Halogen Bulb Showdown: H8, H9, H11 - Which Is the Brightest Choice? 💡

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In our latest KZbin video, we compare H8, H9, and H11 halogen bulbs to their LED replacements, focusing on the universal H11 LED's versatility to replace all three. We dissect the similarities in rubber collars, metal tabs, and wiring while highlighting the differences in brightness and compatibility between H8 (35W, for fog lights), H11 (55W, for headlights), and H9 (65W, for high beams) halogen bulbs due to varying tab sizes and positions. We've rigorously tested various LED options to provide you with the ultimate choices for your vehicle, whether you're upgrading fog lights, headlights, or high beams. Join us in making an informed decision about your automotive lighting needs; remember to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more illuminating content!
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 - Intro
00:23 - Halogen vs LED Bulbs
00:57 - H8, H9, H11 Halogens Explained
01:27 - Halogen Bulb Test Fit
02:43 - H11 LED Bulb Test Fit
03:21 - H8, H9, H11 Wiring Comparison
04:32 - Halogen Limiters Explained
05:18 - How to Identify Halogen Bulb Differences
05:38 - Halogen Bulb vs LED Testing
05:53 - H8 Halogen Output
06:04 - H9 Halogen Output
06:14 - 511 Halogen Output
06:25 - LED Street Compliance
06:49 - Outro
🔦 H8 Halogen Output: 633 Max Lux
🔦 H9 Halogen Output: 914 Max Lux
🔦 H11 Halogen Output: 787 Max Lux
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Note: This video is for educational purposes only and may show street-use content with products that may not be DOT-compliant for use on public roads. The video is not intended to imply vehicle-specific street legality. LED and HID bulbs are street legal in the USA for fog light use and not in low beam or high beam headlights because they are not compliant with DOT / FMVSS108. When looking for on-road-use headlight upgrades we recommend DOT-compliant headlight housings, not bulb replacements. Certain specialty vehicles strictly limited to off-street use and not having DOT registration or license plates may use these products exclusively off-streets. International street legality varies by country. For detailed clarification on-street use, go to www.headlightrevolution.com/s...
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[@ojassurve95]

Finally a video explaining this, I've been going crazy trying to figure this out for the past 6 months

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're welcome, glad we could help!

[@IJayJayI]

omg me too, i bought a set of 6 and got all the same h11 was like huh??? and returned them because thought was different and wrong sizes. this video helped a lot.

[@wingtsang7354]

Been running H9 in lieu of H11 since one of my Morimoto 2 Strokes burnt out. Vey impressed with the output and it’s lasted as long as I’ve had 2 Strokes. Finally upgraded to H11 Xtreme LED pros because of the fan less option. It was truly the best bang for your buck. 👍

[@HeadlightRevolution]

The Xtreme LEDs are a great option if you're worried about fan failure, glad you found a good replacement!

[@shawnm8232]

So that's why I've been getting blinded by so many people. I gotta get H9 for all my lights now.

[@Bang-Bang9erGang]

YES!!! Tht 💩 burns my as,now I'm doing sum about tht.

[@allanmarcelo4742]

Hi. What is the best headlight LED bulb replacement for my 2018 Toyota C-hr?

[@hendrylyly3662]

Are H11, H9 and H8 the same? Yes, H11, H9, and H8 are the same bulbs they just carry different part numbers, positions, and default wattages for standard halogen bulb replacements. Aside from these minor differences, all three are identical on every other front from size and shape to locking tabs and connectors

[@alfietuddenham1941]

Any chance you guys could revisit D1S Led bulbs? They’re all over the internet now and a lot of plug & play options. I’d love to get your updated opinion before I decide to give them a try over my current osrams.

[@shawfinb]

You nailed it ! Thanks alot

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're welcome!

[@nicholasselvaggi54]

My 2015 Dodge Dart GT has 2012 headlights and H11 foglights. I currently run Osram 9006 Night Breaker Online headlights and H11 Night Breaker laser foglights. I've heard 9012 are brighter but have yet to find a light brighter than my Osrams.

[@lee99lee99]

but if you put a more powerful (65w) bulb instead of a 35w bulb won't damage something in that light housing (like the inner part of it,the reflective mirror)?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You would only have to worry about heat damage with higher-wattage HIDs - the most you have to worry about with higher-wattage halogen bulbs is poor reliability. More wattage typically means a shorter lifespan.

[@Rei_n1]

Excellent vid. Also the product looks super useful especially for mod 3 with such low/aero efficiency biased ground clearance

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Absolutely, we agree!

[@akiohyeon1059]

I have halogen bulbs, I want to switch them to Leds. Do I need a bellaster for the Leds to work, or is there a led that is like a "plug and play" i could put in?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

These LEDs are competely plug and play, no ballast required.

[@mustafabilal2086]

Why is this channel so informative 😩

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We want you guys to be as educated as possible! 📕

[@vijayraj48]

Could you please make a video for H7 vs H8 bulbs and which brand gives better brightness. Thanks

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We can note that for a future video!

[@rschreck876]

What’s the best LED replacement for H4 Hella glass headlights?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Morimoto 2stroke 4.0, SV4, or GTR Ultra 2.0!

[@ijj0777]

❤

[@ConnorsEpstein]

I currently use a Toyota Camry 2006 Model America Spec..please I'd like to know the following: 1: What is the best Head Light Bulb Brand or top 3/5 head light bulb brand 2: When I drive at night, my car light bulb is never bright, do I change the entire head light housing or just the bulb? What do I do? 3: My car head light housing is dull and the front glass is dull, does this affect the light brightness? Please what do I do? Do I change the entire house

[@HeadlightRevolution]

1. Morimoto Lighting, GTR Lighting, SV4, Philips 2. How old is your current bulb? What are the condition of the lenses? Is the bowl burnt? Try replacing the bulb first, and then go from there! 3. Yes, a hazy lens will make light output worse. You can either re-finish the headlight lens or replace the headlight altogether.

[@VAVA38731]

Hi there! I am planning to swap out my halogen h8 35w fog lights from my a4 b9 as they are a bit yellow. I was wondering if i can swap them with led ones. Can i safely use some led with a wattage higher or lower than the 35 on the halogens as it seems i cannot find some 35w led. Thanks

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes you can safely use LEDs in your fog light, they produce much less heat than halogen bulbs.

[@manjurahamadmomin6261]

I need to know which LED bulbs to be best for my Passat B8 ( with LED) …. Need more light.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

If it's an OEM LED headlight, unfortunately those bulbs aren't replaceable!

[@vova_berezka1]

K5Cmini h7 4300/6000

[@vova_berezka1]

K5C mini h7 Passat b8😍

[@ConnorsEpstein]

What is the best brand to purchase when it comes to head light bulbs

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Morimoto Lighting, GTR Lighting, SV4, Philips 👀

[@Sledgemasterrrr]

Best new LED headlight assembly for a 2009 toyota camry?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Not sure about a full headlight replacement, you might just be limited to LED bulb upgrades!

[@cheapandevilgirl]

nice submariner

[@wellh1804]

I have a 2020 Nissan rogue, I need to buy the low and high beam headlight bulbs LED (set of 4)my question:; is there a difference between the high and low beam bulbs, I know that the brightness is normally different between them, but is it because the bulb itself is more powerful and brighter, or it is the shape of the light housing itself is what makes the light brighter when it reflects. Anyone knows? Thanks

[@HeadlightRevolution]

The low beam uses an H11 bulb type, the high beam uses H9. If you're replacing them with LEDs, it would all be the same size - H11.

[@wellh1804]

@@HeadlightRevolution thanks for the reply So in this case I already have the Sylvania H11 as a low beam. So I have to buy another H11 and no need to order the H9. Right?

[@wellh1804]

But is it gonna be brighter as a high beam or it will be the same shine of the low beam, ie I’ll have 4 lights the same power of brightness?

[@BobieFPV]

Can i modify an h15 be fitted with h11? My setup is that my h11/lowbeam is brighter than my h15/high beam 😅

[@HeadlightRevolution]

H15 will not be compatible with H11 sockets or connectors.

[@BobieFPV]

@@HeadlightRevolution yeah,i thout i could make a DYI connector but i was thinking how about the mounting sockets on the headlight. 😅 thanks for the info. Btw... Love the videos bro

[@darpk77]

Cab h11 led bulb and h8 led bulb be replaced with each other?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, they can be!

[@Ferhatyz]

I didn't understand the video very well because it was not in the same language, but I have a question: Can H11 be installed on a vehicle with H9 high beam? Is there any difference?

[@Ferhatyz]

And this is valid for the new photon LED headlight I will buy.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, H11 can be cross-compatible with H8 and H9 bulbs.

[@Ferhatyz]

@@HeadlightRevolution But while h9 is a 12v 65w bulb, h11 appears to be 32w. Does using 32w cause any problems? Can 32w be used instead of 65w? thank you for replying

[@RevdJoelAshirwadam]

There's another one H16, 19W bulb

[@jacksonleung4479]

I agree, my 18 Highlander has H16 fogs at 19W. I wonder, if I replace them with a set of higher watt leds, will they be capped at 19W?

[@RevdJoelAshirwadam]

@@jacksonleung4479 to be on the safer side, it's better to install a relay kit and install H11 55w or H8 35w

[@VoltisArt]

Why Joel's advise matters: Electrical devices with different wattages are more dependent on the device, not the power source. A lower wattage device will run normally in a high-watt situation, while a high-wattage device can burn out lower-watt lines and fuses, and even start fires. Before upgrading, be sure your fixture and wiring (all the way to the source, depending on your application) support _at least_ the wattage of your device. Think of it this way: The power source does not _push_ power to the device, the device _pulls_ power from the source. If it pulls too hard, bad things can happen. This is why tiny night lights are fine in your home's wall socket, but a big guitar amp might burn the socket or blow a fuse. The device is usually fine in both cases.

[@Ali.086]

ماذا عن H16 ?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

H16 is also cross compatible with H8, H9, and H11

[@waynec369]

Yeah... like who in the hell is enforcing DOT compliance? That's right. No one.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

😂