Best AFFORDABLE Polishers for Cars!

Best AFFORDABLE Polishers for Cars! I give some recommendations for inexpensive car polishers, sometimes referred to as “buffers”. I will be comparing the price, features, weight, warranties, and performance of these dual action (random orbital) car polishing machines that are used for paint correction, scratch & swirl removal on your car’s paint.
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⬇️🔶 LINKS TO MACHINE POLISHERS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇️⬇️
🇺🇸 For people in USA:
MaxShine M8S: amzn.to/3AHyh08
MaxShine M8S V2: amzn.to/3nVWrfO
Porter Cable 7424XP: amzn.to/3NXp0Uz
Hook-and-Loop Backing plate for Porter Cable polisher: amzn.to/3NTeaPz
Griot’s Garage G9: amzn.to/3yuKoL7
Adam’s Swirl Killer 15mm: amzn.to/3Rq5zGZ
MaxShine M15 Pro Series II: amzn.to/3arpdSp
Mini polishers:
Griot’s Garage G8 Mini: amzn.to/3ADFLkz
Adam’s Swirl Killer 12mm: amzn.to/3yAcTHi
MaxShine M312 (3-inch polisher): amzn.to/3Ro3jA3
Micro polishers:
MaxShine mini cordless polisher: amzn.to/3RuMOSW
Adam’s Swirl Killer Micro: amzn.to/3PnapCP
Best (but most expensive) polishers:
Flex XCE 10-8 125: bit.ly/3c6b7X5
Rupes LHR15 MKIII: bit.ly/3yAm76o
Rupes LHR75E Mini: bit.ly/3P6CNK4
Rupes Nano iBrid (long neck): bit.ly/3PouUPP
🇨🇦 For people in Canada:
MaxShine M8S: amzn.to/3OZrdAl
MaxShine M8S V2: amzn.to/3nTQTCp
Porter Cable 7424XP: bit.ly/3It0cCK
Hook-and-Loop Backing plate for Porter Cable polisher: bit.ly/3AHaj4T
Griot’s Garage G9: bit.ly/3IwM4IL
Adam’s Swirl Killer 15mm: bit.ly/3P08xQS
MaxShine M15 Pro: bit.ly/3RqPIrB
Mini polishers:
Griot’s Garage G8 Mini: bit.ly/3bZGSRn
Adam’s Swirl Killer 12mm: bit.ly/3ywnmDQ
MaxShine M312 (3-inch polisher): bit.ly/3PPO7Kf
Micro polishers:
MaxShine mini cordless polisher: bit.ly/3OT4FRD
Adam’s SK Pro Micro cordless polisher: bit.ly/3nUoGLN
Best (but most expensive) polishers:
Flex XCE 10-8 125: bit.ly/3ca9mbr
Rupes LHR15 MKIII: bit.ly/3yZmrNI
Rupes LHR75E Mini: bit.ly/3AHNZIo
Rupes Nano iBrid (long neck): bit.ly/3c6kJkh
🇬🇧 For people in the UK: bit.ly/3K5ZdJD
🇫🇷 For people in France: amzn.to/3ayQ2Ej
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7:45 - Normal polishers
17:17 - Mini polishers
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[@PanTheOrganizer]

⬇🔶 LINKS TO MACHINE POLISHERS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇⬇ 🇺🇸 For people in USA: MaxShine M8S: amzn.to/3AHyh08 MaxShine M8S V2: amzn.to/3nVWrfO Porter Cable 7424XP: amzn.to/3NXp0Uz Hook-and-Loop Backing plate for Porter Cable polisher: amzn.to/3NTeaPz Griot’s Garage G9: amzn.to/3yuKoL7 Adam’s Swirl Killer 15mm: amzn.to/3Rq5zGZ MaxShine M15 Pro Series II: amzn.to/3arpdSp Mini polishers: Griot’s Garage G8 Mini: amzn.to/3ADFLkz Adam’s Swirl Killer 12mm: amzn.to/3yAcTHi MaxShine M312 (3-inch polisher): amzn.to/3Ro3jA3 Micro polishers: MaxShine mini cordless polisher: amzn.to/3RuMOSW Adam’s Swirl Killer Micro: amzn.to/3PnapCP Best (but most expensive) polishers: Flex XCE 10-8 125: bit.ly/3c6b7X5 Rupes LHR15 MKIII: bit.ly/3yAm76o Rupes LHR75E Mini: bit.ly/3P6CNK4 Rupes Nano iBrid (long neck): bit.ly/3PouUPP 🇨🇦 For people in Canada: MaxShine M8S: amzn.to/3OZrdAl MaxShine M8S V2: amzn.to/3nTQTCp Porter Cable 7424XP: bit.ly/3It0cCK Hook-and-Loop Backing plate for Porter Cable polisher: bit.ly/3AHaj4T Griot’s Garage G9: bit.ly/3IwM4IL Adam’s Swirl Killer 15mm: bit.ly/3P08xQS MaxShine M15 Pro: bit.ly/3RqPIrB Mini polishers: Griot’s Garage G8 Mini: bit.ly/3bZGSRn Adam’s Swirl Killer 12mm: bit.ly/3ywnmDQ MaxShine M312 (3-inch polisher): bit.ly/3PPO7Kf Micro polishers: MaxShine mini cordless polisher: bit.ly/3OT4FRD Adam’s SK Pro Micro cordless polisher: bit.ly/3nUoGLN Best (but most expensive) polishers: Flex XCE 10-8 125: bit.ly/3ca9mbr Rupes LHR15 MKIII: bit.ly/3yZmrNI Rupes LHR75E Mini: bit.ly/3AHNZIo Rupes Nano iBrid (long neck): bit.ly/3c6kJkh 🇬🇧 For people in the UK: bit.ly/3K5ZdJD 🇫🇷 For people in France: amzn.to/3ayQ2Ej 🎶 MUSIC I USE IN MY VIDEOS - Referral link, get a free trial by clicking below! www.epidemicsound.com/referral/pjuxkd Watch more of my videos: ✅ Best affordable detailing products and tools: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ21XoGueNOVqpY ✅ Machine polishing tutorial for beginners: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs ✅ Best compounds, polishes & pads: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHunp4R4qJapn68

[@riteshnowbut1898]

Hi Pan, have you ever experimented with putting a 5inch backing plate on a 21mm polisher? I see alot of people doing that and claim to make the 21mm a bit more versatile... Although in my opinion it may off throw the balance that the machine is specifically made for maybe...

[@Framegxd]

Which would you pick out of the Maxshine M8S V2 and the Griot Garage G9?

[@iwayned]

Thanks Pan. I am a DIYer. I am thinking of a polisher and what appealed to me was Griot's Garage, because of the LIFE TIME warranty. They stand behind there product 100 % and that says a lot about them, and the commitment theymake to their customers. Also, their customer service is right up there too.

[@NelsonRodriguez-kk8hg]

For me I was looking for the most bang for your bucks without sacrificing quality Griots is hands down the best. Life time warranty and their customer service is amazing. I own the G8, G9, G15, G21 and the rotary G3 plenty of power on all polishers. And the detachable power cable so you can store away the polisher awesome idea. For the price of one rupes you can get 2 amazing Griots polishers I would start with the G9 and G8 for someone who is starting off.

[@jotighe2]

yes, I have a g8 myself, and it will outlive me.

[@lavishlex]

Can you change the backing plate on any of those?

[@brandonherrera2891]

@@lavishlex on my g8 mini, yes.

[@anthonyscuderijr.cluchfc6602]

Just did the same. Got the Griot G8 /G9 Kit on sale for $225 It was 269-15% with a discount code. 2 days later the price went back up so I scored. Very nice machines and packaging. Can’t wait to start the project! Customer service is top notch!

[@anthonyscuderijr.cluchfc6602]

@@lavishlex yes u can! The G8 Can use a 5 or 6 inch plate while the G8 can use a 2 or 3 inch plate.

[@stevenbyron9816]

Pan. I’ve been watching your channel for years. Don’t normally leave comments but just wanted to say thanks for all the great info you put out. It’s helped me greatly!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Steven. It means a lot when my long time viewers give me feedback. Much appreciated. Since you've been watching for years, let me officially welcome you to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 790,000 subscribers and 100 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@jerryforese2908]

I have a torq x polisher, really like it and doesn’t break the bank and can switch between 3,5 and 6 inch backing plates

[@chrishuelsman952]

I just finished polishing and waxing my snow white pearl Optima. I used 3D One hybrid compound and followed that with Gyeon Q2 wax. The polishers I used were my old school Porter Cable 7424XP and Adam's swirl killer mini 12mm LT. Then half way through the job I received the Griot's Garage G9 polisher. I finished polishing and applying the wax with the G9. I have to say I'm really impressed with the G9. The ergonomics of the G9 are great. I attached a five inch backing plate to both the 7424XP and the G9.

[@tz1708]

I agree with one of the other comments. Griot's G9and G8 are unbeatable and life time guarantee. The detachable cord makes it so easy to switch polishers while detailing and easy to store. The G8 also has a one inch extension and backing plate for tight areas. Three tools in one.

[@jaimedpcaus1]

Are there accessories for this tool that allow it to change the backing plate size (3, 5 or 6) and can you say anything about the vibration, if any? Thanks

[@slyarsenal]

Really appreciate all your videos. Ever since I bought my new car, I've learnt so much about detailing. I'm a DIYer so I've spent quite an exorbitant amount on buying all the equipment, chemicals, products etc required to achieve the best results one can with limited experience. Watching your videos have really helped me buy the right products specific to each job, which has made detailing therapeutic, a pleasure, rather than a chore. I never thought washing and cleaning my car would be fun. Sometimes it takes me 4-5hrs, but the final result is always rewarding.

[@javieracevedo4406]

I purchased the PC 7424XP about 6 years ago with the 5" backing and works great! I'm a DIY and my 2016 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Shaker's paint looks like new.

[@timwalsh6175]

Great video Pan. Thank you for the guidance and the context you give to each level of polisher. It is hard to figure out which tools are best for the individual, so I really enjoy how you break it down…from professional detailed to a weekend warrior like me.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jims261]

Thanks for another great video Pan. Would be cool to see a video comparing the cordless polishers to the affordable versions

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Jim!

[@bluekrait3371]

The $99 dollars Populo dual action polisher does a pretty good job. I had good experience with their cordless dredging machines for unclogging pipes, so when I saw their dual action polisher offered, I had to give it a try. It did not disappoint. In my humble opinion, it performed as good as units costing three times more!

[@euricogomes9904]

I started detailing 24 years ago, at that time having a polisher was out of my sight,today i got most of the rupes models,exception to mille and lhr21,detailing is something that i love,even though i dont do the detail in life im proud of my arsenal. Just like you this is something that i cannot live without. I've seen your stuff from Portugal. Greetings 😉👌

[@simonbradshaw3708]

I'm in the UK so I bought the Carbon Collective Nano Hex Polisher which has a long run time and removal guard around the head. Easy to change from rotary to dual action and comes with all the pads you should need to start off.

[@jasoncrandell2467]

Hey guys , I really like my shinemate ex620. And it was really the only "big machine" that was in my price range. I also like the old griots g6. Can use 6,5,and 3 inch backing plates. When I first started that covered most needs all in one.

[@JeepJL]

Porter Cable 7424XP still a fantastic all-around value. I have one that’s 17 years old, and is an absolute workhorse. 100% ball and roller bearing construction. A simple Sharpie line on the backing plate can easily show if too much pressure is applied, and the pad stalls until you get a good feel for it.

[@nicolasbonnel7582]

Thanks a lot Pan ! A lot of information, to the point ! Finally, tonight i'm polishing and also putting my ceramic coating on my little VW ! Following your advice 😀 Thanks a lot for all you do for your community, hats off to the man ! Have a nice day Nicolas

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Nicolas! I appreciate it!

[@davidhamilton82]

A fantastic video and superbly presented. Best and most informative detailing summary of polishers that I have come across. Thank you! 😊

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks David. I appreciate it.

[@marshprofessionaldetailing9794]

I use the Griot's Garage G8 Mini and G9 6" and I have nothing but positive things to say. They have both been involved in many full paint corrections and do an amazing job. I'm left handed so having access to the speed wheel on both sides of the polishers is an appreciated feature. That warranty too! I've also used FLEX machines and they're fantastic.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing! 👍🏻

[@riteshnowbut1898]

@@PanTheOrganizer Hi Pan, in your opinion the Rupes 15mm ES is still a good buy today for someone on a $300usd budget or would you recommend another greater alternative?

[@mikewright9547]

Great video Pan. I’m just a weekend warrior and have the porter cable unit. However after seeing this I fully see the need to add a mini polisher to my tool kit.

[@hellraisingvtec]

As always, love how detailed you are. Thanks for all the recommendations

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@deuce9119]

Thank you Pan! Perfect timing on this video. Just getting ready to pull the trigger on a new polisher.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad I could help!

[@no_lft_shft]

Another awesome detailed and informative video Pan. Thank you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you liked it!

[@jotighe2]

great content pan, thank you. I have a g8 myself, and you are spot-on correct: it is a great machine for someone who only corrects paint a couple times a year.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Couldn't agree more!

[@APASSIONFORDETAILING]

Great video again pan and it was great to hear you on the paul and specky podcast was a great listen

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was such a blast talking with those two guys!!

[@mdoyal111]

I have been using the SPTA cordless mini polisher and it’s been fantastic in DIY use. Comes with two batteries and a whole assortment of pads which have turned out to be quite good for the price of the kit

[@kleenevredaedetailngs5453]

Yea I’ve the spta polisher and it’s fantastic just wish I could get some more of the polishing and cutting compounds

[@ronayotte3571]

My first DA polisher was a Porter Cable 7424... I still have it as a backup polisher. My "workhorse" is my Griot's G15. Griot's warranty is outstanding. My first G15's motor failed. I called Griot's, they paid to have it shipped back and I had a brand new G15 within 2 days! I also have a Griots 3" polisher and plan to get a micro polisher.

[@stevenrivera6025]

I like to keep my own car looking great but I didn’t want to spend the money for some high end polisher. I went with the Ryobi Dual Action polisher and it works great. Some family has even come to me about some light scratches and swirling and it got it out with no issue. I highly recommend the Ryobi brand Polisher.

[@RAMPHD]

I bought the Flex about 3 years ago - love it! Yes a bit heavy to move around a SUV.

[@jlb3675]

Pan I have the G9 with both the 5" & 6" backing plates. I then got the G8 mini with both the 2" & 3" backing plates. I also opted for the 20' extension cord for them which is interchangable & detachable and that makes it really nice. I am a weekend warrior so these units work great for me. Although my neighbors seem to love that I have taken up detailing for a hobby!!

[@williamcarter1381]

Hi, that’s the two polishers I’m considering getting. Thanks for your input, good to know. Hard to beat lifetime warranty!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@davestewart9146]

I like the affordable options for the DIYer, thanks Pan 👍😁

[@PanTheOrganizer]

👍🏻

[@chuyesque]

I'm a weekend warrior and just used Harbor Freight's new Hercules 6" polisher that I bought for $120. I probably could have waited for a sale, but purchased it to polish a customer's car. It brought his car back to life and was easy to use. Not sure how long it will last, but it left a great first impression.

[@proline_detailin]

niccceee i was lookin into cordless & came across that one && tha SPTA 18V cordless, undeceive now especially since its gona be my first

[@brucemccarrier4247]

I absolutely love your content Pan! Would be interested in seeing you do a classic car sometime. Thanks man.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Bruce! I appreciate it. What classic car is your all time favourite? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 790,000 subscribers and 100 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@Brian-fo8sh]

Thanks for another great video Pan. Today for me was coffee and a video with Pan. Have a great day.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Brian! A "Pan & Coffee" morning! Great way to start the day. :)

[@brandonbdl]

Thanks for the info pan, as always an amazing video!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@guillermorodriguez5482]

One again a great video!!, thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Guillermo!

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

Wowwwww 🤩 An other amazing tutorial informative video from Pan The Organizer 👍🏼 Thank you Thank you

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you Alan!

[@doctorcrichton]

I looked at the polishers in Pan's new garage. Pricey. Only planning on doing it x times a year....on one car. But I knew Pan would have advice on some budget ones for a first polisher. As having tried so many products on here the only way my navy blue BMW metallic paintwork will get more of a mirror shine is with some machine polishing ....It hardly needs doing with a good prep and some graphene wax currently on but why not just SEE if I can do even better next time around! Pan is now my one stop shop for all detailing advice pretty well...... I have learned more from him than anyone..... and enjoyed listening to the positive gems of information from someone who really knows what they are talking about. Anyway..I am paying attention now...... Here comes the good bits! : )) OK so not such a good performance than the higher need machines......... Hmmmm.. Decisions .. Decisions...

[@jeepguylv80]

i started detailing in 1992 as a hobby because i was sick of seeing cars and trucks with swirls all over, so i learned to master the rotary polisher and back then 3m made the best 3 step polishing compound system in my opinion, now there is so many on the market that you can go broke trying all the different ones out there lol, i must have 10 to 15 brands that i use still as a hobby not professionally, but i enjoy it. as of now i use the SPTA 5" 15mm (around $110) and a SPTA 3" 10mm DA780S3 and not to long ago just picked up the max shine MO312 mini cordless (on sale for $189 and free shipping) so far i like all of these polishers, i only do maybe 4 to 5 cars a year if that just as a hobby for my family and friends, so far i have no complaints, they get the job done, i feel it's not so much the machine as it is technique and the pads and compounds selection, i neve use the pads that came with the polishers except the max shine kit, i always use the lake country hdo's or the rupes pads, if i was going to do polishing or paint correction as a business i would definitely buy a more professional brand of units, but for what i do they work out great.

[@pipedreamin]

I have one of the Porter Cable polishers branded as Meguiar’s, got it in about ‘96 and it’s still going strong. I would like to upgrade but my PC still works great.

[@bakoguy5330]

Love the videos over the years, you’re the man! That Red one by Griot’s is my pick. . . Thanks for the info. Hopefully I can have my car done by the new year, taking my time

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the kind words about my videos man! I appreciate it. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 950,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@dengen3944]

Merci Pan très bon vidéo comme d’habitude lâche pas! Bonne semaine

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci !!

[@stevew9914]

Pan - As always - super informative, super helpful and presented as only you can. Thanks for continuing to provide simply the best car detailing content on the web.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Steve!! :)

[@mann8254]

Great video Pan, as always, awesome stuff 👌

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks !!

[@johndibiase882]

I have Griot's and they do stand by their polishers. I Love the removalble cord because i can change frome one machine to another with out so many cords.

[@larrya5897]

A lot of great information…. Thank you pan

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nomad509]

As a weekend warrior over the last 25 years I finally picked up a polisher last year. Thankfully I picked something that only needed a light polish to get started and my mother was quite happy with the results for her annual Mother's Day gift. With channels like this one it has helped guide me along the way with techniques and tips that built up confidence with polishing on someone else's vehicle. For now I am rocking the Griot's G9 and hopefully a G8 Mini soon so I can take a deep dive in student mode with paint correction on my daily. Short term goals are detailing a few cars and invest some of that income eventually upgrading to a Rupes and Flex.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Ragingbuffalo4]

Stated with the porter cable and upgraded to the g9 couple years ago. Love the g9 and the g8

[@dabz5865]

great video as always pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks man!

[@neilwalker5041]

Really enjoyable video Pan and thank you for all of the work you put into making this video. All of the polishers are nice but I am old and prefer the smoothness of Rupes and Flex. The Flex beast is versatile and can fit into some smaller areas of the body because of the direct drive. The three inch Rupes is so smooth and powerful I have polished entire cars which have a lot of curves. Thank you for the video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

I use Flex and Rupes the most as well. But those are high end and costly. This video was more for affordable polishers, for those with a smaller budget.

[@sebastienlepelley7223]

Hello Pan merci à toi de faire des vidéos pour les petits budgets avoir u bon équipement peut coûter cher et la passion aussi surtout dans le detaailing il y a du choix Tu est au top toujours un grand plaisir de te suivre pouce bleu amplement mérité 👍👍👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci Sébastien! J'apprécie ton soutien! Passes un beau weekend!

[@michelhoule8636]

Merci Pan , toujours de tres bon conseil pour le DYI

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci Michel!

[@yarinsheiman7789]

Iv'e just purchased the MaxShine M15 pro II and it's absolutely great!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@dinotld]

Another great video. Thanks Pan! I was thinking of getting a new polisher. I have a 30-year old Porter Cable that works well but is a little on the heavy side. Seeing as I machine polish my car once a year, perhaps I should look for a mini polisher and keep my Porter Cable as my main polisher. Thanks again for your tips.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@richardseem7948]

Huge shocker another awesome video/product review good friend. All solid products.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

😁👍🏻

[@timblackwell3196]

Great video Pan. I love my Maxshine M15 Pro polisher. Its an amazing quality for price.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Tim!

[@ra65mike]

back in I think 99 or 2000 I got a Porta Cable sander and modified it to be a polisher, that little guy worked great for the final polish following a Rotary buff. funny to see how much has changed in the last 25 years of doing this . I still have the old dewalt rotary sold the PC when I go my Rupes in 2013

[@SuperDrake79]

Finally! Thank you, Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet!

[@taufiqnashir]

Hi Pan, i'm not professional detailer but i use Rupes LH19E rotary polisher for my daily car so i'm agree with you if you spent a lot of money but you get what you want. Rupes is the best result for your detailing car.

[@ASpec818]

The Porter Cable 7424 is the goat. I’ve also been using this since the early 2000’s and still runs runs like a champ. Just recently used it to paint correct and coat my new Tesla.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah for an entry level machine it's usually the one people learn with, and then upgrade to more powerful or specialized units depending on their needs (especially if you're a professional car detailer).

[@ddautodetailing]

Great video! I started with the PC 7424xp and moved up to the Maxshine 15mm Pro. Would love to get a mini polisher next👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Nice 👍

[@videomaniac108]

I really appreciate you sharing your experience and skill in the use of these machines, as a guide for us in trying to select a good machine for our needs. I'm venturing from hand polishing to machine polishing, so this video is especially helpful for me

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@videomaniac108]

@@PanTheOrganizer I bought a new black Nissan 370z about five years ago and shortly afterward had it professionally polished and coated. In doing research to learn the best products and practices to use to properly maintain it, I stumbled across your channel and was immediately impressed with your experience and depth of knowledge in the field, plus your apparent innate sense of curiosity about things. Your polish, pun intended, and sense of ethics were appealing to me, plus a good sense of humor is always a good thing for one to have. I have always admired people who were passionate about their work, or things they were involved in, and that was also obvious about you. I'm glad to see that you've been as successful as you've been in life, something that you've obviously worked at and deserve. As a former college physics instructor, I have always enjoyed the company of others who, like me, enjoy sharing knowledge with others, something you again like to do. Keep up the good work and bon chance mon ami.

[@dvlop0018]

This was a very useful video. For me if I were to recommend a polisher it would be Flex. It just is a smoother machine with very high quality parts. My family always told me, “we are too poor to buy anything cheap”. So just save up and buy the proper machine. Thanks Pan I appreciate that you tell us that it’s not a sponsored video. It’s something that tells me your real world testing is what it is. Awesome

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks. Yeah for someone who has a bigger budget and just wants the best, Flex and Rupes are still the best in the business. Hence why I have their polishers on my racks. :)

[@rvazquez818]

Very informative. Thank you Pan.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@davepuffett8608]

Very useful, thanks Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching Dave!

[@chuckburns3633]

I have an original Gen Griots with a 6" back plate; from way back. I then bought a Dewalt Cordless DCM848 (15mm throw) and i love it. It has plenty of power and not having a cord is wonderful. In days past I did a LOT of detailing and buffing when I had a used car store. It was all Sioux, Port Cable and Milwaukee 7" corded rotary polishers. Very, very heavy and commonly used with a wool pad and 3M Super Duty. Boy you had to be carefull. The Griot is going in for repairs and they tell me they'll likely not be able to repair due to its age but will give me a big credit towards a new machine. As I like 15mm throw I will probably go with the G15. If I had to buy a new corded machine it would likely be the 15mm Rupes. FWIW using the Dewalt with a Rupes foam pad and SONAX Ultimate Cut and then SONAX Perfect Finish is like MAGIC.

[@BNKRaz1]

Hello Pan, your channel showed me a hidden passion I never knew I had. I'm 25 now and looking into starting my own detailing business (currently in IT, complete career switch!) all thanks to you and your channel :) Just wanted to say thank you 😁

[@Dukat35131]

Hi Ryan, I totally agree, Pan propose amazing quality content. You may, also, look at the Yvan Lacroix Channel. He talk un detail about how to build your business and be efficient

[@Salafiilm]

Bro I can't believe you said this. I'm also 25, born March 1997 😅 also working in I.T and looking to switch to mobile detailing!

[@r2c479]

Same I’m 27 and have worked in managing and currently a carpenter but pan and esoteric got me really considering a career change now. Already have a van and stuff biggest obstacle right now is how I’m handling my water

[@kimnewling5728]

People in detailing are great people

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Ah thanks Ryan! I appreciate the kind words and positive feedback. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 790,000 subscribers and 100 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. How did you discover my channel by the way?

[@vancity2349]

Awesome. Was thinking of buying one to try for home (start on my wifes older car... lol) This is perfect thanks for posting.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

😁👍🏻

[@nicholaspaul2458]

I like these reviews of products that cover a wide spectrum. I have a G110v2 (Meguires) DA. I am an enthusiast and wonder if I would be wise to upgrade to one of the polishers you reviewed still staying at the entry level. Also if I continue with the G110 can I go to a six inch backing plate and pad vs the 7 inch that came with it. Thanks Pan I really enjoy you channel.

[@MOSEOFFICIEL]

On les veut aussi en français tes formidables vidéo Pan 😜 Merci pour tout

[@israelberrios2050]

We use 3 polishers from the same brand called Canfix and they all worked fine for our use, just maintenance We have the DA, a Rotary and a 3"

[@KonstaNykanen]

Very informative video, great work Pan! In Finland at least there is a brand called Tokya on the market. The model I would go for is called OP5, I believe it's made in China, but the quality is still pretty good and it's reasonably priced. So all in all a good first dual action polisher.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!!

[@jeepinspence]

I started out with a Milwaukee rotary with wool pads when I started buffing and detailing in the late 80s early 90s it served me well for years but the learning curve was high and holograms followed me for the first couple of years. I entered the new century a couple years ago when I picked up the Porter Cable 7424XP on a recommendation from Nick Rutter aka Mckee's 37. I cannot recommend this one enough for a first unit or even a seasoned veteran. It may well be the best bang for the buck. I didn't fully appreciate it until I picked up a Bauer DA from Harbor Freight. While the Bauer does the job all you have to do is start with the Bauer and then switch to the Porter Cable and the quality is evident. The PC is heavier far more solid feeling and the vibrations are reduced dramatically(which is huge for us old guys). I'm in the market for a micro or nano to add to my arsenal. Since Ive opened my own shop last November im finding that I need a smaller unit quite often especially on classic cars, and Jeep Wranglers. Keep up the good work Pan its appreciated!

[@javieracevedo4406]

Agree 100% on the PC. I purchased one about 6 years ago and it's been great!

[@Onedayatyhetime]

You really make me laugh with the portable one thanks for this great video God blessing you.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

What do you mean?

[@chrisclick3901]

I will ask Santa for the Griots Garage polishers for Christmas. Now I just have to get off the naught list! Awesome video. You spent a lot of time on the details and links and I appreciate that!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Happy holidays! :)

[@JamesDBuzzard]

Awesome overview of all these polishers. Just purchased the Milwaukee Rotary Polisher for better finishing. Started with the G9 and still use it to this day. Some of these polishers are irrelevant with the G9 being available for like 150 bucks.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks James. Yeah the G9 is tremendous value.

[@silverpassiondeepakverma6638]

im using SPTA last 3 years on daily basis this machine is awesome i have RUPES , FLEX and LAKE COUNTRY 5 IN 1 also but SPTA is very good ,

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

SPTA cordless or corded?

[@jonnyshielldetailing]

Great information pal x

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Jonny!

[@sebastiendomingo6658]

Merci pour cette vidéo pan.. alors j’ai un Shine mate ERO 600 depuis 3 ans est la je viens d’acheter un Max Shine M21 et une mini polisseuse SPTA

[@philip9569]

Perfect for my budget. Thanks!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet! How did you discover my channel Philip? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 855,000 subscribers and 108 million views! I have been detailing for 25 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@philip9569]

@@PanTheOrganizer By searching for how to wash your car. I really enjoy your videos.

[@ONI1013.]

I have the Rupes Nano Ibrid as well as the LHR15. Both are is so awesome!! I also have the Flex and PC XP7424, but the Rupes takes care of 95% of my needs. Griots Boss is not a bad alternative from what I hear. While a 15-21” DA is always a good staple, I do think you need an additional small DA like the Nano Ibrid for those small or curved areas that the larger just can’t get at.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

This is the 3rd time I’m watching this video and I learned and enjoy so much. By the way soon we are going to celebrate 8ook subscribers 👍🏼🥂🎉

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes we are!!! :)

[@thesamsquatch5224]

Thank you for this video Pan! Polishing has become much more safe thankfully, I have a paint thickness gauge just to be safe. One of my biggest fears is burning through clear coat but mainly its actively listening to the customer seeing what they want and preserving that clear coat. May I ask what detailing bags you recommend? Another great video well done Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! Yeah it would take quite a bit of effort to burn through modern clear coat, as demonstrated by my friends at The Rag Company in this cool video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrdZ4NvjcqMqNk And what do you mean by detailing bags? You mean bags to carry your tools and products in? One of these: amzn.to/3zq8l6S amzn.to/3zyeC0b amzn.to/3QfkT7U

[@techshedlington3106]

Thanks Pan for this fantastic information.. As a home warrior these polishers fit my budget and amount of yearly use.. I found the MAXSHINE SHINEMASTER PRO POLISHER 1000W M15 PRO v2 here in Australia from the local distributor at a fantastic price.. Very much enjoying your insight and knowledge of the products and techniques ... Keep up the great work.. Cheers👍🏻

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 940,000 subscribers and we have over 124 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@techshedlington3106]

While researching foam washing products and cannon applicators on KZbin your channel popped up .. I’ve watched lots of your videos and gained a heap of knowledge from a professional in the industry (you) .. it’s changed my initial opinions of what products I needed to look after my ride. Where everyone has a favourite product that they tend to push you give a broad view of multiple products and explain the benefits.. That then gives the viewer a chance to fit to their budget, finish level or expertise.. Most weekend warriors who want that ultimate finish and are prepared to pay find experts like you …

[@ronb9901]

I just got the G9 a couple months ago. Absolutely love it so far.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@michaelcurren1821]

I've had the same Porter Cable for over 16 years.

[@Normalizethis]

Hey Pan, I suggest picking up some Velcro straps for those polisher cords, to keep them tidy and under control. Thanks for another well done video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Cool, thanks

[@coreyadams4704]

Lake Country Udos 5-1 is my only unit I use. By far my favorite polisher!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That thing is built like a tank for sure!!

[@franciscogonzalez1472]

Thanks always for a great video, i buy Griot's G9 and mini G8, also but MaxShine M0312, great affordable machines for the job! I start my polishing work with these machines, i also but Rupes and good other brands pads to use with these machines, works great combine with quality pads and polishers compounds: Menzerna, Sonax, Koch Chemie etc.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing

[@Pittsburgh-412]

After watching 1,000 videos and doing countless hours of research, I ended up purchasing a used flex off of ebay. It was just under $200 but it was so worth it. It's in amazing condition and works so damn good. I would recommend the flex to anyone

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah Flex and Rupes are still the top of the pack for those who have the budget.

[@mdcollins3806]

I have owned a Flex XC3401VRG for about 5 years now….Bought it brand new. First couple of years I owned it I was a weekend warrior enthusiast in car detailing and did many many friends and family cars and word of mouth recommendations….After retirement I stopped the other stuff other then my own vehicles…This machine is an absolute work hoarse!!!

[@kprice399]

Awesome videos. Thx!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@400080vikkash]

I would love to see a review of the new milwaukee polishers. I'm an electrician and only run milwaukee tools so I have plenty of batteries for it..

[@woutdewachter4246]

In Europe we have the German brand Krauss Shinemaster S15 and the smaller S75 as affordable and still quality machines. I myself use an older machine from Bosch, but it has a very limited throw.

[@JB-hk4jp]

Hey Pan, thanks again for the help and the effort - I never fail to learn something with your videos. So I've watched a ton of videos and want to start doing some paint correction. I have a new Subaru, a 9 year old Subaru, and the kids have 11 or 12 year old Civics. I've heard Japanese cars have softer paint, so could I get a recommendation here? Based on my research and experience level (zero), I'd settled on a Griots G9 and the 3D One or Turtle Wax Pro 1 and Done. Would this be a good combo for my specific cars, and do you have any thoughts on pads for softer paint? Thanks again! 🚙

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

As I mentioned before, you should create a awesome detailing course, you have everything you need to create a course. Creating course is a lot work at front but once you create you just going to enjoy passive income 👍🏼

[@gpdr]

Love your videos. Discovered your channel last month. Your recent ones seem you’re low on energy though. Vs from previous years.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 900,000 subscribers and we have over 116 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. For the energy thing, that's just your perception. I'm still the same person as I was on day 1 of starting my channel in April 2016. Also, as I'm human, there can be better days than others. I have over 900 videos on my channel so far, so yes it's quite possible I can be under the weather or had a bad day in one video versus another. That doesn't change the fact that the information given is top notch. I think you can appreciate that. People don't know just how hard it is to make good KZbin videos. I studied in medicine, more precisely in molecular biology and biochemistry in university. And I can tell you that making KZbin videos is much much harder. The hardest thing I have ever done. How did you discover my channel by the way?

[@toinou-37]

Merci pour cette vidéo PAAAN, très bien expliqué, as tu déjà entendu parler des polisseuse SPTA en mini / normal / nano ? Bonne journée 👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Oui ce sont des polisseuses d’origine chinoise reconnues pour leur prix abordable. Certains de mes amis sur KZbin en utilisent.

[@nicholosk7280]

Yasou Pan, Thank you for a detailed video on the various polishers! I am a weekend warrior and enthusiast. I am in the market for a polisher and like you said I am better off buying the most expensive one because in the long term buying an inexpensive one will Not have the same results/performance/quality. You end up paying at least twice. Enjoy the rest of your vacation in Greece 🇬🇷! OPA 😀! NIKOS

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@72mespo]

I grew up on rotary polishers though I do love my DA now. Any chance you’d do a rotary tutorial just to see if I still remember the technique and applications? I do remember we used a damp pad.

[@imdeplorable2241]

Excellent, excellent video, Pan. Thank you for the education. I'm just an owner and have no polisher(s), so the timing of this video is perfect. Now, I'm looking at the Griot's G8 mini and the Maxshine micro cordless polisher. Your valued opinion? Thanks.👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Both would be good picks really, go for the one that is less expensive for you. A slight preference for the Griot's in my case.