The 5 Best Recessed Lights (2021 Review)

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Each light fixture in this Ensenior pack can last for up to 50,000 hours, providing you with years of light.

– Has housing that’s made from lightweight and durable aluminum
– Available in multiple light colors and housing sizes
– Can be in contact with ceiling

Six-Inch Dimmable Slim LED Lights

– Has the most expensive per-fixture price in this review
– Criticized for not being the advertised size

Best for small spaces

TORCHSTAR

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Coming in a six-pack, these dimmable LED lights are best for small spaces.

– Each light has a lifespan of 36,000 hours
– Has corrosion- and rust-resistant aluminum housing
– Has an Energy Star certification for being energy-efficient

Ultra-Thin LED Recessed Ceiling Lights

– Criticized by some for failing shortly after installation
– Some customers said that it wasn’t safe to touch insulation like the manufacturer advertised

Best power savings

Amico

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These recessed ceiling lights use minimal power but have a substantial output of 1,050 lumens.

– Works with most dimmers on the market
– Comes in multiple trim colors to match your room’s decor
– Fits into a small two-inch ceiling space

Dimmable Recessed Downlights

– Criticized for generating electromagnetic interference
– Sometimes flickered and flashed according to customers

Best baffle trim

Sunco Lighting

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With adjustable baffle trim, these Sunco lights can be reshaped to fit ceiling holes of different sizes.

– Comes in other quantities
– Includes an E26 adapter to use with different bulbs
– Works in damp locations

Six-Inch Slim LED Downlights

– Noted by some that the parts didn’t fit together easily
– Criticized for having a poor instructions manual

Best for large spaces

Sunco Lighting

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These recessed ceiling lights come in a 24-pack to cover large spaces or multiple small or medium spaces.

– Uses thermal protection to prevent overheating
– Doesn’t emit harmful UV rays
– Comes with a seven-year warranty