Many drivers know that license plates are some of the most important things to go on a car – mainly because they are required to have a driver’s vehicle identified along with the description of the car’s appearance. We know that they can be somewhat of a dent towards the car’s appearance as much as anyone else does. They look very plain and out of place when a vehicle seems slick and fantastic.
There are some options to make them look better, and they can vary from either going with the vehicle’s colors or adding some different details that catch a viewer’s attention (if the custom text isn’t enough). Most important of all, we selected several options that each has a price that fits well for any customer’s budget in mind, so they can have an idea of what to expect for their purchases with the amount of money they pay.
Here are 10 best license plate frame options to use, each with their form of unique appearances and details.
No 1. SunplusTrade License Plate Frame Chrome Screw Caps
Our 1st license plate frame option is the Sunplus Trade 2 Stainless Steel, Polish Mirror License Plate Frame, which includes its own silver chrome screw caps. Perfect to go with a chrome bumper, and it can make the darker, lower parts of the vehicle look less bland. They won’t leave your license plate from looking very bland overall.
Key Features to Consider
- It has a slimmer design and won’t block off the state tags
- Installation is easy with four different screws as well as a screwdriver
- size dimensions include 6-5/16″ x 12-1/4″
Why We Love This Product
- Materials are of high quality, rust-free and protected from corrosion
- Fits any American license plate
- A simple but effective custom license plate frame
- Easy to install
- Very shiny and adds some contrast to dark-colored vehicles
What We Feel Should Improve
- Screws may be too obvious
- No foam protectors
No 2. Ohuhu Matte Aluminum License Plate Frame with Black Screw Caps
Our 2nd license plate frame option is the Ohuhu Matte Aluminum License Plate Frame, which comes with its black screw caps. While not as shiny as the first option, it does present itself with a more premium look for a car’s license plate for those wanting less chrome.
Key Features to Consider
- This is a US license plate, and it measures 6-3/8″ x 12-1/4″
- Durable and rust-free; made of high-quality aluminum
- Simple installation with the fasteners of a vehicle (along with the screws and covers)
- Does not block registration tags on all four corners
- Black Matte Finish that will never peel off
Why We Love This Product
- Matte finish is gorgeous
- Goes well with any license plate with the right dimensions
- Screws are not as obvious
- Quick installation
What We Feel Should Improve
- Some states may have their info covered up on the corners
- Not as different as some of the more unique license plate frames
No 3. Karoad Black License Plate Frames
Our 3rd license plate frame option is the Karoad Black License Plate Frames, which are made of stainless steel and come with bolts as well as washer caps. It does look like the stock frames found on cars that were just bought, but with much better materials.
Key Features to Consider
- Karoad’s frames are made of stainless steel, which is harder than aluminum and can last longer
- The edges are safe to hold and are anti-peel
- Much slimmer appearance than other plate frames and they don’t block the numbers
- Size remains as 6-5/16″ x 12-1/4″
- Easy to install, includes tools to help with the process
- 12-month warranty
Why We Love This Product
- Goes well with any license plate as long as the sizes match
- Better materials than the stock plate frames
- Very simple to use
What We Feel Should Improve
- Not too different from stock plates when viewed from far away
- Not as different as other license plate frames
No 4. DFDM National Powder Pink License Plate Frame
Our 4th license plate frame option for this list is the DFDM National Powder Pink Stainless Steel License Plate Frame, which comes with its own screws/fasteners/caps and now foam insulation. Compared to most of the other options listed, this one is pink rather than in silver chrome or matte black. The different color and affordable price makes this one of the more interesting personalized license plate frames to choose from.
Key Features to Consider
- The license plate boasts the use of the color pink, which is not as common as black or silver.
- Fits any license plate made across the world, and does not block and important state details
- Theft-proof enough to prevent criminals from stealing the license plate
- Lifetime warranty guarantee included, so any flaws on the plate will mean a 100% refund
Why We Love This Product
- Fits many different license plates aside from ones made in the US
- Very unique and appeals for a specific demographic
- Includes foam insulation
- Warranty included
- Simpler installation
What We Feel Should Improve
- Requires special care
- Not for all drivers
No 5. Luxury Handcrafted Bling White Rhinestone License Plate Frame
Our 5th option on the list is the 2 Pack Luxury Handcrafted License Plate Frame from Hippo Creation, which includes its gift box and also comes with three different colors to choose from with over a thousand gems put together across the frame. These three color choices help add to the concept of personalized license plate frames. Some buyers might be looking for.
The first choice (and also the more affordable one to purchase) is White Rhinestone, which is closer to silver like some of the plate frames mentioned before. The second choice is the Bling Champagne, which looks somewhat gold or bronze. It does add specific bling for those going to fancier parties. The third option is Bling Pink, which goes well with any girls that want to bring on the night.
This is the best license plate frame to choose for anyone that wants that extra bling to go with their car, especially with the three different color options to use all around.
Key Features to Consider
- Three different options to choose from, all with more than a thousand gems shining luxurious light thanks to the rhinestone
- Corrosion-free as well as scratch-free due to the use of high-quality stainless steel and edge grinding processing to make the frames durable
- Fits for both US and Canadian license plates, with the standard size of 12.25″x6.25″, without blocking any essential details on the plates
- Easy to install as well as perfect to use with different caps to bring the frames together
- 90-day money-back guarantee for customers 100% not satisfied with the product
Why We Love This Product
- 90-day money-back guarantee
- Fit both American and Canadian license plates
- Three options to choose from
- Easy installation
- Very shiny and adds some contrast to dark-colored vehicles
What We Feel Should Improve
- Require special care
- Could be pricy for some of the options
No 6. Cruiser Accessories 19130 Daisy
Our 6th option on the list is the Cruiser Accessory 19130 Daisy kit, which is also chrome plated, hand-painted, and features the unique daisy details. We feel this is easily the best license plate frame for any nature lover or fan of the daisy flower in general.
Key Features to Consider
- The design is simple yet very elegant, especially with the use of the daisy flowers on the frames.
- Both chrome plated and hand-painted for the added details of the license plate all around.
- Uses very durable materials, including zinc die-cast construction
- Made to fit any standard license plate that measures 6×12 inches
- User-friendly as well as easy to use; look for the instructions at the back of the package
Why We Love This Product
- Has some different details
- Installing the plates takes no effort
- Very shiny and adds some contrast to dark-colored vehicles
What We Feel Should Improve
- Has some different details
- Exclusive to a specific demographic
No 7. Circle Cool T304 Stainless Steel Polish Mirror License Plate Frame
The 7th option of our list is Beauty Equation’s Circle Cool T304 Stainless Steel Polish Mirror License Plate Frame Holder Tag, with chrome metal caps to lock everything together. To us, this is one of the more affordable options on the list, which is helpful for those that want to get their own hands on a license plate without having to spend too much on other plates available.
Key Features to Consider
- The best stainless steel to use for a plate frame, also anti-rust
- Size is 12.25 x 6.5 x 1/8 inch, and the interior of the frame is 11″ x 4.5″
- Fits a standard US license plate
Why We Love This Product
- Very affordable
- Fits any plate with the matching sizes
- Frames are installed in no time
- Very shiny and adds some contrast to dark-colored vehicles
What We Feel Should Improve
- Plates not sold by Beauty Equation may be counterfeits
- Some details of the plates may be blocked off
- Very plain
No 8. Product Express Personalized License Plate Frame
Our 8th option on our best license plate frame list is the Personalizable Chrome License Plate Frame Metal Gills from Product Express. Another affordable option, though it’s likely due to the fact that the frames have only text to make them feel more personalized. Compared to other customized license plate frames, this may be very plain for people that want more to do with their frames.
Key Features to Consider
- Buyers can add any text they want
- Chrome-plated frames
- Measures 6×12 inches and also fits any standard license plate
- Durable materials last under any serious weather conditions
- Very easy to install and does look sharp on a car
- Includes an auto tag holder
Why We Love This Product
- Lets you add your own text on the plate
- Very shiny and adds some contrast to dark-colored vehicles
What We Feel Should Improve
- Plain as previously mentioned
No 9. Indeedbuy Stainless Steel Black License Plate Frame
The 9th option of this license plate list is the 2017 Pcs 4 Holes Stainless Steel Black License Plate Frame from Indeedbuy. The stainless steel black gives the plates a better look than the plastic ones from a buyer’s vehicle when it was first bought from the shops. This is also the most affordable option on this list, despite the materials not being as cheap as said plastic frames.
Key Features to Consider
- Stainless steel materials made for the 1.2mm thick frames
- Safe from corrosion and rust
- This product Includes two frames, eight plastic screw caps, washers, and machine screws, four self-tapping screws, and one screwdriver
- The frame size is 12.4″ x 6.4″, and the inner size is 11.4″x5.3″
- It fits any license plate and vehicle bumpers. Buyers may need to check their sizes before buying if they are unsure if they fit or not
Why We Love This Product
- Features a matte, premium look
- A simple but effective custom license plate frame
What We Feel Should Improve
- Plastic screws may be cheaper than the other materials
- Doesn't stand out from some of the more unique license plate frames
No 10. Aggressive Overlays License Plate Frame
The 10th option on the best license plate frame list is the Genuine Carbon Fiber License Plate Frame from Aggressive Overlays, with screws and caps and tag registration included. This is the latest version of the frames, released back in March 2019 and includes better UV clear coating along with a depth of frame thinner for any customer request.
Key Features to Consider
- Made with 100% real carbon fiber, lovely weave pattern for a carbon fiber license plate frame
- Lightweight carbon fiber goes with the frame
- Features a high-quality glossy finish
- Includes screws and black caps
Why We Love This Product
- Goes well on any plate
- Quick installation
What We Feel Should Improve
- No foam protectors
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