SAE Fog Light Shootout: Diode Dynamics vs. Baja Designs

In this video, we compare two of the most popular offroad-style SAE fog light replacement options on the market--Diode Dynamics & Baja Designs!

For this comparison, we've used our state-of-the-art Goniophotometer, a device that measures multiple points to calculate the intensity and map out the beam pattern of each fog lamp! We've also used our integrating sphere, which is a device that is used to measure the color temperature of each fog lamp. We hope the data we collected helps you choose the best fog lamp for your vehicle!

The camera settings for the images included an ISO of 50, an aperture of F8, and a shutter speed of 1/4 second.

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0:00 Intro
0:35 History
1:42 Baja Designs SAE Fogs
2:28 Differences in technology
3:15 SS3 SAE Sport Fog
3:56 SS3 SAE Pro Fog
4:32 Baja Designs Squadron SAE Fog
5:54 SS3 SAE Max Fog
6:39 Outro

Products shown:
DD6122P
DD6126P
DD6130P
DD6134P
DD6489P
DD6492P

[AbdulrahmanAlmousa-ir]

I have not see a company that compares its products with another product and have the same respect

[Ram-vtrm]

Great video. Very informative, professional and respectful.

[MrZakclyde]

Great video. I often shop around looking at Baja Designs products for my motorcycle. I currently have Denali lights, and Diode Dynamics wasn’t even on my radar. I can really appreciate a company that can put out a video with all the facts and doesn’t have to bash the other company. I just ordered a set of SS3 sport SAE fog lights that will also act as conspicuity lighting on my motorcycle. I can’t wait to see how they do.

[ocratitude]

I've been using diode dynamic bulbs for a few years now on multiple vehicles. I absolutely love the fog pods in my crosstrek, perfect for watching for deer on country roads. It's really nice to see the confidence DD has in their products.

[smhyde]

The obvious honesty your videos and respect for your competition made my decision to order from you tonight an easy one.

[brandonvanhorn]

I've had the pro yellow's for almost a year on my tacoma, and this definitely was your leading competitor in my research. Came down to beam dispersion for me, and I absolutely love them. No regrets, but would love to see the that warranty increase when new technology allows for it. 😎 Nice to a respectful comparison directly from Diode. Cheers

[Jeff-]

Love my diode dynamics SS3 on the F250. Recommend 100%

[choicemojave]

As always, great video. A masterclass in comparison … thorough and respectful. This approach really gives DD credibility in the crowded market. Recognition to your marketing department 👍🏼. Your efforts are appreciated. Would you please consider making your lights look more traditional/ old school? 🙏🏼

[SpookyMontero]

Both are great everyone has their own preference.

[Sptsmn]

Love my ss3 max’s. Waiting for the ss3 lasers to come out for A pillar hyper spot.

[LnWilliams]

Bravo. Seriously amazing information and solid comparison. I cannot believe the difference in candela between the white and yellow Max.

[nibbsie]

I have 3 pairs of the max and love them! Cant beat the brightness with the SAE pattern! I have had a brand new baja light fail, which they replaced, and a second one after about 3 years.

[Imagination_Station]

I’ve always loved Diode Dynamics products. Have been using them for the last 6-ish years. Now I have a set of DD SS3 Max Yellow fogs (that I purchased on Black Friday in 2022 to soften the blow to my wallet) waiting to go on my 1500 Ram and can’t wait to throw em on and see just how incredible they are in person!

[cpftank]

For me it’s always been about the width, even intensity across the width and the ability to melt snow which is why I’ve stuck with Pro and Max Yellow. The 4Bangers are also a phenomenal product as well, but they sacrifice width for intensity. Each have their own place and everyone has their preferences. Can’t go wrong with any of these products.

[dannyschreckengost]

Just got SS3 sports in amber for my tacoma! And i also got diode license plate lights. DD for life!

[Anthony-kdku]

With the pro Yellow/amber backlit the output is amazing. Love them in my high country.

[jeffmccartney]

I have the white SS3 Max SAE Fogs in my Gladiator. While i love the heck out of them and they are super bright, I can't run them on the road. Every passing car bright lights me because of the light spread. This fog output pattern needs more fine tuning and better cuttoff. If you did the SS3 Max with more of a sharper cuttoff that would be awesome. Unless i point these things directly at the ground i'm getting bright lighted and have started looking for alternatives even though i don't want to.

[andrewjohnlozicajr]

Being Biased is subjective. I personally feel that D.D. has the better product. Not only offering a price point for all consumers but also not bashing B.D. Having the optional back light is a nice touch as well. The wider and more powerful output in the Max is a no brainer for me. Honestly, a 8 year warranty is without a doubt, a great warranty as well. This video solidified not only my purchase of the SS 3 Max but my bumper choice as well. Having the ability to use factory mounting options when so many aftermarket bumpers have this size of cutout for the foglights. Motometal lost a sale due to them forcing you buy BD as thier cutouts and mounting points are designed for this smaller fog light. However, DD has factory mounting options for the Rubicon, Saharah and more. Also, they solidified a HiLine Fender Light purchase from American Adventure Labs and upon seeing there video on the 2nd Gen Light and finding out they worked directly with DD to design this Light. Thank you DD for working with other companies to help produce quality products such as what American Adventure Lab does and are still Proufly MADE IN THE USA!

[socalpaul]

Very happy with my SS3 Pro fog lights. I was able to adapt one of the Tacoma mounts to my 2006 1st Gen Tundra, but it would really be nice if you would make an actual mounting kit for the 1st Gen Tundra.

[GhettoFabulous]

I like how the Baja designs look, from the housing, to the lens etc. But I can't pay for that price when DD has a proven light work and for a cheaper price. So I bought the ss3 sport for my ditch lights, and I love it! Even the wiring harness was thick and high quality.