Rating review of the 10 best LED lamps

The correct tools are essential for accomplishing a perfect manicure or pedicure. The LED lamp is one of the most important supplies for both pros and do-it-yourself nail enthusiasts. It can be difficult to decide which of the numerous options will provide the best results without breaking the bank.

We’ve listed the top 10 LED lamps available right now in this article. Regardless of your preference for an expensive or affordable solution, we have both. Every lamp has been meticulously chosen, taking into account customer feedback, longevity, and performance.

Continue reading to find out which LED lights are the best and which ones will help you accomplish salon-caliber nails at home.

Rank	LED Lamp
1	SunUV 48W
2	NailStar Professional
3	MelodySusie 54W
4	Abody 72W
5	OPI Dual Cure
6	Makartt 48W
7	Gelish Harmony 18G
8	Essie Gel Couture
9	DeepDream 48W
10	Le Mini Macaron

Some tips for choosing a lamp

1. Focus on the number of clients. This factor becomes decisive in terms of the device power. The higher the power indicator, the faster the polymerization of the coating. High drying speed affects the average procedure time and the number of clients per working day;
2. Take a closer look at brands that produce manicure products. Their devices are designed taking into account the specifics of the work – they are equipped with touch control, a timer and have a more durable design;
3. The presence of additional functions. At first glance, it seems that their presence is not necessary, but in fact, they simplify the work of the master. The touch sensor will help you not to be distracted by starting the timer, and the built-in battery is indispensable for frequent trips to clients, where the outlet may be inconveniently located;
4. For professional use, purchase devices with a guarantee of at least 6 months, this will protect you from possible factory defects and save you from additional expenses.

TNL Professional LED lamp 18W – 10th place

The smallest and least expensive polymerization lamp has been introduced by a South Korean company. The device’s 18 W of power is sufficient for the majority of manicure supplies. Even with the Professional prefix, this kind of device is not very strong in a beauty salon, but it works really well at home for nail art:

1. Timer – 30 sec.
2. Drying time – 30-60 seconds depending on the thickness of the product.
3. Price – from 500 to 1000 rubles.

Benefits

1. Compactness. The dimensions of the dryer are 14 * 5 * 4 cm.
2. Ease of use – there is only one button on the body, which turns on the lamp and immediately starts the timer.
3. Large selection of colors.

Drawbacks:

1. Short cable for connection to the network – only 1 meter.
2. Excessive simplicity, which makes the device unattractive for use in salons.

ORLY 480 FX – 9th place

For all gels and systems bearing the "led" label, the renowned Orly brand has a model in its repertoire that is ideal. With its meager 13 W of power, the device isn’t ideal for a high client flow.

A great choice for use at home or in offices with one to two clients per day:

1. Price – 6,000 – 8,000 rubles.
2. Timer – 10,20,30 sec;
3. Average drying time – 20-40 sec.

Benefits

1. Removable bottom with magnetic fastener.
2. Rubberized feet to prevent slipping.

Drawbacks:

1. High price for a power of 13 W;
2. No motion sensor.

Color Club 32W – 8th place

Color Club, an American manufacturer of professional devices for salons and manicure rooms, offers a stylish design. Moreover, the gadget doesn’t need to be connected to the electrical grid in order to function off of its internal battery. When operating for one day with a load of four to five people, the battery charge is sufficient:

1. Timer – 5,15,30,60 sec.
2. Average drying time – 15-30 sec. Time increases depending on the material.

Benefits

1. Removable bottom with magnets.
2. Ability to work without connecting to the network.
3. Stylish design.

Drawbacks:

1. If the battery discharges during operation, you can use the device even with a network connection only after it is fully charged – 2-3 hours.
2. The matte finish does not dry, or hardens into noticeable stripes.

Kodi LED 9W – 7th place

The power is only 9 W, even though the manufacturer is a reputable brand of manicure supplies. This is sufficient for polymerization, but it takes longer to dry than 35 W.

Ideal for a tiny manicure salon or for use at home:

1. Chemicalization time – 30 – 90 sec depending on the type and manufacturer of the product.
2. Warranty – 1 year.
3. Timer – 30, 60, 90 sec.
4. Price – 3500 rubles.

Benefits

• compact. Size without packaging – 20*11*8 cm;

Drawbacks:

1. No tray.
2. Insufficient power for a number of procedures, such as nail extensions.

ruNail LED A-18 – 6th place

An inexpensive, 18 W device made in Russia. Ideal for use with harder materials like modeling gels as well as liquid ones. featuring a retractable bottom and an audible signal to let you know when the polymerization is finished:

Benefits

1. Low price.
2. Presence of a top retractable cover to protect eyes from bright light.

Drawbacks:

1. Too sharp and loud sound signal at the end of the cycle, which cannot be turned off or adjusted.
2. Does not dry complex and bright colors well – white, black, red.

Although the low power of the device deters nail artists with a high clientele from using it at home, the manufacturer guarantees that it is suitable for both salon and home use.

Solomeya LED Ultra 18W Lamp – 5th place

A motion-activated device that reacts to the presence of a hand in the drying cavity and the room. It is utilized at homes as well as in beauty parlors. Although the manufacturer states that the device has 18 W of power, it actually has 54 W of power due to the 18 built-in bulbs, each of which has a power of 3 W:

1. Made in the UK.
2. Average drying time – 10-30 sec.
3. Timer – 5,20,30 sec.
4. Price – about 8500 rubles.

Benefits

1. High polymerization speed.
2. Removable magnetic bottom.

Drawbacks:

• users have found frequent failures in the timer, which switches off early or, conversely, restarts. This drawback is a manufacturing defect, so it is replaced by the seller under warranty.

Gelish Harmony Led Lamp 6G – 4th place

The lamp is outfitted with six 5 W LED bulbs from the American manufacturer Gelish. Device power in total: 30 W. Gelish gels and gel polishes polymerize quickly, but other brands’ drying products can be handled:

1. Average polymerization time – 10 – 30 sec.
2. Timer – 10.20 and 35 sec.
3. Price – about 20,000 rubles.

Benefits

1. Removable bottom on magnets.
2. Rubberized gasket in the place where the hand is located during drying.
3. The kit includes a stand for the lamp, which helps in the pedicure procedure.

Drawbacks:

• It is quite difficult to find Led Lamp 6G in Russian stores. Delivery from abroad is expensive, although the lamp can hardly be called cheap.

AKZENTZ LED compact Lamp – 3rd place

Luxio is part of the Canadian brand Akzentz, which consists of multiple businesses. Although the drying apparatus is made especially for the brand’s goods, experiments have shown that every LED component is polymerized inside the lamp:

1. Power – 18 Tue.
2. Material hardening time – 30-60 sec.
3. Timer – 5, 10 and 30 sec.
4. Price – 6000-8000 rubles.

Benefits

1. Removable bottom.
2. Combined control – there is a motion sensor and buttons to start the timer.

Drawbacks:

• hard to find on sale. Ordering is available through the official Akzentz website or its representatives in Russia.

OPI LED LIGHT STUDIO – 2nd place

The most potent lamp available today. Owing to its strength, it can dry densely textured products like gels for nail modeling and extension as well as basic gel polishes.

Consists of 32 integrated LED lights, a detachable bottom, and a plastic casing:

1. Power – 64 W.
2. Price – from 15,000 to 25,000 rubles.
3. Timer for 15, 30, 45 and 60 seconds.
4. Cyberization time – from 10 to 60 seconds. depending on the product.

Benefits

1. Touch control of operation.
2. Durable case made of plastic polymer.
3. Folding legs to increase the height of the lamp during the pedicure procedure.

Drawbacks:

Due to its performance, the lamp is appropriate for large salons with a lot of foot traffic. The OPI Led professional lamp 64 W is an analog of the lamp that shares many of the same features, but it is constructed of less expensive materials and lacks a bottom. The gadget costs between 6,000 and 9,000 rubles.

CND LED 36W – 1 place

The American company CND specializes in producing products related to manicures and pedicures, including lamps that use polymerization. Any manufacturer’s coatings are handled by the 36 W model with equal speed and quality:

1. Drying time – from 3 to 60 sec.
2. Price – from 17 to 25 thousand rubles.
3. Warranty – 12 months.

Benefits

1. Special mode for drying the top and base, preventing their excessive hardening. When the mode is activated, the lights start to blink.
2. Marking for hand placement.
3. Sound sensor for the end of drying.

Drawbacks:

1. Non-removable bottom.
2. The power cord bends at the junction with the plug when moving frequently.

No matter the size of the salon, nail artists love the CND lamp despite its small drawbacks. When used every day, the gadget should last five to ten years.

Although the market is moving away from LED lamps and toward hybrid ones, manufacturers are still offering a wide range of products at various price points. Which lamp do you use, too?

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One comment on “Rating review of the 10 best LED lamps”

Natalia

Tiny black accent lamp. Advantages that are immediately apparent: small and stylish. Cons: Could not handle the Kodi with the velvet top. Testing one day while at work. Gel polishes by Luxio dry quickly.

The results of your manicure or pedicure can vary greatly depending on the LED lamp you select. You can be sure that the lamps in our top 10 list are the ideal match for your requirements because they have been carefully chosen based on their functionality, robustness, and user-friendliness.

Whether you work as a professional nail technician or are just a home enthusiast, one of the lamps on this list will satisfy your needs. Each of these lamps offers something different, such as fast curing times or ergonomic designs, to make your nail care routine more effective and pleasurable.

To achieve salon-quality nails at home, you must purchase a high-quality LED lamp. You can select a lamp with confidence that will enable you to consistently achieve stunning, long-lasting results by using the options we’ve reviewed.

It’s important to strike the ideal balance between quality, efficiency, and user-friendliness when selecting an LED lamp for manicures and pedicures. In order to assist you in choosing an LED lamp that meets your needs and budget, this article evaluates the top 10 models available on the market and provides information on each one’s functionality, longevity, and ease of use.

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