The Best LED Headlight Kits of 2021
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@espaun206
@espaun206 20 күн бұрын
Are Amazon's still good DMEX at 6000 or 8000 K 2024?
@mikekaz8730
@mikekaz8730 25 күн бұрын
All his work is meant to sell his cheap low quality bulbs as I came to discover: it took me a few years to uncover this dude. Good luck to folks who trust him haha.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Mike, I'm not selling anything, we only test and recommend products based on how they perform. This includes products from Amazon and eBay, as well as premium brands. There is no bias and we decline all sponsored offers. Hope that helps clarify our intensions!
@mikekaz8730
@mikekaz8730 25 күн бұрын
@@BulbFacts I followed your recommendations and bought the bulbs you stated are the best. They are not, they are worst than other bulbs that are 4 times cheaper. And The bulbs you claim are the best are so expensive without any justification beyond your assurance. In fact they are extremely loud and do not last more that a year or so.
@a8f235
@a8f235 27 күн бұрын
I'll try the Osram Cool Blue Intense first even though a warmer light should work better for snowy and foggy conditions. They should still outperform worn out OEM bulbs, so I'll need winter conditions again to evaluate what I think of them compared to OEM, and if I do really need warmer light as well as a bit of a boost as in the night breaker laser bulbs. I think It would be better to find some more yellow/warmer bulbs for the fog lights to add some contrast so I will be better seen in varying conditions. I do live in an area with no streetlights and tight twisty roads, so for me it's almost more important to know that others see me over me seeing where to go. When it gets darker in the year I constantly drive with fog lights together with normal front lights as this helps a lot in being seen as quickly as possible.
@toyotabrony
@toyotabrony 29 күн бұрын
@BulbFacts just to let u guys know. I send u an email to request for u guys about test all the led bulbs from Lasfit, all the led bulbs from Auxito, and more led bulbs from sylvania. I know u for but try the SL.BX2 led bulbs. 1st gen and 2nd gen.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion! We plan to add some new products soon.
@alfiethepatterdaleterrier5595
@alfiethepatterdaleterrier5595 Ай бұрын
I have just fitted the Osram cool blue not the hyper blue and TBH I think they are rubbish I used to light the nightbreakers by Osram
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing! The blue coating hinders the output, so the Nightbreaker Unlimiteds/Lasers are a better choice for maximum output.
@don7680
@don7680 Ай бұрын
LED bulbs are NOT LEGAL, none are DOT approved, nor are they designed to be used in older headlamps as they can't be aligned properly! They generally say FOR OFF ROAD USE ONLY to skate the legal ramifications. Message to anyone with these coming at you on the road, return the favor and put your high beams on and blind them until they drive by.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Don, thanks for sharing! You are correct, and we are putting this statement on our newer videos as well.
@nicholasselvaggi54
@nicholasselvaggi54 Ай бұрын
Just replaced my Night Breaker Unlimiteds with Laser. The Laser's seem brighter to me, especially when I use my high beams. I typically have 9012 single beams.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Nicholas, that's entirely possible especially in your application as different vehicles differ. The lasers may have a longer throw based on the filament position over the Unlimites. Glad to hear they are working well!
@D_L_J_83
@D_L_J_83 Ай бұрын
Would you be able to review the new OSRAM NIGHTBREAKER H7 LED GEN2? It’s exciting as it’s road legal in Europe for many cars
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Diego, thank you for the suggestion! Their 'LEDriving' products were subpar, so it would be great to see a better performing product from OSRAM.
@D_L_J_83
@D_L_J_83 Ай бұрын
Thank you for this! Hope you can make an updated video for 2024!!
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks for the support, and I hope to create some new content soon!
@trilingualkid
@trilingualkid Ай бұрын
can you install the 55w kit on OEM ballast? are there any adverse affect?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
What kit are you referring to exactly, an HID conversion?
@petergrisdale6797
@petergrisdale6797 Ай бұрын
What’s the best H15 projector bulb as can’t seem to find the bulbs you recommend in H15 please
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Peter, we don't test H15, so I can't say for sure. But you can take a look at our 55W H11/H7 results to give you an idea on how they compare.
@petergrisdale6797
@petergrisdale6797 25 күн бұрын
@@BulbFactsthanks for your help 👍🏻
@nicholasselvaggi54
@nicholasselvaggi54 Ай бұрын
I've watched quite a few of your videos. I currently use the Nightbreaker Unlimited for my headlights in my 2015 Dodge Dart GT, which typically uses 9012 HIR2 bulbs. Are the ZXE 9012 bulbs brighter than a 9006 Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi Nicholas, I would stick with the Nightbreaker Unlimited. But if you want a bit whiter color, then you can move tot he zXe halogens. You'll sacrifice a bit out output though in doing so.
@EmunahFeathers7
@EmunahFeathers7 2 ай бұрын
I have 1411 & 1156 bulbs I use for my camper lights both indoor & outdoor... which would be best in terms of both yellow & white light which brand & make is the brightest & has the longest life time use? I need to order some new ones. Mine just burnt out. Mot sure if the 7506 is the same as those two or if those two are the same size either honestly.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
I would recommend checking out GTR Lighting, Morimoto, or DDM Tuning. They are all quality brands with products that should be reliable and last many years.
@helmhurst
@helmhurst 2 ай бұрын
phillips diamond gives a whiter light, appearing brighter at night. IMO. they also look cool.
@dashcammalaysia1748
@dashcammalaysia1748 2 ай бұрын
Seems the website no longer provides the ratings for fog light use?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Yes sorry we discontinued fog light testing for the time being, but hope to bring it back in the future.
@toml.8210
@toml.8210 2 ай бұрын
I like tye Hello Optilux XB bulbs. Note that if a bulb is brighter, it requires more amperage.
@Handyandy8888
@Handyandy8888 2 ай бұрын
Would there be a concern if I was to use the hikari future that is rated at 65w on my 2021 Honda civic projector halogen lights that usually have 55w bulbs?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Typically not, but I do know some of the Honda wiring is pretty thin, so I would just keep an eye on it post installation and check for any heat issues (wires heating up too much).
@sidneyke
@sidneyke 2 ай бұрын
Your information is excellent! I appreciate that fact that you aren't sponsored by any lighting companies. It's always hard to know how to take it when companies are reviewing their own bulbs against the major competition. Consequently, I appreciate your efforts and information.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate the support!
@landon1482
@landon1482 3 ай бұрын
Silver star ultra are now listed at 1700lumens which is significantly less than 2k lumens
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Interesting as our tests came out to 1626 Lumens/bulb, which is closer to their claim.
@user-gk7yt5wb1f
@user-gk7yt5wb1f 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the review, amazing comparison and also convinced me to spend a bit more and purchased Deautoled kit through your link and used the discount code, it worked! Thank you again, can't wait to try them out.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Glad to hear it! Let me know how they work out.
@nightfurry3017
@nightfurry3017 3 ай бұрын
I bought an HID Bulb 6000k xenon, both of the pieces have a yellow stain spot in the bulbs. Is this Normal or did i receive a defective product.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
It's normal as it's the salts which glow during operation.
@toyotabrony
@toyotabrony 3 ай бұрын
@bulbfacts so when are u gonna review more led bulbs of 2023/2024? And when are u gonna upload them as well for the observation, how hot or cooled is, how loud is the fan, the price, the warranty, the lifespan, the color temperature, and about internal and external? Such as Lasfit L1 plus fanless, LC plus, LA plus, LD plus switchback, LCair, LAair, LS plus? Auxito - B3,M3,M3S,10S,Q16,Y13, and Y19? Sylvania - SL.BX2 I know u test some of them before. But why not try those new style of the led bulbs?🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hello! You can take a look at our latest video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z5qlocuLxtzTg4k.html - I do hope to do some new videos this year, but I will say we have been testing new products and updating our website recommendations and results pages. Lasfit and Auxito seem to have a lot of new models which we hope to test soon as well, appreciate the suggestions!
@eddiekaine7252
@eddiekaine7252 4 ай бұрын
Would like to request to do a comparison with the leading budget ones such as your recommendations of the DDM TUNING compared to the D2S: Dama Kanji Ultimate Vision Gen3 HID Xenon Bulbs which in comparison is close to the same price points.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks Eddie, we'll add them to our list for future testing. Appreciate the suggestion!
@crazytestpilot9434
@crazytestpilot9434 4 ай бұрын
There are more critical reasons why 5k plus bulbs are not recommended. Even at low brightness, the high whiteness of 5k plus bulbs will cause your pupils to constrict making it much harder to actually see anything, all the while your brain is fooled into thinking all is great simply do to the whiteness. Our eyes work best with a kelvin similar to that of the sun. around 4k. More info. on this can be found at the American Medical Association.
@r.k862
@r.k862 4 ай бұрын
on your website test results i dont get the 'overall brightness score' how you came to conclusion to rate it like that? Also the 'Lumens per bulb' how does it make any sense when the low and high beam Lux is different? for example the lux shows its great improvement its in the plus+ but the lumens shows its in the negative- I tried reading how you scored these but i dont get it and its not clear. I love your channel and thank for what you do, it helped me out a lot though
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Hi RK, you can find the details on how we test and came to our scores here: bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/ . It's basically a weighted percentage from certain categories. Lumens are a test in our integrating sphere and nothing more. It's a test of the total light output not in any application. Hope that helps!
@ncooty
@ncooty 4 ай бұрын
It's a little ridiculous to refer to OEM bulbs as if all cars come with the same OEM bulbs.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Sorry for the confusion there. We refer to our OEM test result, but at the same time the majority of vehicles with halogen bulbs come with only the few major brands in their long life series, which based on our tests were all very similar in their output, beam, and lifespan. Hope that helps clarify!
@ncooty
@ncooty 25 күн бұрын
@@BulbFacts I see what you mean, something like a general OE spec. Thanks.
@jamesho7049
@jamesho7049 5 ай бұрын
Awesome video/website BulbFacts! Found your site since my D1S Xenons died... - Ended up getting the Philip's X-tremevision +150% (4800k); now keen to upgrade my H8 Halogens (DRL Angel Eyes) in my E82 Love that you guys are helping independently test the Lumens and Kelvin temps of such a wide variety of bulbs! 1) Have you guys come across the following; and possibly adding to your charts? - GP Thunder 7500k - GP Thunder 8500k - Mtec Super White 4350k - Mtec Cosmos Blue 4750k - PIAA Precious White 4800k 2) How are all the bulb longevity tests going? Cheers mate! Appreciate your time and effort helping the community with all our bulb needs ❤
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
Thanks James for the support! The lifespan tests are completed for Xenon bulbs, and we had no issues with any of them reaching over 6700hrs, including the cheaper models as well. We plan to do more extensive testing in the future though. I'll take a look at the list you provided for future testing, appreciate the suggestions!
@Dblock00
@Dblock00 5 ай бұрын
Is this guy ok he disappeared?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
I'm still around testing new products and updating our website, appreciate the concern! It's been a hectic last year, but I hope to create some new videos soon 😁. Appreciate the support!
@Dblock00
@Dblock00 26 күн бұрын
@BulbFacts phew 😅 thanks God 🙏 Good to hear from you, yeah I look at website every other month but hasn't been updated for years
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
@@Dblock00 I did run some updates recently for the LED category, but will be working on other categories including Xenon soon.
@jaminjef
@jaminjef 5 ай бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adCfZqqjzZirlIk.htmlsi=8NnR16gOgLf5FMIx
@ZootyZoFo
@ZootyZoFo 5 ай бұрын
My HIKARI 2023 Future bulbs only lasted 8 months in my low beam projectors before one burned out and I don’t drive much at night so it was well under 50 hours. I replaced them with DDM Tuning Saber 65w that arrive today. I have had a problem with LED lifespan, my first set was Lumibright XT1’s and they burned out in two years, 12 days after the warranty expired! If these DDM’s burn out I am going with HID bulbs or GTR LED’s that have a lifetime warranty, getting such little time out of bulbs that cost $150 - $225 is just ridiculous.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing! And sorry to hear that. We had good results with the Hikari samples we tested. The Lumibrights didn't last as long. The Hikari's actually outlasted many others, but I noticed the external driver is what went out eventually and not the LED bulb itself which is interesting. Likely running too hot in that little box. The GTR Ultra's and the new Morimoto 2Stroke 4.0's offer a lifetime warranty, and their lifespan should be very good, way beyond the cheaper options by far.
@drcars691
@drcars691 5 ай бұрын
Any recommendations for W5W pilot lamps or puddle lamps? I'm looking to replace the yellow light with a bit whiter option, but I prefer non-LED bulbs. Can you also suggest manufacturers that produce bulbs in the W5W form.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
I would look for bulbs with a blue coating, as they'll emit closer to a pure white color.
@trilingualkid
@trilingualkid 5 ай бұрын
I got the DDM tuning ultra from you guys, their 6500k is more like 8000k I couldnt see a damn thing outside.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear that! We don't sell anything, just test and recommend products. Did you go with the Ultra or Plus kit from DDM? What ballast wattage did you use? Curious as to why it was so blue..
@trilingualkid
@trilingualkid 26 күн бұрын
@@BulbFacts I went with ultra, it was stock ballast, I end up with CBI and it was way better. Drove in OKC snow storm with the 6500k bullb and thought it was raining because it was so hard to see outside.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 25 күн бұрын
@@trilingualkid I see, thank you for sharing your experience! The OSRAM CBI is a great product and we recommend it all the time as long as it's in the budget.
@michaelqu
@michaelqu 5 ай бұрын
Why are the recommondations different in reflector and projector housings? Doesn't brighter bulbs mean brighter headlights regardless of whether it's projector or reflector?
@angrysocialjusticewarrior
@angrysocialjusticewarrior 5 ай бұрын
Its not that simple. Brightness is good, but you also need focus. Having a super bright bulb that shines light into the sky and little light onto the road is useless. A bulb must be able to focus all of its lighting power directly on to the road ahead and not into the sky or on the side of the road. Also, a reflector and a projector have different abilities of preventing glare. A reflector uses the shape of the housing to limit glare. This means it can only stop glare up to a certain brightness level. Anything higher will start blinding other drivers and cause accidents. On the other hand, a projector has a physical blocker in the hosing itself the physically blocks the upper portion of the bulb. This allows a projector to have extremely bright bulbs without blinding other cars.
@SyrupCanuck
@SyrupCanuck 5 ай бұрын
Im so lost right now for my 2023 Ram 1500 big horn with halogen lights. Stock performance is notngreat but its quite laboures job to takenthe front end off to switch lights . Unfortunately many leds are hit or miss ifnthey work apparently with Ram.Any good replacement halogens that will last and give bright white ? Or leds that work ?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
The best way is to move to a higher wattage halogen, but you will still sacrifice lifespan compared to OEM. LED can be a good option, and I would go with the GTR Ultra 2's for the best lifespan and much higher output over halogen. bulbfacts.com/led-kits/reviews/gtr-lighting-ultra-series-2-led-kit-review.html
@jamesharris184
@jamesharris184 6 ай бұрын
Thank you I found this perplexing. I had assumed you went for aftermarket headlights because you wanted better Vision at night but you report that some of these lights are actually dimmer than the originals which defeats the purpose for many of upgrading the headlights in order to see better at night. Why would you ever pay more for dimmer light is beyond me.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Halogen is a limited technology, and these mfr. simply add a blue coating which makes the light appear more white, but sacrifices the actual output.
@Tunehead99
@Tunehead99 6 ай бұрын
Which brand Ballast will keep my 6k d2s with a slight blue hue? I rather some white with a little blue rather than any type of yellow hue.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
The ballast just provides power, so the color should not change unless the ballast power type is changed.
@mrofnocnon
@mrofnocnon 6 ай бұрын
All of these LED kits need to be banned! All are for headlamp reflectors that are not designed for them. The LED's in these bulbs are not at the focal point of the lenses causing the light to scatter. These stupid things have caused night driving to be miserable and dangerous for all of us! No one needs to see further than the braking distance plus the reaction time. Having to look away from he road when faced with this stupidity is hardly safe driving. #Prabmeet Sarkaria is the transport minister of Ontario who needs to do his job!
@patrickbrendaharris
@patrickbrendaharris 6 ай бұрын
I got a pair of those lasted 2 month bam failed But the warranty replaced em
@Jeragon186
@Jeragon186 6 ай бұрын
What is your opinion on the Fahren LED bulbs vs Cougar Motors? If the Cougar Motors are better, I might need to change it. Also, the Aukee LED lights aren't showing up on Amazon? Would you know another budget projector headlight; or where else to look for the Aukees'?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Both are very good LEDs, but the Cougar Motor's offer a slightly less blue color tone. The Aukee LEDs are no longer available.
@Jeragon186
@Jeragon186 11 күн бұрын
@@BulbFacts What would be your recommendation for led replacements for projector headlights?
@sinchikodo8058
@sinchikodo8058 6 ай бұрын
hi can you test the new LUXSTER 2024 Punisher 40,000LM in this year tests
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Hi Sinchi, thanks for the suggestion, we'll add them to our list for future testing!
@juanvasquez3648
@juanvasquez3648 6 ай бұрын
Is there an alternative to the hikari 2023, comparable quality, usable in a projector assembly but with a warmer color temperature? 5000-5500?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 26 күн бұрын
Hi Juan, I would go with the DDM Tuning SaberLED V2 (55W), as they offer a 4500k option, but also a 5500k option which came out very close to that output. Output is similar but with much less blue tone.
@bevettecruz2110
@bevettecruz2110 6 ай бұрын
My headlights were so bad ,during rain I could see more w the cars lights around me,so I bought this clear coat spray,omg all that fogged out build up completly turned crystal clear n I had lights again ,lol.but I'm still gonna purchase either your #2 or #1's tyty
@joshup1275
@joshup1275 7 ай бұрын
Not worth it not even brighter then my stock ones n zxe with high beam a hair bit diffence
@TheJefri2012
@TheJefri2012 7 ай бұрын
Hi.so 35w or 55w for h11 better?will it burn battery?
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 27 күн бұрын
Hi Jefri, stick with 35W if you are unsure to avoid burning the headlight bowl, as many plastic based headlights may not be able to handle the higher UV/heat from the 55W bulbs.
@07wrxtr1
@07wrxtr1 7 ай бұрын
What needs to happen is variable kelvin based upon weather or personal preference. For example - bad weather - I like the "stupid" 4300 stock kelvin temps...for dry road on blacktop, the higher kelvin is fine, looks nice for drives less than 30 minutes...longer than that = retina burnout... I see the same game being played with LED flashlights and headlamps - if you're into night photography - try coming to arches - shine a blue light on your slickrock and enjoy the nasty green/blue looking rock (barf) or - if you can get yourself something around 2700-3200 kelvin = much better night photos with stars/arches... this is why the rgb panels are paramount for that purpose... So I just wish we had more variable lighting options - I could see a possible use case in lighting arrays like the acuras and other newer vehicles with slimmer headlights. It would be nice to have selectable color temps, as seeing a deer on the shoulder is going to be much better with higher CRI's than the "dude bro look at how BLUE muh lights are dude bro" <----- This is your dime a dozen "skyscraper" edition types around here...
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 27 күн бұрын
Agreed! I don't see any tech with variable output colors, aside from a separate LED set, but unfortunately they are positioned differently so the output/beam changes as well. We at least have some warm white options, but they are limited so far.
@07wrxtr1
@07wrxtr1 27 күн бұрын
@@BulbFacts Yeap - this is why I had to spend over a month JUST to find a light for night hiking that was warm white... It's like the engineers and manufacturers have never "though about" what people want/need - just - "what looks cool bro". I live in Moab - so what I see here are tourists with absolutely GARBAGE white/blue LED headlamps for night hiking - they DESTROY your photos if you're in the middle of a time lapse project... Took me 2 months to find a single adjustable warm white flashlight for night hiking!! Best part: When you try to show people WHY this matters - for photos - "Cool story bro" is the best/only response...
@Kaiser187
@Kaiser187 7 ай бұрын
$150-$200 for bulbs?! they are smoking meth. My 8 year old $25 Ebay kit I bet has way better output and being 8 years old now, well worth $25 for the entire kit. Still looks damn good with no flicker or dead spots.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 27 күн бұрын
Hi Kaiser, some of the cheap Xenon bulbs can last a very long time as well. I have seen this on our lifespan tests which is nice to see. I wouldn't expect as high of output in the long term though, depending on use.
@tonyradca1235
@tonyradca1235 7 ай бұрын
Could you do a review on the Diode Dynamics SL1 Thank You
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 27 күн бұрын
Hi Tony! We have tested the SL1 from DD, however since your post they have released their SL2 line. We have tested the non-pro model so far, but hope to test the Pro model at some point soon as well.
@josephpuchel6497
@josephpuchel6497 7 ай бұрын
Hey So what’s a good better upgrade Halogen bulb for my 2022 F 250 Don’t want a yellowish like the OEM I’m going over this tutorial. Don’t want to overheat the sockets
@thanhphamnguyen4383
@thanhphamnguyen4383 7 ай бұрын
I’ve been used most of the types but the simple halogen yellow would b the greatest one when it comes to wet.
@BulbFacts
@BulbFacts 27 күн бұрын
Hi Joseph, all halogen has a yellow tint due to the technology. Some are a bit whiter than others, but if you are looking for a pure white like an LED, that would be the only option (aside from HID). Sylvania Silverstar Ultra's are a great overall halogen upgrade with a whiter color tone. It just depends on how white you'd like to go.
@dickdastardly8150
@dickdastardly8150 7 ай бұрын
A brighter torch burns faster
@licanblood
@licanblood 7 ай бұрын
There is not any diference at all.... Go for xenon or led at so much better price!