Diode Dynamics vs Oracle Lighting - Side Marker Showdown!

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

I like the look if the Diod Dynamics better. The fact that you can see the individual LED's looks cheap to me. Great vid

[@swatdoggy]

I got the diode dynamics, smoked on a black car, looks great and the lights shine through great even in the daylight I recommend the DD's

[@exgrinder]

Just bought my Camaro yesterday and I think this will be my first mod!

[@jakebarron8810]

I owned both and the finish on the DD is way better then Oracle. Plus one of my Oracle markers failed after 3 months. DD is by far the better product.

[@rexkwando09]

Jake Barron agreed, I've seen quite a few people on forums that have had issues with their oracle side markers. Glad i waited.

[@Jhoodemcee]

My oracle side makers are messing up now after a few months too! 😟

[@n8_1le10]

I have Diode Dynamics and I love them. They look great.

[@joehafley8352]

If I get a PPF to protect my paint, I’m assuming they will cover those lights with film, correct? So I’ll need to change those before I get the PPF done? Or do they cut the film around those lights? Thx in advance!

[@usmcmsgt5487]

Oracle can be ordered totally tinted or painted on WestCoastCorvette or even cleared.

[@ecl1pz]

I ordered the Diode Dynamics. The selling point for me was the way the reflective material went all the way up to the LEDs. I liked the looks and the fact you had more reflective area. While I did prefer the more orange color of the Oracle lights, it wasn't enough to sway me from the finish of the Diode Dynamics.

[@Weirdracin]

I would say the slight white of the Oracle kind of brings it into par with the dark tail lights & 3rd brake light look.

[@keithjohnston3211]

My Diode Dynamics ghosted look awesome against the red of the car. matches the interior leather very well

[@mr3xklusiv]

I’d love to see the look of the paint matched oracle lights!

[@thefutureisnow1000]

Have the Oracle's, very satisfied. Actually like that they're less tinted that Diode plus Oracle runs with Dark orange up front vs. Diode's yellow..

[@Anthony-pi6pf]

for anyone looking for some now, i just got my diode dynamics yesterday, the orange is much bettter now!

[@RoadhogRNA]

I'm gonna go with the diode dynamics! I like the finish better! Nice job on the vid!!!!

[@rehabjunkie7758]

Just picked up my 2019 SS in Riverside Blue. I like the oracle lights when lit up, but like diode dynamics design better. Gotta go with Diode dynamics. Needs em blacked out.

[@timothybahr893]

I think the diode lights will look better on my camaro because it's mosaic black metallic. Awesome video with the side by side comparison

[@christopherbrown5338]

What else do you have to add to the "Diode Dynamics" to make them work. You video shows it to have an empty socket

[@Lethalgarage]

+Christopher Brown The stock light adapter

[@christopherbrown5338]

What is the stock light adapter? I confused because one has a LED strip inside & a plug socket (Oracle) where as the other is just a open socket, how can that be?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Christopher Brown watch my install video for a closer look. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6fVpoCelshreqc

[@christopherbrown5338]

Thank you brother! That was exactly what I needed. Love your video's. I want to do these and the dark tail lights

[@raydelfa1125]

Great comparison my brother, kudos....

[@alphacamaro8124]

I get big compliments on the Diode Dynamics. Very nice comparison

[@pappypappy6704]

I've been getting ready to get DD side markers and am glad to see your terrific video. I have to admit that I wish the front DD markers were orange and not yellow in appearance. However, I will still go with DD. By any chance has anyone heard anything about DD maybe working on fixing this issue?

[@MrDb406466]

Another fantastic review! You totally helped me out with this product comparison! I've been pondering both products for a few days now. Looks like diode dynamics for me! Thanks Matt!

[@justinemrich1701]

As someone that is very OCD especially when it comes to my SS. Based off of your review, I like the orange of the Oracle. However, I prefer the finish and how dark the DD ones are comparatively. This is a toss up, but given my nature i would probably go with DD for overall aesthetically pleasing look. Excellent review Matt per usual especially with providing unbiased opinion.

[@Late2Brake]

After seeing this review, i'm glad I went with Diode Dynamics. Not sure I would like the look of those divots in the Oracles. It's worth mentioning the DD in clear are a bit brighter.

[@slumlord66]

The dimples at the end of the lenses on the Oracles are just terrible. I went the the DD just for that reason alone.

[@MrCHAMMOND]

I have the updated tinted oracle side markers, black like shown, except the tint covers the entire side markers and leaves the LED strip visible leaving no "non-tinted" space. I like oracle better just because I can see the LEDs more clearly. I was worried that I made the wrong decision since oracle is more expensive and that Diode looks exactly the same but that is false.

[@Lethalgarage]

The only downside is Oracle is not DOT approved.

[@dragonzl1439]

Diode for sure, thanks for this side by side comparison, it was great!

[@JCunningham21]

It look like those are reflective. could you show that in a video at knight with them off?

[@Dungappy]

Im 17 and 6'3 and still growing, will this car be too small for me?

[@pmanning3688]

Jeeper D I'm 6' 3 and fit well, on occasion I may have to bend forward to see a light but you get used to it... I'm sure you will fit okay but go check it out and sit in one at a dealer. I think lethal is pretty tall and tall guy car reviews is 6' 10" and did a review where he talks about how he fits so you may want to check that out too

[@Lethalgarage]

I am 6'5" and fit pretty good. So you have some room to grow.

[@StreetSpeed904]

Oracle looks better to me. It would be nice to have that smooth surface and better reflective background.

[@tobym.4852]

Oracle looks more "true to life" with colors and the look seems to match the GM black/clear tail lights and 3rd brake light so that'll be the ones I go with to finish off my exterior

[@slothin21]

Sadly my Oracle side markers already have several burned out LED's on one marker. I am sending the one back to them for RMA. They worked for 2 months fine.

[@hecgranada86]

The Oracle bulbs look uneven, and cheaply made. Yes they’re brighter but the diode lights look more fancier.

[@sashag2615]

Thanks for always making quality videos 👍

[@camarochris78]

I use the DD because they look better on and off.

[@mewhowhat1]

The diode Dynamics in my opinion look better. They just look sharper to me and I like the yellow hue.

[@c6z061]

Having this dilemma right now. Think I'm gonna go with Oracle. I think they look better at night.

[@melvinlard]

oracle looks closer to stock which is better in my opinion

[@PabloRodriguez-cy6ge]

Hey Matt, I noticed you dont have a license plate in front of you car. Have you ever gotten pulled over for that?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Pablo Rodriguez I fear to answer this question for the bad karma that will follow

[@PabloRodriguez-cy6ge]

LethalGarage 😂I get what you mean!

[@solkim23]

Good review ! DD look like a better pick for me

[@cubanamerican22]

6:08 you're welcome.

[@moonscoasttocoast]

At least on the Challenger, the Oracle version is very poor quality. I've had one fail on me after only a month. We'll see if they honor their warranty.

[@gabea.458]

My OPINION is making them stand out with tint or clear doesn't look good, again just me. I think it draws attention to a part of the exterior that should not be the focal point. The car looks much cleaner when they blend in. If it was left to pure design, these lights wouldn't exist. . Oracle makes paint matched versions with ghost paint over the lighting, so if that's what you like then you only have 1 choice. It's a shame DD didn't offer the same because they look really good as well. I thinks it's cool people have the a choice though so they can get what they like.

[@salvadorlopez-ol4ul]

I like the diode dynamics ones better

[@JCunningham21]

The Diode Dynamics have DOT numbers on them now so I can prove they are legal. The one Matt is holding has numbers on it. I assume all of them do?

[@A_Burly_Gnoll]

J Cunningham are the dot numbers on all of them or just the orange /red ones? I thought the rest are not legal

[@JCunningham21]

i just noticed on lethals that the one he is holding has DOT numbers on it. That was the deciding factor for me to buy. If they dont have numbers on them there is no way for you to prove to a officer that they are legal. I dont have a set. also the lethal5 code is not working because they are doing free shipping

[@hawkup2]

you deserve the subscribe button.

[@Lethalgarage]

+hawkup2 thanks

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it very good

[@DaBigG]

Awesome Vid... Just Got My New 2018 2SS with Blacked out Tail Lights and this and the Third Brake Light switch will be my First Mod’s... I think I will be going with the DD’s.. Thnx...

[@christopherbonanno1120]

Oracle looks brighter and other one I will not buy due to this review and my visual inspection from this KZbin viedo However. Stock is worth more latter on. Keep it all stock.

[@harleymike77]

I ordered the Oracle side markers when they were first released. First 4 I received were full of "divets", and had to be returned. It took FOUR shipments for them to get it right! No apologies from them, and very costly for me to ship and return these. Their Customer Service is ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE. I will NEVER purchase anything from Oracle again. EVER. To do it over again, Diode Dynamics all the way!

[@slothin21]

Mike K. Yeah I already have several burned out LED'S on one strip. I was shocked when they said I have to pay to have it shipped back to them. Failed in less than 3 months

[@harleymike77]

That SUCKS!!!!!!!!!! I'm waiting for mine to burn out as well........Just a matter of time.......HORRIBLE product, and like I said, I will NEVER purchase from Oracle again.........

[@MrMediina1]

DD $160 > O $300

[@nibotkram7743]

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[@jimphares]

DD all the way!!!

[@rudydomkowsky7313]

Blah blah blah talking to much😁

[@Lethalgarage]

Feel free to watch the other videos on this topic.... oh wait