Battle of the Waxes: Which Car Wax Reigns Supreme? The Results May Suprise You

Today we test 8 different waxes all marketed to have a superior shine. We first use a grease and wax remover, then apply the wax, buff the wax, spray them with water and see how they bead water. The results were very surprising to us. Koji Tip Jar koji.to/k/7T6m
#mechanic #autodetailing #wax #automotive #automotivedetailing #bestwax #zymol #chemicalguys #nufinish #turtlewax #mothers #meguiars #shinearmor #toolreview #carguys #detailing #detailingproducts
Amazon links to the waxes we used:
Zymol a.co/d/cR0HOcs
Chemical guys butter wetwax a.co/d/29Vlo8N
Meguiars Ultimate a.co/d/8uGPQxl
Meguiars Cleaner Wax a.co/d/5VB3QTP
Turtle wax hard shell wax a.co/d/7eglhxh
NuFinish a.co/d/gkp5j8J
Shine Armor Fortify a.co/d/69vK9iR
Mothers Hybrid a.co/d/gRoXwyq

[@johndoe70770]

I love it when someone validates my urge to be a cheapskate

[@andersonsgarage2334]

😎😎😁😁😁

[@BIG_DUDE82]

I used to detail cars professionally and I started thinking that all these companies are selling us is fancy packaging and adjectives. I told my wife a few months back that I’m going back old school. Dawn dish washing liquid, windex, turtle wax and armor all.

[@ftffighter]

Armor all actually destroys your interior though, the rest I have no objections to

[@cs1992]

Truth. After trying so many high-end wax/ceramic products, I have noticed that nothing seems to last beyond 3-4 months.

[@mrdave777]

I use speed wax. What ceramic product should I do next?

[@emitindustries8304]

​@@cs1992Exactly! 3 months in the sun, no garage, in NC. Maybe one of those $600 ceramic jobs might be better, but.... $$$!!

[@Chunkychocolatemilk7]

If you were a professional detailer you would know armor all is the absolute worst you can use

[@eastcoastroadrunner]

The most important observation is which lasts longer? I have purchased so many modern spray waxes but the paste wax still seems to last. About 4 months I use meguiars cleaner wax. 50 years old and somehow seems to still work the best as far as lasting the longest. That's weird to me so I do keep watching videos and keep trying new stuff.

[@1uckyB]

I start with a paste wax, but then I follow it up with 🐢 wax 'Ice' spray wax. This has always given my vehicles a deeper/wetter look when compared to using just one or the other. I paste wax twice a year, spray wax once a month. Meguiars gold class carnuba is my preferred paste.

[@petestaint8312]

Fantastic video! No BS. Thanks for posting. 👍

[@Novalightningwolf]

I use Turtle wax because that is what my father used when I was growing up so it is what I have the most experience with.

[@robertsutton5359]

I have been a professional detailer for about 3 years now but really kicked it up a notch this past year and I also had to play around and test many product to find my best application and for wax applications, turtle wax high gloss spray mist has actually done a great job for me but I do switch it up sometimes I like new finish And the ones u tried, I use chemical guys occasionally but I think it’s has a lot to do with the age, condition and paint type of vehicle at the end of the day

[@user-gf9ov7mf7u]

I am 70 years old and have used only a few different types of waxes. At my age I am looking for durable and easy to apply waxes.

[@davekogut9954]

Turtle wax ceramic ice. Just read directions easy to apply and works great

[@1badhaircut]

I prefer Zymol - for the garage queen - and turtle wax minute wax spray for the daily. NuFinish is great too - always had been but prefer the paste version

[@tarassonofposeidon1216]

Thanks for the No Spin honest test

[@tmurrayis]

I have used Nu Finish for a very long time. Its cheap, it goes on in any light and (most importantly) if buffs out super easily.

[@jonell1425]

I agree, and I have too. The best and most important thing...and the one thing this video doesn't even attempt to address...is that it LASTS.

[@leonsus9317]

Exactly. I've used turtle wax before, and that stuff is hard as heck to buff out, unlike nufinish, or any of the ceramic waxes.

[@duanerykhus9425]

Thank you for review :)

[@andersonsgarage2334]

You're welcome

[@Brian-rs4ug]

Consumer Reports rated New Finish as the wax with the best over all protection (it lasts the longest says CR) Although New Finish didn’t provide the best shine. I actually bought New Finish and think it’s ability to still bead up on my car nine months later is impressive. Especially being my car is parked outside year around in the Colorado climate.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

And it's affordable

[@cs1992]

Yep. Nothing, including high priced ceramics, really lasts nearly as long as they claim. Save your money.

[@choustonRV4Life]

Great to know I don't have to spend a lot of money for great results. Thanks!

[@andersonsgarage2334]

You bet!

[@aakar88]

Appreciate the care you you took for a scientific method! The problem here is that the paint was in poor condition and the only wax that would work well would be the Meguiars cleaner wax, which also contains polishing agents. To judge the difference in quality of shine, expensive wax does create a better look as far as depth and how different styling ques pick up reflections. As with any wax, you can't "build a house without a foundation" the more important steps are proper preparation previous to wax such as buff, clay and polish. Also it is essential when finished with the wax the vehicle be sprayed with a detail spray to pick up excess left over from different steps ( I like to do this with every step) I have found Blackfire Black wax to do an excellent job on dark colors, albeit with proper preparation previous to wax

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I appreciate your input. We were just trying to recreate what most people would do with their regular vehicles.

[@75jrwhite]

I think the real test is to see which one lasts the longest. Like a water test 1 month later. Tyvm for the video👍

[@martinlewis2143]

Fantastic! Thanks! 🎸🎶

[@mikes_in_paradise78]

I love hand waxing cars for the start of the year.

[@GainingDespair]

I use to hand wax, I felt there was no way a spray could be more durable than a paste. Emailed Turtle Wax one day, they basically said most waxes these days are not true waxes. They are synthetic polymer sealants regardless of paste, liquid, or spray and it doesn't matter how you choose to apply it. Makes little difference if you apply they work equally as well, and are more a carrier used in order to spread the polymer sealant. Basically summarized it as spray is easier to apply for many people, and less time consuming. It actually made a lot of sense to me, and I've not used paste/liquid wax since.

[@empower4you972]

I think you're right. The Chemical Guys liquid Better Wet Wax has been pretty good for me after Souveran Paste Wax. The carnuba's are loaded with synthetics and do a great job of mimicking the qualities of a carnuba.

[@areasonablethought610]

@@empower4you972 yeah, zymol on any level is hard to beat though. I have several bottles of the cleaner wax. I waxed my cousin's Buick enclave with it and it looked like a mirror. A guy t-boned him the next day. When asked how the guy didn't see him he told the state trooper that he thought he saw an illusion of water(an oasis if you will). That is no lie.

[@areasonablethought610]

Since then I haven't used the zymol and I still have several bottles unused and I'm really scared to.

[@Al-ok1lj]

To live in an time that spray waxes can do the same if not better job than paste waxes is incredible. Can’t beat TW Ice Spray wax. Easy to use. Doesn’t leave any white marks on trim. Lasts only a month for me since my car is always under the sun, but I love waxing once a month anyway.

[@drifter9425]

Yes I agree and if it's easier to apply and remove like a spray then peeps use it more often

[@j.johnson5217]

I've tried many waxes over the years and for a few years i detailed cars for friends and yes, they seem to all give a nice shine but what i look for is how easy they are to apply and wipe off, that's where i find differences

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I agree

[@salvadorsanchezorozco3907]

Great test

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Thank you for watching

[@user-vo4je7og2k]

My first car was a 2010 camaro and I am thinking the same thing! What were my parents thinking. Im just like you, I waxed it every 2 weeks and I loved it. Love the video great work.

[@rickh3512]

My grandpa and dad always used nu finish still have it to this day. Love the stuff

[@BelLavoroAutoSpa]

Similar experience when I was testing waxes, they all looked the same. Ease of use and durability is really the main difference between them. Great video! You'd probably like Collinite 845, that one is very nice to use and durable.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Hey thanks for your input. I will try the Collinite 945.

[@COC785]

He would really love Gyeon Q2 Wax. It has possibly the best hydrophobics I've seen in a wax but it is not cheap.

[@TrealTalk187]

​@@COC785 how much is that Q2?

[@Al-ok1lj]

I’ve always waxed once a month since new on my 2018 car. Still looks like new. I’ve never done full ceramic as I don’t have a covered garage to let it cure properly. In the beginning, I used TW super hard shell. Now my go to waxes are Megs cleaner and TW Ice Spray wax.

[@bigbosssauce7]

Predicting Nu Finish as the sleeper

[@larrysing]

You could do this test with a gloss meter and get some science behind the shiny :)

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Very good point. For the next one we will use a gloss meter. Thank you.

[@victordobbins2009]

I always have a been a fan of nu finish works great full car

[@carbonio28]

Thank you so much for making this video 👌👌👌 been using nu finish and don't see why use another one if it's super easy to apply and can do 3-4 times a year (that's just me) 🤪 thanks again 👍🔥👌💪👈

[@jameschildress7886]

The meguairs cleaner wax is great and long lasting I recently switched to there gold carnival wax and it is by far the best paste I've used

[@dawnkobs7652]

Collinite, Powerlock(sealant), FlexWax, Shineewax, Rapidwax are some that you must try...

[@dsbennett]

I've used NuFinish for years. The first time you use it, have to put two coats on. After that, wax once a year. Other waxes have to be renewed monthly.

[@steveneumeyer681]

If your car is not garaged, it will wear off horizontal surfaces after about 4 months here in the Midwest, USA

[@michaelx1530]

@@steveneumeyer681not true, i am a detailer and put mother ceramic wax 5 months ago. Still going like the first day, and i dont wash my car often and i drive alot

[@themightysquid]

Excellent, fair comparison for looks, but you should have tested the feel for slickness too. Thanks for the great info.

[@ronnyboy5091]

Love to wax also I am not ready to throw waxing on the side and go on ceramic coating yet. It’s just fun little more maintenance

[@Al-ok1lj]

Right? Waxing and detailing my car is like my zen time.

[@CarlWinslowFM]

It looks like we’re in the golden age of waxes so it’s just a matter of personal preference

[@themightysquid]

I use Nufinish. It goes on and off easy and leaves a great shine and a slickness that makes me swipe the car every time I pass it. Plus I find the process very therapeutic and the result very satisfying.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

A lot of people seem to like nufinish. Thanks for commenting.

[@billsolomon2379]

So, I’ve used many of the wax’s you have used here. Zymol being one of the best. Now I’ve also used for decades Klasse all in one polish cleaner. To me, it simply produces the best shine of anything I’ve ever used. It’s an acrylic product created back in the late 70’s when there was a shortage of carnuba wax in the world. It’s designed for aircraft to leave a super smooth surface. Again, a bit pricey but the results are amazing ($35 for a 16oz bottle). But you don’t need to use a lot to achieve great results. Only complaint: it does leave behind some dust if you let dry all the way: but you don’t have to. Simply apply as you have done here and then immediately wipe BAMM! Amazing shine.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Appreciate the information

[@michaelcampise5617]

When i was younger i seen an old man car i think it was a 66 chevy impala...he painted it green with a brush and it looked real good from about 25 feet away..lol. And i remember it had a great shine on it. He told me he used Jubilee spray furniture wax on it. It looked good for the poor old guy. He tried. He was happy. Ill never forget that

[@macc240038]

Don't laugh. I have a can of Johnson's paste wax for furniture. Hard to put on and hard to take off. But it lasts a really long time. The can is 40 years old.

[@michaelmartin2276]

Used CG Butter Wax for years and I've liked the results. I believe that find what works best on your own vehicle and stick with it. Any paint protection is better than none.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Definitely agree

[@cudgee7144]

Well said. Most people don't even wash their car on a regular basis, but as you say " Any Paint Protection Is Better Than None ". I think we get swept up in all the advertising hype and have to have the latest product BS, i have been using Nu-Finish for years, works for me. people say they changed the formula and it's not the same as the original, i can't see any difference. I top it up with Turtle Wax Seal and Shine as a drying agent after i wash the car and only have to polish it once a year. It's the old Keep It Simple Theory.

[@gabevillarreal4779]

For paste wax Turtle wax ceramic graphene paste wax is excellent! Also soft99 fussocoat! Both excellent with fussocoat lasting much longer and having crazy hydrophobic properties!

[@areasonablethought610]

I can wax and wash cars by hand all day. In my community when i do it for people i do it cheap. I like seeing shiny cars pass by me going up the highway.

[@Mardasee]

For a 2008 Honda Element I will use Nu Finish. For a brand new 2023 Subaru Forester I will use Nu Finish. Years ago when I was young and owned a Jeep I spent an arm and a leg on car care products and many hours of elbow grease.

[@sickmansgas483]

Really like the turtle wax. Super cheap good protection for 3-4 months it is kind of more work on buffing off by hand though.

[@diverdave4056]

IF you are not going to Clay Bar your car ... Meguiers cleaner wax works GREAT ! Nu Finish is not a wax ... but Yes it works very well

[@adamboi17]

I always like to finish off with a buffing towel and get everything streak and piece of dust gone. I’m very happy with my $5 turtle wax

[@michaelrayborn2837]

As a young man in the 80s I didn't have $ but I did have time and energy to spare. I waxed my car every week or 2 and enjoyed it for the most part. I used turtlewax paste, liquid and NuFinish. Now in my 50s I have a lil more $ and a lot less energy... I have no desire to wax and buff 12+ times a year. I applied a 2 yr ceramic sealant to my truck and will also use TW ceramic mist as a drying aid every couple of washes. My truck is super hydrophobic, candy like gloss and stays cleaner longer.

[@mrdave777]

What brand, please?

[@michaelrayborn2837]

@@mrdave777 Avalonking

[@juliussmith4001]

Wonderful !

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Many thanks!

[@robertmceuen3630]

Not a big car waxer, but I have used Nu Finish for years Easy to apply and buff. Shines good too.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I agree

[@verlaryder]

Collinite 915 for shine, ease of wiping off, 3-4 month durability

[@AMPTechGrade]

I suggest against turtle wax. Was VERY shiny & left the car butter smooth. Used it for years cuz I was poor, but you saw the streaking. The NUMBER ONE Complaint I’d get from family is the streaking with the Turtle Wax, and it’s harder to remove when it hardens. I’m gonna try my luck with McGuires The liquid turtle wax carnauba is nice, it’s a cream & comes off easily, but DOES NOT LAST AS LONG as the old school wax and buff

[@empower4you972]

The best wax I've ever used is Pinnacle Souveran Paste Wax. It goes on clear and wipes off with little to zero effort. The other thing is the shine is brilliant, and that's what I'm most interested in when I wax. I'm not really looking how I can NOT detail my car with longer lasting formula's or whatever based on longevity. The one drawback with Souveran is the price - $69 for 8 ounces. Latest product I've tried is Chemical Guys liquid Butter Wet Wax. It's a Carnuba creme wax and costs only $20 for 16 ounces. I also used a Mequiar's synthetic paste wax - no longer made - but its a little tougher to remove but has outstanding shine qualities as well. Next up for me is Mequiar's Ultimate Paste Wax - because I like the Mequiar's brand.

[@kirkmanning6232]

Have used meguiars cleaner wax for over 20 years! Also like Nu Finish and chemical guys. Never had to clay bar my cars.

[@alecstasi7]

Been using nu-finish for years. Always happy with result, trick is second coat after a couple of weeks. Getting harder to find a stockist now.

[@Anthony-tg9vs]

Nice video, I've used all kinds of waxes and sealers. It all depends on all kinds of factors, age. damage from just regular washes and scratches. I've changed from the Turtle wax to Chemical Guys Butter wax. My car is in great condition, so I don't need hard waxes. The only reason I've been using the Butter wax is for convenience. Easy on and off and no dust. Monthly waxing will keep any car looking good. But the video is awesome and answers easy questions. I've always hand waxed my cars. And a bottle of butter will last me 6 months, at 20 bucks that's a great deal for me.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Hey thank you

[@phototristan]

Please note, polish is what really makes paint shiny, more than wax. Wax just helps protect mostly.

[@katzsteel]

It’s not paint, it’s clear coat!

[@veryslyfox]

I first used Zymol about 25 years ago. Where it shines (pun intended) is if you have a black vehicle with lots of fine swirl marks. It erases them. I compared it to other cheap waxes back then (including Turtle Wax) and the Zymol was easily the best. Your paint might be too good to notice the difference.

[@paulage1art]

Good to know! I also used Zymol on my 1940 and 1947 vintage black sewing machines a did a nice job of diminishing sewing pin scratches.

[@Bleutisk]

Zymol was Mercedes-Benz choice for their car detail kit that they included with early models.

[@vermontvermont9292]

Used to be able to buy zymol at Walmart years ago. Can't find it anywhere locally anymore.

[@michaelcampise5617]

There are 2 kinds of waxes Those that allow water to bead up. Those that allow the water to just sheathe off. I'd rather a pure carnuba wax that sheathes the water. .beaded droplets create thousands of prisms after its wet / rain which can create water spots . A sheathing wax will puddle up the water and let it roll off the car. The best wax ive ever used was a wax called Slipstream airplane wax. Hard to apply and take off ....but the results were worth it

[@MURRYCHOOCK]

I use some liquid ceramic wax, for the ease of application and absence of dust. Meguiars is pretty good

[@stantonroyce9377]

How long after replied and being outside in weather, do the waxes shine and bead water like when just applied? Ease of application and durability matter.

[@areasonablethought610]

I have most of these waxes. I go to Ollie's when they have them on sale and buy them for $5 a piece and usually buy several bottles. I prefer meguiars and mother's the most though. I have several bottles of zymol and really like the stuff.

[@charlescoker7752]

Would be interesting to see how long each product stood up the weather. And how often you have to repeat waxing. And is a polish different than a wax?

[@HenryCalderonJr]

I love hand waxing just satisfies to look at your work later

[@dunk8157]

Excellent video, it confirms what I have been thinking which is that the product is not that important its more important just to get on with it and not neglect washing and waxing. I don't believe the hype with some of the modern coatings that are meant to last for years.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I have always really loved Zymol but after this test I guess I will grab whatever is close.

[@EnriqueReyesJrREALTOR]

Thank you for doing the comparison. Have you tried using the clay before waxing?

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I have not

[@charlescox4213]

Great conclusion I guess they are all similar just different prices, although I've used turtle wax alot in the past I find the wax is harder to buff out so I try to find waxes easier to apply and remove. I just used the Meguires Ultimate liquid wax with a great result but it's $25 a bottle.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@larryb1876]

I’ve tried several different kinds of wax from liquid spray to paste wax and I found all of them pretty much have the same shine. The only thing I have found is some wax is harder to take off than others. What I do is to take a couple of ounces of Chemical guys butter wax and put it a 22 ounce bottle, fill it with water and shake it till the wax dissolves in the water. Then I use it about once a week on my cars when I wipe it down. Takes me about five minutes to do my truck and car. I constantly get asked how I keep my car so shiny.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Well at least I'm not crazy. They all had the same shine inside and outside.

[@dontderockmerizz3211]

Use that Nu Finish on your windows. Quiet’s noisy wiper blades & during heavy rain you’ll see better as the water flies off the windshield.

[@michaelelliott2653]

My personal favorite is Rain Dance paste, if you can find it. Nothing I've found or seen lasts as long, 3 months minimum with washing at least once per week from spring to fall. The water beading is unbeatable.

[@davidhunsicker4438]

Rain Dance is a DuPont product. Good name good product.

[@michaelkraus4135]

I have not heard that name in a LONG TIME ! I used it a lot.

[@petersmith7126]

If yiuve the weather and the time to hand wax i still find it very therapeutic and s good way to end thd day cleaning your car

[@cs1992]

Nufinish is great but keep it off the plastics!

[@fuffoon]

I jump at the latest and greatest. The result is a 1 ton capacity cabinet packed with car cleaning products. Yet I always return to Turtle Wax cleaning and waxing paste. Their carnuba spray is great too and lasts a long time, especially after a good cleaning waxing. Different paints will hold it differently.

[@Voodoo.Voodoo]

How long does it last?

[@Voodoo.Voodoo]

Which one of these products gives you the most protection? I’ve switched to turtle wax hybrid ceramic spray mainly because it’s supposed to give about 6 months of protection but I do like to use wax as well just be side it’s tried and true.

[@areasonablethought610]

You are not the only one my guy for I have a cache of detailing chemicals also.

[@Al-ok1lj]

Same! My wife thinks I’m insane. She kinda understands now when I said me detailing the car is like her shopping.

[@areasonablethought610]

@@Al-ok1lj people don't understand my love for it either. A few shop owners around here tell me that I'm crazy for charging so low. I guess they feel as though that's one more car that they don't get to clean.

[@stephenwhite5444]

Great video! Did you happen to notice which ones lasted longest?

[@andersonsgarage2334]

In my opinion, they all lasted about the same amount of time. That car is my cousin's so I see it about once per week

[@Gumshoe88]

Your test should also include breakdown. Wash and see which loses properties after so many to include the type of chem used.

[@badpixels_]

i am going to enjoy this video...

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Hoping so

[@patrickhenry2845]

I bought a bottle of NU Finish from Harbor Freight. I was astonished how good it was on my old Ford Taurus. It is a cleaner wax. And, it is not a no rub wax. As indicated.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Definitely agree, bottle says no rub no buff..but how in the heck are you supposed to get it off.

[@Bleutisk]

Finish Kare BWM 101 Hi-Temp Car Wax. Best ever. Aircraft grade. Long lasting. Great shine and protection. Perfect for auto's in high temp locations.

[@SIALFORCE]

Next time use Tonyin Graphene Wax or Turtle Wax Graphene Wax 😊

[@isidrosevier1125]

Black magic intense graphene is pretty good too.

[@audieconrad8995]

At the end of the day, they're all good - some may be better than others but they're all decent. The real deal is proper paint prep , consistent maintenance and [imho] most importantly - technique. How ya use it... Good vid!

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I agree

[@paulherbert5548]

Meguiar's Black Wax had amazing "depth" on my dark blue Golf GTI. Unfortunately they stopped making the wax around 2020.

[@vermontvermont9292]

A good test would be to see which one of those lasts the longest. I love my Maguires gold class wax. In the can. The first year I had my car I was all about the spray waxes, ceramic this, and ceramic that. This year I've gone back to traditional hand waxing. I also use Maguires wax as you dry after I wash my car. Which is often 😆. It's actually pretty insane how often I wash my car. Anyway, Ive found that traditional waxes look better on my silver car. I also enjoy waxing.

[@DaytonaDan-bi2wb]

I used all the fancy stuff on my older silver Mercedes. But nothing brings a better shine than old school carnuba wax at the end of the day .The ceramic and hybrid nano tech stuff lasts longer and beads better, but the old carnuba wax produces the best shine still after all these years .

[@vermontvermont9292]

@@DaytonaDan-bi2wb i totally agree! I've also noticed I have to clay bar less if I use classic carnauba wax.

[@DaytonaDan-bi2wb]

I have been around a long time .l have always kept all my cars spotless since I was a 16 year old kid .lts kind of an obsession, I just like to have a clean ride

[@Al-ok1lj]

Waxing and detailing my car is my personal zen time. I just tune out everything. It’s really a good feeling that afterwards, your car looks just like new.

[@dinoselimovic8392]

Turtle wax hybrid solutions ceramic wax spray. $13, spray on and wipe off.

[@konos3951]

I've used TW Hybrid Solutions Ceramic and then in subsequent washes used it as a drying aid and that works extremely well obviously. I do find the ceramic and graphene coatings tend to attract more dust/pollen than traditional wax. I've now switched to CG butterwax and am pretty much following the same routine as I did with the TW and its definitely just as good but the pollen just blows off with the wind vs "sticking" like ceramics/graphene. Totally agree with a lot of other comments here though, as long as you're doing SOMETHING it will go a long way to protecting your paint.

[@masterpolir6145]

I search a long tasting, easy application, shiny wax, what would you recommend for me? I am a hobby detailer. Gyeon wax q2 or meguiars ultimate quick wax or turtle wax graphene spray wax or what other?thanks ❤❤

[@chachingx4120]

They are kinda the same, shocking. I have switched to the spray ceramic, easy to use, doesn’t discolor rubber or plastic and it seams to last a tad longer.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I was shocked also. My favorites looked just like all the others.

[@donniev8181]

Turtle Wax comes through in the clutch! I'm thinking about getting paint protection, but I'm worried what it'll look like in 3 years

[@gmailandgoogleaccount892]

Hydrophobic is irrelevant. Shine as measured with a gloss meter and then, done again after 3 months and after several car washes to determine longevity is what I want to see.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Thank you for the input.

[@victorpirsoul3979]

Did you prep the surface first? I.E., did you wash, clay, iron remover, compound, polish, alcohol surface prep before you applied these? I was using Griots garage 3 in 1 but have switched to CarPro Hydr02 spray on rinse off surface protectant (ridiculously easy to apply and it lasts 3 months or longer with maintenance washes).

[@andersonsgarage2334]

We washed, dried and used the grease and wax remover. Then we applied each wax.

[@LKN4WAR]

Good video, showing waxes how most people do them. The vast majority of people have no idea how to do paint correction or even one a DA or rotary machine. Maybe do a high end comparison eventually. Say FUSSO, Gyeon wax, turtle wax 25th anniversary, TAC systems shinee wax. Maybe a video confirming Gyeon wet coat is the best spray on wet rinse off product. Vs McKees hydro blue, TW Minute wax, suds lab hydro etc etc.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

@@LKN4WAR hey thank you

[@GatesRapes]

Meguiars Carnauba or Ultimate,, after Meguiars Ultra polish

[@Voodoo.Voodoo]

Which one of these products gives you the most protection? I’ve switched to turtle wax hybrid ceramic spray mainly because it’s supposed to give about 6 months of protection but I do like to use wax as well just be side it’s tried and true.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

To be honest I can't say for sure. None of them had advertised protection or duration on the bottle.

[@areasonablethought610]

Polishes with a machine is where you get a shine. Wax is the lock in the shine.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

I agree.

[@dageeman]

Very good demonstration. I tend to only use McGuire's brand of anything. The Cleaner Wax is a superior product, in my humble opinion. But I can see that one can go cheaper. Back in the day, Turtle wax used to be king.

[@MrSteve280]

This is not a purely objective, scientific evaluation, but I think subjective tests like this are every bit as important, maybe even more so. I've watched several videos today from professional detailers and I think it's most important to point out that regular waxes and ceramic waxes (and I presume hybrids) can be very different. Ceramics are for primarily for gloss and waxes are for primarily for protection (as one detailer said, ceramics are a clear coat for your clear coat). Ceramics finishes also require much more extensive surface preparation to work effectively, don't really lend themselves to spot polishing since they don't blend/feather as well, and, unless you park in a garage, ceramics actually wear out faster (forget the marketing myth). So, if you're applying a true ceramic finish, you got your work cut out for you. Not my words, but those of detailers. Your particular results underscore that there's no silver bullet solution for all cars and all drivers. Most waxes will provide protection and shine but the condition of your car's paint and how well you maintain it is much more important. For me personally, I simply won't go down the ceramics (or other chemical) rabbit hole because of the significantly higher work/maintenance and expense to get the most out of it. The best finish I ever had on a car was 50+ years ago on a '69 Chevelle SS. And that was because I washed it every couple of weeks, got the bugs, tar, and bird droppings off asap, and waxed it 2-3 times a year. A formula that still seems to work pretty well.

[@anthonymedina7737]

Yeah, it can't be said better.

[@djkeys415s]

Past is a time killer for me

[@Scott-oo2cz]

I’ve used 6/10 of these products. Can’t beat basic turtle wax. The chemical guys wax smells like banana. It’s works fine as well.

[@pm6613]

Dawn dish soap is lethal on your wax and clearcoat. Use car wash soap only. Also there are some liquid ( pour on / rinse off) waxes out there that leave a greasy film and it shows up after you wash the car the next time.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Thanks for the input

[@aldenconsolver3428]

Good job there, but now I wonder if there is a difference in how long it lasts. Back when I was poor I used turtle wax then when I started having some cars with decent paint jobs I used McGuire's (or however you spell it) but maybe it looked better BECAUSE I was using it on a first class new paint jobs. I think I will squirt some of that turtle wax next time I buy and see how it does

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Appreciate your comment. Longevity is important.

[@alext8828]

I was using SC Johnson's paste wax and then I tried some Mother's paste wax. The SC Johnson's was much better in terms of shine and enduring the elements. For some reason, the birds think my car is a toilet. I have to keep both cars protected. I should use the ceramic ones but I'm old school.

[@avinstallations]

Longivity could be the difference between them.

[@vincentnichols402]

Great Vidio Guys👍ive ben Waxing my 84 TWN with New Finish for thirty years great wax/polish ?? TURTLE wax is hard to remove.

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Good stuff

[@ashtongoorachan5168]

Autoglym high definition wax is excellent

[@oldrustycars]

I'll stick with Turtle Wax Hard Shell paste wax. Bit of a pain to apply but it lasts for months. Every wash I use Turtle Wax Wax And Dry spray. I use Meguiars Car Shampoo for wash soap. Water blade and microfibers to dry, I always keep microfibers and Mothers Spray Detailer to take care of bird poo right away. Black Honda Civic, black Mercedes E350 wagon.

[@robertmendez6847]

So being that they all look similar, which would you say was easiest to use? More specifically, easiest to buff off??

[@andersonsgarage2334]

Turtle wax or McGuire's