Buying A Neon Sign: Tips & Advice

Let’s talk the best neon signs.

First, before we get going, let’s clarify what we mean by neon signs recommended in this article.

Neon refers to the bright color of the sign—these signs are lit by LED lights. The result looks like neon signs of old . . . except the tube is made of plastic (not glass) and there is gas to worry about escaping if the tube breaks.

Another advantage of neon LED signs—they are MUCH less expensive than old-style neon gas signs.

Here are a few tips and advice when considering buying a neon sign:

• Many signs use batteries or USB-power. But don’t use both at the same time—the sign could overheat!

• Mounting hardware is often not included. If this neon sign is a gift, you may consider buying mounting hardware at the same time.

• If you want the brightest light, use USB power instead of batteries. That’s based on our hands-on testing results—USB power produced more light.

After trying out several neon signs, we think these are the best bets:

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