Lampdirect.nl | World Wide Lighting

What Lampdirect.nl | World Wide Lighting does

Lampdirect.nl, operating under WWL Holding with legal entity Any Lamp BV, is a Netherlands-based online specialty retailer of LED lighting products founded in 2009 and headquartered in Helmond, Noord-Brabant. The company sells more than 10,000 SKUs spanning LED lamps, LED fixtures, TL tubes, HID replacements, panels, downlights, high-bays, floodlights, outdoor/street lighting, LED strips, and accessories from tier-1 brands (Philips, Osram, Ledvance, Noxion) plus its own Bright Choice budget line. Its core technical positioning is 1-on-1 retro-fit LED replacement, allowing customers to substitute conventional lamps with LED units using identical bases and fittings, removing the need for fixture modification. The platform integrates a catalog, compatibility lists, lumen-to-watt and savings calculators, and content marketing on regulations such as NEN-EN 12464-1 and Dutch Energy Label C compliance for commercial buildings.

The business operates a hybrid B2B/B2C e-commerce model. Consumers transact through lampdirect.nl with publicly listed unit pricing, 24-hour business-day dispatch from a centralized Dutch warehouse, and warranties of 1-6 years included in the product price. For installers, companies, and government buyers, Lampdirect offers a separate 'Lampdirect Zakelijk' (Business) program with dedicated account managers, free product demonstrations, professional light calculations and drawings, custom quotes, and project-level procurement support. Revenue is generated entirely through product sales, with no disclosed subscription, service, or licensing model. Marketing is multi-channel: SEO-optimized catalog and blog content, email newsletters, Trustpilot (4.7 from 37,836 reviews), social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube), the Thuiswinkel Zakelijk quality certification, and trade-show participation including the Hong Kong Lighting Fair.

With 13 employees, no external funding, and a domestic Netherlands footprint, Lampdirect functions as a focused, bootstrapped specialist e-retailer rather than a venture-scaled platform. There is no evidence of recent M&A, leadership change, geographic expansion beyond the Netherlands, or proprietary technology development beyond standard e-commerce tooling.

Name

Lampdirect.nl | World Wide Lighting

Legal name

Any Lamp BV

Website

https://lampdirect.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lampdirect.nl is a Netherlands-based online specialty retailer (founded 2009, 13 employees) selling more than 10,000 LED lighting products from brands such as Philips, Osram, Ledvance, and Noxion to both B2C consumers and B2B installers and businesses, with 24-hour dispatch and dedicated account management for project work.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

LED Lighting Retail

akta.pro primary industry

Light Bulbs & Lamp Replacements Retail (LED, Smart Bulbs, Specialty) (CRAIAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Lighting Design Services (BPAHAKAJ)

Keywords

• LED lighting retail
• Retro-fit LED lamps
• Commercial lighting fixtures
• Online lighting store
• Residential LED bulbs

Headquarters

HQ city

Not specified

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (E-commerce): Lampdirect generates revenue through direct online sales of LED lamps, LED fixtures, conventional light sources, and accessories to businesses and consumers. Pricing varies per product category, with discounts available for business accounts, bulk orders, and installation professionals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lampdirect.nl is an online retailer of more than 10,000 LED lighting products, including LED lamps, LED fixtures, LED TL tubes, HID LED replacements, LED strips, outdoor/garden lighting, smart lighting, and design lamps from brands such as Philips, Osram, Ledvance, and Noxion. The company sells directly to both consumers and businesses/installers through its lampdirect.nl e-commerce store, with 24-hour dispatch from a Dutch warehouse, all-in warranty of up to 6 years, and professional services including light planning, drawings, and dedicated account management for larger projects.

Product overview

Lampdirect.nl is an online B2B and B2C lighting retailer offering over 10,000 LED lighting products. The portfolio centers on LED lamps (including E14, E27, GU10, and specialty formats), LED fixtures (panels, downlights, high-bays, rail spots, floodlights), LED tubes (T8, T5, T9), and outdoor lighting solutions. Key brands include Philips (TrueForce, CoreLine, Master, CorePro), Noxion, Ledvance, and Osram. The company provides professional services including light planning, savings calculators, and dedicated account management for installers and businesses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LED Lamps LED replacement lamps in various fittings (E14, E27, B15, B22, E40) for residential and commercial lighting applications.
• LED Spots LED spotlights in GU10, GU5.3 (MR16), G53 (AR111), and GU4 (MR11) formats for accent and directional lighting.
• LED PL Lamps LED replacements for compact fluorescent lamps, including PL-C, PL-L, PL-S, and PL-Q variants in 2-pin and 4-pin versions for commercial applications.
• LED Gas Discharge Lamps (HID) LED replacements for HID lamps including HPL, HQL, HPI, and SOX types for industrial, street, and high-bay lighting applications.
• LED Pin Lamps LED pin-based lamps in G9, G4, GY6.35, and R7s formats for specialty and decorative lighting applications.
• Decorative LED Lamps Decorative LED lamps including amber/gold, smoke, globe, Edison, and XXL filament variants for aesthetic interior lighting.
• LED TL Tubes LED fluorescent tube replacements in T8, T5, T9, and S14 formats in various lengths for commercial and industrial use.
• LED Panels LED panel fixtures in recessed and surface-mounted versions in sizes including 60x60cm, 30x120cm, 30x60cm, and 30x30cm for commercial ceiling installations.
• LED Recessed Spots LED recessed downlight fixtures with options for integrated LED, light-source-ready, dimmable, tiltable, waterproof, and black finishes.
• LED Downlights LED downlight fixtures available in regular, smart, surface-mounted, square, black, and CCT versions for commercial and residential ceilings.
• LED TL Fixtures LED linear fixtures including waterproof, integrated LED, connectable, and housing options for tube-based commercial and industrial lighting.
• LED Ceiling Lights LED ceiling-mounted fixtures including bulkhead options for residential and commercial ceiling applications.
• LED Rail Spots LED track lighting fixtures available in 1-phase and 3-phase configurations for retail and display lighting.
• LED High-Bays High-bay LED fixtures for industrial and warehouse applications requiring high mounting heights.
• LED Light Lines Continuous LED linear lighting systems for large commercial and industrial spaces.
• LED Emergency Lighting LED emergency and exit lighting fixtures for egress routes and emergency illumination in commercial buildings.
• LED Strips LED strip lighting including COB, SMD, RGBW, and RGBW + tunable white variants for accent and cove lighting.
• LED Floodlights LED floodlight fixtures for outdoor area, facade, sports field, and security lighting applications.
• Street Lighting LED street and road lighting fixtures for urban and municipal outdoor illumination.
• LED Outdoor Lighting Complete range of outdoor LED lighting including waterproof fixtures, sensor lights, security lights, and garden lighting.
• Garden Lighting Outdoor garden lighting solutions including path lights, ground spots, spike lights, solar lamps, and string lights.
• Smart Lighting Smart LED lighting products including smart bulbs and smart fixtures controllable via smart home platforms.
• Design Lamps Designer lighting fixtures including pendant lights, wall lamps, ceiling lights, table lamps, floor lamps, and portable lamps for residential aesthetics.
• LED Lighting Accessories LED dimmers, drivers, transformers, and starters sold as accessories for LED lamp and fixture installations.
• Professional Light Advice and Light Planning Customized lighting planning and design services including light calculations, drawings, and quotes for business projects and installers.
• Professional Account Services (Lampdirect Zakelijk) Dedicated account management, project support, free demonstrations, lighting design drawings, and special product procurement for installers and business customers.
• LED Savings Calculator and Planning Tools Online LED savings calculator and lumen-to-watt converter that helps customers estimate ROI and payback period when switching from conventional to LED lighting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy cost reduction of up to 70% compared to conventional lighting
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BeleuchtungDirekt: German online lighting retailer (part of the Lampenwelt group) specializing in LED products for residential and commercial buyers. Comparable breadth of SKU, brand portfolio, and B2B advisor-style positioning.
• 1000Bulbs.com: US online retailer of lamps, fixtures, and ballasts with a large SKU base and a mix of B2C and B2B/trade customers. Comparable SKU-breadth and customer-segmentation model, but serving a different geography (US vs NL/EU).
• Light24: German online lighting specialist with a broad LED lamp and fixture catalog from major brands. Closest geographic analog to Lampdirect in terms of e-commerce-led LED retail model and B2B project support, useful proxy for DACH expansion thesis.
• LED Hut: UK-based online LED lighting retailer selling lamps, fixtures, and accessories to both consumers and trade customers. Direct peer in the online LED-first retail model with a comparable retro-fit and energy-savings value proposition.
• Lampenonline.nl: Dutch online lighting retailer offering a wide range of LED lamps, fixtures, and smart lighting for both consumers and businesses. Direct head-to-head competitor in the same Dutch e-commerce lighting category with comparable brand portfolio and B2B focus.

Broad incumbents

• Ledvance: Global lighting company (Osram-branded consumer and professional LED) that supplies Lampdirect and operates its own B2B and e-commerce channels. Comparable product breadth in lamps, tubes, and fixtures, with both supplier and DTC overlap.
• EGLO Leuchten: Austrian lighting manufacturer and retailer with a broad residential and outdoor LED portfolio sold across Europe. Overlaps Lampdirect in decorative, outdoor, and standard fixture categories, with a more design-led and brand-owned positioning.
• Nordlux: Scandinavian lighting manufacturer/retailer with a wide LED indoor and outdoor assortment sold across Northern and Western Europe. Comparable retail distribution model and category overlap, particularly in decorative and outdoor fixtures.
• Signify (Philips Lighting): Global lighting major and owner of the Philips lighting brand — one of Lampdirect's most important supplier brands. Operates its own direct online channels and smart-lighting ecosystems (Hue, CoreLine), making it both a key partner and a structural disintermediation risk.
• Paulmann: German lighting manufacturer with a strong direct and online retail presence across residential and commercial LED. Sells both own-brand and partner products through its own channels, representing a potential dual competitor and supplier relationship.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCaM6XswYsRflSXGbU6RXBFg
• Facebookfacebook.com/Lampdirect.nl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lampdirectnl
• Instagraminstagram.com/lampdirect.nl

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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