Was very undecided and know myself not really with lamps. I've read some reviews and built just look at the comments. My ancient kitchen light bulb 60 Watt has given up the ghost, and therefore needed a new one. I am pleasantly surprised. The light is really very soft and comfortable. There is no pre-heating etc. just turn on the light switch and already shines my cuisine in a pleasant very warm light. I can not say anything yet about durability. The LED lamp is now about 1 month in use.