It always seems we want a lamp exactly where there’s no outlet to plug into, doesn’t it? But lighting your home for mood and ambience is no longer limited by power outlets and length of cords. Many of today’s best lamps need no outlet at all; they’re wireless, battery-powered, and often rechargeable for the ultimate in flexible lighting. Not to mention, cordless lamps are safer alternatives to candles during a power outage, and might even shave a dollar or two off your electric bill. 

With all this in mind, we’ve rounded up eight cordless lamps in a variety of styles to complement whatever design era you’re in. Read on for stylish options from Amazon, Wayfair, and Walmart, to level up your lighting situation without breaking the bank. 

Cordless Lamps That Blend Form and Function

Rosnek Bird Cordless Table Lamp

This adorable bird-shaped lamp comes with loads of spring charm and two ways to display it: either perched on tabletops or hung from the attached chain. The wood-look bird stands 6 inches high, dims and brightens with just a touch, and can run for a whole week on its dimmest setting. There’s even a spot atop the bird’s head to add essential oils for a cordless aromatherapy experience.

Mercer41 Clingmans Set of 2 Terrazzo Rechargeable Table Lamps

Glam art pieces by day and ambient lighting by night, this pair of terrazzo cube lamps are a sleek splurge shoppers love. When lit, a golden glow shines through translucent glass bits in each concrete cube. Each lamp dims and brightens with a tap, and the pair includes the USB-C cable for recharging. Mounted atop a gold-tone base, the lamps are beautiful both lit and unlit, shoppers said. 

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Cordless Table Lamp with Ribbed Glass Shade

A ribbed shade in smoky glass and brushed metal base make this battery-powered lamp easy to integrate into most any aesthetic. It’s full of delightful features shoppers love, like its vintage feel, easy portability, and the touch of glamour that elevates any space it’s in. We think this would make great mood lighting for bookcases, bar carts, dining tables, and more. 

Kakanuo Cordless Table Lamp 

Not all cordless lamps are so modern looking that they stick out like sore thumbs in traditional homes. This newly-released option on Amazon looks every bit like a classic table lamp, with its timeless candlestick styling, linen empire shade, and warm white light. This one though has no cord to hide and fully charges in just a few hours, with an impressive runtime of up to 40 hours. Shoppers have tapped it for mantels, buffets, bathrooms, and other spots where outlets aren’t always easily accessed.

George Oliver Dunn Cordless Lamp

This sleek pick toes the line between rustic and modern. It combines a matte metallic finish with a hammered dome shade, slender silhouette, and sturdy base, all in iron. The lamp stands 15 inches tall, has three brightness settings, recharges via USB, and is perfect for a desk, nightstand, or side table. Choose from an array of contemporary colors like white, bronze, putty, and pink. 

O’Bright Cordless LED Banker Lamp

For a more traditional style, consider this cordless version of the classic banker lamp. It features a graceful swan neck design, a 180-degree swiveling head for targeted task lighting, one-touch operation, and up to 120 hours of use on a single charge. The lamp is available in metal finishes, like antique brass and oil-rubbed bronze, as well as shade options including frosted white and jade green. 

Bojim Cordless LED Lamp

This delightfully minimalist mushroom lamp seamlessly fuses form and function. The shade itself pivots on a magnetic ball for a full 360-degree range of motion, then detaches completely from the base for easy charging with its included cable. Despite its delicate style, the lamp has a water resistance rating of IP54 for safe use outside, and shoppers said it’s sturdy and won’t tip, making it a luxe-looking choice for households with small children and pets.

JHY Design Set of 2 Patterned Metal Lamps

This pair of battery-powered lamps remind us so much of this solar lantern shoppers love to bring indoors. Cylindrical metal shades are perforated with geometric spirals, and when lit, bathe spaces in romantic warm light and beautiful pattern play. “I am trying to get more ambient mood light in my living room, and these are perfect,” per one five-star reviewer.