Rating of the best H1 bulbs for a car for 2024

Automotive bulbs with H1 socket are now considered obsolete. But, most likely, their use will not stop soon, because the very design of the base of these lamps is quite universal - lamps with an H1 base can be installed in both fog lamps and headlights of the main lighting. In addition, there are still a lot of those cars that drive on today's roads with just such lamps. And this is despite the fact that, for example, in the same "fog lights" it is now customary to use the H11 base, which is much better adapted to conditions of high humidity due to the presence of a sealed connector in it.

Speaking of the types of automotive lamps, you should consider not only the usual set consisting of standard products, lamps with increased brightness, with an extended service life and lamps used in off-road conditions. Separately, it is worth mentioning those products that glow yellow and are designed specifically for fog lights. It should only be noted that some of them can be successfully used in headlights.

Best H1 Bulbs with Longer Life

Philips LongLife EcoVision H1

Lamps from the brand line from this manufacturer are always among the leaders of various ratings. This is due to the fact that they have proven themselves well both in headlights and in fog lamps, and they also have a good working life. The prices for them, which are already low, become even more attractive given the good duration of the work.

Since the white-yellow glow of Philips LongLife EcoVision H1 products is quite applicable in both head and fog lighting, there is no need to buy other special lamps. Therefore, if all the headlights of the car are adapted for the H1 base, then it makes sense to purchase Philips. It is not burdensome in terms of monetary costs, and it is simply convenient - you do not need to look for anything else.

• long working life;
• full compatibility with lighting optics with H1;
• attractive price.

• in comparison with other lamps, lower performance in high beam mode.

Narva long life h1

Lamps of this brand, when switched on, emit a yellowish-white light. Despite the "Long Life" postscript, their prices only slightly exceed the price level of ordinary "Narva" lamps. True, the increase in their working life in comparison with standard lamps is only a twofold value, while usually all manufacturers, launching a version of the product improved in terms of operating time, imply a 3-4-fold increase in resource. But from experience, many drivers know that a two-fold resource of work is usually quite enough, because old lamps often fail not only due to the fact that they simply burned out.

The reason for their replacement is often mechanical damage, for example, upon impact or water ingress into the cartridge. And since their prices are low, it may not be worth overpaying for a longer life of lamps from other manufacturers.

If we compare the Narva Long Life H1 lamps with other samples, then we can note some insufficient lighting in the high beam mode, but at the same time, the head lighting indicators fit into the framework of GOST.

• very attractive price;
• good light distribution performance.

• usually the presence of the inscription "Long Life" in the title implies a longer operating time than lamps of this sample.

H1 lamps with increased brightness

Osram Night Breaker Laser H1

Osram's H1 light bulbs began to be manufactured using a new technology. The previous generation "+ 130%" is inferior in many respects to the more innovative "+ 150%". New bulbs have a longer service life, and they burn brighter. By increasing the light output coefficient, Osram has solved many of the problems associated with the previous model. The wear resistance of innovative designs has increased significantly and approached the average performance of standard lamps.

For a filament that operates at elevated temperatures, this is a very good result.
However, such bulbs have a sensitivity to shaking. They wear out longer in high and low beam headlights than in fog lamps. In terms of the brightness of the light, such products are better suited for headlights. During fog, in conditions of poor visibility, their light is scattered and does not give the desired effect.

Prices for the Night Breaker line are not to everyone's satisfaction. This is an expensive brand. Lamps with higher ratings are much more expensive than standard products. For one and the same manufacturer, the cost of a product may vary several times. It depends on the specifications of the bulbs. In "reinforced" versions, a different gas filling of the flask and a completely different glass composition are used. The spectrum of the lamp has an increased proportion of ultraviolet radiation. And it must be reliably neutralized. And the polymer used to make light scattering does not tolerate it very well.

• bright, volumetric light;
• high wear resistance for this type of lamp.

• great value.

Philips WhiteVision H1

These products are superior in many ways to standard Philips products. They are durable and provide excellent visibility to the driver in operation. In terms of their properties, such lamps are 60% better than their standard counterparts. Of course, it is impossible to visually determine the saturation of light. But when driving, it is easy to notice that they burn brighter, their beam hits much further. Compared to conventional lamps, this electrical device is quite affordable.

WhiteVision bulbs in H1 base are in the middle of the rating among products in their class. They have a long service life and improved brightness and light distribution characteristics. And although these lamps do not have the highest rates, the presented price is quite consistent with the quality.

• excellent light (with excellent optical distribution);
• durability.

• limited range.

PIAA Night Tech H1

The bright light of such light bulbs gives off a little yellowness. When you turn on the headlights with such a product inside, the beam hits far ahead. A person may creep in doubts about the legality of their use. But the instructions clearly state that the product meets the requirements of the ECE R37 standard. The product illuminates the roadside very well and allows you to see what is happening at a great distance.

One such light bulb costs more than 1000 rubles. This price scares off a potential buyer. And for owners of used cars, the cost of spare parts comes first. After all, previous analogues for this money can be changed 2 times. Undoubtedly, such lamps have excellent characteristics and durability. But recommending them for purchase is not so easy.

• excellent brightness and "range";
• long service life.

• too high a price.

Which H1 halogen bulbs are better

Osram Original H1

For those who have seen the past rating of category lamps H4 or H7 it will not be surprising that in the leading position of the rating of H1 halogen lamps belongs to the manufacturer Osram. It is occupied by a series of lamps for cars Original Line, which are installed at the factory.

The light of the lamps is as accurate as possible, they have a long service life and a low cost. What characteristics can be given to high-quality lamps? The disadvantages of these lamps are of greater interest. Although, in this case, the author has nothing to surprise the user with.

• attractive cost of lamps;
• light is distributed efficiently, evenly;
• long service life.

• the main headlights do not have a long range.

Narva Standart H1

The cost of these lamps is attractive for the classic standard types. Lower cost than these Narva lamps can only be found in Chinese lamps, which are not of good quality, such as "Mayak". Lamps are good in terms of cost and quality, they give the right light (but a little approximate), have a good lifespan, stable performance, good quality.

The light from the lamps gives a yellow tint, but this is normal for models with this base. But the optimal niche for them will be fog lights and low beam lighting. When using lamps for high beam, do not drive fast, as the lighting is not too strong.

• lamps give the right light;
• good value for money;
• long service life.

• not for fast driving, as they are not suitable for high beam.

Bosch Pure Light H1

In the ranks of the laggards is Bosch, whose lamps are more reminiscent of Osram when comparing resource and light quality. The quality of the lamp does not exceed Narva, there is nothing special about it. But relative to H1 lamps, this model looks good in the environment of its standard "brothers". The average parameters of this lamp, produced in Germany, correspond to the category of lamps, and there is nothing to blame the manufacturer for. The lamp has an acceptable resource, it has no serious drawbacks, it is inexpensive. The acquisition of Bosh Pure Light will be a success for the fog and headlights.

• the lamp has a good resource;
• suitable for main and fog lights.

• as the high beam will be weak.

H1 bulbs for fog lights

Osram AllSeason Super H1

This type of lamp has a bright yellow hue, which is achieved by a color temperature of 3 thousand Kelvin. They are suitable for fog lights, but not every car owner will like it as a main light. They have an enhanced beam of light, which gives good near and far illumination. Compared to the "off-road" series of the same manufacturer of H1 category lamps, they can be used legally, the products have all the necessary certificates.

The bright yellow tint was not easy for the manufacturer, they had to sacrifice a resource. The manufacturer himself claims that the lamps can be used in half as compared to the Original Line series. In fact, the duration of their use depends on the conditions under which it happened. Modern cars that have a higher generator voltage do not have these H1 lamps. This makes the task easier than with H7 bulbs.

• a bright shade of yellow that is suitable for fog lights;
• has good brightness.

• short service life.

The best H1 lamps for off-road

Osram Fog Breaker H1

The color temperature of the lamp is 2600 Kelvin, respectively, the light from them comes in a rich yellow hue. On the packaging you can see the inscription - off-roud, which means that the lamps are unsuitable for use on public roads. This is justified by a bright luminous flux, which will dazzle the drivers of oncoming traffic, since the lamps are designed to increase the lighting range from 75 to 100 meters.

But for off-road they have no equal. Especially in winter, when the eyes get tired of the snow.The yellow glow, in this case, is less tiring than the white one. However, the range of illumination depends not only on the quality of the lamp, but also on the headlights themselves. If these are Chinese foglights, you should not expect a super result from them, most likely, the light will be diffused with a short range. Fortunately, few people decide to go off-road with dubious optics.

Automotive websites have a huge number of reviews of these lamps left by drivers who only drive on city roads. It is not respectful towards other road users. There is an inscription on the packaging of the lamps, which clearly states that the products are intended for off-road use.

• rich yellow glow;
• the main beam reaches 1 meter from the car (with good headlights).

• little impressive resource.

Which H1 lamps to choose

Most often, lamps with an H1 base are installed in vehicles with considerable mileage, that is, the optics here are no longer in the best condition. Indeed, over time, the reflector and diffuser become cloudy and dull. For such cars, the best solution would be to choose a lamp with increased light output. They should be installed primarily in the head optics. Too bright lamps should not be taken, as the diffuser may crack due to increased heating. After all, foglights are more often than other headlights doused with cold water. It is not unimportant when choosing a lamp to pay attention to the light distribution, since the increased brightness can very much blind the drivers of oncoming traffic.

It is impossible, standing at the counter, to determine how certain lamps will shine in specific headlights. However, when choosing, you must pay attention to the fact that the packaging contains information on the conformity of the product to the European standard (ECE). It is important not to confuse this standard with American, Japanese, etc. If there is no certification data, this is a reason to be wary. World famous brands must indicate on the packaging information about the purpose of the lamps. In this case, this is indicated by the inscription For off-roud use only, which translates as for use outside public roads. These lamps can be installed in a search headlight or a chandelier headlight in a raid car. The instructions and packaging of products from Korean and Japanese brands contain minimal information, so it is best to look for tests to see if a given lamp is suitable.

The color temperature is adjusted according to your preference. However, right away, it is worth noting that too bright a white glow with blueness is very tiring for the eyes. In addition, such lamps do not illuminate in the best way. A rich yellow glow is also not the best option - it is better to leave it for foglights with a transparent diffuser, and install lamps with white light in the headlights. This combination allows you to reveal all the benefits of yellow and white glow, because both colors have pros and cons of soy.

It is not recommended to install LED and xenon Asian lamps, since the headlights manufactured for halogen lamps are not designed for a point directional light. Xenon lamps will behave in lens optics even more or less, but LEDs with several crystals can begin to shine in any direction - even into the ground, even into the sky.

If you still really want to install LED lamps in the foglights, then the headlights need to be replaced with those created directly for such a light source. For this, for example, Osram LEDriving FOG is suitable. LED lamps, of course, have undeniable advantages such as economy and less risk of cracking when splashed with water. However, there is also a minus in this - the acquisition of high-quality headlights created for LED lamps is not a cheap pleasure.