The biggest beef I have with the LED versions is the brightness level during the day. The ones I had for a while were ok....but definitely not as bright as the old school bulbs. The do look great at night though....

I'd be in for Option #1 for being the best "functionality" as those reverse dimples on the lens should catch the light and focus it to the exterior and as such should be the most even in terms of hotspots.

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