This booklight is bright (but doesn't make the rest of the room too light) and easy to position, and attractive. The base seems a bit clunky (large) but I suppose it can't get much smaller and still have room for the batteries. Definitely good for the price! ($9.89) Probably would make a good gift for people. And I can see this being used for travel, though I'm sure some company also makes sleeker and tinier (and more expensive) "travel booklights". (This is already pretty small though!)