Remember, you can factor in both the replacement costs as well as the energy savings. Together, LED lamps just make sense. Compact fluorescent bulbs were supposedly the bomb - pushed by the government ...

To compare apples to apples, I tested only LED bulbs that aim to replicate the classic 60-watt/800 lumen incandescent bulb. A little spec-splaining: Watts measure energy use, lumens measure ...

See how to replace a recessed light bulb with an LED one from the Dalton Do-It Center.

Plus, the near-infinite palate of LED colors allows GE to emulate its traditional Reveal and Soft White hues. Meanwhile, another company, Philips, is integrating LED bulbs into connective technology.