Although LED grow lights are warmly welcomed, they still have some minor drawbacks.
Higher Initial Cost
The primary drawback of LED grow lights is their pricey initial purchase price. Compared to conventional grow lights like fluorescent and HID, LED lights are rather pricey. LED compensates the original cost in the long term, though, when maintenance and electricity costs are taken into account.
Risk of Purchasing Ill-made LEDs
The most common and expensive type of grow light is LED. Driven by profits, some dishonest companies produce low-quality lighting and sell it for a premium. However, these lights are unable to provide the required light spectrum. Additionally, they need to be replaced frequently because they are not built to last. Before buying any LED grow light, you should check the brand’s authenticity to avoid such occurrences.
