Question 1

Which is better, BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light or Echo Dot (5th Gen)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Echo Dot (5th Gen) scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light scored 8.3/10 and the Echo Dot (5th Gen) scored 8.8/10 in our Best Lighting for Knitting and Craft Projects 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light worth it over the Echo Dot (5th Gen)?

Accepted Answer

The BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light scores 8.3/10 while the Echo Dot (5th Gen) scores 8.8/10. The BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light is our "Best Adjustable Craft Light" pick in the Best Lighting for Knitting and Craft Projects 2026 category.

BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light vs Echo Dot (5th Gen): Which to Buy?