A bright rear display makes adjusting brightness and exact colour temperature a breeze, while a set of included diffusion filters let you soften the light to taste. Alternatively, if you use an external microphone like the Rode Videomic Pro, the light can simply slide right over the top of it. READ NEXT: Our pick of the best selfie sticks How to choose the best ring light for you What is a ring light? As you’d expect from a larger light, the Elgato provides a soft, shadow-free look along with bright halo catchlights. Ring lights cover a wide range of creative ground and so you’ll find a lot of options to choose from.

Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Ring lights can illuminate a subject from multiple sides, which results in a pleasing, well-lit appearance, free of harsh shadows – a look that is generally flattering on faces.The Equatech Ring Light is described as a “10-inch LED desktop light with phone holder” and offers three colour modes and comes with its own tripod stand. It may be worth taking the ratings advertised by cheaper lights with a pinch of salt but, in general, anything with a CRI of 90 or more should be fine for photo and video work. The light features a clamp so you can mount it directly on your laptop, monitor, or the edge of your desk with no need for an additional stand. It's perfect for creating content for your social media channels, taking the perfect image or simply having fun with your friends.

If you plan on using your ring light with a smartphone or digital camera then you may want to check whether any mounts are included. You’ll find a range of brightnesses on offer, and the ideal option will be determined by how you plan to use your light. Overall, however, for the money, and with a stand, smartphone holder and carry case all included, this is a well-rounded, useful piece of kit. Small, lightweight and with a range of mounting options, Rotolight’s LED Ring Light Kit is a great option for vloggers and content creators on the move. Sign up to our Record Money newsletter and get the top stories sent to your inbox daily from Monday to Friday, including a special cost of living edition on a Thursday - sign up here.Once set up it can then be angled to suit, and can be plugged directly into your computer’s USB port, which keeps messy cable runs to a minimum. Larger ring lights will, in general, provide a more flattering look as the larger light source is better able to surround you or your subject.