Why brand name alone is not enough
Good brands still sell different grades, and unbranded bulbs can be fine or terrible. Compare the exact product: lumens, wattage, driver and warranty. Counterfeits copy popular names, so buy from reputable sellers.
Lumens per watt
Efficient LED bulbs deliver 90 to 130 lumens per watt. Divide the lumens on the box by watts to check. Very low figures suggest poor chips, and claims of impossible numbers suggest false labels.
CRI and colour
CRI shows how natural colours look, and 80 is acceptable while 90 is good for kitchens and make-up areas. Check colour temperature consistency across several bulbs, since cheap batches vary.
Driver quality and flicker
The driver converts mains power and decides flicker, lifespan and noise. Heavy heat sinks and neat internal parts suggest quality. Test flicker with a phone camera: visible bands suggest poor drivers.
Warranty and after-sales
Look for 1 to 3 years of warranty and ask who handles claims. Keep invoices and note batch codes. A warranty from a seller that may disappear is of little use.
Spotting fakes
Check printing quality, spelling, weight, serial numbers and packaging seals, and be wary of prices far below normal. Compare with a known genuine product if you can.
Price bands
These ranges show common retail figures and move with exchange rates.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Budget LED bulb, 9 W | PKR 80 - 200 |
| Mid-range quality LED bulb | PKR 200 - 400 |
| Premium branded LED bulb | PKR 400 - 900 |
| LED panel 2x2, 36 to 40 W | PKR 1,800 - 6,000 |
| LED tube 4 ft | PKR 400 - 1,200 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Neutral buying checklist
Check lumens and watts, CRI, colour temperature, driver type, warranty and return policy, and test one before buying many. Wiring and installation should be done by a qualified electrician, with power switched off at the breaker and the circuit rating checked first.
Before you decide
Compare lumens per watt, CRI, drivers and warranty rather than names alone. Ask the seller for the box specification, lumens and warranty in writing and test a sample before buying the full quantity. Compare at least two quotes on the same model and specification, check the wattage, lumens, colour temperature and warranty on the box, keep the invoice and test the product before paying in full. Ask the seller about the return policy for faulty items and whether spare parts or replacement bulbs are available, and photograph the packaging on delivery. Prices change with exchange rates and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide, and be careful with very low prices on unbranded products with exaggerated wattage claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
A mix of international names, local makers and unbranded imports, and this guide does not rank them. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
By lumens per watt, CRI, driver quality and warranty. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Indicative retail rates run from about PKR 80 to 900 per bulb depending on quality. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Check print quality, weight, serial numbers and price. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
No, this is a neutral guide. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Yes, we supply across Pakistan. Share the quantity, the size or rating and the place of use on WhatsApp. You get a written rate with the exact model, what is included and the warranty, ready to compare with any other seller. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.