High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights or xenon headlights were widely used for automotive applications 15 years ago. Also called HID lamps or bulbs, these headlights differ from fog lights. HID lamps are used to illuminate the front of the vehicle and provide a supplemental high beam of a standard headlight system.
On the other hand, fog lights are used to reflect snow, fog, dust, and other particles in the air and were developed for use on dangerously dense conditions.
In this article, we give you the list of the best HID headlight replacement kits that are currently the preferred headlight HID conversion kits the world over. But first, we shall tackle some info about this revolutionary device that changed how car lovers travel at night.
What are HID lights?
Known as the lamp without a filament, HID bulbs produce intense light similar to a mercury vapor lamp. Inside the lamp of an HID bulb, a pressure gas is excited between high-voltage electrodes.
The bulbs are filled with xenon (a noble gas) which turns into white-hot plasma within seconds when charged (switch on). One HID bulb can provide a tremendous amount of brightness compared to traditional automotive bulbs.
What are HID conversion & Xenon conversion Kits?
HID conversion and Xenon conversion kits are a revolutionary concept introduced by different automotive manufacturers. In this concept, xenon gas is used (together with other noble gases) in manufacturing bulbs that are almost as thrice as better than standard halogen lamps.
The HID and Xenon replacement kits can provide 300% more light and also reduce electricity consumption by 35%. HID headlights are now the modern tools that keep you safe driving at night while they also enhance the lifestyle of your car.
The list of various products that we will review later is just some of the best in the field (in terms of quality and price).
What is an HID Color Temperature?
Contrary to popular belief, the ‘color temperature of HID lamps’ is not the rating of the brightness of the bulb or HID kits. However, the Color Temperature is the measurement, in degree Kelvin, which indicates the hue of a specific type of light source.The light produced for HID bulbs is highest in lumens between 3400K (more output) and less about 6500k (less output). Always remember that the higher the number of the color temperature, the more “purple” (or darker) the light will appear to be and the less actual visible light there is.
So, to be more precise, when ordering HID headlamps and you want a model that brighter than the other, use a smaller number of color temperature for identification. HID kits are usually rated at 4300K-6000K (for one bulb).
On this color temperature, 4300K is the brightest.
If you have tinted windows, the lights are still clearly visible.
Watch this video on How to Install an HID Headlight Kit:
Best choice
SEALIGHT Scoparc S1 H11/H8/H9
Premium pick
Cougar Motor LED Headlight Bulbs All-in-One
Best value
BEAMTECH H11 LED Headlight Bulb, 50W 6500K
7 Best HID Headlight Replacement Kits Reviews
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Beamtech is one of the industry’s leading suppliers of quality HID headlights. The Beamtech H11 LED Headlight bulbs are extremely bright and could last more than 30,000 hours on average use.
The H11 comes in pairs, each has only 25W of power consumption, but as we said, they are extremely bright and the best to use if you are frequently traveling in the countryside. These HID Headlights are the latest in the Korean (Chip Size Package) LED chips and the lights are double-sided giving 8000lm of brightness per set (4000lm each light).
These headlights are so easy to install and don’t require professional skills. You can mount the lights without using special tools. Furthermore, the lamps emit low heat and use low voltage so your battery won’t be drained even in prolonged used.
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If you want extremely bright headlights without using much power, the Nineo H11 H8 H9 LED Headlight Bulbs are just some of the most ideal choices. This all-in-one conversion kit utilizes customized CREE LED chips that provide well-made and handcrafted lamps with fine and tidy soldering joints.
The 2-piece headlights allow for a 360-degree adjustable beam angle so your night vision is very clear on either side of the road. The wide-viewing-angle utilizes slim side design to ensure a far-reaching view.
The Nineo LED Headlight Bulbs don’t overheat even with prolonged use as the lights are designed with a cover-less dual ball bearing fan that ensures maximum cooling. The fan spins at an astonishing rate of 10,000RPM but with minimal resistance and operates quietly.
This Nineo LED can last up to 55,000 hours that uses 30V of power and a power output of 60W for both headlights.
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The Cougar Motor LED Headlight Conversion Kit is priced at less than $50, one of the cheapest in the aftermarket stores. The HID lamps come in pairs with each light rated for 60W and 30V. One of the best features of this headlight is that it has a small but powerful TurboCool fan, which cools the bulb.
The fan spins at an amazing rate of 10,000RPM but doesn’t emit sound or noise. The fan is housed in an aviation-grade aluminum. The unique cooling system will ensure that your headlight will last longer.
The pair provides a combined brightness of 7200lm, brighter than any other brand. The Cougar Motor LED Headlight Bulbs that come in an all-in-one-kit are CanBus-ready and are compatible with most modern vehicle’s computer systems. However, if you are not sure of what type to buy for your car, you can always contact your preferred dealer for further info.
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The RCP D3S8 Xenon HID Replacement Bulbs, which come in pair, use only 12V of power and 35W of power output. These low-power use bulbs are ideal for light trucks and small cars.
The Ice Blue Metal Stents Xenon HID headlights have a bulb length of 3.3 inches and just 1.6 inches wide (base), while the whole assembly is just 2.2 inches long. These headlights are from different materials sourced from other countries: such as the Plansee electrode (Austria), APL material (USA), and messer xenon (Germany).
These replacement bulbs provide about 500% of lifespan compared to other brands and more than thrice the brightness (3,200 lumens).
However, these lights only consume half the power of other HID headlights (35W) which make these bulbs more economical.
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The Sealight Conversion Kit is an S1 Series 12x CSP Chips which provides Low Beam/Fog Light Bulbs (6000K White) and ideal for dim halogen replacement. The pair headlight bulbs only used 40W of power but can produce 6000 lumens (2000 lumens each bulb) of brightness, twice as bright as ordinary lights.
If you want a more modern look for your vehicle, this conversion kit is highly recommended. The slim design of Searchlight Headlight Bulbs provides a handsome look, especially for smaller cars.
This conversion kit delivers better visibility for drivers that focuses and produces maximum light output with a far-reaching and wider reach. The lights are adaptable to most weather patterns; like when it’s snowy, rainy, foggy, and hazy.
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This all-in-one conversion kit is a top CREE LED chips that use 60W of power (each bulb). That’s twice the power of ordinary HID lights. The headlights come in Cool White 6000K providing high lumina efficacy Flux Up of 7200 lumens per bulb.
The CougarMotor Headlight Bulbs has superior LED chips and can last 50,000 hours (almost 6 years), longer than any other brand of the same class. If you are always out of the road on most nights up to the wee hours of the morning, expect your bulbs to withstand the long hours of use. The bulbs have a temperature range between -40C up to 80C. Even under extreme cold weather is not a problem.
Furthermore, the CougarMotor LED Headlight Bulbs has its shell material made from aviation-type aluminum that provides the lightness. The aluminum casing is highly resistant to corrosion.
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If you want real value for your money, the Xentec 9005 6000K HID xenon bulb bundle might interest you. This package might be the one you are looking for.
The bundle comes with 2 Xenon HID Headlights, rated at 35W (both lights), a 35W Digital Slim Ballast, and other accessories.
The price is also most favorable to you because the bundle is priced just like there is a promo. The lights come in Ultra White, which also fit other models, like 9011, 9055, 9145, HB3, and H12.
Some of the accessories that come with this bundle include car harness and a connector. Unlike other brands, the Xentec 9005 6000K requires professional installation to make sure the bulbs are fitted and assembled well.
Some of the good things about Xentec 6000K is that its xenon gas chamber is accurately located to coincide with various OEM’s bulb to produce the right beam pattern. Moreover, to enhance performance, the HID lights’ digital ballast provides consistent output.
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Conclusion
So there you have the best HID headlight replacement kits currently available in the market today. But if we have to choose the best among the best, we will probably choose the RCP D3S8 Xenon HID Replacement Bulbs. These headlamps just suit our small car with a color temperature of 8000K, it is just enough to brighten up our nights when we travel. Did I tell you these bulbs punched a staggering 6400 lumens of brightness (3200 lumens each bulb)?
Furthermore, the price is just right (we can afford it) while it provides 200% brightness against our old halogen headlights. I guess we can be safer using these HID headlights.
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