All are illegal to import, install and use on road in USA. Causes glare to oncoming traffic and a hazard to others on the road. DOT approved is a lie as well, DOT doesn't "approve" anything ever.
@@danblumel By law, in order to operate a LED light, or any other kind of light on public roads legally, it MUST BE approved by the department of transportation (DOT). If a light is SAE compliant, meaning it is built to the strict standards set by the SAE alone, and not DOT, it cannot be used legally on a public road or highway.
@@InBoostWeTrust7MGTE ive requested and asked headlight revolution and TRS to do real world on the road testing to fully show how well the bulbs perform. Non of them have yet to do so. Even better would be during inclimate weather conditions ie fog/rain. How would those bulbs perform? Additionally, the testing TRS does, is with just the projector by itself. Put the projector back in a headlight housing as most folks that retrofit, most likely their headlight lens arent as clear. That would also take into account, the real output vs just testing the projectors by itself alone.
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.
@@jorgefacio690 They actually works fine with the stock wiring in my 92 Prelude but I like modifying everything I own and was doing a big 4 wiring upgrade so I went ahead and made a headlight harness myself for peace of mind. I would recommend either making a harness for the 55W HIDs or buying a high quality one. Depending on what you drive you could actually make your factory bulbs quite abit brighter with a well made headlight harness because most companys use bare minimum sizes for all their wire to save money amd that causes voltage drop and higher resistance which decreased lumen output from your bulbs. My SV650 had this problem, when I made my own headlight harness for it the stock H4 bulb became about twice as bright as it was with the factory wiring.
This is fantastic! Best light comparison I’ve seen. I mistakenly put LED into my projector housing and have been disappointed with them. Time to switch to HID. This of course depends on usage, but any idea how long the DDM or Deauto should last on average? Thanks for the video!
Thanks Prime Autotainment! Yes HID is superior to LED in a projector application. Most HID bulbs including DDM Tuning and DeAuto will last at least 2000 hours, but typically longer. They will degrade over time though, so it's a good idea to change them out at that time (just the bulbs). The ballasts should last much longer.
i have a 2015 mustang with a d3s bulb. and i found that the brightest bulb for it was the auxito led bulb. i've tried the morimoto xb hids for it and the osram stuff. but the led was just brighter in my experience
Thanks for sharing! The Auxito LEDs performed quite well for their small form factor, and in fact lasted quite a long time on our lifespan bench as well. Highly recommended.
Really enjoying these videos--yes, they're not released often, but they are a tremendous welcome. (Keep up the excellent work!!) Oh, and thank you for, "HID is still king in projector [lens].." Proven and still holding true.
Thanks Peter!! I will keep releasing them as much as possible! Yes HID is still better than LED, many people still don’t know that due to the LED hype. Thanks again!
@@BulbFacts Having trouble deciding between the DEAUTOLED or the DDM. Wish i knew HIDs were king for Projectors before I bought LEDs for my 16 Chrysler 200, still cant see shit outta those LEDs not bright at al
Love the info here, and thanks for doing all this leg work for all of us. I do have one comment though. When you go to 3:40 on the video, the pictures don't make sense to me when comparing the color temperatures. In the pic on the right, (the DDM kit), they are supposedly 5150k, and the Xtremevision on the left are supposedly 7250K.. yet, the pic on the right (DDM) looks to have much more of a blue tint, and the Xtremevision on the left look much closer to actual white. I prefer closer to white then blue. I ordered the DDM Tuning kit for a headlight upgrade on my truck and installed them in a projector housing. I ordered the 5500K kit, and they are quite a bit more blue than I like. So I am going to order a 4500k set and see if they are better. For those who are reading this and planning on ordering the DDM kit, they are great kits but I believe they are more blue than the color temp indicates. The 5500k kit is 'very' blue, enough that light output is compromised, in my opinion.
Hey Brad! Great catch. The Xtremevision kit has an odd color, which our color meter picks up. It's sort of a rainbow effect. Here is a screencap of what I'm talking about: www.bulbfacts.com/assets/img/tests/HID-AM-beam/REFL-full/XtremeVision.JPG. You can see how blue it is. Here is the DDM 5500k: www.bulbfacts.com/assets/img/tests/HID-AM-beam/REFL-full/DDMTuning-Premium.jpg. It's hard to see the true color in the video and even on camera, but the XtremeVision is very blue. 5500k though can still seem sorta blue, and 5000k or 4500k is the way to go for an OEM look. Thanks again for sharing, good stuff!
@@BulbFacts The stills from the camera really make all the difference! And after seeing them, I agree 100% with your statement (the xtremevisions are more blue). I have upgraded lights on almost all of my vehicles over the years, I am a light fanatic.. haha... and the more I do it, the more I kick myself for ever ordering anything over 5,000k. I keep making the same mistake, as odd as that sounds. But jumping around and trying different brands adds another level of complexity to it. Now I believe I have finally settled on DDM Tuning (permanently), as they make an excellent product for the price, and their version of 5,500k is just too blue for my taste. I agree with what you said about losing light output the more blue the lights are. I am thinking 4,500K might just be the sweet spot for light output! I ordered a pair of 4500s to replace my 5500's.. we shall see!! Thanks again for all the priceless info. FINALLY someone out there that understands vehicle lighting and takes it to the next level. :)
@@braddsn thanks I really appreciate the support! I think 4500k will work well for you if 5500k is too blue. Color is subjective too, and again my meter picks up color the best it understands (just like the lux and lumens meters), but provides a good baseline to compare with others. I'll definitley add more colors in the future as I expand the testing further. Let me know how it works out!
Hey David, we'll add them to our request list for testing, thanks! BTW, we did add a number of premium brands to our projector tests recently in Aftermarket HID.
Thanks, I was hesitant to install HID aftermarket bulbs in a reflector housing. I wanted a higher output over halogen without blinding oncoming motorists. A good LED that is compatible with reflector style housing is probably the best choice.
LED is a great choice and if you get the right kit can perform very well, but regardless HID will still emit the most accurate beam with no dark spots. LED is a close second choice though and of course is much easier to install with less components!
Any specific brand bulbs you recommend for d4s? Last I’ve used where morimotos and yeakys before, but I want something that has a nice 5000k-6000k that is bright. Thanks in advance
Hi Neto, take a look at our latest recommendations for Xenon bulbs here; bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/- They are tested with D2S, and a D4S is the eco bulb with no mercury running at a lower voltage, but the results should still be relevant.
@@netob6826 unfortunately not, as your headlight and ballast system is designed for D4S. Some people convert it over by changing out the ballasts and modifying the headlight, but it's a good amount of work involved.
Dude, thank you so much for all these videos! The information is presented in an easy to understand manner and it has helped me so much with making headlight bulb purchases.
Hey @bulbfacts I just wanted to state a few things, I feel like anything over 10000k you loose some light output because 10000k is still somewhat bright. You can put these in projectors unless they’re retrofitted because if you put them in stock halogen projectors the light output will be good but NOT great. But if you do install them in either one, just besure to aim them. Otherwise I loved the video, it helped me out to decide which HID I want to go with, thanks.
Thanks JAMES for the comment! Great points for sure. Moving past 6000k in color with HID typically lowers the output. Installing HID into a halogen projector normally yields good results, but a true HID projector will have the best results as it is designed for an HID bulb specifically. Glad you like the video, I hope to add more HID conversion kits in the near future!
What are the fastest ballast you could buy? When I switch to my high beams it goes dark for a few seconds before they warm up. I've always had good luck with DDM The kit I have is a DDM 55 W but it's quite a bit older and black ballasts.
There are some options out there, but I do know Hylux makes a 'Xenon Quick Start' ballast which warms the bulb up much faster for high-beams. You'll sacrifice life of the bulbs though so just keep that in mind.
Yes sorry the camera color wasn't true to life, but the DDM's are more of a pure white, where the Xtreme Vision bulbs had a rainbow effect to them which was very strange.
@@Mark-um3hm no problem, take a look at our latest recommendations here for HID conversion kits; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/recommended/ - this is always up to date as we test in new products. HID is best for a halogen projector, whereas LED is better for reflector type setups.
Hey so I've been messing with hid bulbs in reflectors. Mainly h13 bixenon. I have like 5 different sets. Kensun, inovate(?), morimoto, cnlight and ddm tuning. No contest the ddm tuning work the best. Kensun and inovate are ok. Morimoto and cnlight are a mess. Ddm tuning works perfect. I also have several sets of 880 fog bulbs. I prefer the inovate. While they are supposed to be yellow they are actually orange. I find for night time performance driving the orange fog and 4500k ddm tuning work best. I can send photos it's pretty amazing how well this setup works.
Hi OutlawUniverse thanks for sharing, that's great information! Some HID bulbs take well to reflectors and some do not. It sounds like you found a clear winner for your setup. What vehicle are you referring to?
Great video shots of lights. Thanks for clarifying that HID are for projector lights. Also please show High beam shots. I drive mostly back country roads, and need to watch for deer. So, a shot on high beams would be great.
If you had to choose out of the two which would you choose ddm tuning or the innovited I’m interested but I wanna know is it a big difference between the two?
Hi Pencari, for these tests we did yes, however we are currently re-testing and introducing various makes. These results will give you a good idea, but each vehicle is different of course.
Hello just got the 35w ddm premium HID kit with 5500k bulb H11, installed them in my 2019 honda odyssey and they seem to be dimmer than my stock halogen but the build quality was nice just not working for my projectors
Hi Luis, thanks for sharing! That is certainly odd. I would check to be sure the return wire is not in the beam, as perhaps you need H11A or H11B. Here is an article to explain the difference; brisource.com/pages/h11a-vs-h11b . While rare, some headlights just don't take well to HID and LED.
Looking at the comparison shot, at 5:51.. I don’t see why DEAUTOLED is beter than DDM TUNING PREMIUM. In fact, DDM looks brighter to me. Am I missing something?
Hi David, sorry about that. The DDM's are brighter closer to the vehicle, whereas the DeAuto's throw light further down the road. It's hard to tell by the footage and focus we had set to.
Hi Edward, I'd recommend an HID conversion kit in your main halogen headlights. Morimoto and DeAuto are higher quality brands, but DDM is a great budget option. Here's a video on HID: ua-cam.com/video/cr7jdvJcWL4/v-deo.html. You can go LED as well as it's an easier install, but won't provide as good of a beam vs. HID. Supernova makes a great LED kit, as well as Morimoto. Again, there are Amazon brands, and it depends on your budget. Hope that helps!
With the xtremevision, would the bulbs be the weakest link? Replacing a set of bulbs with an hid kit isn’t the biggest issue but replacing ballasts is more of a pain
Jeremy, i would consider replacing the entire kit, but you can certainly start with just the bulbs, as most aftermarket HID conversion kits use an AMP style connector for the bulbs to the ballast so you shouldn't have an issue. I have seen both bulb and ballasts fail prematurely, especially in the cheaper products.
@@jeremys8360 you can certainly replace the bulbs with an upgraded brand like Morimoto, Diode Dynamics, etc. which use a CNLight bulb known to be the best quality.
Thanks for the recommendation! I'll be sure to add them to our list for testing. It'd be interesting to see how bright they are and if they are as precise as some others.
Hi what is the best option and bright for toyota sienna projector I try morimoto Xb bulbs with denso ballast doesn't seem bright and sv4 looks same only look bright on wall not on road.
Hi Raju. HID is the best option for projectors. If you had trouble with the brightness from the Morimoto XB bulbs I would reach out to the seller to see if there is a replacement set or newer model perhaps, as based on our tests their bulbs are very high quality and very bright. Are your Denso ballasts 35w?
Hi Iban, very sorry about that. We have seen many products change on Amazon. Here is a link to them on eBay; ebay.us/hKm00K - I'll be sure we update the description here as well.
They have UV coatings which help. The premium brands offer a better coating typically. I wouldn't recommend 50 or 55 watts, but instead to stick with 35W as they will run cooler than a 55W halogen.
So I found the DDM tuning HID bulbs but I have a projector I’d like to get that supports H1 bulbs and the car has a 9007 dual beam plug. I was curious as to what I need to get the HID to work with the vehicle correctly especially with high beams because I’ve heard that using the high beams would shut off the bulb and open the solenoid projector. Wondering if there is a set up to get so everything works properly before I buy or does it require rewiring in the vehicle itself?
For the DDM Tuning Kit should it gives me an option for the "Relay Harness." I plan on using the these for low beams and eventually purchase some HID for my high beams. It is smart to get the "relay harness?"
The Relay harness redirects the power to the battery, and uses a relay to signal on/off. CANBUS includes a built-in additional capacitor to trick the vehicle's system during it's checks, and also improves the uneven voltage from the vehicle. If your vehicle has a bulb-out indicator when you pull a headlight bulb, go with the canbus option. If it doesn't, it's smart to go with a relay, but many people skip it for ease of install. In that case, you are relying on the vehicle's wiring solely. Hope that helps!
hello what do you think about DeAutoLED LED Exclusively for Projector Headlights , they are new at there website and they said that it could compare with the HID of them! plz what should i chose
Hi Peyman, I'm using a 10A DC Linear Power Supply so that the power is the exact same for every test, and similar to pulling from a vehicle (12.75v). You can check out our test procedures more in depth here; bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/
@@sporn1012 I presume you have an AMP style kit, which is the most common for HID conversion kits. Here is an example of HID replacement bulbs; brisource.com/collections/hid-conversion-replacement-bulbs
Hey billozy, you can find out test results here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/ We'll be extended the distance soon for HID Conversion kit tests. We have OE HID bulbs completed, but will be doing halogen, LED, and HID soon as well for best results.
Super helpful reviews! I ended up going with the DDM kit. In the mail now. My 2 year old Innovited 55w kit is starting to fail. One of the bulbs sometimes doesn't turn on and I want something brighter anyways. On unlit forest roads I have to end up using the halogen high beams. These are in a Integra stock projector. I believe those are meant for halogens. I also tried a Snorda "9000 lumen" led and it was horrible! LOL They were about as bright as the old dim halogens but more blue. The beam pattern was horrific too. They didn't project far and were narrow. I'm sticking with your advice and staying HID for these projectors. I believe because the LED's cannot disperse light in a 360 degree field like how HID's can, the light pattern gets messed up..
Thanks Andrew, glad to help! That is correct, an HID bulb is the best solution for a halogen projector. LEDs these days do work well too, but nothing beats an HID! DDM is a great choice, and we consider their higher tier products like the one we reviews in this video a premium product, but at a much lower cost. You won't be disappointed, just be sure to go with their Premium/Plus model or better for the better bulbs and ballasts, and stick with 35W to prevent burn-in hotspots on your projectors that a 55W would potentially cause.
I have 3 DDM kits, 2 on my car, headlights and fogs (both projectors), and my motorcycle (reflectors) (35W and 55W). It was a budget option for $39.99 at the time so i didn't expect much. The problem with these budget kits is that they are all great when you first install them but the light output diminishes very quickly. Right now i'm considering switching back to halogens as they would probably be brighter. DDM sells cheap replacement bulbs for $15 (pair). One Philips HID bulb is like $150 - you get what you pay for i guess. I also tried their Ultra Bulbs for $25 a pair. They lasted a lot longer, still have them but the light is also horrible after a few months, very dim. There were also a lot of reliability issues with ballasts and bulbs - luckily still under warranty so they replaced them 3 times (they don't replace the hole kit, just the defective part so it's up to you to diagnose, they make sure you know they will charge you for shipping if you send them a working part). The 4th time i just gave up and didn't bother to make a claim (running a halogen for my motorcycle high beam atm) 15 years ago i got one of the first HID kits which was about $260 and i was perfectly happy with it for about 7 years, then one of the bulbs died. I forgot the name of the kit - "Catz" sounds familiar like someone mentioned bellow. Those bulbs never changed the color and were very bright till the last day. Not a single warranty issue either. I wish someone did long term testing on HID. I'm tempted to try LED but i understand they are still behind HIDs.
Thanks for the info Mickey, great stuff! We are in the process of testing the lifespan on Halogen bulbs, and will eventually do HID and LED as well. You do get what you pay for, but DDM's higher-end bulbs seem to last a while, as well as Morimoto and others. Of course an OEM bulb made by Philips or OSRAM is the best, but you need an OEM HID configuration to run them. The nice thing about HID kits though is that they all pretty much use AMP style connections and you can swap the bulbs out pretty easily.
I have a 2019 Challenger with Stock HID's the low beams are not very good on a rainy night. the car does not have fog lights. Are there aftermarket D3S bulbs that will deliver a bit more lumens? I would like them in the 5000 kelvin range.
Hey Sky1, D3S is a newer bulb style which contains no mercury, so they warm up quicker and require less energy to run (and last longer), however they are not as bright as D1S for example. You most likely have an OE style bulb as well, which last quite a long time but are not as bright. We have tested D-Series bulbs, and you can check out our video on them here; ua-cam.com/video/f_VwHnHE4Vw/v-deo.html and our latest recommendations as we test new products are always here; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/ Hope that helps!
I know this is an older video, but to my eyes the extreme vision with 7250k looks like 4800k and easier on the eyes and better vision. In the comparison to DDM Tuning, it's the DDM Tuning that looks blue. Totally confusing because of the high rated kelvin on the extreme vision.
Hi Mario! Sorry about that. The camera picks up color a bit differently, but the DDM's did have a small tone of blue (a bit overblow in the video), where the Extreme Vision's had a rainbow effect to them, which was very inconsistent in color. You can tell by the road footage mainly, where it looks more reddish, but in real life it looked quite odd.
So I was looking at hid for my reflector housing. U guys took the results down and noted the test2.0 why did u take it down? Should I not get hid for my housing?
Yes sorry about that. Our focus was on projector style headlights, but I will look into adding that page back in the future. Just be cautious on the beam pattern, as in some vehicles an HID bulb will work well, but in others it might have too much glare due to limitations of reflectors. LEDs are able to focus the light better typically performing better in reflector style headlights.
Seems to me it would be more accurate have used kits that where all claiming the same kelvin rating. while they all appear brighter than stock, when I pause it at 5:55 and compare the 4, the xtremevision looks less harsh and closer to stock color...(which IIRC OEM stock kelvin is normaly 4300K i think)
Hey David, we tried to pick the closest to 5000k for each kit we could. Some kits only offer 4500k, 6000k, etc. Some came out way differently than the claimed rating which is why you see different colors shown. We'll be adding more color options in the future though, and sticking with 4300k is always the best choice for various weather as you mentioned OE. Thanks!
Also I am running the 6000k 55w Car rover h11 HID kit from amazon (canadian side) and it is an amazing hid kit!! I find it really bright and awesome quality!! It is on amazon.com as well give that a check if you guys wanna add another great kit to your list!!!
Thanks! I'll definitely check it out as I want to build up the HID kits from Canada.I have the BPS Lighting HID kit right now and would love to provide options to people in all countries!
Hey Kevin, we left out 55w as they are not recommended for most headlights (plastic) due to the much higher UV light, which could cause dark (burn) spots in projector bowls. We did test 55w on these kits and the results were mixed, so we left it out for now. If you have a specific question though just let me know!
He Lee, we actually test in a dark lab (and do road tests for a visual in the videos). You can find the details of our testing here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/
Hi. I know the DDM throws out 5150 but says 5500. Would the 4500 throw out less also ? If so, how much. I wanna go OEM as possible. I don't wanna blind other drivers. It can be annoying when drivers high beam you.
Presumably yes, but I am planning to test the lower color temp bulbs in the future including the 4000-4500k range. If you are looking to avoid glare, an LED may be a better option due to the design they carry; the diodes face left-right and don't put off as much light 'upward' like an HID bulbs. It depends on the housing though, but generally an LED is safer than an HID (unless you can find an HID 'RC' (reflector coating) style kit.
I've been watching your videos for a good while. Just by watching, I chose the LEDs for my reflector headlight for my truck. Also bought LEDs for my Altima that was recommended for the projector. Now im looking to upgrade my bulbs for the 2018 Ford Fusion. Its projector with a reflector high beam. My question, what do you suggest for it since it has a sealed one piece headlight housing and everything is behind a dust cover. I worry about over heating. Looking forward to your reply. Again, great videos and thank you for helping us with making the right choices.
Hi Mike, that is great! For your Fusion, you can still go LED as they in fact put out a lot less heat vs. halogen. The reason for the fan is to simply keep the LEDs as cool as possible as the brightness goes down as heat goes up with LED chips. You'll notice the headlight will be cooler to the touch. There will however be a small increase in heat in the rear of the headlight (where the cables reside) but it is a small amount. Hope that helps, and thanks for the support!
What did you for for your fusion? I have a 19 fusion and have tried so many LED and have been disappointed. I now ordered the DEAUTOLED HID kit and am waiting for that to ship.
Hi Michael, you can find our latest recommending here, as we keep this page updated as we test; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/recommended/ - Be sure that if you are changing out your H7 bulb, that you take a look to see if you need a special adapter/holder, as in some cases you may in order to install the bulb correctly.
Thanks. We used 35w ballasts that are included with each kit for the tests. We have done some 50/55w testing but it was inconstant. We'll try to get that posted in the future though.
What would be the best HID kit for a 2016 impala LT it has projectors on it....Im looking for a HID bulb that works well at night even in bad weather your help would be much appreciated thank you.
Hi Gilbert! The best brands are DeAuto, Morimoto, XenonDepot, GTR Lighting, etc. We have only tested a few premium brands so far, but are adding more soon. You'll need an H11 kit also, and if you want the best overall color be sure to go with something around 4500k. Let me know if you need any links or any more info!
Question! Are kits like DDM tuning, for a 55 watt kit on amazon go for like 100 bux. The best selling is Xentec, or Innovited for like 40 bux. How much brighter is a more expensive kit, assuming they are both around 5000 kelvin and 55 watts?
Hi R Mat, great question. The DDM products seem to be much higher quality (starting with their Plus line and up) compared to the others on Amazon. They are quite a bit brighter as well, as they use bulbs that are more precise and with higher quality salts and quartz glass. DDM essentially keeps their prices low while dishing out high quality products as they don't seem to market and advertise much, and limit their packaging as well. Most products from Amazon though seem extremely cheap, especially at the $50 and under mark. Many are not aligned right, and some even flickered quite a bit. But we still try to find the 'best' in that group for people in that price category that need something. Hope that helps!
@@BulbFacts Maybe could you make a video doing a fair comparison? Like take the top 2 amazon, Xentec and Innovited and compare to like morimoto and DDM tuning and tell us the difference in Lumen and Lux? Because If its like 10% brighter for 2x the cost then that aint worth it, ya know?
@@rmat9023 for sure! I'm planning a new video for HID conversions as there have been a lot of changes over the last few years, but you can take a look at the chart as this is up to date as we test; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/chart/
@@BulbFacts oh thanks for that. So it seems some are closer to 200% increase and some are close to only 130% increase? If we are going purely on lumens.
@@rmat9023 correct. However while Lumens are important, the lux is most important which is directly effected by the beam accuracy and alignment, which is usually an issue for the cheaper bulbs.
It depends if you have OEM Xenon. If you do, you'll want to stick with the same wattage, and instead upgrade the Xenon bulb to something improved. Here are our latest recommendations; bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/
I have a question and I think you can help me with it. I have a Kia Optima SXL that comes with hid Low Beam lights. The replacement HID Factory bulb is a D1S but I am told I can also use a D3S HID bulb. What is the difference?
Hey RonnieB300! You can't mix and match them unfortunately as they are a different in a few ways. The connection will be different, as well as the voltage they pull at the ballast. They are also more eco-friendly as they use no mercury unlike D1 and D2 series. Here is a video explaining it in more detail: ua-cam.com/video/lWte-9VAXV4/v-deo.html. Although we test in D1/D2 bulbs, you can use our chart as a comparison between them to help you choose: www.bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/
Hey BEASTMODE 82! It's really up to you, but they are very close in output. The LED kit will be easier to install, but the HID kit will have a superior beam. You can also choose the color in the HID as well, whereas the LED is a static 6500k.
Quick question. I went with a DDM tuning 55w 5500k hid kit. Have you ever heard of them melting a headlight housing? I’m using it in a projector housing
Hey Ceasar, you will want to be careful there with 55w, as they run much hotter than 35w, and yes you could risk melting the headlights. I would recommend changing over to 35W if you can and you should not have any issues there. Many people do run 55w without issue, but you run the risk of too much heat.
Hey Peter. I know their Ultra ballasts are actually made by Hylux, whereas their Plus ballasts are not and are lower quality, but still pretty reliable. I would just stay away from their cheapest basic HID ballasts, as they'll be in-line with the likes of Amazon etc. in terms of quality. They do have a lifetime warranty, but it's of course a hassle to change them out and go through the RMA process.
Hey Jackson, while we havn't listed any 55w results as they are not complete, the DDM Tuning Ultra bulbs (Plus and Ultra kits) did extremley well at +375% more light at 50w (compared to +291% at 35w). We always recommend sticking with 35w in a halogen projector as 55/50w gets very hot and could burn the projector bowl.
Thanks for the response. This is for a reflector housing. I actually returned the 8500k ddm plus 55w as it was too dim, so going with a warmer color temp. 🤞🏼
Hi Nate, go with HID if it's a newer generation Impala, as newer Chevy's seem to have problems with LED. Be sure to choose a CANBUS ballast system type as well.
Hello, one more question? If I went to a HID, would the numbers be the same? My LED IS a 9005 hb3 I believe? It’s a single projector light housing? Can I use the same number bulb, for HID? Also, will I get a low beam, and a high beam, in one bulb, with HID? I’m not familiar at all?
Hi Mark, no problem. You'll want to go with the same bulb size correct. So if you have a 9005 halogen, then go with a 9005 HID kit as it'll fit correctly. It sounds like you may have a bi-halogen setup, which will turn into a bi-xenon with the HIDs. There is normally a flap that opens up, and it utilizes the same bulb for the high-beam in addition to the low-beam. Take a look at some other youtube videos for HID installation with your specific vehicle to get a good idea on how it's installed.
@@BulbFacts that’s correct. I have one and the round headlight inside the housing. Is that called a capsule headlight? Then my Chrysler has the reflector type inside the housing? To do this properly, I have to remove the front bumper? It’s just too tight of space, to try and work, and lock them in properly?
@@BulbFacts I just have a dust cover, covering the bulb, on the backside of the housing. Then the bulb twists in, with the 3 tabs, and the original wiring harness plug? There’s no metal clip, that folds over the bulb, like I see in some videos?
@@BulbFacts If I buy a 9005 kit, will it come with everything I need, or do I have to order separate parts? My LED’s are one bulb, both, low and high beam.
@@Mark-um3hm it would come with everything you need in terms of installed parts. If it's a sealed beam headlight (with a dust cap), you may need a 1" drill bit to drill a hole in the center of the cap for the wires to run through. Make sure the install videos you are looking at are for the same bulb type, as there may be different trim levels with varying lighting types.
Hello, where can I buy the DDM PREMIUM KIT? I’ve tried several LED BULBS, in my 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL, and I’m not satisfied, with any of them? They’re very hard to install also? Not much room to get your hand in there?
Hi Mark, you can pick up their premium kits here; link.bulbfacts.com/ddmplus - They're not too bad to install. The biggest difference will be the ballasts which you'll either need to mount under the hood, or fit inside of the headlight if there is room. I would check out some HID install videos for your vehicle to gauge the difficulty level for the install.
Best HID bulb test in UA-cam by far. Objective, professional, lab-tested, road tested. Could you tell the distance from the table to the wall? Keep the good work!
Thanks Rudolf! The distance is 12' to the wall, but we are in the process of re-testing all products at 25', and eventually further distances, so be sure to check the site for updates! You can find all of the test details here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/. We try to stay as transparent as possible.
Allnof the kits were 35w? Im having a hard time getting a decent amount of light out of my projectors they are aftermarket and im wondering if is the projector not the hid or led kits?
Hey Bruno Rosales! Yes they were all 35w, as that's really that maximum you'll want to run in a halogen projector to avoid issues like bowl burn and overheating. The projector itself makes a big difference though as well, so if your light output is poor with an upgraded HID, you'll want to look into a better set of headlights, or a proper HID projector retrofit. Check out Headlight Junkies facebook group for some additional advise there!
Absolutely fantastic video on HIDs! I have quite a bit of experience with HID headlights, but I’m always open to new information and and seeing comparisons. Best one I’ve seen yet. If you were ever to do a higher end comparison, would love to see Morimoto up against Xenon Depot. Will definitely be subscribing, thanks!
Thanks John! We have purchased a few premium products including the Xenon Depot HID bulbs (both conversion and OE), and will be testing soon with our new 'version 2' test procedures which include lumens, and more headlight styles. We'll release a video eventually for the top premium aftermarket HID kits, but the next video will be the best OE HID bulbs, we have a LOT of brands and models to compare :) Thanks for the support and for watching!
Hey Jorge, it depends on your vehicle, but in most cases you can install the kit without a relay harness. Some vehicle brands require the canbus model to work correctly.
Are HID kits easy to install like LEDs (plug and go)? And do they fit in every project type headlight or some of them need some kind of adapter like some LEDs? My headlights are stock halogen 55w and I want to swap them with something brighter.
SterNebula HID kits are a bit more involved to install sometimes, as some vehicles require a Relay harness, and some a Canbus adapter, but some will just plug right in like an LED kit. HID has an extra larger ballast that you need to fit or mount somewhere as well, whereas LED has a small external driver normally, and some kits have nothing at all. So LED is normally easier to install, but if you have halogen projectors, HID is the way to go. Just be sure to stick with 35W to prevent bowl burning, and go with a quality kit that has a UV coating on the bulbs to protect your headlights.
Hey Blaise! What is your take on best hid kit, period. No budget. Would you go Morimoto, or do you still prefer deautoled? Or would you go with something else?
Hey Neil! I have personally had very good success with both DeAuto and Morimoto, so I'd really recommend them both, and then it comes down to your preference of color. DeAuto works with CAN-BUS systems though for example VW, Audi, Kia, etc. that produce a bulb error out. Morimoto makes some specific kits though too but they are more expensive. I'll be testing more high-end HID kits in the future though, so I'll be able to give you an even better idea then.
Thanks for this great comparison! After testing numerous leds and "performance" halogens i was just about to give up, but the hids demonstrated here, specifically xtremevision, has given me hope!
Hey Bryan! The best brands would be Hylux, Denso, Hella, etc. The mid-tier would be Morimoto, DeAuto. You may want to check those out. Just be careful with 55w in a halogen reflector as you could get some burn to the bowl. The ignitors as long as they are PnP AMP should work the same on any wattage ballast. Hope that answers it!
Hey Motor Mafia! The 'best' overall color for daily driving as well as inclement weather is around 4500k. A 'whiter' light like 5000k is better for clear conditions, whereas a 'yellow' bulb around 3000k is best for rain, snow, etc. Above 6000k starts to get 'blue' and becomes distracting and harder to see, as well as loses real light output lumens, so I woudn't recommend it. I hope that helps explain it better.
Hey Michael, some HID bulbs will fit and some will not as they are typically longer than Halogen. If it's a reflector though it's not typically wise to install HID as the reflector can only handle so much light and many headlights produce much more than the allowed glare by the DOT. LED is a much better option there, but HID is best for halogen projectors as they normally work very well and keep the light focuses with minimal glare.
@@lazarusrex9545 we certainly will! It's tough as some HIDs work okay in reflectors such as newer styles, but most reflectors scatter light and cause too much glare. It is in our plans to do a video there though in the future!
Hey Faud Hasanov! The Xentec kit did ok from our tests, about on par with others, but the DDM Tuning is really the best kit for the money and was extremely bright.
Just stumbled on this video. Very good info and video demo. Like someone else mentioned, maybe it's best to compare same Kelvin temp in each Kelvin category etc, but I guess that would be a lot of effort. Myself I currently have hid 100w 4300k, bought for £20-£22 which is approx $28. It's awesome, I personally will only use 4300-5000k bulbs as they are the best temp for me. 6000k I had previously were not good at all in the rain. I'm using it on projectors of course.
Hey mo jo, thanks I appreciate that! I'm going to eventually buy more bulb colors and re-test, it'll be interesting to see how the different kelvin models compare. For now I tried to stick to 5000k as it seems to be the most popular. Some are 5000k, and some are 5500k though. The actual colors were close with some, and very far off on others. 100W is pretty high, no issues there?
@@BulbFacts Yes 5000k it seems is the most popular color, it still output very good amount of lumens and looks whiter than 4300-4500k. 4300k will perform better in the rain/fog/snow. My 100w is absolutely fine, no melting and projectors direct the light as design for hid. A relay need to be wired up and the bulb base on 75w+ are made from ceramic to withstand the extra heat. I think my hid kit operate at 78w efficiency as read from a forum someone measured the output.
Anything over 6000k is just rubbish tbh. I wouldnt even use 6000k. So if u decide to make a future video, just do it for 4300-5500k. Waste of time and money from 6000k onwards. Unless u r being paid to do it.
@@MattOn1010 I agree 100% there, however everybody's taste is different. I did mention in the video that going into the higher kelvins should just be used for show cars and such, but I really don't plan to test much over 6000k. I am going to be adding 4000-4500k options soon though, as those should be even brighter. And I always decline paid reviews :)
Shizuru, I would recommend 35W for your low beams to avoid premature wear and issues with heat. For your high-beams, go with a quality LED kit rather as HID is not designed for that application as a standalone install.
Thanks Nelson! We want to provide useful information in a fun way, as the lab details can get quite confusing and boring to most :). We know people just want to know what the 'best' are, and although subjective sometimes, we do our best to do just that. Thanks again!
BulbFacts Dear friend, need your help, if I want for the "cheaper & brightest bulb", I should search for the "whiter" and the "higher lumens", right?. I think the LED are the better type. So, what is your selection for me?. In case you need it, let you know that I have a variety of cars, so I need the following bulb size; H-11 H-7 H-4 H-3 9006 9005 9004
@@nelsondesdepuertorico3779 no problem. In your case I'd check out our test results chart for LED products: www.bulbfacts.com/led-kits/chart/. Ignore the claimed lumens on Amazon as they are all inflated. We actually tested each kit. Lux and beam pattern is more important than lumens anyways.
Hello... If you had to choose between a Canbus and a non Canbus 35watt AC ballast to put on a non Canbus system Toyota car what would you choose? I won't run a relay harness cause it's difficult to order one where i live and all the cheap ones on ebay are not very safe or reliable cause they only use one fuse.
Hi TheAlexunit! The best way to test is to pull a headlight bulb and power on your low-beams, if you get a bulb out error a CANBUS would be needed. CANBUS modules can also help though with flickering issues (like a Relay) as it does not just rely on the power from the connector, but stores energy (relay pulls from the battery directly). If the cost is not too much I would choose the CANBUS option. Hope that helps!
BulbFacts Thanks for your answer.. yes my Toyota uses H11 bulbs and doesn't require Canbus but i won't be using relay harness so i was wondering what is more reliable... I also looked at the ballast input volt which says 9~16 for Canbus version vs 9~32 for non-canbus... How is that translate in simple words?
@@K_N_44 the CANBUS module will help smooth out the voltage essentially, but the ballast already does that. You may want to get a basic kit and add the CANBUS module if you have issues.
Hey L Smith, for Your Passat go CanBus! I think DDM Makes a 'Ultra' kit which is supposed to be CAN-BUS compatible, but I can't say for sure. I'm going to test it in the future. Also be sure to check out DeAutoLED, they make kits specifically for VW, and they work well. Cost a bit more though but are very bright. I ran the DDM Premium kit in my Jetta for a while and didn't have any issues. The standard DDM kit did have some flicker with the CAN-BUS system so you'll want to stay away from that.
Also how many kelvins would the 6500k ddm premium kit be you said the 5500k was 5150k I was wondering if the other one would be lower to if it is I would be more interested in that one nice tint of blue if it’s less than the 6500k maybe it’s 6150k please review it
Will do! We have only tested the 5500k model so far, but we'll be adding more colors to see how they work out, and will eventually have a color selector on the website.
Hey Robin B! Yes in most cases HID is superior to LED in halogen projectors. If you can, go with an HID Conversion kit. You'll get more light and a much better beam, and longer throw.
I like that you consistently measure lux to compare output but it would be even cooler if you made an intergraded sphere or lumen tube to get a pure light output number as different housing will not perform the same.
Hey Jon! Great point! We actually started testing lumens recently with our integrating sphere, but haven't completed the aftermarket HID bulbs just yet, but do plan to add that in the near future as we add more products as well in this category.
Hey Ricky, most likley not, but I would avoid HID in your Sierra as you'll just scatter light. Check out some LED options instead as they are able to pinpoint the light and create a good beam pattern.
I don't know if my eyes are failing me, but here you say that DEAUTOLED is the brightest one, but it seems to me that the DDM kit is lighting up better than the rest. Am I confused here in any sense?
Hey Jehison! It's hard to tell on camera, but the DDM Tuning is brighter up-front, and the DeAuto is brighter down the road. They are both great options, but you'll need to pay a premium to get a bulb that produces a further distance. Hope that helps!
great video I have a few question i have hid in my projector i believe they are kensun 6000k 35 watt i like the lights and the slight blue but not as bright as i wanted, is the 55 watt brighter? how does the DDM Tuning hid 6000k 55 watt look like. do you think its brighter then the 35 watt 5500k that you showed in this video.
Thanks pat mac! Great questions. Moving over to 55w you will see a less white/blue color typically. For the Kensun, we tested the bulbs on 55w at 233% more light vs halogen, which is actually pretty good compared to the others, even DDM. The color at 55w was 4300k, significantly lower than 35w. The DDM Premium kit on 55w was 201% brighter, and 5550k ironically (DDM came up whiter on 55w for some reason, which is odd). Do keep in mind though running 55w will net you brighter results, but with a large sacrifice in the life of the bulbs, and risk of burning the headlight bowel itself from the higher UV light. I normally recommend against 50/55w unless you have the proper setup. I hope that helps, and we will be adding 55w results to our charts in the future!
@@Alvarwheezy you got it. This video is about aftermarket kits, we'll be doing a video soon for OE Xenon Bulbs! OSRAM and Philips are the way to go there.
We used the corresponding ballasts for the bulbs during testing. So for DDM Premium for example, we used the DDM bulbs and ballasts, as if somebody purchases the complete kit. We did do 55W testing and used a different ballast, but we'll notate that in the reviews. Hope that clears it up!
BulbFacts ok cool! Thank you! The reason I ask is because sometimes (most times) there are variations between different bulbs and even between batches of bulbs made. Since aftermarket bulbs don’t have the same stringent testing that Philips/Osram etc do. But cool comparison! Thanks!!
Oh see yeah we just tested the two bulbs that came in each kit, but you make an excellent point there! Always something to keep in mind, and our stats should be used as a general baseline on how something will perform. Our lux and (soon lumens) numbers are specific to how we test, but again serves as a good way to cross compare. Thank you for watching and for the comments!
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.
Hey uRiBiTo666! The Innovated 55w tests were actually very bright, and the brightest of the group! We havn't posted the results yet, but do plan to soon. I don't recommend 50/55W though in halogen housings as there is a much higher chance for bowl burn producing dark spots. 35W is the way to go there. If you have true HID projectors though 55W isn't an issue typically and are designed for the higher heat and UV.
@@BulbFacts interesting... I didn't know about bowl burn. I have an 05 civic with an HID Projector retrofit, so. I think I'm good. I did notice that the stock reflector was a little hazy at the top, presumably from 13 years of being exposed to the intense heat of a halogen bulb.
@@MrFastFox666 yes it's common as the halogen projectors are not set up for the HID bulbs, but the low wattage ones don't normally cause any problems. If you have a projector retrofit, that's as good as it gets! What projector did you go with? The haziness of your old reflectors was probably the UV rays from the sun, especially if that car sat outside a lot during it's life.
@@BulbFacts the low beam reflector was hazy only at the top, where light hit it. At the bottom, it was still super shiny. I went with some generic 2.5" projectors from Amazon. They required a ton of adjustment and shinning on the bulb, but they work very nicely. I especially like the extra width compared to stock reflectors. For the price, they're pretty hard to beat. I might upgrade to morimoto Mini H1 projectors tho.
@@MrFastFox666 thanks! Yes even eBay and Amazon projector cheapies can work well, especially compared to reflectors. It's just better technology. The Morimoto Mini H1 Projectors are good I have read. If you have the room go with the new 5.0 D2S, they are among the best these days.
You have earned my subscription based on your videos. I recently purchased a sportiva hid kit but I plan to upgrade to the dm hid kit eventually. Do you mind reviewing the sportiva hid kits from tempest direct?
Thanks Darkness Bringer for the support! We'd be glad to look into the Sportvia HID for testing, thanks for the suggestion! The DDM Tuning product is very good for the price, definitely recommended once you need a new set. 👍
@@dyingbreathe3611 in all really. For the price, they really can't be beat. Higher quality than most other products you find, output is amazing, and the color is on-par. Bulbs are of quality as well as the ballasts. All around great kit, more in-line with a $100-150 kit but for about half the cost.
I find the lack of BS here amazing! 0:30 in and we are DOWN TO IT!
You guys rule!
Thanks Andy for the support, we are glad you enjoyed the video! More to come!
Best headlight testing video on the web! 👍 Love the road testing, and to the point.
Thanks Micah!
While this is good testing, the best is Headlight Revolution.
All are illegal to import, install and use on road in USA. Causes glare to oncoming traffic and a hazard to others on the road. DOT approved is a lie as well, DOT doesn't "approve" anything ever.
@@danblumel By law, in order to operate a LED light, or any other kind of light on public roads legally, it MUST BE approved by the department of transportation (DOT). If a light is SAE compliant, meaning it is built to the strict standards set by the SAE alone, and not DOT, it cannot be used legally on a public road or highway.
@@InBoostWeTrust7MGTE ive requested and asked headlight revolution and TRS to do real world on the road testing to fully show how well the bulbs perform. Non of them have yet to do so. Even better would be during inclimate weather conditions ie fog/rain. How would those bulbs perform? Additionally, the testing TRS does, is with just the projector by itself. Put the projector back in a headlight housing as most folks that retrofit, most likely their headlight lens arent as clear. That would also take into account, the real output vs just testing the projectors by itself alone.
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.
Glad to hear it! Let me know how they work out.
I've had the same set of DDM HIDs 55W 10000K in my Honda daily since 2011 and they still work flawlessly. They make pretty high quality products.
did you need a relay harness
@@jorgefacio690 They actually works fine with the stock wiring in my 92 Prelude but I like modifying everything I own and was doing a big 4 wiring upgrade so I went ahead and made a headlight harness myself for peace of mind. I would recommend either making a harness for the 55W HIDs or buying a high quality one. Depending on what you drive you could actually make your factory bulbs quite abit brighter with a well made headlight harness because most companys use bare minimum sizes for all their wire to save money amd that causes voltage drop and higher resistance which decreased lumen output from your bulbs. My SV650 had this problem, when I made my own headlight harness for it the stock H4 bulb became about twice as bright as it was with the factory wiring.
cool ima have to look into it and make my own relay harness... thanks for the advice
Dude thanks for the great advise.
This video got you a new subscriber 2yrs later. Keep keeping up on getting us informed.
same here, best headlight reviewer in UA-cam. Fantastic channel. You can also check mine for car reviews.
Thanks for the sub! We try to keep everybody updated. Our website has the latest, but I try to do new videos as I get time :)
This is fantastic! Best light comparison I’ve seen. I mistakenly put LED into my projector housing and have been disappointed with them. Time to switch to HID.
This of course depends on usage, but any idea how long the DDM or Deauto should last on average?
Thanks for the video!
Thanks Prime Autotainment! Yes HID is superior to LED in a projector application. Most HID bulbs including DDM Tuning and DeAuto will last at least 2000 hours, but typically longer. They will degrade over time though, so it's a good idea to change them out at that time (just the bulbs). The ballasts should last much longer.
Awesome content. Aftermarket lighting can get really confusing and you do a great job of helping viewers make an informed decision.
Thanks! We just re-tested all HID kits as well (results on our website), and will do a new video on them sometime in the future.
i have a 2015 mustang with a d3s bulb. and i found that the brightest bulb for it was the auxito led bulb. i've tried the morimoto xb hids for it and the osram stuff. but the led was just brighter in my experience
Thanks for sharing! The Auxito LEDs performed quite well for their small form factor, and in fact lasted quite a long time on our lifespan bench as well. Highly recommended.
Best video no BS. No blog garbage , no fake shit.. great job hope you make more with LED or Canbus HID
Thanks Anthony for the support!
Really enjoying these videos--yes, they're not released often, but they are a tremendous welcome. (Keep up the excellent work!!)
Oh, and thank you for, "HID is still king in projector [lens].." Proven and still holding true.
Thanks Peter!! I will keep releasing them as much as possible! Yes HID is still better than LED, many people still don’t know that due to the LED hype. Thanks again!
New Laser Light with adaptive feature are the new king now. Beam can hit up to 600m+
@@BulbFacts Having trouble deciding between the DEAUTOLED or the DDM. Wish i knew HIDs were king for Projectors before I bought LEDs for my 16 Chrysler 200, still cant see shit outta those LEDs not bright at al
@@borinvlogs what is this laser light can you put a link?
nvm, are they BMW only or can they be fit to any projector car?
Just upgraded to 24,000K.
100% pure invisible UV light.
People in fluorescent high-vis jackets are easily visible from a mile away though.
We prefer 48,000K in order to see down to the molecular level, but to each their own right? 😂
Love the info here, and thanks for doing all this leg work for all of us. I do have one comment though. When you go to 3:40 on the video, the pictures don't make sense to me when comparing the color temperatures. In the pic on the right, (the DDM kit), they are supposedly 5150k, and the Xtremevision on the left are supposedly 7250K.. yet, the pic on the right (DDM) looks to have much more of a blue tint, and the Xtremevision on the left look much closer to actual white. I prefer closer to white then blue. I ordered the DDM Tuning kit for a headlight upgrade on my truck and installed them in a projector housing. I ordered the 5500K kit, and they are quite a bit more blue than I like. So I am going to order a 4500k set and see if they are better. For those who are reading this and planning on ordering the DDM kit, they are great kits but I believe they are more blue than the color temp indicates. The 5500k kit is 'very' blue, enough that light output is compromised, in my opinion.
Hey Brad! Great catch. The Xtremevision kit has an odd color, which our color meter picks up. It's sort of a rainbow effect. Here is a screencap of what I'm talking about: www.bulbfacts.com/assets/img/tests/HID-AM-beam/REFL-full/XtremeVision.JPG. You can see how blue it is. Here is the DDM 5500k: www.bulbfacts.com/assets/img/tests/HID-AM-beam/REFL-full/DDMTuning-Premium.jpg. It's hard to see the true color in the video and even on camera, but the XtremeVision is very blue. 5500k though can still seem sorta blue, and 5000k or 4500k is the way to go for an OEM look. Thanks again for sharing, good stuff!
@@BulbFacts The stills from the camera really make all the difference! And after seeing them, I agree 100% with your statement (the xtremevisions are more blue). I have upgraded lights on almost all of my vehicles over the years, I am a light fanatic.. haha... and the more I do it, the more I kick myself for ever ordering anything over 5,000k. I keep making the same mistake, as odd as that sounds. But jumping around and trying different brands adds another level of complexity to it. Now I believe I have finally settled on DDM Tuning (permanently), as they make an excellent product for the price, and their version of 5,500k is just too blue for my taste. I agree with what you said about losing light output the more blue the lights are. I am thinking 4,500K might just be the sweet spot for light output! I ordered a pair of 4500s to replace my 5500's.. we shall see!! Thanks again for all the priceless info. FINALLY someone out there that understands vehicle lighting and takes it to the next level. :)
@@braddsn thanks I really appreciate the support! I think 4500k will work well for you if 5500k is too blue. Color is subjective too, and again my meter picks up color the best it understands (just like the lux and lumens meters), but provides a good baseline to compare with others. I'll definitley add more colors in the future as I expand the testing further. Let me know how it works out!
Ever tested Headlight Experts Xenon Headlight Conversion kit? (55w canbus series) and how does it compare to the deauto?
Hey David, we'll add them to our request list for testing, thanks! BTW, we did add a number of premium brands to our projector tests recently in Aftermarket HID.
BulbFacts awesome thank you!
Thanks, I was hesitant to install HID aftermarket bulbs in a reflector housing. I wanted a higher output over halogen without blinding oncoming motorists. A good LED that is compatible with reflector style housing is probably the best choice.
LED is a great choice and if you get the right kit can perform very well, but regardless HID will still emit the most accurate beam with no dark spots. LED is a close second choice though and of course is much easier to install with less components!
Any specific brand bulbs you recommend for d4s? Last I’ve used where morimotos and yeakys before, but I want something that has a nice 5000k-6000k that is bright. Thanks in advance
Hi Neto, take a look at our latest recommendations for Xenon bulbs here; bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/- They are tested with D2S, and a D4S is the eco bulb with no mercury running at a lower voltage, but the results should still be relevant.
@@BulbFacts can I use D2s in my vehicle that came with d4s? Thanks in advance
@@netob6826 unfortunately not, as your headlight and ballast system is designed for D4S. Some people convert it over by changing out the ballasts and modifying the headlight, but it's a good amount of work involved.
Dude, thank you so much for all these videos! The information is presented in an easy to understand manner and it has helped me so much with making headlight bulb purchases.
Thank Fenrir51!
Hey @bulbfacts I just wanted to state a few things,
I feel like anything over 10000k you loose some light output because 10000k is still somewhat bright.
You can put these in projectors unless they’re retrofitted because if you put them in stock halogen projectors the light output will be good but NOT great. But if you do install them in either one, just besure to aim them.
Otherwise I loved the video, it helped me out to decide which HID I want to go with, thanks.
Thanks JAMES for the comment! Great points for sure. Moving past 6000k in color with HID typically lowers the output. Installing HID into a halogen projector normally yields good results, but a true HID projector will have the best results as it is designed for an HID bulb specifically. Glad you like the video, I hope to add more HID conversion kits in the near future!
What are the fastest ballast you could buy? When I switch to my high beams it goes dark for a few seconds before they warm up. I've always had good luck with DDM The kit I have is a DDM 55 W but it's quite a bit older and black ballasts.
There are some options out there, but I do know Hylux makes a 'Xenon Quick Start' ballast which warms the bulb up much faster for high-beams. You'll sacrifice life of the bulbs though so just keep that in mind.
at 3:47 the DDM Tuning actually seems bluer than the Extremevision
Yes sorry the camera color wasn't true to life, but the DDM's are more of a pure white, where the Xtreme Vision bulbs had a rainbow effect to them which was very strange.
My cheap HID ballast died after 4 years. I switch to expensiVE XHP50 Led and its not that bright. I miss my old one.
Im using projector healights
It could also be the bulbs, as they will dim over time. Did you try changing them out?
Hello, i have a 2004 Honda pilot. What would be the best upgrade from halogen Bulbs ?
Hi Nema, here are out latest top rated LED bulbs; www.bulbfacts.com/led-kits/recommended/
Appreciate the help. I have no idea, what to order?
I love how bright they are, compared to LED’s?
@@Mark-um3hm no problem, take a look at our latest recommendations here for HID conversion kits; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/recommended/ - this is always up to date as we test in new products. HID is best for a halogen projector, whereas LED is better for reflector type setups.
Hey so I've been messing with hid bulbs in reflectors. Mainly h13 bixenon. I have like 5 different sets. Kensun, inovate(?), morimoto, cnlight and ddm tuning.
No contest the ddm tuning work the best. Kensun and inovate are ok. Morimoto and cnlight are a mess. Ddm tuning works perfect.
I also have several sets of 880 fog bulbs. I prefer the inovate. While they are supposed to be yellow they are actually orange. I find for night time performance driving the orange fog and 4500k ddm tuning work best. I can send photos it's pretty amazing how well this setup works.
Hi OutlawUniverse thanks for sharing, that's great information! Some HID bulbs take well to reflectors and some do not. It sounds like you found a clear winner for your setup. What vehicle are you referring to?
@@BulbFacts this is for my solstice gxp. I have a h4 set for my other car but still in the shop getting the motor built.
Great video shots of lights. Thanks for clarifying that HID are for projector lights. Also please show High beam shots. I drive mostly back country roads, and need to watch for deer. So, a shot on high beams would be great.
Thanks Ed! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'll be sure to show high-beams in future videos as well, great point, thanks!
If you had to choose out of the two which would you choose ddm tuning or the innovited I’m interested but I wanna know is it a big difference between the two?
Did you use the same headlamp for all bulb you tested?
Thank you very much for your sharing.
Hi Pencari, for these tests we did yes, however we are currently re-testing and introducing various makes. These results will give you a good idea, but each vehicle is different of course.
I agree, I tried a DZG HID kit in my Mazda. Nice and bright.
Hello just got the 35w ddm premium HID kit with 5500k bulb H11, installed them in my 2019 honda odyssey and they seem to be dimmer than my stock halogen but the build quality was nice just not working for my projectors
Hi Luis, thanks for sharing! That is certainly odd. I would check to be sure the return wire is not in the beam, as perhaps you need H11A or H11B. Here is an article to explain the difference; brisource.com/pages/h11a-vs-h11b . While rare, some headlights just don't take well to HID and LED.
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.
The ballast just provides power, so the color should not change unless the ballast power type is changed.
Looking at the comparison shot, at 5:51..
I don’t see why DEAUTOLED is beter than DDM TUNING PREMIUM.
In fact, DDM looks brighter to me.
Am I missing something?
Hi David, sorry about that. The DDM's are brighter closer to the vehicle, whereas the DeAuto's throw light further down the road. It's hard to tell by the footage and focus we had set to.
I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I want bright lights for both headlights and fog lights . What brand would you recommend?
Hi Edward, I'd recommend an HID conversion kit in your main halogen headlights. Morimoto and DeAuto are higher quality brands, but DDM is a great budget option. Here's a video on HID: ua-cam.com/video/cr7jdvJcWL4/v-deo.html. You can go LED as well as it's an easier install, but won't provide as good of a beam vs. HID. Supernova makes a great LED kit, as well as Morimoto. Again, there are Amazon brands, and it depends on your budget. Hope that helps!
With the xtremevision, would the bulbs be the weakest link? Replacing a set of bulbs with an hid kit isn’t the biggest issue but replacing ballasts is more of a pain
Jeremy, i would consider replacing the entire kit, but you can certainly start with just the bulbs, as most aftermarket HID conversion kits use an AMP style connector for the bulbs to the ballast so you shouldn't have an issue. I have seen both bulb and ballasts fail prematurely, especially in the cheaper products.
BulbFacts I see. I have a xenonhids.com moon 35watt 5000k hid kit and I think the bulbs are on their way out
@@jeremys8360 you can certainly replace the bulbs with an upgraded brand like Morimoto, Diode Dynamics, etc. which use a CNLight bulb known to be the best quality.
Duratec only cost me $23 off Ebay, ballasts and bulbs. Looks amazing with no flicker, going on 5 years.
Thanks for the recommendation! I'll be sure to add them to our list for testing. It'd be interesting to see how bright they are and if they are as precise as some others.
Hi what is the best option and bright for toyota sienna projector I try morimoto Xb bulbs with denso ballast doesn't seem bright and sv4 looks same only look bright on wall not on road.
Hi Raju. HID is the best option for projectors. If you had trouble with the brightness from the Morimoto XB bulbs I would reach out to the seller to see if there is a replacement set or newer model perhaps, as based on our tests their bulbs are very high quality and very bright. Are your Denso ballasts 35w?
The link to the xtremevision hid bulbs does not work for me, what is the type of xtremevision hid bulb they you brought?
Hi Iban, very sorry about that. We have seen many products change on Amazon. Here is a link to them on eBay; ebay.us/hKm00K - I'll be sure we update the description here as well.
What about the temperature the bulb holder reach. Would these burn the projector reflective part?
They have UV coatings which help. The premium brands offer a better coating typically. I wouldn't recommend 50 or 55 watts, but instead to stick with 35W as they will run cooler than a 55W halogen.
So I found the DDM tuning HID bulbs but I have a projector I’d like to get that supports H1 bulbs and the car has a 9007 dual beam plug. I was curious as to what I need to get the HID to work with the vehicle correctly especially with high beams because I’ve heard that using the high beams would shut off the bulb and open the solenoid projector. Wondering if there is a set up to get so everything works properly before I buy or does it require rewiring in the vehicle itself?
For the DDM Tuning Kit should it gives me an option for the "Relay Harness." I plan on using the these for low beams and eventually purchase some HID for my high beams. It is smart to get the "relay harness?"
The Relay harness redirects the power to the battery, and uses a relay to signal on/off. CANBUS includes a built-in additional capacitor to trick the vehicle's system during it's checks, and also improves the uneven voltage from the vehicle. If your vehicle has a bulb-out indicator when you pull a headlight bulb, go with the canbus option. If it doesn't, it's smart to go with a relay, but many people skip it for ease of install. In that case, you are relying on the vehicle's wiring solely. Hope that helps!
hello
what do you think about DeAutoLED LED Exclusively for Projector Headlights ,
they are new at there website and they said that it could compare with the HID of them! plz what should i chose
HI Omar, we have tested them and they are right on par with the top performing Lumibright XT1's!
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Thanks a lot for the reply ❤️
Hi can you please tell me what you use to power that bulb at home? What kind of transformer are you using? Appreciate your help
Hi Peyman, I'm using a 10A DC Linear Power Supply so that the power is the exact same for every test, and similar to pulling from a vehicle (12.75v). You can check out our test procedures more in depth here; bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/
@@BulbFacts thanks
Hay CAN you HELP me i need a replacement bulb for hid kit cant seem to find one
looks like a H4-4 in h4-3 housing fully enclosed
@@sporn1012 I presume you have an AMP style kit, which is the most common for HID conversion kits. Here is an example of HID replacement bulbs; brisource.com/collections/hid-conversion-replacement-bulbs
very informative, what's the distance of the projector from the wall?
Hey billozy, you can find out test results here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/ We'll be extended the distance soon for HID Conversion kit tests. We have OE HID bulbs completed, but will be doing halogen, LED, and HID soon as well for best results.
Super helpful reviews! I ended up going with the DDM kit. In the mail now. My 2 year old Innovited 55w kit is starting to fail. One of the bulbs sometimes doesn't turn on and I want something brighter anyways. On unlit forest roads I have to end up using the halogen high beams. These are in a Integra stock projector. I believe those are meant for halogens. I also tried a Snorda "9000 lumen" led and it was horrible! LOL They were about as bright as the old dim halogens but more blue. The beam pattern was horrific too. They didn't project far and were narrow. I'm sticking with your advice and staying HID for these projectors. I believe because the LED's cannot disperse light in a 360 degree field like how HID's can, the light pattern gets messed up..
Thanks Andrew, glad to help! That is correct, an HID bulb is the best solution for a halogen projector. LEDs these days do work well too, but nothing beats an HID! DDM is a great choice, and we consider their higher tier products like the one we reviews in this video a premium product, but at a much lower cost. You won't be disappointed, just be sure to go with their Premium/Plus model or better for the better bulbs and ballasts, and stick with 35W to prevent burn-in hotspots on your projectors that a 55W would potentially cause.
@@BulbFacts Ah yes, I went with the 35w premium. :) www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CJ70YZ2/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have 3 DDM kits, 2 on my car, headlights and fogs (both projectors), and my motorcycle (reflectors) (35W and 55W). It was a budget option for $39.99 at the time so i didn't expect much.
The problem with these budget kits is that they are all great when you first install them but the light output diminishes very quickly. Right now i'm considering switching back to halogens as they would probably be brighter. DDM sells cheap replacement bulbs for $15 (pair). One Philips HID bulb is like $150 - you get what you pay for i guess. I also tried their Ultra Bulbs for $25 a pair. They lasted a lot longer, still have them but the light is also horrible after a few months, very dim.
There were also a lot of reliability issues with ballasts and bulbs - luckily still under warranty so they replaced them 3 times (they don't replace the hole kit, just the defective part so it's up to you to diagnose, they make sure you know they will charge you for shipping if you send them a working part). The 4th time i just gave up and didn't bother to make a claim (running a halogen for my motorcycle high beam atm)
15 years ago i got one of the first HID kits which was about $260 and i was perfectly happy with it for about 7 years, then one of the bulbs died. I forgot the name of the kit - "Catz" sounds familiar like someone mentioned bellow. Those bulbs never changed the color and were very bright till the last day. Not a single warranty issue either.
I wish someone did long term testing on HID.
I'm tempted to try LED but i understand they are still behind HIDs.
Thanks for the info Mickey, great stuff! We are in the process of testing the lifespan on Halogen bulbs, and will eventually do HID and LED as well. You do get what you pay for, but DDM's higher-end bulbs seem to last a while, as well as Morimoto and others. Of course an OEM bulb made by Philips or OSRAM is the best, but you need an OEM HID configuration to run them. The nice thing about HID kits though is that they all pretty much use AMP style connections and you can swap the bulbs out pretty easily.
I have a 2019 Challenger with Stock HID's the low beams are not very good on a rainy night. the car does not have fog lights. Are there aftermarket D3S bulbs that will deliver a bit more lumens? I would like them in the 5000 kelvin range.
Hey Sky1, D3S is a newer bulb style which contains no mercury, so they warm up quicker and require less energy to run (and last longer), however they are not as bright as D1S for example. You most likely have an OE style bulb as well, which last quite a long time but are not as bright. We have tested D-Series bulbs, and you can check out our video on them here; ua-cam.com/video/f_VwHnHE4Vw/v-deo.html and our latest recommendations as we test new products are always here; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/ Hope that helps!
I know this is an older video, but to my eyes the extreme vision with 7250k looks like 4800k and easier on the eyes and better vision. In the comparison to DDM Tuning, it's the DDM Tuning that looks blue.
Totally confusing because of the high rated kelvin on the extreme vision.
Hi Mario! Sorry about that. The camera picks up color a bit differently, but the DDM's did have a small tone of blue (a bit overblow in the video), where the Extreme Vision's had a rainbow effect to them, which was very inconsistent in color. You can tell by the road footage mainly, where it looks more reddish, but in real life it looked quite odd.
So I was looking at hid for my reflector housing. U guys took the results down and noted the test2.0 why did u take it down? Should I not get hid for my housing?
Yes sorry about that. Our focus was on projector style headlights, but I will look into adding that page back in the future. Just be cautious on the beam pattern, as in some vehicles an HID bulb will work well, but in others it might have too much glare due to limitations of reflectors. LEDs are able to focus the light better typically performing better in reflector style headlights.
Seems to me it would be more accurate have used kits that where all claiming the same kelvin rating. while they all appear brighter than stock, when I pause it at 5:55 and compare the 4, the xtremevision looks less harsh and closer to stock color...(which IIRC OEM stock kelvin is normaly 4300K i think)
Hey David, we tried to pick the closest to 5000k for each kit we could. Some kits only offer 4500k, 6000k, etc. Some came out way differently than the claimed rating which is why you see different colors shown. We'll be adding more color options in the future though, and sticking with 4300k is always the best choice for various weather as you mentioned OE. Thanks!
Also I am running the 6000k 55w Car rover h11 HID kit from amazon (canadian side) and it is an amazing hid kit!! I find it really bright and awesome quality!! It is on amazon.com as well give that a check if you guys wanna add another great kit to your list!!!
Thanks! I'll definitely check it out as I want to build up the HID kits from Canada.I have the BPS Lighting HID kit right now and would love to provide options to people in all countries!
Nicest reviews and compares in whole internet! Thanks, mate!
Thanks for the support, glad it's helpful!
was this before 55w kits started forming or were those just left out of testing? curious how those would match up, specifically Xentec kits
Hey Kevin, we left out 55w as they are not recommended for most headlights (plastic) due to the much higher UV light, which could cause dark (burn) spots in projector bowls. We did test 55w on these kits and the results were mixed, so we left it out for now. If you have a specific question though just let me know!
when you put one of the kits in your car .Do you replace all four bulbs or gust to bulbs.
He Lee, we actually test in a dark lab (and do road tests for a visual in the videos). You can find the details of our testing here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/
Hi. I know the DDM throws out 5150 but says 5500. Would the 4500 throw out less also ? If so, how much. I wanna go OEM as possible. I don't wanna blind other drivers. It can be annoying when drivers high beam you.
Presumably yes, but I am planning to test the lower color temp bulbs in the future including the 4000-4500k range. If you are looking to avoid glare, an LED may be a better option due to the design they carry; the diodes face left-right and don't put off as much light 'upward' like an HID bulbs. It depends on the housing though, but generally an LED is safer than an HID (unless you can find an HID 'RC' (reflector coating) style kit.
I've been watching your videos for a good while. Just by watching, I chose the LEDs for my reflector headlight for my truck. Also bought LEDs for my Altima that was recommended for the projector. Now im looking to upgrade my bulbs for the 2018 Ford Fusion. Its projector with a reflector high beam. My question, what do you suggest for it since it has a sealed one piece headlight housing and everything is behind a dust cover. I worry about over heating. Looking forward to your reply. Again, great videos and thank you for helping us with making the right choices.
Hi Mike, that is great! For your Fusion, you can still go LED as they in fact put out a lot less heat vs. halogen. The reason for the fan is to simply keep the LEDs as cool as possible as the brightness goes down as heat goes up with LED chips. You'll notice the headlight will be cooler to the touch. There will however be a small increase in heat in the rear of the headlight (where the cables reside) but it is a small amount. Hope that helps, and thanks for the support!
What did you for for your fusion? I have a 19 fusion and have tried so many LED and have been disappointed. I now ordered the DEAUTOLED HID kit and am waiting for that to ship.
Do you have a specific recommendation for an HID to replace an H7 halogen bulb in a aftermarket projector headlight?
Hi Michael, you can find our latest recommending here, as we keep this page updated as we test; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/recommended/ - Be sure that if you are changing out your H7 bulb, that you take a look to see if you need a special adapter/holder, as in some cases you may in order to install the bulb correctly.
nice test,
anyway,what wattage you use for each hid kit you used in the test?
Thanks. We used 35w ballasts that are included with each kit for the tests. We have done some 50/55w testing but it was inconstant. We'll try to get that posted in the future though.
What would be the best HID kit for a 2016 impala LT it has projectors on it....Im looking for a HID bulb that works well at night even in bad weather your help would be much appreciated thank you.
Hi Gilbert! The best brands are DeAuto, Morimoto, XenonDepot, GTR Lighting, etc. We have only tested a few premium brands so far, but are adding more soon. You'll need an H11 kit also, and if you want the best overall color be sure to go with something around 4500k. Let me know if you need any links or any more info!
Question! Are kits like DDM tuning, for a 55 watt kit on amazon go for like 100 bux. The best selling is Xentec, or Innovited for like 40 bux. How much brighter is a more expensive kit, assuming they are both around 5000 kelvin and 55 watts?
Hi R Mat, great question. The DDM products seem to be much higher quality (starting with their Plus line and up) compared to the others on Amazon. They are quite a bit brighter as well, as they use bulbs that are more precise and with higher quality salts and quartz glass. DDM essentially keeps their prices low while dishing out high quality products as they don't seem to market and advertise much, and limit their packaging as well. Most products from Amazon though seem extremely cheap, especially at the $50 and under mark. Many are not aligned right, and some even flickered quite a bit. But we still try to find the 'best' in that group for people in that price category that need something. Hope that helps!
@@BulbFacts Maybe could you make a video doing a fair comparison? Like take the top 2 amazon, Xentec and Innovited and compare to like morimoto and DDM tuning and tell us the difference in Lumen and Lux? Because If its like 10% brighter for 2x the cost then that aint worth it, ya know?
@@rmat9023 for sure! I'm planning a new video for HID conversions as there have been a lot of changes over the last few years, but you can take a look at the chart as this is up to date as we test; www.bulbfacts.com/hid-kits/chart/
@@BulbFacts oh thanks for that. So it seems some are closer to 200% increase and some are close to only 130% increase? If we are going purely on lumens.
@@rmat9023 correct. However while Lumens are important, the lux is most important which is directly effected by the beam accuracy and alignment, which is usually an issue for the cheaper bulbs.
Is it worth upgrading the ballast and bulb to 55W from standard 35W xenon/HID kit? Just wondering if I can upgrade my Audi HID headlights at all?
It depends if you have OEM Xenon. If you do, you'll want to stick with the same wattage, and instead upgrade the Xenon bulb to something improved. Here are our latest recommendations; bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/
I have a question and I think you can help me with it. I have a Kia Optima SXL that comes with hid Low Beam lights. The replacement HID Factory bulb is a D1S but I am told I can also use a D3S HID bulb. What is the difference?
Hey RonnieB300! You can't mix and match them unfortunately as they are a different in a few ways. The connection will be different, as well as the voltage they pull at the ballast. They are also more eco-friendly as they use no mercury unlike D1 and D2 series. Here is a video explaining it in more detail: ua-cam.com/video/lWte-9VAXV4/v-deo.html. Although we test in D1/D2 bulbs, you can use our chart as a comparison between them to help you choose: www.bulbfacts.com/hid-oe/recommended/
I’m torn on what to get for my projector headlights should I get the ddm tuning premium hid kit or the hikari ultra led kit I’m just not sure
Hey BEASTMODE 82! It's really up to you, but they are very close in output. The LED kit will be easier to install, but the HID kit will have a superior beam. You can also choose the color in the HID as well, whereas the LED is a static 6500k.
Quick question. I went with a DDM tuning 55w 5500k hid kit. Have you ever heard of them melting a headlight housing? I’m using it in a projector housing
Hey Ceasar, you will want to be careful there with 55w, as they run much hotter than 35w, and yes you could risk melting the headlights. I would recommend changing over to 35W if you can and you should not have any issues there. Many people do run 55w without issue, but you run the risk of too much heat.
BulbFacts I already returned the 55w and ordered the DDM 35w. I couldn’t imagine my wife’s new 4runner catching on fire 🤣🤣
@@cj0204 I am glad to hear that, great choice 👍
I wonder how the DDM Tuning ballasts compare to the Hylux ones?
Hey Peter. I know their Ultra ballasts are actually made by Hylux, whereas their Plus ballasts are not and are lower quality, but still pretty reliable. I would just stay away from their cheapest basic HID ballasts, as they'll be in-line with the likes of Amazon etc. in terms of quality. They do have a lifetime warranty, but it's of course a hassle to change them out and go through the RMA process.
Did you guys test the DDM 55W HID kit? Curious what the actual output was.
Hey Jackson, while we havn't listed any 55w results as they are not complete, the DDM Tuning Ultra bulbs (Plus and Ultra kits) did extremley well at +375% more light at 50w (compared to +291% at 35w). We always recommend sticking with 35w in a halogen projector as 55/50w gets very hot and could burn the projector bowl.
Thanks for the response. This is for a reflector housing. I actually returned the 8500k ddm plus 55w as it was too dim, so going with a warmer color temp. 🤞🏼
@@jacksonludwig8560 yes 8500k would sacrifice too much light output. 4500-5500k is the best range with a nice white light.
My chevy impala only has hi/low would you suggest upgrading to a HID kit? Or upgrade to LED?
Hi Nate, go with HID if it's a newer generation Impala, as newer Chevy's seem to have problems with LED. Be sure to choose a CANBUS ballast system type as well.
@@BulbFacts thanks
Would I need a canbus ballast system if it's a 2017
Hello, one more question? If I went to a HID, would the numbers be the same? My LED IS a 9005 hb3 I believe? It’s a single projector light housing? Can I use the same number bulb, for HID? Also, will I get a low beam, and a high beam, in one bulb, with HID? I’m not familiar at all?
Hi Mark, no problem. You'll want to go with the same bulb size correct. So if you have a 9005 halogen, then go with a 9005 HID kit as it'll fit correctly. It sounds like you may have a bi-halogen setup, which will turn into a bi-xenon with the HIDs. There is normally a flap that opens up, and it utilizes the same bulb for the high-beam in addition to the low-beam. Take a look at some other youtube videos for HID installation with your specific vehicle to get a good idea on how it's installed.
@@BulbFacts that’s correct. I have one and the round headlight inside the housing. Is that called a capsule headlight? Then my Chrysler has the reflector type inside the housing? To do this properly, I have to remove the front bumper? It’s just too tight of space, to try and work, and lock them in properly?
@@BulbFacts I just have a dust cover, covering the bulb, on the backside of the housing. Then the bulb twists in, with the 3 tabs, and the original wiring harness plug? There’s no metal clip, that folds over the bulb, like I see in some videos?
@@BulbFacts If I buy a 9005 kit, will it come with everything I need, or do I have to order separate parts? My LED’s are one bulb, both, low and high beam.
@@Mark-um3hm it would come with everything you need in terms of installed parts. If it's a sealed beam headlight (with a dust cap), you may need a 1" drill bit to drill a hole in the center of the cap for the wires to run through. Make sure the install videos you are looking at are for the same bulb type, as there may be different trim levels with varying lighting types.
Hello, where can I buy the DDM PREMIUM KIT? I’ve tried several LED BULBS, in my 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL, and I’m not satisfied, with any of them? They’re very hard to install also? Not much room to get your hand in there?
Hi Mark, you can pick up their premium kits here; link.bulbfacts.com/ddmplus - They're not too bad to install. The biggest difference will be the ballasts which you'll either need to mount under the hood, or fit inside of the headlight if there is room. I would check out some HID install videos for your vehicle to gauge the difficulty level for the install.
Best HID bulb test in UA-cam by far. Objective, professional, lab-tested, road tested. Could you tell the distance from the table to the wall? Keep the good work!
Thanks Rudolf! The distance is 12' to the wall, but we are in the process of re-testing all products at 25', and eventually further distances, so be sure to check the site for updates! You can find all of the test details here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/. We try to stay as transparent as possible.
Hey can you give me advice on which light bulb to use
Hi Mark, what vehicle?
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.
It's normal as it's the salts which glow during operation.
Allnof the kits were 35w? Im having a hard time getting a decent amount of light out of my projectors they are aftermarket and im wondering if is the projector not the hid or led kits?
Hey Bruno Rosales! Yes they were all 35w, as that's really that maximum you'll want to run in a halogen projector to avoid issues like bowl burn and overheating. The projector itself makes a big difference though as well, so if your light output is poor with an upgraded HID, you'll want to look into a better set of headlights, or a proper HID projector retrofit. Check out Headlight Junkies facebook group for some additional advise there!
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Thank you for quick response. Your advice was greatly appreciated.
@@brunorosales7387 glad to help!
Absolutely fantastic video on HIDs! I have quite a bit of experience with HID headlights, but I’m always open to new information and and seeing comparisons. Best one I’ve seen yet. If you were ever to do a higher end comparison, would love to see Morimoto up against Xenon Depot. Will definitely be subscribing, thanks!
Thanks John! We have purchased a few premium products including the Xenon Depot HID bulbs (both conversion and OE), and will be testing soon with our new 'version 2' test procedures which include lumens, and more headlight styles. We'll release a video eventually for the top premium aftermarket HID kits, but the next video will be the best OE HID bulbs, we have a LOT of brands and models to compare :) Thanks for the support and for watching!
does the ddm tuning need a relay harness to work properly
Hey Jorge, it depends on your vehicle, but in most cases you can install the kit without a relay harness. Some vehicle brands require the canbus model to work correctly.
Are HID kits easy to install like LEDs (plug and go)? And do they fit in every project type headlight or some of them need some kind of adapter like some LEDs? My headlights are stock halogen 55w and I want to swap them with something brighter.
SterNebula HID kits are a bit more involved to install sometimes, as some vehicles require a Relay harness, and some a Canbus adapter, but some will just plug right in like an LED kit. HID has an extra larger ballast that you need to fit or mount somewhere as well, whereas LED has a small external driver normally, and some kits have nothing at all. So LED is normally easier to install, but if you have halogen projectors, HID is the way to go. Just be sure to stick with 35W to prevent bowl burning, and go with a quality kit that has a UV coating on the bulbs to protect your headlights.
@@BulbFacts Good to know, thx for your reply.
@@SterNebulano problem always glad to help!
Hey Blaise! What is your take on best hid kit, period. No budget. Would you go Morimoto, or do you still prefer deautoled? Or would you go with something else?
Hey Neil! I have personally had very good success with both DeAuto and Morimoto, so I'd really recommend them both, and then it comes down to your preference of color. DeAuto works with CAN-BUS systems though for example VW, Audi, Kia, etc. that produce a bulb error out. Morimoto makes some specific kits though too but they are more expensive. I'll be testing more high-end HID kits in the future though, so I'll be able to give you an even better idea then.
Thanks for this great comparison! After testing numerous leds and "performance" halogens i was just about to give up, but the hids demonstrated here, specifically xtremevision, has given me hope!
Glad to help, let us know how it goes!
Is there a good 50-55w hid ballast that's not outrageous in price but quality? Also if changing from 35 to 55w is it necessary to change out ignitors?
Hey Bryan! The best brands would be Hylux, Denso, Hella, etc. The mid-tier would be Morimoto, DeAuto. You may want to check those out. Just be careful with 55w in a halogen reflector as you could get some burn to the bowl. The ignitors as long as they are PnP AMP should work the same on any wattage ballast. Hope that answers it!
What benefits do certain light outputs color and temperatures offer?
Hey Motor Mafia! The 'best' overall color for daily driving as well as inclement weather is around 4500k. A 'whiter' light like 5000k is better for clear conditions, whereas a 'yellow' bulb around 3000k is best for rain, snow, etc. Above 6000k starts to get 'blue' and becomes distracting and harder to see, as well as loses real light output lumens, so I woudn't recommend it. I hope that helps explain it better.
I love your videos man... they really helped me choose the right HID kit for my BMW X5!!
Thanks Pedro, glad to help!
Thoughts on casper/anti glare shield for reflector housings?
Hey Michael, some HID bulbs will fit and some will not as they are typically longer than Halogen. If it's a reflector though it's not typically wise to install HID as the reflector can only handle so much light and many headlights produce much more than the allowed glare by the DOT. LED is a much better option there, but HID is best for halogen projectors as they normally work very well and keep the light focuses with minimal glare.
I really appreciate the response.
Would you ever do a video on HIDs in reflectors and how casper shields affect beam pattern and glare?
@@lazarusrex9545 we certainly will! It's tough as some HIDs work okay in reflectors such as newer styles, but most reflectors scatter light and cause too much glare. It is in our plans to do a video there though in the future!
Hello what do you think about xentec hid kit? Do you recommend that kit?
Hey Faud Hasanov! The Xentec kit did ok from our tests, about on par with others, but the DDM Tuning is really the best kit for the money and was extremely bright.
Just stumbled on this video. Very good info and video demo. Like someone else mentioned, maybe it's best to compare same Kelvin temp in each Kelvin category etc, but I guess that would be a lot of effort. Myself I currently have hid 100w 4300k, bought for £20-£22 which is approx $28. It's awesome, I personally will only use 4300-5000k bulbs as they are the best temp for me. 6000k I had previously were not good at all in the rain. I'm using it on projectors of course.
Hey mo jo, thanks I appreciate that! I'm going to eventually buy more bulb colors and re-test, it'll be interesting to see how the different kelvin models compare. For now I tried to stick to 5000k as it seems to be the most popular. Some are 5000k, and some are 5500k though. The actual colors were close with some, and very far off on others. 100W is pretty high, no issues there?
@@BulbFacts Yes 5000k it seems is the most popular color, it still output very good amount of lumens and looks whiter than 4300-4500k. 4300k will perform better in the rain/fog/snow. My 100w is absolutely fine, no melting and projectors direct the light as design for hid. A relay need to be wired up and the bulb base on 75w+ are made from ceramic to withstand the extra heat. I think my hid kit operate at 78w efficiency as read from a forum someone measured the output.
Anything over 6000k is just rubbish tbh. I wouldnt even use 6000k. So if u decide to make a future video, just do it for 4300-5500k. Waste of time and money from 6000k onwards. Unless u r being paid to do it.
@@MattOn1010 I agree 100% there, however everybody's taste is different. I did mention in the video that going into the higher kelvins should just be used for show cars and such, but I really don't plan to test much over 6000k. I am going to be adding 4000-4500k options soon though, as those should be even brighter. And I always decline paid reviews :)
Hi there, I´m looking to buy a premium KIT what do you think about DZG HID ?
Hi Ignacio! We haven't tested that brand, but I'll be sure to add it to our list for future testing, thanks for the suggestion!
Should I use like 55w or 35w for low beam? or is 35w for low beams and 55w for high beams
Shizuru, I would recommend 35W for your low beams to avoid premature wear and issues with heat. For your high-beams, go with a quality LED kit rather as HID is not designed for that application as a standalone install.
EXCELLENT PRESENTATION... not just data, comparison on road with up to 4 parts in same screen. Direct to the matter.
Thanks Nelson! We want to provide useful information in a fun way, as the lab details can get quite confusing and boring to most :). We know people just want to know what the 'best' are, and although subjective sometimes, we do our best to do just that. Thanks again!
@@BulbFacts Thanks. Now that we are talking, I want the LED CSP MOST BRIGHTNESS & CHEAPER, what you suggest?
BulbFacts Dear friend, need your help, if I want for the "cheaper & brightest bulb", I should search for the "whiter" and the "higher lumens", right?. I think the LED are the better type. So, what is your selection for me?.
In case you need it, let you know that I have a variety of cars, so I need the following bulb size;
H-11
H-7
H-4
H-3
9006
9005
9004
@@nelsondesdepuertorico3779 no problem. In your case I'd check out our test results chart for LED products: www.bulbfacts.com/led-kits/chart/. Ignore the claimed lumens on Amazon as they are all inflated. We actually tested each kit. Lux and beam pattern is more important than lumens anyways.
Hello...
If you had to choose between a Canbus and a non Canbus 35watt AC ballast to put on a non Canbus system Toyota car what would you choose?
I won't run a relay harness cause it's difficult to order one where i live and all the cheap ones on ebay are not very safe or reliable cause they only use one fuse.
Hi TheAlexunit! The best way to test is to pull a headlight bulb and power on your low-beams, if you get a bulb out error a CANBUS would be needed. CANBUS modules can also help though with flickering issues (like a Relay) as it does not just rely on the power from the connector, but stores energy (relay pulls from the battery directly). If the cost is not too much I would choose the CANBUS option. Hope that helps!
BulbFacts
Thanks for your answer..
yes my Toyota uses H11 bulbs and doesn't require Canbus but i won't be using relay harness so i was wondering what is more reliable...
I also looked at the ballast input volt which says 9~16 for Canbus version vs 9~32 for non-canbus...
How is that translate in simple words?
@@K_N_44 the CANBUS module will help smooth out the voltage essentially, but the ballast already does that. You may want to get a basic kit and add the CANBUS module if you have issues.
BulbFacts If i pick Canbus will it be less powerful?
The ballasts im looking for have ground wire to bolt on chassis...
@@K_N_44 the CANBUS will be the same in terms of power but will help amp up the power initially on top of the digital ballast.
For a 2006 passat do I need and extra wiring for canbus or drl if I get the ddr kit ?
Hey L Smith, for Your Passat go CanBus! I think DDM Makes a 'Ultra' kit which is supposed to be CAN-BUS compatible, but I can't say for sure. I'm going to test it in the future. Also be sure to check out DeAutoLED, they make kits specifically for VW, and they work well. Cost a bit more though but are very bright. I ran the DDM Premium kit in my Jetta for a while and didn't have any issues. The standard DDM kit did have some flicker with the CAN-BUS system so you'll want to stay away from that.
What kind of a projector style housing was this in?
Hi Nesto, you can find the full details on our test procedure here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/#AMHID
Also how many kelvins would the 6500k ddm premium kit be you said the 5500k was 5150k I was wondering if the other one would be lower to if it is I would be more interested in that one nice tint of blue if it’s less than the 6500k maybe it’s 6150k please review it
Will do! We have only tested the 5500k model so far, but we'll be adding more colors to see how they work out, and will eventually have a color selector on the website.
Hello, I have a 10th civic and it comes with a pair of halogen bulbs with projectors. Do you think a hid kit is better than a led kit?
Hey Robin B! Yes in most cases HID is superior to LED in halogen projectors. If you can, go with an HID Conversion kit. You'll get more light and a much better beam, and longer throw.
I like that you consistently measure lux to compare output but it would be even cooler if you made an intergraded sphere or lumen tube to get a pure light output number as different housing will not perform the same.
Hey Jon! Great point! We actually started testing lumens recently with our integrating sphere, but haven't completed the aftermarket HID bulbs just yet, but do plan to add that in the near future as we add more products as well in this category.
We'll also be adding more headlight housings and applications as well, but that is a bit later this year.
How do I know if i need a relay? I have 2004 gmc sierra 1500 on stock halogens
Hey Ricky, most likley not, but I would avoid HID in your Sierra as you'll just scatter light. Check out some LED options instead as they are able to pinpoint the light and create a good beam pattern.
I don't know if my eyes are failing me, but here you say that DEAUTOLED is the brightest one, but it seems to me that the DDM kit is lighting up better than the rest. Am I confused here in any sense?
Hey Jehison! It's hard to tell on camera, but the DDM Tuning is brighter up-front, and the DeAuto is brighter down the road. They are both great options, but you'll need to pay a premium to get a bulb that produces a further distance. Hope that helps!
great video I have a few question i have hid in my projector i believe they are kensun 6000k 35 watt i like the lights and the slight blue but not as bright as i wanted, is the 55 watt brighter? how does the DDM Tuning hid 6000k 55 watt look like. do you think its brighter then the 35 watt 5500k that you showed in this video.
Thanks pat mac! Great questions. Moving over to 55w you will see a less white/blue color typically. For the Kensun, we tested the bulbs on 55w at 233% more light vs halogen, which is actually pretty good compared to the others, even DDM. The color at 55w was 4300k, significantly lower than 35w. The DDM Premium kit on 55w was 201% brighter, and 5550k ironically (DDM came up whiter on 55w for some reason, which is odd). Do keep in mind though running 55w will net you brighter results, but with a large sacrifice in the life of the bulbs, and risk of burning the headlight bowel itself from the higher UV light. I normally recommend against 50/55w unless you have the proper setup. I hope that helps, and we will be adding 55w results to our charts in the future!
Switch to morimoto or osram or Philips, best hids out there
@@Alvarwheezy you got it. This video is about aftermarket kits, we'll be doing a video soon for OE Xenon Bulbs! OSRAM and Philips are the way to go there.
Cool video. Did you put the brand new bulbs that come included with each kit or did you just swap the ballasts around when testing?
Thanks Johnnygga! I bought the kit for each and used the ballast they included.
Oh I meant like did you guys use the same bulbs but different ballasts for testing? Or used both new bulbs and ballasts that come with every kit?
We used the corresponding ballasts for the bulbs during testing. So for DDM Premium for example, we used the DDM bulbs and ballasts, as if somebody purchases the complete kit. We did do 55W testing and used a different ballast, but we'll notate that in the reviews. Hope that clears it up!
BulbFacts ok cool! Thank you! The reason I ask is because sometimes (most times) there are variations between different bulbs and even between batches of bulbs made. Since aftermarket bulbs don’t have the same stringent testing that Philips/Osram etc do. But cool comparison! Thanks!!
Oh see yeah we just tested the two bulbs that came in each kit, but you make an excellent point there! Always something to keep in mind, and our stats should be used as a general baseline on how something will perform. Our lux and (soon lumens) numbers are specific to how we test, but again serves as a good way to cross compare. Thank you for watching and for the comments!
Thanks for the videos, what projector you use in this video?
Hello, you can find out test process here; www.bulbfacts.com/how-we-test/
BulbFacts thanks
I saw your video, and i bought the DDMs from amazon. i hope these are better than LED, and fits my mazda CX-5
Hi Javier, that's great! I think you'll really like them over LED. Let me know how they work out!
How did you like them?
I’m thinking on buying me some
@@asanchez996 Same!!
@@asanchez996 i haven't installed yet, I received 2 days ago, I will let you know as soon I install them.
I thought they were brighter, but not bad, well I don't previous hid reference
Hi.so 35w or 55w for h11 better?will it burn battery?
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.
How about the 55w Innovited AC kit for $50? Is it close to the DDM Tuning kit you showed?
Hey uRiBiTo666! The Innovated 55w tests were actually very bright, and the brightest of the group! We havn't posted the results yet, but do plan to soon. I don't recommend 50/55W though in halogen housings as there is a much higher chance for bowl burn producing dark spots. 35W is the way to go there. If you have true HID projectors though 55W isn't an issue typically and are designed for the higher heat and UV.
@@BulbFacts interesting... I didn't know about bowl burn. I have an 05 civic with an HID Projector retrofit, so. I think I'm good. I did notice that the stock reflector was a little hazy at the top, presumably from 13 years of being exposed to the intense heat of a halogen bulb.
@@MrFastFox666 yes it's common as the halogen projectors are not set up for the HID bulbs, but the low wattage ones don't normally cause any problems. If you have a projector retrofit, that's as good as it gets! What projector did you go with? The haziness of your old reflectors was probably the UV rays from the sun, especially if that car sat outside a lot during it's life.
@@BulbFacts the low beam reflector was hazy only at the top, where light hit it. At the bottom, it was still super shiny.
I went with some generic 2.5" projectors from Amazon. They required a ton of adjustment and shinning on the bulb, but they work very nicely. I especially like the extra width compared to stock reflectors. For the price, they're pretty hard to beat. I might upgrade to morimoto Mini H1 projectors tho.
@@MrFastFox666 thanks! Yes even eBay and Amazon projector cheapies can work well, especially compared to reflectors. It's just better technology. The Morimoto Mini H1 Projectors are good I have read. If you have the room go with the new 5.0 D2S, they are among the best these days.
You have earned my subscription based on your videos. I recently purchased a sportiva hid kit but I plan to upgrade to the dm hid kit eventually. Do you mind reviewing the sportiva hid kits from tempest direct?
Thanks Darkness Bringer for the support! We'd be glad to look into the Sportvia HID for testing, thanks for the suggestion! The DDM Tuning product is very good for the price, definitely recommended once you need a new set. 👍
BulbFacts In terms of light output or what aspect?
@@dyingbreathe3611 in all really. For the price, they really can't be beat. Higher quality than most other products you find, output is amazing, and the color is on-par. Bulbs are of quality as well as the ballasts. All around great kit, more in-line with a $100-150 kit but for about half the cost.