LED vs Incandescent: What to Look for When Buying
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LEDs save power, but they differ in color, brightness and quality.
The key points
- Compare brightness in lumens, not watts.
- Warm white for living spaces, cool white for kitchens and workspaces.
- Only use dimmable bulbs with a compatible dimmer.
- Check lifetime and color-rendering claims.
Recommended product
LED Light Bulbs Multipack
Modern LED bulbs use far less electricity than incandescent lamps and usually last much longer.
Bottom line
The step you will probably feel first: compare brightness in lumens, not watts. Start with one point, check the result after a few weeks, then build on your plan.