15 best fog lamps

If it is necessary to replace a failed lamp in the fog lights of a car, the best choice would be the Narva Long Life model with an H11 connector, which assumes a several times longer service life than standard devices. This high-quality yellow halogen lamp guarantees optimal driving comfort and additional driving safety in all weather conditions, even in the most adverse ones.

In addition to all the advantages of this product, one cannot but add its cost. Being in the budget segment (there are also cheaper analogues, but calling Narva Long Life expensive anyway) this foglight complies with European ISO and ECE standards. In addition, system testing of finished products is carried out at the enterprise, therefore, if there are any complaints about quality from the owners, they are episodic and insignificant. In the reviews, as a rule, positive, there is an even glow of the lamp and a pleasant color temperature. Installed in fog lights, Narva Long Life H11 can last for ten years - it all depends on the intensity and conditions of their use.

The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER UNLIMITED halogen lamp with H11 base, intended for replacement in car head or fog lamps, differs from standard analogues in improved characteristics.Of the main announced changes, a significant increase in the emitted light should be highlighted, which, moreover, has become much more comfortable for perception. Thanks to these innovations, night trips have become safer, and long-term driving does not cause much discomfort to the eyes. Installed in the OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER UNLIMITED H11 fog lamps, they provide the best indicators of the glow range and, accordingly, the viewing angle. Increasing the light beam to almost 40 meters in low visibility conditions greatly increases the level of safe driving.

Another feature of the presented foglight is the blue ring on the bulb, which reduces the amount of glare. Users in their reviews confirm noticeable improvements over conventional lamps, while pointing to an insufficiently long service life of only 250 hours of operation. In conditions of infrequent use of low and high beams, the lamp will still last no more than a year, so it is more advisable to install NIGHT BREAKER UNLIMITED in fog lights.

A lot of positive feedback comes to Lynx H11 halogen lamps. Experts confirm the good workmanship, as well as the use of new technologies and materials by the manufacturer. Optics are durable and low power consumption. It was possible to achieve an increase in the resource by strengthening the tungsten filament. But not only the service life has increased by about 1.5 times, but the optics have become more resistant to vibration and voltage drops in the on-board network.The light beam turns out to be rich yellow, sometimes lemon.

Car owners who put Lynx H11 halogens in fog lights note excellent illumination of the road and curbside. It has become safer to drive at night in any weather. Suits users and affordable price. Of the minuses, cases with defective products under the Lynx brand should be noted.

MTF light Aurum H11 lamps have proven themselves in difficult weather conditions. Thanks to the two-layer interference coating, the optics emit a golden-yellow light beam. Its color temperature is 3000K. In rainy weather or fog, fog lights give a contrasting perception of the traffic situation. For the manufacture of optics, the manufacturer used a special glass that absorbs most of the ultraviolet radiation.Despite the high power (55 W), the lamps are safe for the plastic elements of the lamps.

Many users who have changed their standard PTF lamps to MTF light Aurum note a significant improvement in road illumination in wet night conditions. Pleases buyers and reasonable price. Some call them the best models for fog lights. The disadvantages of these electrical appliances motorists include a short service life.

For car owners who regularly make long night trips and have to use headlights frequently, Philips LongLife EcoVision H11 lamps are the best choice. This model is designed for the longest operating period, and will not require replacement for at least 2000 hours of uninterrupted operation. Despite this feature and compact size, the lamp is not inferior to competitors in the main technical characteristics, providing bright powerful light and better visibility on the night road. With a power consumption of 55 W, this device emits a luminous flux with an intensity of 1350 lm and a glow temperature of 3100 K. This soft yellow light perfectly “burns through” rain and thick fog.

This fog light has increased resistance to maximum loads and sudden temperature changes. Such properties are due to the high strength of the quartz glass from which these lamps are made. An added benefit of the Philips LongLife EcoVision H11 is its ability to provide better UV protection for your headlights.The presented fog light is popular with the consumer and deserves extremely positive reviews, however, like all original Philips products.

Xenite H8-18SMD LED car lamp is perfect for providing effective fog light that can guarantee safety on the road. This model has a 50% improvement in brightness. With a power consumption of only 1.5 W, the presented lamp delivers 360 Lm with a glow temperature of 5000 K, which guarantees an intense white light that best copes with bad weather conditions. Optimum visibility of the entire perimeter of the roadway is provided due to the wide angle of illumination.

This fog lamp withstands critical temperatures ranging from -40 to 85 ° C, and its operational life is designed for 40,000-50,000 hours of operation. In the reviews of the owners who installed Xenite H8-18SMD lamps in the fog lights of their cars, the functionality of this product and its full compliance with the declared characteristics, despite the low price, are highly appreciated. The latter factor additionally ensures the ever-growing demand and popularity in the domestic market.

If you need to replace the light in the fog lights of a car, you should pay attention to the improved model of the Hella H8 12V/35W + 30% lamp. Against the backdrop of increasing safety requirements, the Hella developers, in an effort to meet consumer expectations, have introduced a number of innovations, thanks to which it was possible to increase the intensity of the luminous flux.

Despite the claimed 30%, users in the reviews left question these data - there is a difference, but it is not so noticeable, at least to the naked eye. At the same time, the fog lamp emits light that is absolutely comfortable for visual perception (color temperature is 4000 K), demonstrating the best light output. The increased strength of the Hella H8 lamp and vibration resistance extend the service life.

To replace broken or obsolete car headlights with an H8 base, the best choice as a fog light is the MTF Argentum Light 12V / 35W + 80% model. Even based on the name, it becomes clear that this lighting device has undergone a number of improvements and improved its characteristics. One of the main changes to this lamp was the increase in power and amount of light emitted, which was made possible by the increased efficiency of the filament. The length of the light beam that this foglight is capable of projecting has also been increased by more than 10 meters.

The listed features have the best effect on increasing the viewing area and, accordingly, the speed of reaction to obstacles that have arisen on the road in conditions of poor visibility, which is confirmed by users in their reviews. Among other things, the MTF Light Argentum H812V / 35W + 80% lamp does not have a damaging effect on car headlights due to the unique ability to absorb most of the UV radiation due to a special coating and glass alloy. Also, these lamps are resistant to vibration and maximum temperatures, thanks to which they have proven themselves to be reliable.

The Japanese manufacturer managed to create a halogen lamp with a number of positive properties. KOITO WHITEBEAM III H8 combine natural yellowish light with a high beam brightness. Optics meets the requirements of all international standards, both in terms of light intensity and power consumption. When compared with a conventional incandescent lamp, the KOITO halogen with a power of 35W is comparable in brightness to 70-watt analogues of competitors. Experts note an increase in the luminous flux, it is close to regular xenon.

Users in reviews praise KOITO WHITEBEAM optics for reliability and durability. H8 and H3 bulbs work well. The disadvantages include the high price, some car owners make claims for low quality. It is possible that counterfeit products are supplied to the Russian market.

H27 LED lamps from the popular Chinese manufacturer SHO-ME have the most affordable cost and optimal performance. The luminous flux has a power of 180 lm, while consuming only 2.6 watts from the on-board network. Fog lights shine with white light, similar to daylight. During rain or fog, they perfectly complement the work of the headlights, additionally illuminating the road and the roadside, making the movement of the car safer.

There are many positive reviews in the reviews of the owners, among which the cost of the equipment and its reliability are most indicated. Despite the affordable price tag, the manufacturer designated the SHO-ME 12V H27W / 1 resource as 30,000 hours. An additional advantage and protection against possible marriage (even top brands are not insured against this) is a manufacturer's warranty for a period of 1 year. A wide operating temperature range is also positively noted: the lamps do an excellent job with their work from -24 to 80 ° C.

The bulb of the Optima Premium Ceramic discharge lamp is attached to the base through a ceramic ring, which provides better protection against vibrations and shocks. As a result, the equipment has a fairly decent service life, which more than compensates for the most expensive cost in this category. At the same time, the price does not affect the choice of the buyer at all, since the characteristics of the product look very worthy. Judge for yourself - the radiation of a gas discharge lamp has a power of 3200 lm, which gives the best "range" of foglights.The color temperature is represented by a wide range, and can be from 3100 (yellow) to 6200 K (white-blue), that is, it completely depends on the preferences of the owner.

In many reviews, you can find confirmation of all of the above, but it is the high resistance of the lamps to physical impact that deserves the most positive ratings, which is confirmed by successful testing in various conditions, including hard off-road. Ignition takes only 0.3 seconds, which is completely uncritical for fog lights. Optima Premium Ceramic shine evenly and evenly (in the whole batch) - the high-class and precise modern equipment on which they are made affects. The manufacturer's confidence in the quality of its products is not limited to statements, but is confirmed by a one-year warranty.

The manufacturer managed to achieve excellent technical qualities at an affordable price in Philips H27W Standart lamps due to patented technologies. In the manufacture of optics, quartz glass was used along with a special ultraviolet filter. Thanks to this design, it was possible to create a high pressure inside the flask, which prevents the evaporation of tungsten from the filament. The light bulb is not afraid of moisture, withstands sudden changes in temperature. Philips H27W Standart can be used in both fog lights and headlights. The color temperature of the light is 3200K, the warm current increases the comfort of driving at night and ensures maximum driving safety.

Domestic car owners highlight several advantages of Philips H27W Standart lamps.It is easy installation, reasonable price, long service life, good luminous flux.

Halogen lamps have a blue quartz bulb, due to which their glow temperature is somewhat different from the standard standard for fog lamps and is about 4300 K. This is not yet white, but it is close, in addition, the brightness also exceeds the standard. True, one can not even dream of 80% declared by the manufacturer, but the fact that they shine no worse than the leader of the race (rating) is a fact. In principle, Sho-me H3 did not have any obstacles to lead the category - the popularity of the participants in the market had more effect here.

As for the service life, Chinese halogens look more attractive precisely for this indicator. With a stable voltage in the on-board network, they can stand in the fog lights for more than one year (it all depends, of course, on the operating hours). In the reviews, there are often completely opposite assessments, which indicates the dependence of the characteristics on the batch of goods. It is for this reason that the Sho-me H3 lamp was in the third position in the TOP.

The most popular packaging manufacturer BOSCH offers excellent Pure Light H3 fog or headlight bulbs at a very affordable price.Budget halogen lamps from the category of "simple and cheap, but high-quality" do not have outstanding characteristics. They shine with a standard yellowish light and do an excellent job in conditions of limited visibility, as well as in rain or fog. They are not as bright as the leader in this category, but they can last longer.

Fog lights for BOSCH H3 Pure Light is the right place. In the reviews, the owners are restrained and laconic - no one expected miracles from them, but they definitely shine for their money. In addition, there is even many years of experience in the completely successful operation of these halogen lamps. At the same time, the defect practically does not fall into the hands of the consumer - the German scrupulousness and product quality control, which also works as expected in China, affects.

The choice in favor of OSRAM Super H3 can surely be considered one of the most practical. Among budget lighting fixtures for a car, it compares favorably with the fact that it is successfully used on assembly lines of various European manufacturers. The best characteristics of the luminous flux (according to OSRAM, it exceeds the standard parameters by a third) and the optimal color temperature for fog lights (3300 K) support high consumer demand, compared to the closest analogues from other companies.

As such, there is no warranty for these halogen lamps due to the short service life of only 1 year. However, OSRAM H3 Super can serve, judging by the reviews of the owners, much longer. Moreover, the price does not affect the choice at all, since it is in an acceptable range for any car owner.In the domestic market, under the guise of this product, you can easily buy a cheap analogue that will burn out the next day. For this reason, it is better to show some care, and even pickiness when buying.