This sign is very bright! It has a few issues, though. There are a few cracks on the front of the sign. The sign is so bright, though. You really don't notice them too much. The screws that hold the sign to the frame on the back of the sign have come out in various spots. The previous owner super glued the frame to the sign, though, so it still works fine. You can have this sign stand on its own, or it can be hung on the wall. There are 2 modes for this sign. When you first plug it in, it is all on, no motion. If you want the motion, after you plug it in the first time, unplug it for 2 seconds and then plug it back in, and the motion starts. Be sure to check out my pictures for complete description. Please contact me with questions, and be sure to check out my other items as I will combine shipments to save you money on shipping. Thank you for looking.