - Size Profile.
Too tall = blocks eye contact across a six-seater. Too bulky = eats table real estate. Ideal dining height: 20–35 cm. For bedside or console, under 20 cm keeps the look clean. - Dimming & Memory Function.
Touch continuous dimming or (3–5 steps) is now standard. Bonus points if it remembers your last brightness setting when you switch it back on. - Colour Temperature (Kelvin).
2200K–2400K = candle-like romance.
2700K = warm, flattering home glow.
3000K = crisp, modern feel Adjustable
2200K–3000K wins every time in Singapore. - Battery Life.
Minimum 10 hours on medium brightness. Top-tier models give 40–90 hours on the lowest setting — meaning you charge once a week, not every night. - Weight & Sturdiness.
It should be easy to carry. Yet sturdy enough to prevent toppling. - Charging Method.
USB-C is now universal and fast. Wireless charging bases look cleaner and convenient but cost more. - Material Quality & Durability.
Powder-coated aluminium + polycarbonate beats cheap plastic every time. Check for real metal (not plastic painted to look metallic) and proper UV resistance so colours don’t fade on the balcony. - Price vs Warranty vs After-Sales.
Insist on at least 2 years warranty and local after-sales support (replacement chargers, spare parts). A slightly higher price with proper warranty beats a cheap Amazon knock-off that dies after six months.
Run through this checklist the next time you’re shopping, and you’ll end up with a lamp that’s beautiful, tough enough for Singapore weather, and actually gets used every single day.