What do the Diode Dynamics Elite Series Fog Lamps stack up against?
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Can we get a comparison of the yellow vs white Elite?
Diode Dynamics continues to push the boundaries. Made in the USA, you can't beat it. Morimoto continues to play catch up.
Well CZcams must have been mind reading again as I was looking for this EXACT video comparison. Well done and very informative. DD is killing it with all of their offerings and making it difficult to choose :)
I’d love to see the elite series compared to the SS3 Pro. I know the price point is different but just curious.
Looks wise SS3 very ugly and wont look factory style...fitting looks weird not appealing
@@burjis24 I got my elite series currently and they’re great. I normally have them off but when it’s dark, they’re great.
@@OggaDugga yellow or white fog ? What color do you recommend ? I like yellow but they say that yellow will have 15 % less brightness compared to white
@@burjis24 white
Both fogs have their strength and weakness. I like the SS3 for the wild spread it gives; especially off-road.
If you have a luxury or more studious vehicle then grab the DD. Either way everyone wins
Elite series looks really good! I was very disappointed with the Morimoto XB. The Elite looks way better
That's gorgeous!
Good to know ✌️
I just picked up a set of ss3 pros but not yet installed. If DD made elites but like a pro version it would've be awesome. I think i prefer the look of the elite but performance of the ss3's. Either way 👍
Elite looks great. Glad I went with those this Black Friday. Still waiting to receive mine.
How about a comprison between elite series and ss3 Max and pro?
Excellent comparison and exactly what I was looking for! I was torn between the two but have seemed to settle for the Elite series.
I'm on 2021 WRX STI BASE and still do not know why they didn't include fogs. I will order the fog lights and OEM bezels but now need to research some type of Plug n Play kit wiring harness. Thank you for the video. Back to more research I go!
Prolightz has the harness if you need one.
Thank you!! I'll check them out. Almost there!!
Thank you for sharing! I was hoping the Elites would be wider, but they certainly work the part everywhere else. I couldn't bring myself to put the SS3 on a Lexus CT lol, but the Elites would be perfect. I really want that glare control.
They are extremely wide. 80 degree beam spread - instagram.com/p/Cbs2OP1M8gm/
@@LightwerkzGlobal Ah yes, I saw that. But I think the fogs that come on my car (I think it's some "universal" Toyota version) are side specific, such that the left throws more light to the left, and the right throws more light to the right. It's not so much about 80 degree if that light just points straight forward. So I was hoping these would be side-specific. I could understand the SS3 not being side-specific since they are more universal, but the Elite look pretty obviously left and right.
@@gold94chica I believe you saw my latest comparison! Those side specific fog lights can be really cool. Hopefully we see that design in the future elite series.
@@LightwerkzGlobal I did! And I agree. If I could put ditch lights on the hood, that would work, but since I can't do that on my car, the fogs are where that action comes from.
Really wish diode dynamics made a higher powered version. Would’ve gladly bought it to replace my ss3 pro. As it stands tho, performance wise, the pro still superior.
Just installed this on my FK8. I love them more than SS3 Sport especially the cutout. Beam is more focused then SS3 Sport
Great video and information. I have the SS3 pods on my Outback. I just ordered the Elite series for my Ascent. I did not like that the SS3 pods on the Ascent would be partially obstructed by the trim panel. The Elite should look great and save me some bucks too. Thank you for this video.
excellent video, drive 45 miles to work in the dark, highway is riddled with deer, and when the pavement is wet, i have trouble seeing the center line, my other car i have a small led bar, love it cause the deer hate it, plus the center line is very visible, got the elites coming for the Subaru, i will reply when I install them.
Currently have the morimoto xb led fogs on my Acura and have been weighing options for something brighter. Debating these and the morimoto 4banger ncs fogs
NCS is really nice. It will be brighter, produce a much taller band of light, and come in at a higher price point.
This is the exact video I was looking for. I own the ss3’s on my outback but purchased the DD for the rav4. I’m glad to see they are very similar and I do like the clean line on the DD. Thanks again!
Torn between both vehicles you have, which one do you prefer between the subaru vs toyota?
The SS3 max fog lights are $600 for the pair. Very expensive
If they just put an Elite style lens on the ss3, it would look alot better, more oem looking
I like the new elite fog light from diode dynamics. It would look great on my 2016 Toyota RAV4 as it’s more classy.
This is an eye opening video. Nice Job guys!
Thanks for doing this comparison video. I have the ss3 yellow sport as fogs and was wondering how would the elite compare.
Which has better/more actual road coverage though? I mean looks nice on the garage door. Rainy/foggy here in New York completely blocks out any road at night
SS3 is a touch wider. Both are considered excellent.
Can you do a video? about the New Diode Dynamics Elite series Color Yellow
Already done - czcams.com/video/zKPUQ7fx7Zw/video.html
@@LightwerkzGlobal Thank you
I need something that fits an 11+ Scion TC. I hear the Type T morimoto XBs fit. These elites look perfect especially in yellow.
Yes the Elite Series will be available in the Type T fitment. That is what is used for this demonstration.
@@LightwerkzGlobal Thank you. Ill be ordering some ASAP. :)
I’m looking for something with an ultra wide beam pattern, the lights on my Toyota Prius prime are really bright forwards, but they suck to the left and the right. Meaning, I can’t see when I’m turning left or right and it’s really frustrating, so I need something with an Ultra Wide been pattern.
Elite series white or amber yellow which one will look better ? Is it true yellow amber the brightness will be compromised a bit compared to white ?...also if headlight is white led projector and fog is yellow amber when you have both turned on will it give 2 mixed color light on road ? What color fog light do you recommend more ? What if i want to use fog light as a addition to headlight for more brightness...please advise thanks
All preference on which looks better. Yes white is brighter. Yes it's mixed when you have yellow but the yellow fog is directly in front of the car where it should be and the white is down the road for distance. If you aren't concerned about visibility in snow/rain the white seems to be preferred for additional lighting performance for every day use.
@@LightwerkzGlobal Superb explanation...cleared my doubts....i like yellow amber just for its unique distinct look of it when it glows olden days fog lights were always dark yellow amber hella and other brands...so basically if i want as an addition to my headlight for driving light purposes i have to use the whitw fog lights ok got it...thanks
Will you compare the elites to morimoto replacement fogs?
Possibly, but XB's are literally old news at this point. The Elite Series is going to be the latest and greatest in optical design and performance.
Great video! Very informative. Thumbs up!
Why??thingking of returning the morimoto white wide and get this one instead 😬😬the razor sharp cut off!
Are the elites similar to the JDM led fog lights that are in the Subaru accessories catalog? They seem to have similar cat eye optics/lenses.
Cant say I have seen them but I would imagine the elite series is going to be step up.
They elite looks just like the ones on my ‘21 Tundra. Don’t know if it would be any different
Similar but they are very different. Stock Valeo fogs actually a little wider but the Elite Series are wider and they feature a darker housing with a amber back light. If you want to go big you can go with the SS3 (Sport, Pro, and Max)
I still pick the ss3 over the elite. You can't do much with the elite. It's just a light saber running across
Will these fit 2020 civic hatchback sport touring?
Brighter than morimoto 90mm fog?
Yes, much brighter than the XB series.
Was going to purchase these but diode said they're not compatible for 4runner with oem led fogs. Odd
We've replaced many OEM LED fog lights with the SS3's and the Elite Series. The stock LEDD fogs still use a H11 connector on the models we have worked with. Maybe something changed on the brand new ones. Just check your connector on the drivers side. If it looks like H11 you are fine. We still have them for sale until tomorrow.
@@LightwerkzGlobal thanks, appreciate the reply. I'm just going off of what diode says in fitment descriptions. Apparently it will work in the 2014-2019 trims and 20-22 trd pro. Not the off road premium. Head scratcher for sure
Can you still do a comparison between the Max and the four banger and elite series?
Perhaps, but two completely different market segments.
What is the total light beam width of each at about 10 feet from the wall?
Diode Dynamics lists some specs on this - www.diodedynamics.com/elite-series-type-a-fog-lamps-pair.html - Also check out the pictures, they should beam output and provide measurements.
Have you managed to get an elite in a 4th gen 4runner?
Sorry, have not. Dont believe there will be a solution for that. Only the SS3 kit we offer which is very popular. lightwerkz.net/products/stage-series-3-sae-dot-type-f2b-fog-light-kit-4runner-4th-gen
Would Yellow Elite Version be more Bright and yellowish than the Yellow XB 90mm fogs?
Use to have the XB version yellow version I was very dissapointed
Close to 2x as bright as the yellow morimoto xb's. If you are looking for OEM+ style the Elite Series is where its at. If you need more, go with the SS3 Max in yellow.
In between this or the Morimoto xb. Could yall do a comparison?
XB fogs are dead in comparison. If you have a Elite Series for your model that is the best route to go.
My new 2022 Tacoma came with Led fog lights with these be better/ brighter? I do like the yellow though
These are a touch brighter in white. I think yellow would probably be very similar to stock intensity but yellow helps cut through that bad weather better! Still an upgrade!
@@LightwerkzGlobal
Order the yellow ones
Thank you
@Lightwerkz Global When it will be available on the website ?
Live right now!
Thanks Caesar
Any idea which one runs hotter? Don’t think either will melt snow, but does one get close?
SS3's will melt snow and ice. The Elite series will not.
@@LightwerkzGlobal thx! Even the sport level SS3s?
@@jordank6971 I believe so!
Will these fit in a 2011 hhr Lt?
Are the elite series fogs available for sale?
Live now - lightwerkz.net/collections/diode-dynamics-elite-series-fog-lamps
Will it fit a 05 Nissan Pathfinder?
Should be the "Type A" fitment, so yes.
Where I live, fog and rain can close entirely your view at night. Elite would work better for me.
Will the Elite fit the 2011 Acura TL fog light housing?
Unlikely, sorry.
@@LightwerkzGlobal aww man thanks for replying
I plan on replacing my ct200h's halogen fog lights and was going to go with OEM toyota/lexus LED replacements but they are a color temp of around 5-6k and I always liked yellow/amber fogs.... blame that to my subie roots..lol. I just found out about DD elite series yellow fogs and they look like a perfect replacement. My question is I've never seen a fog light with such a crisp cutoff let alone color banding at the top.
Would this not bleed into your headlight and or give you a double cutoff line. IE: I plan on doing a rx350 bi-xenon projector retrofit on my CT, but the fact that the fogs have their own distinct pattern makes me wonder if this is going to be a problem? I've not seen people make complaints but I also know having too much foreground lighting is really bad. This looks like it would light up WELL past the normal amount a fog light does/should...?
This is actually the safest bet in terms of lowest amount of additional foreground lighting. All the other top choices such as SS3 Pro, Max, 4Banger NCS, and 4banger HXB all are WAY brighter with taller bands of light. This is your choice for OEM+ output just with a little bit of a boost. Yellow is also a little less bright so its perfect for your needs in my opinion!
@@LightwerkzGlobal Awesome thank you! Can't wait to order everything from ya. This is going to be an added bonus. Wasn't even expecting or knew about these until a forum member mentioned them. I was going to go with OEM Lexus/Toyota LED fogs but hated the fact that they were not yellow. I'll be ordering my rx350 bi-xenon projectors, denso ballasts and a bunch of other stuff from ya! Can't wait. Gonna be epic light output! :-) I am definitely going for the OEM+ look! I want it to appear like nothing was done.
Would these fit a 19 toyota c-hr?
Yes should be the Type B Toyota fitment.