Long life – lifetimes can exceed 100,000 hours, as compared to 1,000 hours for tungsten bulbs

Robustness – no moving parts, no glass

Size – typical package is only 5 mm in diameter

Energy efficiency – up to 90% less energy used translates into smaller power supply required

Non-toxicity – no mercury

Versatility – available in a variety of colors

Cool – less heat radiation than HID or incandescent