Compare LUX Rock Light Kits
Compare LUX Rock Light Kits
Direct-Connect™ vs Build-to-Fit™
LUX Lighting Systems offers two professional-grade rock light kit styles: Direct-Connect™ and Build-to-Fit™.
Both deliver the same patented magnetic mounting technology, light output, and durability — the difference is how they install.
This guide will help you choose the right system for your vehicle, skill level, and installation goals.
Direct-Connect™ Kits
Best for: Most customers / fastest installs
-
Each light pod connects directly to the controller
-
Plug-and-play wiring
-
Maximum flexibility for placement
-
Ideal for first-time installs
-
Easiest to expand or reconfigure
-
Available in solid white or RGBW
-
Available in 4, 8, 12, and 16-piece kits
Build-to-Fit™ Kits
Best for: Clean installs / experienced users / future expansion
-
Light pods connect together in linked runs
-
Fewer extension cables and splitters
-
Cleaner wiring along frame rails
-
Faster install on larger vehicles
-
More OEM-style final appearance
-
Cleaner, more organized expansion when adding lights later
-
Available in solid white or RGBW
-
Available in 8 and 12-piece kits
Because lights are connected in organized runs, future expansion is simpler and cleaner, with fewer additional cables routed back to the controller.
Which One Should I Choose?
Choose Direct-Connect™ if:
-
This is your first rock light install
-
You want the simplest setup
-
You may reconfigure or move lights later
Choose Build-to-Fit™ if:
-
You want the cleanest wiring possible
-
You’re installing on a larger vehicle
-
You’re comfortable planning cable runs
-
You plan to expand your system in the future
What Both Kits Share
No matter which kit you choose, you get:
-
Patented LUX magnetic mounting system
-
No drilling or permanent mounting
-
Exceptional heat dissipation
-
Compact pods with unmatched output
-
Professional-grade components
Ready to Shop?