The best H4 lamps: a rating

Unlike single-mode H7 models, type H4 headlamps are built on two incandescent spirals, that is one is responsible for the passing of the dipped beam and the other for the far beam. Today it is one of the most popular lighting accessories for cars, because as a constructive solution of this type it allows to abandon the usual "halogens", replacing them with mono-xenon or even bi-xenon version.

We'll figure out which H4 lamps are the best, what you should pay attention to first and foremost, and what are the advantages of those or other types of lighting accessories. In the calculation will be taken the opinions of experts in this field and reviews of car owners.

In order to identify and identify more clearly which H4 passing lights are the best, we will present all respondents in the form of a rating. It included both classic versions and more advanced versions with increased resource and some effects.

The best H4 lamps

Classic models:

1. "Phillips" Vision.
2. MTF-LIGHT LongLife "Standard" plus 30%.
3. OSRAM "Original" Line.

With increased light beam:

1. "Philips" X-Treme Vision plus 130%.
2. MTF-LIGHT "Argentum" plus 80%.
3. OSRAM "Knight Brecker" Unlimited.

With visual effects:

1. MTF-LIGHT "Titanium".
2. Philips White Vision.
3. KOITO White Beam series III.

Bi-Xenon lamps:

1. MTF-LIGHT.
2. MAXLUX.
3. SHO-ME.

All of the above lamp models have repeatedly been to specific exhibitions and received some awards. In addition, they all have a very good base of positive feedback from motorists and are characterized by a well-balanced "price / quality" indicator. Let's consider each participant in more detail.

So, H4 lamps - a review of the best and most successful models.

Classical halogen variants

All the usual H4 class autolamps work at standard capacities of 55-60 W. The accessory is mounted in standard optics without any serious limitations and is characterized by the typical luminous intensity. One of the main features of such lamps is the stability in operation and quite a long time of operation.

They also have quite a democratic price tag and these accessories can be said to be the usual or standard H4 passing beam. Which is better - it's up to you, but any model from the list below will adequately serve a long time.

PHILIPS Vision H4

The model can be found almost in any, both online and offline car dealer. The best H4 light-emitting diodes from the "VIZHN" series from "Philips" have more than adequate cost and have been distinguished by failure-free operation, which is not the last argument for the domestic buyer and our roads.

Car owners are very positive about the series. The users are quite satisfied with not only the price tag for the accessory, but also the brightness of the models (5000 K) along with the long operating time. Some complain about the abundance of fakes, which are sold at 50-100 rubles. For a thing, but here it is important to understand that the best halogen lamps H4 (classic) to buy cheaper than two hundred rubles will not work.

Approximate cost is about 220 rubles.

MTF-LIGHT LongLife Standart + 30% H4

The LongLife Standart series excelled in a perfectly balanced cost, where the "price / quality" ratio is fully observed, and not all H4 lamps can boast of this. Which models are better for your car, of course, you decide, but a good part of users prefer this brand and series.

LONGLIFE has a significantly increased service life compared to the previous respondent, and is also protected against minor mechanical damage. In addition, the models STANDART + 30% distinguished by an attractive color temperature - 2900 K.

Approximate price is about 250 rubles.

OSRAM Original Line H4

When you are asked to list the best H4 lamps, then the OSRAM brand models probably come to mind, which is not surprising. The company is engaged in the production and development of such accessories for a very long time and, as they say, the dog ate on this business.

The Original Line series received an excellent color temperature of 3200 K, as well as an enhanced case that is not afraid of domestic roads. Positive feedback on the company's products is more than enough, but there is one minus - a lot of fakes, and sometimes quite high-quality. In this case, it is also worth remembering that the best H4 lamps from OSRAM can not cost 100 rubles.

Estimated cost is about 350 rubles.

Lamps with increased brightness

Having the same power as the classic - 55/60 W, lamps with increased brightness are able to increase the range of the light beam and have higher color temperature.

In most cases, the package with the accessory reflects a percentage increase in the power of the light stream to the classical indicators (+ 40%, + 60%, etc.).

PHILIPS X-Treme Vision + 130% H4

The X-Treme Vision series is the best H4 lamp with enhanced brightness for more than a democratic price. The models differed by a 130-meter light flux and increased beam intensity, up to 130%. Field tests showed that the last parameter is slightly different from the declared, but not very much - 5-10 percent lower.

The indicator for Kelvin fluctuates within 3,700 units, so the glow temperature will be more than comfortable for the wearer even in the most dead of night (which you can not say about the drivers in the oncoming cars).

Approximate price is about 1 100 rubles.

MTF-LIGHT Argentum + 80% H4

The Argentum series has distinguished itself by 80% enhanced brightness, a good increase in the luminous flux - just over 15 m, and a pleasant shade of light in a silvery-white range. Ironically, the last point became for many car owners a decisive factor during the purchase.

In addition, Argentum lamps have a good operating life, a relatively sturdy case, as well as a very beautiful and practical box-stand in the kit.

Estimated cost is about 1,000 rubles.

OSRAM Night Breaker Unlimited H4

The Night Breaker series from OSRAM is the best H4 lamp for wet road surfaces. Thanks to the almost crystal white light, a wet road at night is well illuminated, both in the near and far mode of operation of optics.

The Unlimited model has a 110% brightness and 30-35 meters of the light beam range. Naturally, for the owner of the lamps the road is visible as in the palm of your hand, but almost every second oncoming car will blink you about switching to the dipped beam, although you are already on it.

Approximate price is about 1 100 rubles.

Lamps with visual effect

It is known that the most familiar white-bluish light is for the eyes of a person, because it is much closer to the daylight, which means that it is the least tiring. Moreover, such a gamma noticeably better illuminates the pavement and some fine details.

Many manufacturers of such accessories are trying to create lamps with the capabilities of xenon, but at low power, that is, a kind of premium "blende". One of the critical shortcomings of such optics is a mediocre vision in bad weather.

MTF-LIGHT Titanium H4

The Titanium series has a pleasant yellow-white glow and a brightness of 450 lumens. The color temperature fluctuates within 4400 K, therefore the road is perfectly visible.

Unexpected car owners very often confuse the glow of the Titanium series with real xenon, but unlike the latter, visibility in rain and fog is noticeably worse.

Estimated cost is about 900 rubles.

PHILIPS White Vision H4

The light emission temperature of the White Vision series is within the limits of regular xenon - 4300 K. Lamps very well illuminate the road and have a 60% increased brightness. In addition, the series was distinguished by the presence of patented coating technology for optics of the third generation.

Pleasant colors do not bother the eyes, and drivers of oncoming cars are not so much outraged by the high temperature of the glow and the increased brightness. The series enjoys an enviable demand from the domestic consumer and has, in the majority, positive feedback.

Approximate price - about 1 000 rubles.

KOITO H4 White Beam III

The KOITO brand is the famous Japanese quality for your car. The third series White Beam works with the classical temperature for xenon - 4200 K. With its seemingly modest power of 55 watts, visually the lamps give out a stream almost similar to a 100-watt optics.

Pleasant bluish tide well illuminates the road and not so much blind drivers of oncoming cars, so problems, judging by the responses, in the dark should not be. Naturally, visibility deteriorates significantly on wet asphalt.

Estimated cost is about 1,300 rubles.

Bi-xenon headlight

Taking into account the design differences between conventional "halogens" and H4, when replacing many motorists prefer bi-xenon optics. Its main feature is that the low beam is switched on permanently, and the far light is an optional option.

In addition, the bi-xenon lineup significantly differs in price from the above types of lamps in the large side due to the more complex and technological design.

MTF-LIGHT H4

The model allows the driver to choose the glow temperature itself depending on the environment. The time for which the arc is formed does not exceed 0.3 seconds, which is very good for the optics of such a plan.

To fully stabilize the light flux requires about 15 seconds, after which the lamp starts to work in the normal mode. Judging by the feedback from users, there were no problems with operation, vision and light saturation. The model completely justifies the funds invested in it according to the principle - set and forgotten.

Approximate price is about 2 000 rubles.

MAXLUX H4

Another very interesting and more than acceptable option for replacing standard halogen lamps. The model is very good for its class protection against moisture and dirt, so you can not worry about the state of the cap and connectors.

In addition, the line has distinguished itself by comparatively low power consumption and stable operation under all weather conditions, whether it is pouring rain with fog or extensive snowfall.

Separately it is worth mentioning the production branches. Judging by the responses of car owners, the lamps made in the factories of South Korea are much better, unlike their Chinese counterparts, so it is not superfluous to pay special attention to this moment before buying.

Estimated cost - about 2 000-3 000 rubles (4300 K-5000 K).

SHO-ME H4

This is one of the most budgetary Chinese versions of the bixenon. It, of course, has its drawbacks, which mainly affect the duration of operation, but the function of its lamp SHO-ME perform quite tolerably.

Among the main advantages are, first of all, an extremely democratic price tag, a magnetic design, as well as the choice of color temperatures. The resource of optics is calculated approximately for 2000 hours, but it is not necessary to expect more from the budget model.

The bi-xenon range from SHO-ME perfectly suits both for cars of our car industry, and for models of foreign production of the middle and budget segment. Our compatriots loved the "Chinese" for its very low cost and for a more or less high-quality light beam, which, unlike similar devices from the Middle Kingdom, can be adjusted according to temperature.

Approximate price is about 500 rubles.