BenQ ScreenBar Pro LED Monitor Light Bar (Black) - Ultrawide Lighting, Motion Sensor, Adjustable Brightness/Color Temperature, Eye-Care USB-C Monitor lamp, No Glare, Curved Monitors, Monitor accessory

My office isn't well-lit. For years, I've been using a desk lamp, which is essential for reading and writing, but my desk isn't huge and the lamp reduces the amount of useable workspace. Amazon somehow sensed my frustration and suggested this BenQ monitor light bar. The price ($120) seemed a bit high for what you get, but I figured I'm not just getting a light, I'm freeing up space which will really be useful almost every time I need to work at my desk. So I bit the bullet and ordered one. I've been using it for a month now, and I really love it. Setup was easy and fast. All the controls are on the top of the light bar and they're touch controls. It's easy to adjust the brightness and the color temperature (warm vs. cool light) to your exact liking. There is no learning curve, everything just works, you don't have to think about it or read a manual. It has a feature that turns the light on whenever it senses movement within a couple feet. Practically, it turns the light on when I sit down at my desk and turns it off about 10 or 15 minutes after I leave. I love that it's powered by USB-C, rather than batteries you have to replace when they wear out. Like many monitors, mine has extra USB-C ports for peripherals, but the ports also provide power to accessories like this light. Okay, so why should you consider NOT buying this? Simple: Amazon sells other monitor light bars that do almost everything this one does for half the price (or less). I decided to get a second monitor light bar for my office at work, and I was about to buy another one of these. But the Amazon algorithm showed me other monitor light bars that cost less, by a brand called Quntis. They make a variety, ranging from $40 to $70. I bought a 20" wide Quntis model for $55. For me, the Quntis has one disadvantage. Almost all of their models, including the one I bought, has a separate remote controller that's about the size and shape of a hockey puck. And it uses 3 AA batteries (included in the package, thankfully). I strongly prefer the all-in-one operation of the more expensive BenQ. My desk gets pretty cluttered, and things on my desk sometimes get misplaced. Without the Quntis remote, you simply cannot use the light bar. Also, the adjustments to brightness and color temperature have only four levels; with the BenQ, it's easy to dial in the exact brightness and temperature you want. Looking at the user reviews of the Quntis light bars, many people say they like the separate remote. You might, too. Hardly anyone complains about the lack of fine adjustments to brightness and color temperature that you get with the BenQ but not the Quntis. I really can't recommend spending $120 for the BenQ when for $55-ish you can get a Quntis that does practically everything the BenQ does, with very minor compromises that most people can life with. That said, I'm not sending my BenQ back to get a refund and buy another Quntis.

This light bar really exceeded my expectations. It fits seamlessly on my 34” curved Dell monitor, and the silver color blends in perfectly, sleek, clean, and not distracting at all. It’s also super lightweight, so it doesn’t feel bulky or awkward up top. What really impressed me is the mounting design. It uses these soft rubber “clamps” (for lack of a better word) that grip the monitor really well without damaging or scratching anything. It feels secure, even on a curved screen, and doesn’t budge once in place. I’m powering it straight through a USB-C port on my monitor, so no need for wall adapters or extra cables cluttering the desk. The lighting itself is excellent, fully adjustable brightness and color temp, with a nice downward angle that avoids glare completely. I was worried it might feel harsh or distracting, but it’s the exact opposite. Super comfortable, even after hours of use. Bonus features like the motion sensor and webcam mounting clip just round it out. Thoughtful details all around. If you’ve got a curved monitor and want a clean, functional lighting upgrade, this one nails it.

I also own the Halo version of this light that I use in my office, which is pretty fantastic, but this one is even better if you don't need the backlight from the Halo, and don't care about having the wireless remote control. Like the other BenQ ScreenBar lights, the light output is extremely well controlled and of fantastic optical quality if you care about things like color accuracy and brightness and not casting light onto your monitor illuminating any spec of dust that might be on it. This one is both brighter, as well as provides slightly improved color rendering even compared to the already fantastic ScreenBar Halo and other previous generation products. The motion detection feature is also a really nice addition, which partly makes up for not having the remote control puck since you only have to set it to what you want to use it at and then enable the motion detection mode and forget it. The implementation is even thoughtful enough that you can either walk away and let it turn itself off after 5 minutes, or tap the power icon to turn it off immediately, in which case it temporarily disables the motion detection for 30 seconds so you can step away from your computer before it re-enables the sensor again to turn back on automatically when you return. Little things like this don't seem like a big deal, but they just make using the product that much simpler and more pleasant than not having it, and over the long haul, that kind of little thing really adds up. This one makes it clear, like the previous models, why BenQ currently seems to lead the market with these monitor mounted desk lights. I wouldn't use anything else, and I'll never be without one again - it's just that much of an improvement over all the alternatives I've tried, from desk lamps and table lamps, to floor lamps, improved room lights, and competing monitor lights. BenQ monitor lights have their high ratings for a good reason. EDIT: I see one review mentioned the power button not being illuminated when the light is off. This is true, but to work around this to some extent, the power button is on the right side of the control panel in the middle of the light, and it's touch sensitive. This means you can just touch the right half of the light and slide your finger left towards the center and when you reach the power button, the light will turn on without you needing to know exactly where the button is. This may help other owners who have the same issue but otherwise like the quality of the light.

Honestly it's hard to understand how great this thing is without seeing its light output in person. It lights up a very large area around my monitor with bright, even light, and because of where it sits on the monitor, there are almost never shadows getting in the way of whatever you're trying to read/see/etc. I can't recommend it enough. It's definitely not cheap, but I do think it's worth it. The only thing I'd change is that I do wish the cable were a removable USB-C cable instead of a captive one. That way you could use the cable length of your choice, swap it if damage occurs, etc. Other than that, I really do think it's perfect. This came out a couple days after I'd just bought the original Screen Bar, before that one was even delivered. I was curious what the difference would be so ordered this too, planning to compare them and keep whichever one I liked better. This one is dramatically better. The light is brighter, the motion sensing is cool, and, most importantly to me, the interface is dramatically improved. The original had brightness and color temp buttons that you clicked to cycle through, but there was no indicator to show you what 'step' of the color/brightness scale you were at, so it was hard to go to a specific setting reliably. This one makes it easy with the scale, and the favorite button is a great feature. Also, the whole design just looks a little better imo, and I think the weight design is improved and less awkward. I didn't feel great about buying this in the moment because of the price, but I can't imagine going back to a regular lamp now.

When I first looked at this screen bar, I wasn't to sure about it. I was used to having a wireless remote for my previous model, which allowed me to manually turn it on and off. The idea of a sensor that activates when I approached the computer and shuts off when I left made me uneasy. I was concerned about having to reach up to the top of my monitor to control it or adjust the settings. However, I can say that this screen bar is fantastic. The sensor activates the moment I sit down, and it stays on for a few seconds after I leave, making it incredibly convenient. This feature has proven to be great, allowing me to enjoy seamless operation without needing to touch anything manually. Plus, it frees up space on my desk since there's no remote to clutter my workspace. In as for as value, it outperforms my previous model in both functionality and design. It fits snugly on my monitor, unlike some other bars that tend to sit awkwardly. The installation process was straightforward, and overall, I have no complaints. If you're considering a screen bar, I highly recommend giving this one a try.

Pros: I tried 5 different monitor light bars before this one. I tried cheap ones and moderately priced ones. A couple were good, but I still felt like they were struggling to light up my desk fully. I finally caved and bought this one. Oh. My. Goodness. The difference is literally night and day. It is SO bright compared to the cheeper alternatives out there. I don't necessarily agree with the price, but the quality is surely far superior than the alternatives. I do like the motion sensor feature as well as the auto brightness. They work well and are useful! The motion sensor is especially nice during the day, but it's given me quite a shock during the middle of the night if I forget to turn it off Cons: My only real con with this has to do with the motion sensor and auto brightness. Like I said above, they work great. However, when you have both enabled, the light will turn on, turn off, and then turn on again. I reached out to BenQ support, and they informed me this is normal and that the light is determining the correct brightness. I don't have this issue if I one or the other of these features enabled, but I do have the problem when both are turned on together. It's not the end of the world, but it does get a bit annoying when it happens every time the light turns on via the motion sensor. I could just set the light to a specific brightness, but the auto brightness feature is also really nice to have enabled. I was hoping BenQ support would have a solution to this, but this is just, unfortunately, a characteristic of the product. Conclusion: Basically, I think it's a bit overpriced, but it absolutely is heads and shoulders above every other light I tried. At the end of the day, I'd rather just buy a superior product and pay a little more for it. I just wish it wasn't *that* much more.

BenQ definitely makes the best monitor light bar out there, for the premium price that is. Just started to build my setup and decided to get a monitor light for it and I personally think it looks great. Extremely easy to set up, you just use the clip on the light bar to clip onto your monitor. It’s very light weight and stable, even if I shake my table the light bar stays right in place. The light comes with a night light setting as well as easy brightness adjusters and such. There is NO RGB for any enthusiasts out there, so it integrates better into minimalist designs that you’ll see a lot more of nowadays. My monitor is a Samsung Odyssey 32” G80sd OLED if anyone has the same monitor I definitely recommend it. I tested it with other monitors such as other Samsung odyssey models as well as most Asus monitors, it fits fine. ONE MAJOR PROBLEM would be if you have a monitor with one of those big circles on the back or anything that obstructs the clip from clipping on sturdily. Other from that I think it’s a beautiful monitor light, totally worth the price. If you’re looking for more affordable options under the $100 margin a possible substitute could be the light bar from XIAOMI ($~65)

I own two for myself and one for my wife and this is the perfect device. A well lit workspace, screen and keyboard improve your computer user experience and you’ll never go without again. This one has great features: motion-sensor on/off, color and brightness adjustments, and self-adjusting light. The simple, easily reached controls make this the best monitor light available.

Rien à voir avec la qualité médiocre de la compétition: - bonne stabilité et adaptabilité - détection de mouvement: s'éteint quand on ne l'utilise pas, énorme plus par rapport aux autres modèles - ajustement automatique en fonction de la lumière ambiante - retient les réglages avec possibilité de sauvegarder un favori - éclaire parfaitement le bureau sans illuminer l'écran: l'angle est réglable La perception de ce qui est cher varie selon les points de vue; difficile à dire si ce produit vaut vraiment presque 3 fois le prix de la compétition. Cependant la qualité est amplement au rendez vous et après avoir renvoyé 2 autres articles similaires bien moins chers, c'est au final celui ci que je garderais.

Ich arbeite viel im Homeoffice und habe lange nach einer Lösung gesucht, um meinen Arbeitsplatz optimal auszuleuchten, ohne dabei wertvollen Platz auf dem Schreibtisch zu verlieren. Die BenQ ScreenBar Pro war für mich ein echter Gamechanger – hier meine ehrliche Einschätzung nach einigen Wochen täglicher Nutzung. Erster Eindruck & Verarbeitung - Die ScreenBar Pro wirkt hochwertig und modern. Das matte Schwarz passt zu jedem Setup. - Die Montage ist super einfach: Die schmale, patentierte Klammer sitzt stabil auf dem Monitor, Eine Webcam lässt sich recht gut „oben drauf“ stellen – perfekt für Video-Calls, weil man selbst auch gut ausgeleuchtet wird. - Alle Bedienelemente sind direkt an der Lampe angebracht und reagieren zuverlässig auf Berührung. Beleuchtung & Funktionalität - Die Lichtleistung ist beeindruckend: Mit bis zu 1.000 Lux in der Mitte und einer großflächigen Ausleuchtung (bis zu 115 x 60 cm) ist der gesamte Arbeitsbereich optimal beleuchtet – kein Vergleich zu einer klassischen Schreibtischlampe. - Besonders angenehm: Das Licht blendet nicht, erzeugt keine störenden Reflexionen auf dem Monitor und ist augenschonend – gerade bei langen Bildschirmzeiten ein echter Pluspunkt. - 16 Helligkeitsstufen und 8 verschiedene Farbtemperaturen lassen sich individuell einstellen. Von warmem Licht für entspannte Abendstunden bis zu kühlem Licht für konzentriertes Arbeiten. - Der Bewegungssensor ist im Alltag super praktisch: Die Lampe schaltet sich automatisch ein, sobald ich am Schreibtisch sitze, und nach ein paar Minuten Abwesenheit wieder aus – das spart Energie und ist einfach komfortabel. Persönliche Erfahrungen im Homeoffice - Ich habe die ScreenBar Pro sowohl an einem flachen als auch an einem Curved-Monitor getestet – sie passt bei beiden problemlos und sitzt stabil. - Besonders in dunklen Wintermonaten oder bei langen Abenden am Rechner ist das gleichmäßige, blendfreie Licht eine echte Wohltat für die Augen. - Die Lieblingsfunktion: Ich habe mir einen Modus mit etwas wärmerem Licht gespeichert, der perfekt für Videokonferenzen ist – so sehe ich immer frisch aus, ohne künstlich ausgeleuchtet zu wirken. - Die Bedienung direkt an der Lampe ist intuitiv, auch wenn ich mir manchmal eine kleine Fernbedienung wünschen würde, um nicht immer zum Monitor greifen zu müssen. Kritikpunkte - Die Lampe ist nicht ganz günstig, aber die Investition lohnt sich für alle, die viel Zeit am Schreibtisch verbringen. - Der USB-C-Anschluss braucht etwas Platz hinter dem Monitor – bei sehr engen Setups sollte man das bedenken. - Wer eine Hintergrundbeleuchtung für den Raum sucht, sollte wissen: Die ScreenBar Pro leuchtet nur den Bereich vor dem Monitor aus, nicht dahinter. Fazit Für mich ist die BenQ ScreenBar Pro zu einem unverzichtbaren Begleiter im Homeoffice geworden. Sie sorgt für eine angenehme, augenschonende Beleuchtung, spart Platz und lässt sich flexibel anpassen. Wer viel am Schreibtisch arbeitet und Wert auf Komfort und Ergonomie legt, wird mit dieser Lampe sehr glücklich – klare Empfehlung für alle, die ihr Homeoffice auf das nächste Level heben möchten!

The product is expensive, but worth the money. You understand this clearly when you use it. Adaptive brightness adjustment and automatic switching on and off depending on your presence at your workplace are extremely convenient. A truly smart and technological device.

Ho acquistato la BenQ ScreenBar Pro LED (nera) e l’esperienza d’uso è stata complessivamente molto positiva, soprattutto in abbinamento al BenQ RD280U. Il primo aspetto che colpisce è la semplicità di montaggio: l’installazione richiede pochi secondi e la compatibilità con il RD280U è perfetta, con un fissaggio stabile e ben progettato. In più, se utilizzata con questo monitor, il LED Halo offre un’ulteriore fonte luminosa: insieme alla barra crea un’illuminazione della postazione davvero piacevole, in particolare nelle ore serali, migliorando comfort e percezione dello spazio. Ho apprezzato molto anche il sensore di rilevamento dei volti, che consente l’accensione automatica non appena ci si siede alla scrivania: una funzione pratica e ben implementata. È altrettanto comodo il fatto che si possa disattivare e passare alla gestione manuale accensione/spegnimento, a seconda delle preferenze. Dal punto di vista illuminotecnico, la luce è ben indirizzata sul piano di lavoro e non interferisce con la vista, anche nel mio caso con monitor rialzato. L’ampiezza di illuminazione è un altro punto di forza: copre in modo uniforme non solo l’area immediatamente davanti al monitor, ma anche oltre la scrivania, rendendo l’ambiente più omogeneo e riposante per gli occhi. Infine, avendo anche un monitor con schermo opaco, non ho riscontrato alcun riflesso: merito sia della finitura del display sia dell’angolazione con cui la luce viene emessa, che rimane efficace senza generare fastidi visivi. In sintesi, una lampada da monitor curata, funzionale e particolarmente consigliata a chi lavora molte ore al PC e desidera una postazione ben illuminata, senza riflessi e con automatismi realmente utili.

Amazing quality screen bar that provides perfect light coverage for my desk. Intuitive touch controls make it really easy to use and the different functions make it super versatile throughout the day. Even though it’s pricey compared to others it’s worth every penny