Top 15 halogen lamps H4

H4 lamp lamps are used in car headlight systems and contain a two-component helix design, which allows combining the dipped and main beam headlights in one device. From the brightness with which such sources work, the safety of auto control at night depends first of all. A wide range of halogen lamps is presented on the market - with bright or soft lighting, with the effect of xenon or a high resource reserve. To understand the choice is sometimes not so easy.

Our review presents the best H4 halogens available on the Russian market. The rating position of each lamp was determined on the basis of the characteristics, cost and opinions of the owners, which motorists kindly shared in their reviews.

Top Standard H4 Halogen Bulbs

In the first category, we consider the most simple halogen lamps. In these models, manufacturers did not chase for increased brightness, increased resource or higher color temperature, so they managed to keep the price at a fairly low bar. In addition, the standard indicators of power, brightness and service life make these lamps the most universal for any conditions of use.

According to its technology, halogen lamps are not far from the good old incandescent lamps. There is still the same filament in the flask. Here, instead of vacuum, the cavity is filled with inert gases with Br or Cl. It is also worth noting that in H4 lamps there are two filaments at once. One of them is responsible for dipped, the second - for the far. Moreover, the parameters of light and even the temperature of the glow can be completely different. So let's look at the ranking of the best in this category.

3 Osram H4 Original Line Allseason

Despite the fact that this model was in third place, Osram lamps can not be called bad. Yes, the price is higher than the competition. Yes, the dry numbers of the parameters are almost nothing special. But huge popularity among users is deserved not without purpose. Visibly increases the illumination of the road surface, has a pleasant, non-irritating shade of lemon color. Well "punch" during rain and fog.

At the same time, halogen lamps do not overload the vehicle’s on-board network at all (the standard wiring going to the headlights does not heat up). In the reviews of the owners who installed Osram H4 Original Line Allseason in the car, do not meet even a hint of regret about the correctness of the choice. In addition, they have a high resource. Judging by the experience of motorists, the lamps “live” for at least a year and a half.

2 General Electric H4 (50440U)

The American company, although it exists since the end of the 19th century, is not as popular in Russia as its competitors. Nevertheless, it is worth paying attention to the products of this company at least because of the lowest cost. Spending no more than 200 rubles, you get a lamp with good quality. In addition to low cost, customers note a clear cut-off line and high brightness of the light beam. When working, General Electric H4 is stable and shines quite brightly (color temperature is 3,200 K).

Despite the more than attractive price, this halogen lamp has a great “vitality”. So, in one of his reviews, the owner boasted that for the third year he had been using these products in his car. They also expressed satisfaction with the sufficient brightness and reliability of the halogen lamps, because during this period they always turned on the headlights while driving at any time of the day. The only negative is that the lamp life is slightly lower than that of the rivals. In general, General Electric H4 is a strong middling, but the lowest cost allows an American to occupy the second line of the rating.

1 Philips H4 3200K Vision + 30%

Despite the fact that in the title you can see the inscription “+ 30%”, this lamp should be attributed to the standard ones, because the increase is not so significant as to rank it in a class with increased brightness. Such a small increase allowed to keep the cost at a fairly low level, which can not be attributed to the merits. Finally, according to independent tests, this model has the best indicator of the illuminance of signs and shoulders in the classroom. Also good indicators of illumination from the main beam - 102 lux, which is one of the best indicators.

They perfectly illuminate the way ahead of the car, stand out among competitors with a weighted price and are not inferior in reliability to more expensive counterparts. A powerful beam of light with a faint yellow tint provides the best result when driving at dusk, on a foggy and rainy road. They do not have the effect of xenon, but for the night route are the best choice in this category.

Best H4 halogen bulbs with increased brightness

Unlike European countries, most of the roads in our native and immense remains without artificial lighting. Because of this, people who often move between cities in the dark, have to use lamps with enhanced brightness in order to provide a longer and wider light beam. Demand creates supply. Manufacturers began to produce models with brightness increased by 50% or more.

Interestingly, this is ensured not by increasing the lamp power (it remained at 55-60W), but by using more refractory metals in the filament and injecting a special gas mixture into the flask under high pressure.

It should be noted that, when installing such lamps, it is necessary to take responsibility for adjusting the headlights so as not to blind oncoming cars. Also do not forget that the increase in brightness reduces the lamp life, albeit only slightly. Choose the best lamps in this category will help our rating.

3 General Electric H4 Megalight Ultra +90

Not the brightest, but very versatile lamps were placed on the last place of the rating. Buyers say an excellent level of illumination of the curb when dipped. The color temperature also plays an important role - 3300K. This provides excellent visibility even in conditions of snow, rain or wet asphalt, in which modern white light is useless. Also, it should be noted that the lowest cost in this category is almost 2 times (!) Lower than that of competitors.

Despite this, General Electric H4 Megalight Ultra halogen lamps do their job perfectly, showing a noticeable increase in the light flux in the central part of the illuminated area. Yes, and calm, with yellowness, the light is most suitable for twilight lighting. He is also clearly visible path in the fog or in rainy weather. The only drawback is the absence of a special coating on the bulb around the dipped beam spiral, which should reduce the level of blindness of oncoming cars.

2 Osram H4 Night Breaker Unlimited + 110%

Osram's Night Breaker line for many years of its existence has earned a lot of enthusiastic reviews from car enthusiasts. Models of 2017 are not inferior to their predecessors. Brightness is one of the best on the market - + 110%. Of course, the leader of the rating is far away, but this will be enough for most drivers. I would also like to note a rather high color temperature - 3800K - which provides a higher comfort for the eyes. Finally, Night Breaker stands out and a fairly high resource.

The cost of these lamps is almost the same as the leader. So what prevented Osram products from taking a leading position? Brightness. Nevertheless, we choose the best halogen lamp with increased brightness, and therefore this indicator will be considered the most important.

1 Philips H4 3700K X-treme Vision + 130%

And again the first place was taken by the lamp from Philips. In this case, the cause of the victory was the highest brightness. + 130% - this is one of the highest rates of all lamps with increased brightness. And, judging by the reviews of users, Philips managed to partially overcome the problem of short service life, because for some motorists the lamp worked for about 2 years, which not every standard model can do. It is also worth noting the clear cut-off line, which makes the trip at night more comfortable for both the owner and the oncoming motorists.

In the responses of the owners, who are practically all positive, the power of the light flux of this halogen lamp is highly appreciated. Well illuminates the side of the road, and the intensity with which the X-treme Vision source shines is evenly distributed over the entire width of the illuminated space and has an almost distinct, rather than diffuse, contour on the sides.

Best H4 halogen bulbs with xenon effect

Models of this type are also called "improved visual comfort" lamps. Due to the color temperature that is as high as that of metal-halogen (xenon) lamps, the representatives of this category provide better eye comfort, since the temperature of 4000-4500K is closest to daylight. In addition, this light is better reflected from the road signs, which helps the driver to notice them a little earlier than with standard headlights.

However, it should be borne in mind that in the pursuit of fashion, you may encounter such an unpleasant and even dangerous effect as a light curtain. This is a situation where white light is reflected from rain or snow droplets and returns to the driver’s eyes, due to which he sees only a thick white veil. Because of this, with frequent driving in bad weather, it is recommended to choose lamps with a yellowish tint.

If the appearance of your car is more important to you, you are welcome in our rating of the best lamps of improved visual comfort.

3 MTF-Light Vanadium H4

Despite all the patriotism, we cannot seriously advise this lamp for purchase. Yes, the color temperature is almost 5000K, which is closest to daylight, but the manufacturer achieves such a result by banal painting the flask in blue. Moreover, the biggest trouble is not in the paint, but in the absence of a reinforced filament, which leads to a significant decrease in the level of illumination of the roadway, because the light emitted by the spiral is simply absorbed by the paint.In addition, many users say not the longest running time.

However, the spectrum of the luminous flux of this halogen lamp is as close as possible to the white color, which creates a certain effect of xenon. If we conduct a comparative power test with other models in this category, then MTF-Light looks very worthy. True, in fog and twilight, the illumination is not very comfortable due to the high absorption of white light, but this property is equally applicable to all sources emitting at this frequency.

2 Koito H4 Whitebeam Premium 4500K

In second place are very correct lamps for xenon. These "halogens" passed their "baptism of fire" during the watch races "Le Mann". The Koito H4 Whitebeam Premium could prove their stamina and the best benefits at the Paris-Dakar rally. Successfully passing the test in such difficult conditions, they received a well-deserved reward - recognition of the leading automotive companies that have entered into direct supply contracts with Koito for the initial configuration of the car.

Unlike cheap Chinese fakes, the model from Koito received not only a colored flask, but also a brighter spiral, which together allows you to get a white-blue tint of light without losing brightness. Indeed, customers praise a very long (according to some statements, up to 3 kilometers, which we, of course, doubt) a bunch. It is also worth noting that the dipped slightly more yellow than the distant. This provides better visibility for precipitation. Finally, buyers point out a rather long lamp life. The only disadvantage of Whitebeam Premium that comes to mind is the price. Nevertheless, giving more than 1.5 thousand rubles for 2 lamps is quite a lot.

1 Osram H4 4200K Cool Blue Intense

An attentive and knowledgeable reader will certainly notice that the leader of our rating on some points even slightly lags behind the silver medalist. Nevertheless, it is Osram that occupies a leading position due to the lowest cost in the class while maintaining good quality and parameters. Yes, the color temperature is “only” 4200K, instead of 4500 at Koito, but this is easily compensated by excellent levels of illumination at the near and far borders. And given that for the price that is asked for competitors, you can purchase as many as 2 sets of Cool Blue Intense, this model becomes even more attractive.

Those of the car owners who decided to replace the regular lamps with Cool Blue Intense, note a bright glow, which is not blurred at the edges, but has a clearer border. Anyway, the effect of xenon is such that you can not tell - they shine very powerful, with a bluish tinge. If the car has running lights, it will eliminate the need to “burn” the resource of the “halogen” in vain, which means it will allow them to illuminate the night road longer.

The best metal halogen lamps H4

Metal halogen lamps (they are also xenon) are considered among the "coolest" at the moment. From the factory, they are installed only on fairly expensive cars, and therefore tuning lovers either put on halogen lamps with improved visual effect, or spend a little more money on real xenon, so that their iron horse looks even more beautiful. On the one hand, it is quite justified, because xenon has a fairly high color temperature - about 4300K ​​- the most familiar to the human eye. Due to this, the owner’s fatigue decreases, and oncoming cars dazzle slightly less.

But there are two main problems. The first is a complicated installation. Yes, the lamps themselves are at the level of good “halogen”, but they will have to additionally buy an ignition unit, and sometimes even reinforce the standard wiring. The second problem is the lack of preparation (as a rule) of regular headlights for xenon lamps. Because of what the light beam is directed incorrectly and because blinding all oncoming cars. However, if you are willing to pay more and spend time adjusting, buying such lamps will bring only joy.And which model to prefer - you will find out in our rating.

3 Sho-me h4

The products of this brand are trusted by domestic owners due to high quality and reliability. These automotive H4 headlamps are no exception. Bixenon is distinguished by its high luminous flux and low energy consumption, which reduces the load on the vehicle’s electrical network. Indirectly, this has a positive effect on the life of the generator and wiring.

Sho-Me H4 shine is not good, but just great. The bright beam does not scatter, “hits” much further, which is necessary for movement at night, and can have a luminous temperature from 3,000 to 10,000 K (depending on the nominal value of the halogen lamp). When choosing, it should be remembered that tests and tests carried out revealed the most balanced value of this parameter for automotive optics - 4,300 K. In the feedback from the owners there are no negative points: the lamps are reliable, durable, warm up quickly enough and provide perfect visibility on the night road.

2 Clearlight H4 4300K ​​Standart

The silver medalist is not far behind the leader of the rating. Here the same warm white light temperature of 4300K. The same power in 35W. Motorists who have opted for the Clearlight H4 4300K ​​Standart, note such positive properties of these lamps as:

• Excellent reflectivity;
• Driving at night was no longer a problem - perfect lighting of the road;
• Do not overload the onboard power grid. Economical;
• Biksenon with a small yellow spectrum - provides an excellent viewing range at dusk, rain and fog.

In addition, many owners advise not to neglect the correct setting of the optics of the car - this will allow to fully exploit the halogen lamps without interfering with other road users. But this model has its weaknesses. First, the price. It is about a third higher than the leader rating. Secondly, not the most stable quality. Yes, judging by the reviews, the lamp lives more than one year, but there are situations when lamps from one package differ slightly in color temperature. It seems a trifle, but unpleasant.

1 SVS H4 4300K

Surprisingly, the average price for the winner of the rating was set at the level of good halogen lamps. For such a low cost, the buyer gets a fairly high-quality xenon lamp, which is not only not afraid of shaking and strikes, but also gives a pleasant warm light. Among other things, the owners note an interesting system of changing the direction of the beam of light. In the standard position, the lamp shines strictly straight, but if you turn it clockwise in the socket, the beam lowers slightly, which allows you to form a clear cut-off line.

The owners really like a stable bright glow - the lamps do not flicker, they warm up pretty quickly and go to the specified power. The reviews have the most positive ratings, which emphasize the affordable cost and high performance characteristics of the model. Buyers who have installed Bixenon SVS H4 in their cars, are firmly convinced that they have made the right choice.

Best H4 halogen bulbs with longer life

The best models of halogen lamps were selected in this category, which noticeably stand out from the competitors with an impressive margin of safety and, as a result, a longer service life.

3 Bosch H4 LONGLIFE DAYTIME

This German manufacturer produces a huge range of products, which has one thing in common - reliability. Bosch H4 LONGLIFE DAYTIME halogen lamps are no exception, because they will last for the entire life of the vehicle. The resource of the light device declared by the manufacturer is 3,000 hours - this is 125 days of continuous work. In fact, the lamp will last much longer.However, in order to achieve such vitality in conditions of constant vibrations, the manufacturer was forced to sacrifice some other properties of the lamp.

The tests carried out have established that they do not shine as brightly as the competitors, and the radiation power is sufficient only to qualitatively illuminate the road 86 meters ahead of the car. Nevertheless, they are popular among motorists for their practicality, and for the same reason they are present in our rating.

2 Philips H4 LongLife EcoVision

Products manufactured by Philips, always - only the highest quality and meets the requirements of ECE. These characteristics for a long time are the engine of huge demand from the European consumer, and even more so from the domestic one. Thanks to the latest technologies used in the production of halogen lamps for cars, they are able to improve and provide exceptional properties to the product.

A feature of LongLife EcoVision is the guarantee of high durability, which is four times the standard performance (3,000 hours!). The special strength of quartz glass and incandescent filaments causes the halogen lamp to be perfectly resistant to constant vibrations. In addition, the automotive lighting device can withstand any temperature difference without the slightest risk of damage. Owners who have given their preference to LongLife EcoVision H4 when replacing regular lamps are satisfied with the choice. In the reviews, such assessments as “set and forget”, “well illuminate in the rain and twilight”, “do not overload the wiring” and other statements in a positive manner are often found.

1 OSRAM Ultra Life

The world leader in the manufacture of lighting fixtures OSRAM (and, concurrently, our rating in this category) does not save on innovations and uses only high-quality materials. Ultra Life's halogen headlamps are an advanced product that performs its functions several times longer than similar lamps. The manufacturer guarantees uninterrupted operation for at least four years (2,000 hours). Such data were obtained as a result of intensive tests under different operating conditions of this unique product.

If, however, for day trips to use modern LED running lights, then this period increases many times, and it may well be that once replacing regular lamps with OSRAM Ultra Life, the owner will forget about this component for the entire life of the car.

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