LED grow lights are renowned for their efficiency and great PAR spectrum (Photosynthetic Active Radiation), which is the light spectrum that plants use for growth. They’re often cheaper in the long run compared to other grow lights. In the chart below are 10 of the best LED grow lights based on their efficiency, value for money and customer ratings.
TaoTronics TT-GL05 | Advanced Platinum Series DS200 | TaoTronics TT-GL20 | Apollo GL60LED | Apollo GL80X5LED | |
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LED Bulbs | - 35 x Red 620-630nm - 5 x Blue 450-460nm - 5 x Orange 610-615nm | - 100 x Red, Infrared, Blue, Ultraviolet, Orange & White 380 / 415 / 440 / 460 / 480 / 615 / 630 / 660 / 720 / 740 / 760nm | - 3 x Red 660nm - 6 x Red 620-630nm - 3 x Blue 460nm | - 60 x Red, Infrared, Blue & White 430 / 475 / 620 / 630 / 660 / 730nm | - 80 x Red, Infrared, Blue & White (6500k) 430 / 475 / 620 / 630 / 650 / 660 / 730nm |
Lifespan | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 - 80,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs |
Power | 90W | 300W | 12W | 180W | 400W |
Socket Type | AC 85V - 264V | AC 85 - 260V | E27 | AC | AC 85-265V |
Input Current | 630mA | N/A | 300mA | N/A | N/A |
Frequency | 50/60 HZ | N/A | 50/60 HZ | N/A | N/A |
Recommended Height | More than 3ft (1m) | 8 - 48" Depending on Plant Type | 1.6ft - 5ft | N/A | N/A |
Total Coverage Area | 2 sq.ft | 4.5ft x 3.8ft @ 18" height | 2.7 - 10 sq.ft | 4 - 5 sq.ft | 2.5 - 3 sq.ft |
Contents | - TaoTronics TT-GL05 - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - Advanced Platinum
Series DS200 - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - TaoTronics TT-GL20 - User Manual | - Apollo
GL60LED - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - Apollo
GL80X5LED - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual |
Dimensions | 10.75" (diameter) x 2.75" | 19" x 9" x 3" | 6.2" x 5.1" x 4.9" | 10.5" diameter | 13.2" x 13.2" x 3.75" |
Weight | 5.2 lbs | 14 lbs | 8.5 oz | N/A | N/A |
Warranty | 1 year | 3 years | 1 year | 2 years | 2 years |
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Apollo GL45LED | TaoTronics TT-GL21 | TaoTronics TT-GL14 | TaoTronics TT-GL17 | Apollo GL100LED | |
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LED Bulbs | - 45 x Red & Blue 460/610/630/730nm | - 17 x Red 660nm - 5 x Red 620-630nm - 3 x Blue 450nm | - 80 x Red, Infrared, Blue, Ultraviolet & White (12000k) 380/425/630/660nm | - 2 x Infrared 730-850nm - 39 x Red 630-660nm - 6 x Blue 460nm - 2 x Ultraviolet 400nm - 3 x Warm White 3000k - 3 x Cool White 6500k | - 45 x Red, Infrared, Blue & White 430-475/620-630/660/730nm |
Lifespan | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs | 50,000 hrs |
Power | 135W | 50W | 240W | 165W | 300W |
Socket Type | AC | AC 85 - 265V | AC | AC | AC |
Input Current | N/A | 600mA | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Frequency | N/A | 50/60 Hz | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Recommended Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Total Coverage Area | 4 sq.ft | N/A | 6 sq.ft | 6 sq.ft | 6 - 9 sq.ft |
Contents | - Apollo
GL45LED - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - TaoTronics TT-GL21 - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - TaoTronics TT-GL14 - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - TaoTronics TT-GL17 - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual | - Apollo
GL100LED - Power Cord - Hanging Kit - User Manual |
Dimensions | 10.5" diameter | 6.89" (diameter) x 2.36" | 15.8" x 2.4" x 8.4" | 15.7" x 2.4" x 8.3" | 15.75" x 8.20" x 2.5" |
Weight | N/A | 8.5 oz | 6.9 lbs | 8.8 lbs | N/A |
Warranty | 2 years | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 2 years |
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If you know little to nothing about about LED grow lights, I recommend that you read this article here. Also, here are some tips and information on LEDs.
- LEDs are typically more efficient than other forms of grow lights, therefore, energy consumption is less which saves you money on your electricity bills.
- The reduction in the amount of produced heat also provides you with big savings.
- It’s not unusual to see plants complete their growth earlier yet provide you with a larger yield.
- Construction and design of LED grow lights are more flexible because each LED bulb (light emitting diode) has a different spectrum.
- All LED grow lights should have at least one cooling fan or a cooling mechanism to reduce heat.
- An LED grow light can be suitable for any and all stages of plant growth, especially models with a wide PAR spectrum.
- For an LED to be powerful and efficient, each bulb needs to be at least 2 or 3 watts, with 3 being the recommended wattage output.
- They can be used exclusively to grow your plants or as a support light in conjunction with your other grow lights.
Make sure that you choose an LED grow light produced by a reputable brand because those manufacturers test their LED bulbs vigorously to ensure that they are reliable and will last as long as their stated lifespan. Avoid buying generic brands with no iron-clad warranty as it’s common for their LEDs to blow out in a fairly short space of time.
The LED grow lights in the table above are all from reputable brands who have extensive experience in research, design and manufacturing LEDs. Their high ratings and positive customer feedback speaks for themselves. The only question is which model is suitable for you? That depends on how many plants you’re growing and whether you’re using it as a support grow light or exclusive grow light.