Major difference
Beam characteristics:
Spotlights: Emit a narrow beam of light focused on a specific area.
Downlight: provides a wide beam, more uniform light distribution.
Adjustability:
Spotlights: usually adjustable direction, flexibility.
Downlight: fixed installation, light downward projection.
Application scenario:
Spotlights: Suitable for key lighting and task lighting.
Downlight: used for environmental lighting and task lighting, often used with other lamps.
Installation method:
Spotlights: mostly independent devices, installed on the track, wall or ceiling.
Downlight: embedded design, flush with the ceiling, simple and beautiful.
In general, spotlights are used to highlight key points, while downlights pay more attention to the overall lighting effect. In modern lighting design, these two lamps each have a unique role and can complement each other in layered lighting schemes