20 best H4 halogen bulbs

If your car is not a premium class, and you are not used to equipping it with top-end spare parts, but are looking for a way to save money, then you have the best lamp for these purposes. Finding a product on the modern market even cheaper is almost impossible, but it got into our rating not only because of the low price, but also because of the reliability, which real buyers write a lot about. Yes, the honey can not boast of maximum durability and reliability. This is rather a confident middle peasant, but it costs almost half the price of the nearest competitor.

The brand is Russian and produced at home, hence the price. There are no fakes on the market, since counterfeit manufacturers are simply not interested in budget models. As for the shortcomings, they also exist. For example, as buyers write, here quite often comes across a factory marriage, and sometimes critical. Before buying, it is strongly recommended to check the integrity of the goods, and it is better to refuse online purchases.

Xenite is a purebred Asian brand. He comes from Korea, but produces his products in China and exclusively for the European market.In order to somehow compete in the market, the manufacturer took strict compliance with European quality standards as a basis, and they succeeded. The halogen lamp with H4 base showed excellent results in the tests. It is bright and works well for hours. The product has all the necessary certificates of conformity, so you can safely put it in your car.

In addition, due to the low popularity and fame, there is no chance of running into a fake, and the price tag is quite adequate, although not the lowest on the market. This lamp got into our rating due to the high user rating. On marketplaces, it scores a lot of points, and reviews praise it for its simplicity and reliability. In general, nothing exclusive. Standard halogen H4 at an attractive price, often found in retail stores.

The American company, although it has existed since the end of the 19th century, is not as popular in Russia as its competitors. Nevertheless, it is worth paying attention to the products of this company, if only because of the low cost. In addition to the price, buyers note a clear cut-off line and high brightness of the light beam. During operation, General Electric H4 is stable and shines brightly enough (color temperature 3200 K).

Despite the more than attractive price, this halogen lamp has a great "survivability". So, in one of his reviews, the owner boasted that he had been using these products in his car for the third year already.They also expressed satisfaction with the sufficient brightness and reliability of halogen lamps, because during this period they always turned on the headlights when driving at any time of the day. The only negative is that the lamp life is slightly lower than that of rivals. In general, the General Electric H4 is a strong middling, but the low cost allows the American to take the second line in the rating.

Despite the fact that you can see the inscription “+30%” in the name, this lamp should be classified as standard, because the increase is not so significant as to classify it as a class with increased brightness. Such a small increase made it possible to keep the cost at a fairly low level, which cannot but be attributed to the merits. Finally, according to independent tests, this model has the best sign and shoulder illumination in the class. The illumination from the high beam is also good - 102 lux, which is one of the best indicators.

They perfectly illuminate the path ahead of the car, stand out among competitors with a weighted price and are not inferior in reliability to more expensive analogues. A powerful beam of light with a faint yellow tint provides the best result when driving at dusk, on foggy and rainy roads. They do not have a xenon effect, but for night driving they are the best choice in this category.

In pursuit of increased power, manufacturers are trying in every possible way to bypass their competitors. Even 5 years ago, an indicator of 120% was something transcendent, but today we see lamps with 200% and this no longer surprises anyone. Moreover, such products are not necessarily expensive, and we have direct proof of this. For its class, this is quite budget lighting and, judging by the reviews, the light bulb shines really brightly. But not everything is so rosy. Otherwise, this product would have taken a much higher line in our rating.

There are quite a few negatives about lamps and it primarily concerns durability. Yes, the light is powerful, bright.The shade corresponds to the declared one, only the service life is much less than that of the same lamp, but with a standard power indicator. This completely eliminates the attractive price tag, since you will have to change the modules more often. In addition, it is generally impossible to predict the moment of combustion. This can happen a year, or the next month after installation in a car.

The last place in the rating is occupied by not the brightest, but very versatile lamps. Buyers note the excellent level of illumination of the curb with the dipped beam on. An important role is played by the color temperature - 3300K. This ensures excellent visibility even in conditions of snow, rain or wet asphalt, in which the now fashionable white light is useless. Also, one cannot fail to note the lowest cost in this category - almost 2 times (!) Lower than that of competitors.

Despite this, the General Electric H4 Megalight Ultra halogen lamps do their job perfectly, demonstrating a noticeable increase in the luminous flux in the central part of the illuminated area. Yes, and calm, with yellowness, the light is most suitable for lighting at dusk. With it, you can also clearly see the path in fog or rainy weather. The only drawback is the lack of a special coating on the flask around the low beam spiral, which should reduce the level of blinding of oncoming cars.

Bosch is one of the top three leaders in the lighting equipment market for cars, and this is no coincidence, as it produces the most reliable lamps with a long service life and the highest quality assembly. This product is another confirmation of this and this is clearly shown by independent tests, which are very easy to find on the Internet on specialized forums and websites. The product has been repeatedly tested by experts, and the reviews of ordinary users fully confirm the conclusions of professionals.

The gain here is 120%, so the bulbs shine brightly and give a uniform stream without gaps. The flow temperature is mild, so in the city you will not annoy oncoming drivers. We also note the high level of copy protection that Bosch applied in this product. It is no secret that this brand is often counterfeited, but a complex box with a small information booklet and a few holograms significantly complicate the work of fans of counterfeiting.

The German brand Osram is not just considered one of the top brands on the market today. It is he who produces the most reliable and durable lamps, and also often becomes the founder of innovative technologies. Now we have a novelty in 2022, which has made its own little revolution. It is a halogen lamp with the most powerful luminous flux and 200% enthusiastic performance. A real monster, with which even the darkest corners of the track will be bright as day.

At the same time, the quality of the lamp itself did not fall, but even increased by 20%. An excellent result, and this is not just an advertising slogan, but a real result, which is confirmed by official and independent tests.In general, this is the best and brightest H4 lamp, but with one very important drawback. The price here is more than 5 thousand rubles, and this is another record set by Osram with its new product. Not every driver is ready to put such lighting in his car, so the goods are not so common in stores.

The best halogen lamp is the one that perfectly combines high quality and reasonable price. The ratio is complex and not as common on the market.Now we have just such a model, which is written a lot in reviews on popular marketplaces and specialized forums. The xenon effect here is created by a color temperature of 4000k. The H4 form factor and the P43T standard cartridge allow them to be installed in any car, regardless of the design features of its headlights.

The lamp is bright, while its stream is directed strictly to the road. Pachek does not hit under the bumper, as often happens, but it does not dazzle oncoming drivers either. Also note the absence of a white curtain, which is found in light bulbs that create a xenon effect. Simply put, an excellent balance has been achieved here, and in addition, the bulbs work out perfectly for the prescribed period and rarely fail before the time specified by the manufacturer.

Despite all the patriotism, we cannot seriously recommend this lamp for purchase. Yes, the color temperature is almost 5000K, which is closest to daylight, but the manufacturer achieves this result by simply painting the bulb blue. Moreover, the biggest problem is not in the paint, but in the absence of a reinforced filament, which leads to a significant decrease in the level of illumination of the roadway, because the light emitted by the spiral is simply absorbed by the paint. In addition, many users note not the longest operating time.

However, the luminous flux spectrum of this halogen lamp is as close as possible to white, which creates a certain xenon effect. If we conduct a comparative power test with other models in this category, then the MTF-Light looks very decent.True, in fog and twilight, the lighting is not entirely comfortable due to the high absorption of white light, but this property is equally applicable to all sources emitting at this frequency.

In second place are very correct xenon lamps. These "halogens" passed their "baptism of fire" during the Le Mans hour races. The Koito H4 Whitebeam Premium proved its endurance and the best advantages at the Paris-Dakar rally. Having successfully passed the test in such difficult conditions, they received a well-deserved award - the recognition of the leading automobile concerns, which entered into direct supply contracts with Koito for the original equipment of the car.

Unlike cheap Chinese fakes, the model from Koito received not only a colored bulb, but also a brighter spiral, which together allows you to get a white-blue tint of light without losing brightness. Indeed, buyers praise a very long (according to some statements, up to 3 kilometers, which we, of course, doubt) beam. It is also worth noting that the low beam is slightly more yellow than the high beam. This provides better visibility during precipitation. Finally, buyers note a fairly long lamp life. The only drawback of Whitebeam Premium that comes to mind is the price. Still, giving more than 1.5 thousand rubles for 2 lamps is quite a lot.

One of the most important criteria when compiling a rating is reviews of real buyers. The more of them, and the higher the total rating, the better, and now we have one of the most popular halogens on the market. There are a lot of comments on the marketplaces below it, and the overall score is close to five, which is not very common. However, there is nothing surprising here. Firstly, it is a top brand whose product quality can be 100% trusted. Secondly, everything that is written on the packaging is the truth, and not simple advertising statements.

Let's not forget about the adequate price tag. This lamp has a xenon effect, but it costs quite adequate money. Not the cheapest, but acceptable compared to other products from the manufacturer's catalog. In addition, the resource here is doubled. Since there is no amplification of the luminous flux, the lamp is as reliable as possible and operates at its optimum load without going beyond its limits.

For xenon lamps, cooling is very important and many brands neglect it. Now we see a product equipped with its own cooler and intelligent control system. The fan cools the lamp and itself is able to adjust the rotation speed in order to select the optimal parameters depending on the situation. This is not a novelty on the market, and other brands have been using this solution for a long time, but competitors have similar products that are much more expensive.

This xenon is also as cheap as possible, which is another definite plus. It's just hard to judge the quality. There are reviews about the product, but they are contradictory. For some, the lamp worked for several years and perfectly coped with the tasks set, while for someone it burned out after a month or did not tolerate vibration. Apparently, the manufacturer does not really follow the quality, and it is very easy to run into a marriage. It is also difficult that such moments are not visually determined at all.

The best lamp for car headlights should be not only bright, but also as reliable as possible. Especially when it comes to the xenon effect, since these bulbs are the weakest in terms of durability. But if Bosch takes over, you can be completely sure that they will get a really reliable product, and tests by independent experts confirm this. This light bulb has a doubled working life, and as the practice of those who already use this product shows, everything is really so.

Nothing surprising. High-quality materials, scrupulous approach to work and high-quality assembly do their job. True, and the price is appropriate, but this drawback haunts all the products of the German brand, no matter what it produces. But you do not have to suffer with the wrong direction of the light flux and other troubles that occur with cheaper xenon bulbs.

The main problem with xenon lamps is that in addition to the bulbs themselves, you often have to buy additional related modules that do not come standard with either the lamps themselves or your car. But there are brands that sell a kit ready for installation right away, and one of them is now in front of us. This manufacturer cannot be called popular, there are few reviews about it, but for the indicated amount you get everything you need, so the price tag is leveled even more.

It should also be noted the resistance of the lamps to vibrations. This is in the product description, and the information is confirmed by tests conducted by a popular automotive portal.Despite the fact that the brand is Chinese and the easiest way to find it is on AliExpress, and not in retail stores, the products are of quite high quality and reliable. Vibration is really well tolerated, and even significant. And according to the characteristics, there is a light temperature of 6000K and 2600 lumens.

Surprisingly, the average price per winner of the rating has settled on the level of good halogen lamps. For such a low cost, the buyer receives a sufficiently high-quality assembled xenon lamp, which is not only not afraid of shaking and bumps, but also gives out a pleasant warm light. Among other things, the owners note an interesting system for changing the direction of the light beam. In the standard position, the lamp shines strictly straight, but if you turn it clockwise in the socket, the beam drops slightly, which allows you to form a clear cut-off line.

The owners really like the stable bright glow - the lamps do not flicker, they warm up rather quickly and reach the set power. The reviews have the most positive ratings, which emphasize the affordable cost and high performance of the model. Buyers who installed Bixenon SVS H4 in their cars are firmly convinced that they made the right choice.

In modern incandescent lamps, manufacturers are trying to abandon the classic tungsten filament, replacing it with other, more reliable and modern materials. In this case, we see titanium. This is a rather rare solution, but as the practice of real users shows, it is quite adequate. The reliability of light bulbs has increased significantly. They have become more durable and received additional resistance to vibration.

But it's not just the thread. It also uses a non-standard base. Its format is of course H4, but it is made of a special alloy. We will not go into technical details, but this moment also played in favor of the reliability of the product. We also note security. It is extremely difficult to run into a fake. The manufacturer supplies the lamps with a complex plastic box with special holders. It is unprofitable to fake this, even taking into account not the lowest price of the copied product.

Halogen lamps often do not shine as we would like. Of course, each motorist has his own preferences, but there is also a parameter of elementary convenience. This product has maximum flow temperature balance. The light is not yellow, but not white, like xenon. In practice, this gives a complete absence of a curtain, when during rain or snow the driver completely loses his bearings, as he does not see the road. Here the flow is just perfect. It doesn't matter if you have high beams or low beams.

You can not ignore the quality. This is Bosch, which already says a lot. The brand's products have always been famous for their reliability and durability. This is no exception.It is easy to find reviews of real buyers on the network and there is practically no negative among them. Accordingly, the overall score is high. True, it is worth noting a large number of fakes. This particular model is very weakly protected. Just one hologram and the simplest packaging.

Philips products are always of the highest quality and meet ECE requirements. It is these characteristics that for a long time have been the engine of huge demand from the European consumer, and even more so from the domestic one. Thanks to the latest technologies used in the production of halogen lamps for cars, they manage to improve and endow the product with exceptional properties.

A special feature of LongLife EcoVision is a guarantee of a long service life, which is four times the standard values ​​(3,000 hours!). The special strength of the quartz glass and the filament make the halogen lamp excellently resistant to constant vibrations. In addition, a car lighting fixture is able to withstand any temperature difference without the slightest risk of damage. Owners who have given their preference to LongLife EcoVision H4 when replacing standard lamps are satisfied with the choice. In the reviews, there are often such assessments as: “set it and forget it”, “it is well lit in the rain and twilight”, “they do not overload the wiring” and other statements in a positive way.

The world leader in the production of lighting products OSRAM (and concurrently - our rating in this category) does not save on innovation and uses only high-quality materials. Ultra Life halogen headlights for cars are an advanced product that lasts several times longer than comparable bulbs. The manufacturer guarantees uninterrupted operation for at least four years (2,000 hours). These data were obtained as a result of intensive tests under different operating conditions of this unique product.

If you use modern LED running lights for daytime trips, then this period increases many times, and it may very well be that once replacing the standard lamps with OSRAM Ultra Life, the owner will forget about this component for the entire life of the car.