I bought this light because many reviewers were remarking about the brightness of the light.  Even the name says "Mighty Bright".  The light is not that bright.  The small size also demands that you mount it higher above the reading material as the "footprint" of the light is too small otherwise. I suppose it would work in a pinch if your were out in a tent somewhere and wanted to read a little but for long term home use it is pretty much unacceptable IMO.