HID-like bulbs do not come even close to HIDs.
I tried GP Thunders, PIAAs (the 4300s and the Plasma Spark Blues) and two other brands. The Plasma Blues were nice in color, but did not light up the road. You would rather use duct tape and two flash lights. Stocks are second to the PIAA 4300s. GP Thunders were the best for the price, though.
Save and get HIDs.
I tried GP Thunders, PIAAs (the 4300s and the Plasma Spark Blues) and two other brands. The Plasma Blues were nice in color, but did not light up the road. You would rather use duct tape and two flash lights. Stocks are second to the PIAA 4300s. GP Thunders were the best for the price, though.
Save and get HIDs.