Alpharex vs. Morimoto Headlights for 09-18 Dodge Ram | Pricing, Style, Performance & More!

[@chrisd4283]

One of the most comprehensive videos I have ever seen. Great job, and thank you for doing the homework for us!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Our pleasure!

[@Theanimal182]

Love the styling on the alpharex, was going to sell my morimotos XBs and buy brand new 5th gen style Alpha rex nova series but after watching this video im sticking with my Morimotos. Plus I had the XBs on 3 diffrent rams now. Should tell a person alot. I stand by Morimoto.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Good choice!

[@John28078]

I have had nothing but trouble with the alpha rex. I'm changing mine to morimotos

[@jahns1586]

Alpharex pro with a high quality HID kit is the best bang for your buck IMO

[@jeremys8360]

Morimoto xb with some good fog lights and you’re golden

[@dmsndy]

Morimoto makes fog lights, I have them in my Silverado and my daughters Altima

[@HeadlightRevolution]

That's the perfect combination 👌🏻

[@shaheedbarket6044]

The video i needed!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're welcome! 👌🏻

[@JayRays1truck]

I prefer the AlphaRex Nova headlights. I had those on my 2003 Ram 2500 and I plan on adding them to my “new” 2016 Ram 2500 as soon as I can

[@PondstompingAdventures]

Alpharex is better for slower ditch driving, and the morimoto for more highway speed punch. (Less foreground light washout). Like others have stated morimoto XB combined with their fog lights, and you are golden. Best of both worlds in my opinion.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

It's really the perfect combination!

[@bryceweaver01]

Love the videos. One reason why you would consider the alpharex pro would be if you currently have already upgraded to HID bulbs but are ready for the better housing.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Exactly 😎

[@bryceweaver01]

However, if you have stock projectors, like I do. The pro model will need an extra adapter to work properly, according to their site.

[@RabatinLLC]

Yea saves you from having to remove the hid kit

[@SuperAndrey33]

Definitely morimoto especially since they have the amber LED as well.

[@jimcuthill4556]

Thanks for this video comparison. Living in a dark rural area, I was happy to see this because I am about to do some upgrades to my 2011 Ram. Consideration must be made for oncomming traffic, I take no thrill in blinding them on low beams. I have an aftermarket lightbar, that I use to light up the world and ditches when I have the road to myself.

[@JSalazar5.7]

Morimoto XB Hands down

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We love Morimoto! 🥰

[@Miles0370]

Ya but you dont want to blind other people do you?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

The Morimoto XB LED headlights use bi-LED projectors, if aimed correctly you'd never blind oncoming traffic 👌🏻😎

[@jesssbe5point7]

are these flickery on the road???

[@JSalazar5.7]

@@jesssbe5point7 nope there perfect

[@Moment2Forever]

I went with morimoto xb which are great but it definitely offends uninformed drivers, they see the dual led projectors and think you’re driving high beams on even though the amazing sharp cut off lines only ever get in peoples eyes when you’re going up a hill, otherwise it’s awesome. However i think the entry level alpharex with hid bulbs would be amazing lights

[@birdlaw1019]

Exactly the information that I was looking for!

[@russellwickham8334]

As a driver seeing one of these oncoming, I would much rather face a Morimoto than an Alpharex because the Morimoto keeps their intense light directed straight down the road, rather than scattering it all over. And since I'm considerate of those who share the road with my Ram, that seals the deal for me. Thanks for the review.

[@solofett7222]

Stay away form alpharex there warranty is terrible had them for 2.5 years the driver side low beam stopped working. I’m out of warranty and they can’t sell me a board they can’t repair it and they can’t sell me a single light ? wtf morimoto has 5 year warranty it’s a no brainer stay away from alpharex I spent $1800 for 2.5 years wtf terrible

[@solofett7222]

Update I have the Morimoto XB they are a lot brighter then the alpharex stay away from alpharex

[@dannyg3615]

I appreciate the update bro ​@solofett7222

[@bobby7732]

I had an Alpharex fog up and called them about it. I had a full set on my doorstep THE NEXT DAY! The owner called me and talked to me about it and it was basically zero questions asked here’s your new stuff send back the old. The weee about 6months old. So I can’t say enough about how good the warranty is. You aren’t being realistic when you say it’s a bad warranty when asking them to do uncovered repairs and also sell you a individual headlight that would look different than the almost three year old one you have installed. LEDs need to age together they fade over time and that’s a well known fact. Alpharex has a phenomenal warranty.

[@n.elliott9122]

If you had issues with a board any body that's an electronic technician that repairs computer boards can fix your headlight and most of the time you can find a college student that's a going to school for electrical engineering to repair it.

[@TheIamdevin]

Can you do this exact test but for the 19+ ram 1500's?

[@shiningstaer]

Alpharex. Classy and still a heck of an upgrade

[@eh235]

I bought the Alpha Rex Nova but wish I had gotten the Morimoto XB because it's brighter, and it has adjustments for side to side, unlike the Alpha Rex. The Morimoto is slightly less money and has a 5 year warranty, unlike the Alpha Rex warranty of only 2 years. I do like the look of the Alpha Rex slightly better, but I should not have let that be my deciding factor. Hope that helps 😎👍

[@iammattjones]

Ive got thr ARexx Luxx and they are pretty decent. You are right, thr down road proj3ction is weak, but the spread is really good. Im in Chattanooga, not far from you guys, and ive got to keep an eye on the suicidal deer this time of year. I REALLY wish ARexx would make the top of the line light with only 2 proejctors instead if 4. It just screams cheap and i hate the look. That was the deciding factor on the Luxx, despite being a less bright and less focused light.

[@Papolucho702]

Alpharex seems to have more usable light in the immediate area, Morimoto have a very intense spot beam. Can’t go wrong with either but Alpharex might be more useful.

[@keloduma]

I agree

[@jahns1586]

I’ve had both and as far as light right in front, alpharex was better. But, with some good fog lights like diode dynamics ss3, the morimoto is the best pick.

[@DizzKidz]

I wouldnt get alphas. I've had too many issues with mine.

[@timlepez4958]

Great write up and detailed video! I love the styling and look on those alpharex with the gen5 look, but I wished they did the blinker light differently, it's a bit too much with 3 led strips serving as blinker... therefore I prefer the "regular" alpharex for the 4th gens. morimoto looks good to but they are quite expensive. a set of Pro lights with an upgraded bulb would be my go to. not maintenance free but i like that the bulbs can be switched out, call me old school but I prefer that.

[@Sparkplugs_and_Sawdust]

I'd go with the alfarex Nova series, seeing as the low beam is a lot wider and shines on a bigger scale with a nice cuttoff yet. Yes, the morimoto is brighter, but the low beam is too much of a spot beam....if you have all these aftermarket lights adjusted correctly, they will shine as far as the other.

[@Johnny_Utah187]

You can actually get projector led bulbs now. With a cutoff for reflector headlights. The bulb itself is an actual mini projector.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

They do exist, but they're very large and definitely wouldn't fit in an aftermarket housing like the Alpharex Pro headlights.

[@daasebre]

loving the content, have you guys thought of testing the vland headlights for the 4th gen ram?

[@creedskimmer]

Appreciate this video guys, cheer's.

[@timberwolf_services_ltd]

Both the Nova and the XB look fantastic. I may learn towards the Nova simply as i am looking for more light directly in front on low beam for offroad driving as i have spot light bars for far off. Thoughts on this?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

While both are great options, Alpharex does tend to have more foreground lighting which will light up the right directly in front of you. Keep in mind, this will take away from the distance lighting the XBs would provide when you're not driving off-road.

[@hyperaspect7760]

13:40 weird question lol what’s the lift on the truck and offset i love it

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Not a weird question at all! Unfortunately, we’re not sure about the lift and offset since the truck belongs to a customer. Sorry about that!

[@dirkdig3628]

Cool breakdown of the headlight., why not throw in Lesem headlights? Seems like they are coming up and their design looks good

[@HeadlightRevolution]

This comparison was done by popular request, we haven't heard of Lesem yet.

[@jassemalzahrani4502]

Idk 1500 for headlights is just wild to me i just cant justify that even 800. But great video probably the best i have seen

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you! 🤙🏻

[@chacecardiff3441]

Great video. Thank you!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad you liked it!

[@andrewphilpott6566]

Question. Can you install GTR 2.0 LED and Mini LED in the Pro headlight housings instead of the halogens? Will all the wiring/equip fit?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, you can use LEDs with the Pro headlights!

[@davereeves1967]

Is the beam height on the LUXX adjustable while on the truck? I put them in last night and the driver side is significantly higher than pax. Didn't have time to do more than try and stick a 7mm socket in the hole for the factory adjuster only to find nothing there, and didn't pay attention to the housing when I installed it.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

There should be adjustment tabs on the back of the headlights - check out the last few steps in the Alpharex install guide where they mention the mounting bolts and aiming instructions: alpharexusa.com/09-ram-headlights-installation-guide/

[@FonzyBikes]

Morimoto has been around for a long time. What about Alpharex? They are close enough in performance and price, but I would sway to Morimoto because I keep my vehicles for a long time.

[@iHernandez620]

Why not put led bulbs on the alpha red pro??

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You can install LEDs if you'd like! But at that cost, you could also get a full LED headlight such as the Luxx headlights.

[@andrewsef]

I have such a weird question and have been looking for a front bumper bar for my 1500, love the one on this 1500 in this video? Is it custom or where did you purchase that!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

This was a customer truck we used for the video, not sure about the bumper bar. Sorry man!

[@MXvsATV144]

I wish they would’ve compared the factory quad beam assemblies with a decent set up LED balls to compare light output… hundred dollar LED bulbs in our quad beams and oil boy they shoot a lot of light out and it would suck to go to projectors and have that dimmer down road

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We’ve tested countless LED setups, and while $100 Amazon LEDs might seem impressive, they won’t outperform a full aftermarket unit like those from Morimoto or Alpharex. High-quality projector-based headlights are designed for better focus, beam pattern, and overall performance. Plus, they’re engineered to maximize output while maintaining proper road safety standards-something most budget LEDs just can’t achieve.

[@MXvsATV144]

With the Alpha locks, can you put different LEDs into them?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Alpharex Pro headlights have changeable bulbs, the Luxx and Nova series to do not as they are a full LED assembly.

[@M3rcy00]

XB with good fogs your good to go

[@joeyg1463]

will these fit the 2019 1500 classics?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, these will fit classic trucks as well.

[@crs1474]

I’d take the halogen one and throw LED bulbs in it. Pattern is very good.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Good idea, the Morimoto 2stroke 3.0 LEDs work very well with the Pro headlights!

[@crs1474]

@@HeadlightRevolution I was thinking some Auxitos or Hikari. It just seems like Morimoto has let their LED bulb tech stagnate/age while Auxito, Hikari and other brands have taken leaps ahead. But I get it, there’s more $$ to be made in headlamp assemblies, auxiliary lamps and such. I will admit the 2stroke 3.0 has very very good cutoff.

[@theantman3788]

Wonderful video. I have a question for anyone reading this comment. I own a black 2015 Ram Big horn with a chrome grille and chrome bumper. Does anyone have a recommendation on what headlight and color scheme to go with? Lux chrome or black or moriomoto black with amber DRL or white DRL? Really struggling to pick what would look best.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

The chrome headlight would definitely match the chrome grille/bumper 👀 But the Amber-DRL looks great on the Ram truck.

[@fasstimes9122]

Are the Alpharex Nova Services adjustable?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, the NOVA series headlights are adjustable.

[@muddybadgers5205]

I have the morimoto xb hybrid on my 2018 f150. The low beams are phenomenal, but the high beams are garbage. They might as well not even exist. You get no extra distance. Just a tiny hot spot above the low beam cutoff line against a wall, but it's brighter below the cutoff. So basically, the low beams themselves are brighter than the high beams by themselves. You only measure more lux on the wall because you measured below the cutoff line where both beams are putting light.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Those Morimoto XB Hybrid headlights have separate adjusters for the low and high beams, so it sounds like the high beam alignment might need to be checked. The high beams on the XB Hybrids are usually fantastic - sometimes even outperforming the XB LED Headlights in terms of output. Once aligned properly, you should notice a significant improvement!

[@muddybadgers5205]

@HeadlightRevolution I adjusted them up until there was a gap between the low and high beam hot spots, then went down until the bottom of the high beam hot spot just started to touch the low beam cutoff

[@jamesarmstrong9424]

Can you run HID in the alpha Rex pro?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You can, but be mindful because the heat from the HIDs could definitely cause the projectors to burn over time and that can't be fixed easily, or cheaply.

[@EDMguy8870]

I have a gen 5 2500 and had the Alphrex Pro and the Light output at night was AWFUL. I tried running H7 LED Bulbs and it had a weird pattern. I did ALOT more research and found the Mirimoto XB LED was the best bang. There is Z E R O comparison to the 2. The Mirimoto's are better them OEM LED on the Gen 5. I know this is not a fair comparison but I was under the assumption the Alpharex was LED as far as the Headlights..... they are not, And the Sequential Turn signal that the Daytime Running lights all flash togeather is kind of way overkill. The Mirimoto's has just the OEM location Turn Signal that flashes and the Bottom Bar of the DRL dims which is Really nice. Also you can do Solid Turn or Sequential, Which I choose Solid. Not a fan of the Sequential. I think they are worth every Penny Just my $0.02 :)

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Great review, thanks for sharing!

[@chamakese55]

Morimoto XB have a led built in. The alpharex luxx series is pretty close with led built in. You're comparing the pro to the xb

[@iscarian]

Morimoto XB's arriving today!!!! Stock output on the factory RAM headlights should be illegal!!!

[@5.7daniell]

Great video

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thanks!

[@keloduma]

I don't like the Morimoto XBs wonky cutoff. I'd get the Nova, XB hybrid or Pro since I can upgrade that Halogen to a way better bulb.

[@jeezyskillz]

That’s because they didn’t adjust the horizontal adjustment, once properly aligned the cutoff is straight, I went through the same thing with mine.

[@dsuv59rt21]

I have a 21 HD , I can't find much on your site, can you help? Thanks

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We have a ton of great options, check them out here: www.headlightrevolution.com/buyer-guide-by-vehicle/2021+Ram+2500_with_Halogen_Headlights You'll find both the Alpharex and Morimoto headlight replacement options here. If you need more help with products, please reach out to us directly - [e-mail] or 218-755-5200

[@TonyMurillo-nf8hk]

Can you tell us more on the warranty on the morimoto hb?

[@MXvsATV144]

Everyone says the MoriMoto is the best quality ever but I wish they would come out with a newer “5th gen Ram design, not something that feels like a fourth GEN that only has one blinking yellow light instead of the whole headlight going to yellow

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Totally hear you on the new designs! Morimoto is already working on it with the new XB Evo headlights. Maybe we’ll see something fresh for the Rams in 2025 - stay tuned!

[@MallyandB]

Can’t you just put an LED bulb in the alpharex pro?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes you can! For the Pro Headlights, we recommend the Morimoto 2stroke 4.0 LEDs

[@lukesakry5475]

Do they sell in pairs or singles

[@HeadlightRevolution]

These headlights are sold as pairs.

[@alankirkham5598]

My Alpha Rex low beams went out in less than a year. Not impressive

[@HeadlightRevolution]

😞

[@johng241]

I am finding wherever I can to report how terrible Alpha rex products are and their customer service. I had a set purchased for a toyota. Impossible to level them from the install and they did not want to help. Always the customers fault. I then had an issue that everyone kept flashing me and I later discovered the lights were constantly changing brightness on their own. shortly after that, the filled up with so much condensation that it looked like someone poured water into them. The units are not even a year old. I have been trying to work with Alpha Rex for months now and they keep telling me they are looking into it if I can ever get them to respond. Makes it impossible to drive your vehicle when the lights don’t work and there is no concern from the company to address. Absolutely horrible customer service.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Good to note, and thanks for sharing your experience! Hopefully they can step up and get this issue resolved.

[@johng241]

Thank you for the response. unfortunately they are making no efforts and appears they have no intention to help. @@HeadlightRevolution

[@gregy3660]

As much as I hate to say it Alpharex is a horrible company their warranty is worthless and headlight revolution is not much better. I bought a set of Alpharex nova series and passenger side doesn’t work. Keep in mind I bought these in the beginning of December 2024. Now headlight revolution has my money and I have a truck I can’t drive as it gets dark. Neither company will respond and take ownership of the issue.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We’re just getting back into the office today (Monday-Friday) and want to assure you that we’re working on this as quickly as possible! Unfortunately, Alpharex is a drop-ship product, and per their policy, all warranty claims must go through them. That said, we’re doing everything we can to expedite the process and resolve this for you. Thank you for your patience, and we’ll keep you updated!

[@jimmymesser1626]

I’ll stick to my $200 knockoffs

[@HeadlightRevolution]

To each their own 👀

[@jimmymesser1626]

@@HeadlightRevolution I mean they are sick don’t get me wrong… but $1500😅

[@buffbutters3]

Just use led bulbs instead of halogens