Which Windshield Wiper Blade is Best? Let's find out! Michelin, PIAA, Bosch, AC Delco, & Aero

[@homebody0089]

15 years ago, If someone told me that I would be watching videos of wiper blades being tested while on a phone, I'd think you were high. All seriousness, thanks for doing these reviews/comparisons so we don't have to. I look forward to all of your uploads as usual. Thank you and have a great rest of your day/night!

[@edfleming9600]

10 yrs ago even.

[@tricky778]

What if I said there was this "Deep Fake" thing and for most political videos now you couldn't tell whether it was really what happened or not and you're f***ed?

[@eideticex]

15 years ago... I watched video on a Samsung phone, low resolution, tiny screen but on a phone non-the-less. Watching a video like this one however, was more thinking a HDD attached with some proprietary cable like that really wide data cable Nokia used for phone activation and contact backup. HDDs were blowing up in size around then.

[@ibenpishtoff]

Back 40 years ago, I don’t remember having to buy new wiper blades every year! Seemed to last forever! Other than a few squeakiness now and then! But then again, I was high most of the time as DesertDog referred to! 🥴😂

[@pqrstzxerty1296]

And still better tham whats on tv.

[@Maketrainsgreatagain]

The problem with Project Farm is now when I drive down the street and see a lawnmower on the side of the road, I wonder if it will run on laundry detergent.

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Funny!

[@planetrob555]

When that happens to me, I wonder if Mustie1 can make a Will It Run video on it...

[@lawnboy81SMS]

I love his videos, he does a great job on all of them. But now I have a hard time looking at virtually anything and always end up thinking something like "Can _____ be used as an engine oil? Let's find out!" lol

[@cocodojo]

I'll always remember when he ran the mower on bacon grease for a lubricant.

[@HariSeldon913]

Even worse for me. The Michelin blades were described as "spendy". I've only heard that term out of people from Michigan, and when I go to Michigan there's a place I pass that has about a hundred mowers sitting outside at any given time and now I'm going to wonder every time I pass that place.

[@joewg3]

Project Farm is more reliable, less bias, and better quality than Consumer Reports.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@duubtuub3071]

> Project Farm is more reliable, less bias, and better quality than Consumer Reports. I'm thinking: "Let's find out!"

[@de3481]

@pecos hank Hi, I'm from J.D. Power and I'll give you an award for your awesome widget if you don't talk about bias. And pay us. A lot of money. No really, a lot.

[@estesvalley]

I completely agree!

[@HansDelbruck53]

The word is biased, not bias.

[@a.s.4914]

Runs a farm, still makes time to not only make these videos, but the many impressive gizmo's he makes to test things with! Great work, as usual. 👍

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@sspeedy2859]

Far more money is made on You-Tube than can be made on the small hobby farm that PF has! He has become a very successful You-Tuber!

[@BigZBeatZ503]

Just shows how easy it must be to run a farm 😉

[@freshlysaltedfishing8500]

When he says he will be back in a year I believe it. The one and only underrated tuber (Edit) HE HAS UP LOADED THE YEAR TEST! Thanks for all of the replies and likes everyone.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@ownerowner678]

El precio

[@RWBHere]

You have a Leap Year of likes today!

[@jdhreiss]

Agreed!

[@stuartstuart866]

I live in the Southwest, so performance after baking in the sun for a year or more is more relevant that ice performance. This test wasn’t quite as thorough as his other tests. What about duty lifecycle ? Abrasion resistance on a dirty windshield? Dirt removal performance? Anyway, I appreciate the channel and the effort put in to them, some of these test are exhaustive, and test for things I wouldn’t even think of.

[@IRBork]

Hey, just a heads up from a professional detailer: the main reason to buy silicone blades is that they all leave a coating of silicone on your windshield with use that causes water to bead up and makes the wipers more effective. The rainx wipers you tested are just using that fact for marketing, but all silicone blades including the PIAA will coat the windshield. When combined with a glass treatment like rainx or aquapel (which is better) , silicone blades will last an incredibly long time because they are more effective at low speeds and at highway speeds you may not need the wipers at all because the water beads and rolls off. Speaking of which, you should test hydrophobic coatings like rainx at some point! Love your videos!

[@LuckyNv]

Very informative. My last set of PIAA wipers lasted 8 years believe it or not. I clean my car at least once a month, I would clean it more often if I had enough time. Every time I clean my car I clean the wiper blades too.

[@TNtoolman]

You will not see silicone blades used by car manufacturers (OEM). Silicone leaves deposits in the microscopic pitting that is found on EVERY windshield. Filling this pitting with a hydrophobic material is what allows Rain-X , Aquapel, and others to have the rain bead up and blow off the windshield. The down side is that these materials can cause extreme glare on the windshield, especially in sunrise, sunset, and oncoming headlights. The car manufacturers will not take on this liability...

[@mikebraun4263]

Does 2 stroke mix stabilizer Fuel? Adding 2 stroke mix Does it lower the octane levels over time ? I can not find any information on it

[@r3alfish]

IRBork isn't it recommended to use a coating (hydrophobic) when you switch to a silicone blade?

[@TNtoolman]

@@r3alfish Hydrophobic treatments can produce glade... especially when they start wearing off. I tell people that to minimize this problem, treat the windshield every 4 to 6 weeks. Even if the treatments seems to be working, after that time it is starting to wear.

[@justinmoreno1550]

I cant stress this enough, this channel is one of the best most informative on this platform

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@pressurewashingchainsawmas8118]

Then you would love the Scotty Kilmer channel

[@justinmoreno1550]

@@pressurewashingchainsawmas8118 I see your a man of culture as well

[@santoslorenz]

This man needs to be protected at all costs

[@BuckingHorse-Bull]

Big Oil may say other wise

[@fi4re]

"Find out which product is best for protecting Project Farm!"

[@Dakshohri]

@@fi4re "We're gonna test that" *Equipment starts sweating heavily*

[@jessefloyd4835]

I am always impressed with the thoroughness of these tests. This guy thinks of anything a consumer would need and then some and delivers. In my opinion this is the best practical review channel out there

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@mc1996]

He is the best. Real tests for a real world use. No one gets even close to this tests!

[@cazadordeadrenalina2161]

There are some good wiper that most came out. Www.trendhak.com

[@tsakaln1]

@Jesse Floyd , I agree!

[@emmettcoen]

They haven't been tested while driving... If you take 3 seconds you will realise this test is good for when you're in traffic /stationary... Try them with a 120km wind smashing them 🤘🍃👌😬😉

[@SmokeDogNY420]

"Hey buddy, you got anything good in the freezer I can have?" "Yeah, I've got 5 types of oil, some wiper blades, 7 brands of paint, 4 qualities of gasoline and an old lawnmower engine."

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Great point!!

[@brianmercado2968]

This is perfect

[@kalemercer7053]

Wait!! No beer or snacks What Heresy is this!!!!

[@pickeljarsforhillary102]

@@kalemercer7053 Next vid: Which beer is the best. Let's find out!

[@jsnsk101]

@@pickeljarsforhillary102 which beer wins the -40 flow race track

[@yuhsin2006]

By the end of the video he usually ends with "I'm very impressed by all these xxxx products etc" Well... I have to say that I am very impressed that ProjectFarm replied to almost all comments. Some channel used to do that if there are only few hundreds... This guy is replying over thousands sometimes!! Thanks for your time and effort making these videos!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!! I greatly appreciate everyone taking time to comment

[@generalleigh7387]

Project Farm How do you have time for ANYTHING???

[@mikenotta7079]

@@generalleigh7387 Donate to his patreon so he can hire staff! ;)

[@generalleigh7387]

mike notta Ha👍😁

[@pippendog1]

@@ProjectFarm How about a test for suitable brides ?

[@335841]

Unrelated to the actual content of the videos, but I just wanted to say I appreciate how you credit the artist of the music you play during clips. No, I'm not in the music industry in any way, just wanted to give kudos on that as you are probably the only KZbinr I watch that does that.

[@ProjectFarm]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching.

[@grape00jellly]

"we'll come back in a year to see how these wiper blades are doing" That's commitment I wish to one day attain xD

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@PurgatoryPriest]

It's a date! Reminder set. See you in 2020 PF.

[@darknova000]

@@ProjectFarm You bet I'll be back in a year!

[@sephiros9883]

I was gonna say..... only Mr Farm can pull this off. There is zero doubt we’ll have a video in one year as a follow up!

[@buddylee19082]

The PIAA's will be the only set that still good at that point. Silicone is the ONLY way to fly when it comes to wiper blades. The pay for themselves after the first 6mos. I've had my set going on 3yrs now, I live in PA so we get all 4 seasons, and they've withstood it ALL, rain, sleet, hail, and snow!

[@TheBcs82000]

Dude, your patience and thoroughness is amazing. Best comparison channel on KZbin.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@RRaucina]

@@ProjectFarm Dude!

[@gabrieldauz9396]

"we will come back after a year" talk about dedication haha. Good content

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@dragonspy91]

I wonder if you could use a tanning bed to accelerate the time needed for the UV / heat durability test?

[@marvinmacon9673]

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[@marvinmacon9673]

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[@jamesmoriarty9433]

@@ProjectFarm Dude. You're a nerd. And I mean that in the most endearing way possible. Keep up the good work. 🔥

[@BP-wv2xq]

I am a new driver and my husband being a veteran driver can drive with his eyes closed so his wipers have never bothered him. It wasn’t until I began to drive his car that it became apparent of how bad they really were. Thank you for taking the time to this video for folks like us.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@skyrocketautomotive]

The level of control in your tests blows my mind, you put so many other review channels (and media outlets) to shame. Not only that but you think of test conditions that many wouldn't, giving a far more complete picture. Great videos, as per usual! Thanks!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@xPanda25]

Is no one talking about how this man said he was going to expose them to sunlight for an entire YEAR just for testing them further? That's some high quality dedication!

[@ceneblock]

He has done experiments over a year before. The duct tape one comes to mind right away as being an example.

[@stanley_5586]

Dad: do you want to go out to the movie theater? Me: nah I want to watch windshield wiper blades get stress tested! Great video as always!

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Thank you very much!!

[@wetlettuce4768]

Sorry dad Thanos can wait I want to watch wiper blades!

[@LeoRousseau]

Oh hell yeah!!!

[@rustyshacklef00rd]

3 years later I STILL use Michelin XT Endurance wipers on all of my trucks. Thank you Project Farm for the best, unbought and unbiased advice!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

[@ItsJust2SXTs]

Can't find them in Canada, seem to be US only product...

[@jacob729]

This is one of the best channels on KZbin, hands down. I, for one, appreciate what your doing!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much for the positive feedback

[@jacob729]

@@ProjectFarm Thank you for the time and effort you clearly put into this. If you ever run out of ideas for videos, how about one testing different traction "treatments" and products for concrete, I cant make up my mind on what to gamble on for our front porch.

[@noahludford3667]

Test tires, they are so expensive and quality ranges are all over.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback

[@cswango2744]

Noah Ludford tires are gonna be a little more difficult since it takes several thousands of miles and a lot of variables between truck/sports/utility vehicles. That would be a challenge and a long time to put that test together. But a very good test I must say, like you said, they’re so expensive it would be nice to find out some truth

[@broken080]

@@cswango2744 give me an hour on a track....

[@justanothertroll9205]

I tested many tires in different conditions over the years. Dry performance: ( breaking,cornering , acceleration) Only Premium brands and their secondary products. Bridgestone, Firestone, Michelin, Dunlop , Continental, GoodYear. Yokohama,Toyo and co. Top or middle versions of each brand. Not the cheapest. During time Bridgestone and Firestone keep the rubber much better. No cracks and not losing grip in years. On wet: Same products but some companies made some special wet grip tires. Like Uniroyal for example. In general version Bridgestone Turanza are the best for the money. Winter tires are not perfect no matter what. It's good to drive very carefully because you can't beat physics laws. All seasons are never good. Not too good in dry or wet or winter. Budget tires are ok if you don't drive fast or on the limit. I prefer old Potenza vs any new no name tires.

[@smallenginekid6252]

Noah Ludford yes plz

[@cheffrin3751]

You know, I've wanted to know this since I started driving 20 years ago... I've never thought to recommend it though! So glad I got to see this! Thanks for putting so much time into these things!

[@cheffrin3751]

@Andy Ruse good point! I've been using rain-x latitude for years, so I know they work for my car but I just always wanted to see a side by side! Might switch to Bosch though for the price! Haha

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@sherman614]

I've been watching your videos for hours now, they are the BEST tests of common items I've ever seen! I'm honestly surprised companies haven't tried to shut your channel down! Haha! Because of your videos, I have a much better idea of what I want to buy, saving me so much time and money!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@ONE_GEN_X]

Love how the passenger blade basically undoes what the driver blade wipes off.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great point!!

[@pussinboots1145]

jeepmansopinion i noticed that too. Maybe these are better. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHe1n4JsiMl5bLM

[@ColtaineCrows]

Yeah, some car manufacturers did try different wiper designs and most of them work better than the regular one, but I'm guessing the BOM cost is too great.

[@AllenEngineered]

I think in normal driving conditions the air flow would help push that water up and over the window rather than it just fling over to the other side.

[@volodymyrzakolodyazhny]

@@AllenEngineered Yes, and different length of left and right (passenger's shorter).

[@2260kenneth]

Thank you for doing this experiment! I'm an OTR truck driver and was getting ready to buy new wiper blades for my semi. After watching your video I went with the Michelin Extreme with the beam technology. The one that did the best in your test. Even though they're $20 a blade at Walmart. I'm very happy with them. Also how can you put a price on being able to see clearly to stop an 80,000 lbs truck!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@gbaca57]

Try taking your rig to the streakin beacon(blue beacon) just so that you can put the rainx coating. I always do this and paired with a good set of wipers you’ll be laughing at the rain while everyone else is struggling to see out they’re windshield

[@2260kenneth]

@@gbaca57 I always get the rain x at the blue beacon. When it rains after you got your truck washed you can see the water bead up on your hood. Then your truck stays clean longer.

[@JimmyVaught]

Look into flyby30, going on 8 months after application and water still beads like crazy! Definitely helps during heavy downpours

[@roccit]

Thank you to my OTR stuff-hauling brothers and sisters! You guys work for a living!

[@garycorde994]

The test would have been more accurate with a 40-50mph wind over the windshield. This is especially true for the RainX test. In fact, with the RainX blades the wipers don’t need to be used for light rain.

[@Kris_M]

Wind makes a lot of difference. My car needs spoilered blades, regular blades loose contact with the windshield from about 100km/h (60mph) BTW, love RainX fluid on the windshield, no wipers needed from 70km/h and up...

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the constructive feedback

[@mikespecht]

Maybe a good leaf blower could be used to add air flow if retested in the future.

[@edsoloe5386]

I've driven 70 mph in rain so hard that cars was pulling off the road and I only used Rain-X without my wipers even turned on.

[@paule5812]

I’ve noticed the best speed is anything over 50 mph and the water beads right off when using the RainX blades

[@nonametyvm]

Great test . I use the Michelin . here's a tip for ya'll.. I use nothing but purified water , and mix in a pint of all purpose cleaner . it keeps the washer tubes & sprayers from clogging , and no hard water hitting the wipers causing wear . My wipers are well into 2 years old and still working great. I live in Florida ..

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@ParkerUAS]

As a resident of Phoenix, AZ I would be interested in seeing if these blades could be left exposed to the elements for 6 months, then tested again. Here in the desert our wipers bake for about 10 months under intense UV and summer temps of 120 in the shade and likely the blade hits close to 200 in direct sunlight being black in color. Then, we get our monsoon storms and when we need the wiper, they crack and fall apart. The smart ones here just replace their blades in May before monsoon season, but I would like to know which has the best chance surviving the hell that is the Sonoran Desert.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great suggestion! I have them positioned to receive full UV exposure and will have a follow up in the future.

[@ParkerUAS]

@@ProjectFarm, awesome! Thanks.

[@wearemilesfromnowhere4630]

A buddy of mine who lives in Phx would wrap his in aluminum foil and keep them in the glove box. We used to tease him a lot.

[@ParkerUAS]

@@wearemilesfromnowhere4630 , then you need another set to keep the wiper bar off the glass. I just replaced my wipers last month because one took a hit from a rock flung up and saved my windshield.

[@Reculse]

Well silicone ones should not be affected as much as the ruber ones if they are affected at all

[@jdlech]

One trick from a professional semi driver: Get wiper blades one inch shorter than what is supposed to be for your vehicle. The shorter length will fit the contour of your windshield much better and be much more effective at removing water, snow, and ice. The passenger side is dramatically improved, while less so for the drivers side. Also, I was among a group of 5 truckers who had a haul from Pittsburg to Brownsville Tx. During our wait to get loaded, we decided to follow the instructions on the classic RainX product to the best of our ability. Which meant a perfectly clean windshield before application, and a very thorough 2 coat application. Once we got to Texas, it was raining heavily enough for others to get off the road, but we kept going without the use of wipers. We could see perfectly well; better than any wiper blades I've ever used. But once you started using wipers, you ruined the RainX coating fairly quickly. We never continued the practice as it was fairly labor intensive and didn't work with dirty road spray. So it worked great in any rain storm, but the road spray after a storm would force you to use your wipers and ruin the coating.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the tip!!

[@jdlech]

@Semper Fi Not since the 90s bud. And how many cars do you know have perfectly flat windshields?

[@dynamo3059]

lol why would the engineers design wipers so that 1 inch shorter than what they say is better. that makes no sense.

[@jdlech]

@@dynamo3059 The engineers are thinking the largest area of visibility, but at the cost of poorer visibility over the entire surface. A wiper blade 1" shorter has less area of visibility, but (especially for the passenger side), the wiper blade does a better job for the smaller area. So you're sacrificing visible area for better visibility in the smaller area. In many cars, you will actually see the end of the passenger wiper blade sticking out in the air without making contact with the windshield. Whenever you see that condition, ice can form on the wiper blade and streak across the entire windshield. Theoretically, you can get excellent visibility by using 6 inch wiper blades. But that won't give you a very big area to see through. The general rule of thumb is, the shorter the blades, the better they will remain on the glass. But there's obviously a point of diminishing returns. At some point, your area of view will become too small. So you could go with blades that are 2 or 3 inches shorter, but that might create blind spots in bad weather. Engineers have to do this balancing act with wiper blades. Wiper blades last longest when they are not pressed down against the windshield, allowing them to do their job without much flexing. But at speeds, the force of the wind tries to pull them up off the glass. So the engineers have to do something to counter that effect. And they have to do it on the cheap. The tried and true solution is cheap springs. But springs can't compensate for low speeds. Thus, the springs might keep the blades on the windshield at 70mph, but sitting at the stop light is actually overflexing the rubber blades and wearing them out prematurely. Now, going with smaller blades will help them stay on the windshield, but that also puts more pressure per inch on the blades - wearing them out just a little faster than otherwise. There's always a tradeoff. Engineers are very much aware of the concept of the "engineering compromise". There used to be a product that you could clip onto your wiper blades that counteracted the wind at speed. I'm not sure how well they worked, if at all. But I know the better they worked, the faster your wiper blades would wear out. There's just no getting around basic physics.

[@dco5055]

Needed some epoxy to do a repair. Project farm uploads a video testing them. I was going to re paint the inside of my house. Porject Farm uploads a video testing the different paints. My wife complained today she needs new windshield wipers. Look at KZbin see Project farm uploaded a video very recent testing the best wiper blades. It's almost if you're reading my mind. Now I just you need you to test the best numbers to win the lotto.

[@jonnybmk6212]

You went with Bosch.

[@yiotis82]

4, 8, 15, 16, 23, 42

[@cedricberube]

@@yiotis82 i understood that reference

[@_Epictetus_]

The best lotto you can win is Bitcoin 😉

[@ScooterFXRS]

Did you not know, Todd has a ouija board, crystal ball, and divining rod? 🔮

[@timbrewer6629]

just bought the Michelin Endurance XT's for my truck and my wifes car man what a difference from my old rain-x blades. Thanks for the review, XT's for the win

[@ProjectFarm]

Good to hear!

[@kentucky-jacob7268]

Now I’m curious, I’d love to see a test of windshield wiper fluid. Different brands, types, ability to remove stains, etc.

[@brownsnake0400]

RainX wipers and fluid combo is unmatched in most rain scenarios. there are plenty of times where its completely fine for me to drive 80-90km/h (50-55Mph) without even needing to use my wipers. just use them during heavy rain and snow

[@ynotw57]

Good idea!

[@kylefowler5082]

@@brownsnake0400 I am personally scared of RainX. Some people love it and others absolutely hate it. What's the deal?

[@brownsnake0400]

@@kylefowler5082 no idea, they've always treated me well and I get a good variety of weather types

[@Newzchspy]

Good idea! @projectfarm !

[@blalolblalol]

Dude, watching your (great, detailed, awesome) videos on a variety of household goods, I can only conclude you must have the most efficient, best performing, biggest-bang-for-your-buck home EVER.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@FishFind3000]

Yes this is great info for this upcoming winter.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!!

[@cstringer]

Except he didn’t test clearing actual ice from the windshield. We all get impatient with the last but of ice and run the wipers over it.

[@watvannou]

@@cstringer Yeah an actual winter day follow up would be neat!

[@miami1393]

Great video, lots of great info. I wonder if at $38 they're worth it

[@calska140]

@@cstringer Pretty doubtful that the wipers that did the best in this test would perform worse than the same competitors in an actual winter test.

[@jredd801]

Michelin xt been on my truck for 6 yrs now, thru harsh winters and hot summers.. still working fine.. thanks for the review 👌

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@chads9776]

Regular people with hectic lives don’t have time to do testing like this. Todd thank you so much for doing these reviews. I’m now a Patreon member, going to bump up my contribution to help you fund further testing. If everyone donated 1 dollar per month Project Farm could continue to produce these high quality reviews for a very long time. Guys, please donate to keep these going! He doesn’t take sponsorships to help US out. So let’s return the favor and help HIM out!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the Patreon support. As support has increased, I've made use of every penny for buying test supplies.

[@myytchannel6632]

@@ProjectFarm God bless you for all you do.

[@michaels5647]

I’m totally in for that! Set this man up a page!

[@seananon4893]

Wiper Company CEO's: "We can fool the public and sell them the same crap for years" Wiper Company CEO's son: "Hey dad, have you seen this farm guy on KZbin?" Somewhere there is a wiper blade technician studying this video frame by frame... Thank you Project Farm!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@intraw831]

Frame by frame 😂😂😂

[@gplusgplus2286]

Same with LockPickingLawyer

[@justinl2009]

@@gplusgplus2286 *Abus has a massive spike in sales, Master Lock drops in sales* Must be LPL

[@jamesvyoung]

I recommend all my customers to buy products off your test results. Thanks for doing the work that others don't!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@sspeedy2859]

I've been using the Bosh Advantage on all the cars/trucks "6 vehicles" I've had for the last 4 years or so. They are for the money the best windshield wiper blades I've come across!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@fredfranklin8816]

They work great on my Jeep Gladiator.

[@bdpc-dk2xb]

Guy at the store must have been really confused. "Ok sir, what kind of wiper blades were you looking for" "All of them!" .....

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. You are right! I get all sorts of expressions.

[@gettintheresafelywithpatf2869]

Could you imagine him in an auto dealership center trying to find out the best new car, cheapest new car or trucks... I wish I had a GoPro back when I worked construction, I ran three trucks out of warranty in 3 months, killed 2 with mileage, and lost the third to a deer at 75 mph, granted these were all small trucks, (2) s-10, (1) Dakota, and replaced them all with an 85 ford Ranger. That last truck lasted me 9 years, @ 100,000 plus or minus per year! Boy I mis that truck, surprisingly enough so does my wife!, but we need a family car.

[@ashefaels]

@@gettintheresafelywithpatf2869 a great truck can almost always pay for a family sedan.

[@zuestoots5176]

@@gettintheresafelywithpatf2869 Not surprised to see the truck that lasts was a Ford.

[@FrankGreggmusic]

Counter sales person, "I love it when that guy comes in! I can make my sales weekly sales quota in 20 minutes!"

[@DarKnightKilla13]

Perfectly timed video! My '98 Chevy Cavalier was sitting for almost 2-3 years, and I just rebuilt the engine with my friend (replaced all gaskets including head gasket, full cleaning and tune-up as well), put in a new clutch (it's a 5 spd manual), and did some other work to it... started up perfectly, but the wipers were accidentally in the on position when we first started it, and the blades that sat on there were dry-rotted and fell apart immediately, lol. Definitely perfect timing to replace them.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@micarguy8239]

Couldn’t click fast enough! Perfect subject material too. Thanks PF!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@kaneamora7371]

I need to buy new wiper blades for my car and was trying to figure out which one to buy. Then I thought, I know, I’ll check project farm. I’m sure he has a video on it. Now I know which is the best cause of this excellent work.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@TheMoises1213]

You bought the Michelin one?

[@saedin1]

What about a test of windshield water repellent, like rainX.

[@jonnygear9169]

I just use car wax on my windows works better and last long. Also don't have to by another product.

[@kamX-rz4uy]

That would be an interesting test. I use the orange colored rain-x washer fluid and I only have to use my wipers if it is really pouring or if I am behind another car as mist doesn't slide up the windshield as well as rain drops.

[@rueridge7597]

Aquapel is by far best water repellent for windshields. Been used In trucking industry for yrs.

[@toxictophat711]

I'm curious I use rain-x cleaner and treatment ik the straight rain-x works better not sure what would work even better because it seems rain will fly off at 35mph

[@RipleySawzen]

@@jonnygear9169 What type of car wax? Like a thick solid or a soupy one?

[@Dumps3rFir3]

I've been using the Rain-X blades for years... and today I learned about running them dry for 2 minutes and using the fluid after so it actually works lol

[@jamwheeler]

damnit literally bought new wipers like 3 days ago. guess its time to see how bad of a choice I made lol

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and hope you enjoy the video!

[@bilbobaggins4710]

Me too Hahahahha damit

[@whysoserious867]

I switched to silicone blades like a year ago maybe a little longer than that I still haven't had to change them and I live in Michigan so we get that snow and ice they were $75 for the pair but considering I think I can get at least another year out of them its not too bad

[@evangibeau4489]

@@whysoserious867 Michigan's tough! I'm really hoping our winter is a little warmer than the -40°F we had last year!! That being said, my ice fishing season didn't start until January 12th because the ice hadn't frozen.

[@jeffersongraves5295]

I only have the option of 1 set of blades because modern ones don't clear my cowl so I'm stuck with el cheapo

[@MarkMcKee1963]

I worked in a test lab at a Major Windshield Wiper company about 10 years ago and we performed what we called a Competitive Analysis on our own wiper blades as well as blades purchased from the local big box and automotive parts stores. Along with the tests you performed, we did a lifecycle test of 1,000,000 cycles, a salt spray test to test for corrosion, as well as a simple drop test from 3 ft. (The drop test was to simulate someone accidentally dropping the wiper blade as it was being installed and you’d be surprised how many fell apart and/or broke). When we would wipe a windshield with the blade we would load the windshield with water and do a single wipe and count the seconds for the windscreen to be completely dry in the wipe pattern. This video brought back some fond memories. I also discovered that the company I worked for had a low cost blade marketed under a different name that outperformed every single blade we made and 90% of the blades we tested against. Great video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@bamwa]

What was the low cost blade you referenced in your last sentence?

[@nachor1731]

I used the Bosch wiper blades on my cars while I lived in Las Vegas, NV. My cars were parked outside and the blades lasted for around four years. Great video.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing

[@whiteviper1979]

If your in a frigid cold ❄️🌨️ environment that finishes them off much quicker! I used the Bosch wipers as well and their trash 🗑️ in a year in region's of the country that have Sub-Zero weather ☁️🌡️

[@GrantsPassTVRepair]

I don't think I've ever watched anyone's channel grow so fast. Thanks for another great comparison.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback

[@kibukun]

"The water will remain constant through the test!" What we don't see: "Honey, if you will please. Can you not take a shower while I'm running an experiment?"

[@ras4782]

Lmbo

[@IceInMaWeiner]

Lmbo

[@josephdonohue3115]

@@IceInMaWeiner Lmbo

[@ProjectFarm]

lol

[@factsdontcareaboutfeelings9384]

More like honey that crazy neighbor is out in his driveway with a cone and hose on his hood. Walking around changing his blades over and over.

[@dutchynehtam]

I gotta say. That’s probably the cleanest windshield ever after all those test! Great video man

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! 👍

[@macforme]

Project Farm: I have trouble putting on 1 wiper... I can't believe you willingly put on 6 sets for this test. Very interesting presentation... thank you so much for this info.

[@poiiihy]

usually it's very quick and easy on the standard hook mount

[@Technohonk]

normally it's just a small plastic clip or anything like that and the wipers come off easy. It's like seconds to change the wipers? Think you somehow did something not right ;-)

[@abraham2699]

Been running Bosch icons for the past 2 years, they still work like brand new, no noise and removes water really good 👌🏽

[@ProjectFarm]

Nice! Thank you

[@dfnkt]

I run icons here as well. I need to look into a cheaper place to buy, I tend to give around $45 a pair at the parts store.

[@timothyvu7006]

I run icons in Colorado, and my last pair is a year old and going strong. I also park my car outside on the driveway.

[@abraham2699]

Yeah they are good blades, not bad and for $20 it does a great job, in SoCal these can easily last me a total of 4-5 years

[@lvthud]

Normally I would agree with your findings, however, in this case, you have missed a large part of the wipers performance, you have shown how the blades perform while sitting at a stop light, not how they perform when being driven, the pressure on the blades will make them, and the water behave in a far different manner.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the constructive feedback

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Totally agree. We need a test while the car is moving.

[@gubr]

A 80mph wind speed fan would be enough.

[@Jyoung5200]

I was about to say the same thing and saw this comment. Although if it’s a herd rain ur not gonna be driving at full speed anyway. Well most ppl with commen sense at least.

[@brianmercado2968]

@@ProjectFarm i understand the limitations involved of not owning a wind tunnel. Perhaps you can look to another youtuber with some connections to scientific testing connections like engineering explained or something. Oooooooor more our speed id bet connect 6 leaf blowers together. Prooobably cheaper plus i bet ya got a few small engines laying around

[@JohnsonArmsProps]

More honest than Consumer Reports. Really appreciate your work and the folks who support ya

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@OzarksWildman]

I’ve always wanted to see this test. Wipers have gotten ridiculously expensive.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@EasyRiderGreg]

ain't that the truth!

[@oldcoot3459]

I buy wiper blades on close-out at rock auto for my s10- some are less than $1.50 each. I keep a couple of new ones in the tool box and just swap them out when they start skipping across the glass.

[@Billy_Darley]

i been buying silicone 26" refills from ebay (Thailand). not sure how long they last cuz the cars ive had them on i sold just a few months after installing them. they always wiped nicely while i had them. pretty cheap too. i tend to avoid black cuz that color makes it harder to tell if im getting legit silicone.

[@zim777]

Just when I think he cant come up with anything more awesome to test, he does it! Fantastic job yet again, this channel rocks!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much for the positive feedback!

[@billwong7420]

I think Bosch will put a logo on their exterior package “PF”tested. PF test is a lot more entertaining than UL.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@zingobangee]

Hahaha……. Excuse me he was adamant about NOT taking endorsements. But I agree he does a great job.

[@brianthibaudeau8081]

@@zingobangee He might not be taking endorsements, but that doesn't mean he can't give out endorsements

[@markogrkavac6326]

@@brianthibaudeau8081 1o2

[@markogrkavac6326]

@@brianthibaudeau8081 hshss

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Love his tests, no bias....no bs..NO SPONSORS .... just logic and straight facts.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@Green-Mountainboy]

I have been using the rainX spray for years and i absolutely love that stuff. Sometimes you dont even need the wipers on when you're going fast enough.

[@earlholcomb9393]

I by the rainx all the time I like the paformec

[@germanshepherd13]

for some folks rainx is the devil! if your washer fluid uses a sensor and not a float it can coat the sensor and the empty washer fluid light will never go off.

[@Chinesefoodrocks1521]

germanshepherd13 so do this crazy thing called checking your fluids like a proper driver.

[@99SVTBolt]

germanshepherd13 you’re talking about VW cars that if you put the rainX washer fluid in the tank, it coats the sensor and you’ll get a low washer fluid light all the time.

[@chrisjarkovsky1655]

I use it to and I noticed if I'm doing 40+mph that the water beads up and flies off.

[@CaptEricS]

Another great video from Project Farm! A point to mention... When replacing your wiper blades: ALWAYS put a towel on the windshield! Case in point... An employee of mine, didn't and the arm hit and cracked a $900.00 Ford Thunderbird heated windshield in 1997. OUCH., That hurt! Be smart! Thanks for another fantastic video!! Eric, ASE CMAT...

[@ProjectFarm]

Great tip!!

[@barryemery9494]

I've always let mine slam after changing them, I'll definitely stop now though..

[@pgeorg01]

@@barryemery9494 Usually it is not a problem if the blade is installed, but what happens is the person lifts up the arm > takes the old blade off > accidentally lets the metal arm slam down before they can get the new blade on. I too have seen an employee make this mistake, busting the customers windshield. From that point on the protocol was take the old wiper blade off > SET THE ARM DOWN GENTLY > only lift the arm back up once you are ready to install new blade.

[@Chinesefoodrocks1521]

That’s why you put the arm down while you’re grabbing the new blade. No need to get out a towel.

[@Daniel-pc1er]

You're approaching the 1 Million subscriber count fast! You're definitely one of a few that provides very informative, detailed and interesting videos. Keep up the awesome work!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@RonAday]

I was thinking it was time to get some new wiper blades. But first,I had to check my go-to channel for relevant product reviews, Project Farm, to see if you had tested wiper blades. sure enough, here you are ... again! I can't tell you how much trial-and-error, not to mention frustration, you have save me as well as 1,375,960 other people. And as of 1 minute ago I am an offical Project Farm Patreon supporter. Keep up the excellent work, the world needs you. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do. Thanks for being a Patreon supporter.

[@spokanesurvivaltrainingand5797]

Thank you so much. I bought the Michelin ones and they are by far the best wiper blades ive used. I have made several purchases because of your channel. Thank you

[@ilusnforc3]

Glad to see how well Bosch Clear Advantage did. My favorite is Bosch ICON, I'd be curious to see how they hold up.

[@dakotasnow6358]

I agree, Bosch Icon are the best wipers I've ever used.

[@spooky8662]

They're absolutely incredible. First thing I do to a car after I buy it.

[@superbeni7297]

I don't know if you have these in the USA, but we europeans have Bosch Aerotwins, which are expensive but very good blades. Have never had better wipers

[@johnadamczyk6213]

@@superbeni7297 Bosch Aerotwin is basically the same as bosch icon. But it's made to fit certain cars which had special OEM wiper models.

[@johnadamczyk6213]

I'm surprised he didn't test the higher-end bosch wipers. They would have destroyed everything else in this test

[@dawidheh4243]

I have used so many different brands, and finally found what I was looking for. Piaa, 3rd year and work like something extraordinary. Strongly recommend.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tjkaczynski5896]

This man is on my American I-con list right up there with Dirty Harry and Charles Bronson, they are legends! 🇺🇲👍♥️

[@sticksandstones1885]

I like how you're very direct and straight to the point. I also like how you go straight off the facts. Very good video I enjoyed it

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@jasonsong86]

Never thought wiper blades can be so exciting.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@thisiswhatilike54]

Incredible, innit?

[@mikehawk6775]

Bosch ICON last forever in rainy, HOT South Florida. Went from replacing 2x a year to... maybe every 3 years... if even that.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@seamusderby169]

I imagine so I get about 2 and a half off mine and I have winter with road salt taking a toll on them

[@Yhrim70]

yep, Bosch Icon are Good Blades, last a long time, work well, and are QUIET... I HATE noisy wiper blades.

[@edancummings7738]

I had the exact same experience with the Bosch ICON in rainy, HOT central Florida!

[@kingarchnyc]

I used icon before too, but it lasted the same as rainx... i am in ny, maybe because of the cold weather?

[@ArranD1]

Have a set of Bosch on my car, had them four year and all I’ve had to do is clean them every once in a while, best for the pretty cheap price In my opinion Also I live in Scotland so use my wipers 364 of the 365 days in a year

[@Newzchspy]

Arran D sorry mate, but if I had 99.99% rainy days , I'd have to move.

[@MarcelloTheBandit]

I can believe that. I live in Alabama and bought a set of Bosch Icons for my dad's truck in 2010. I finally replaced them in mid 2018 after all the mechanic's tricks to rejuvenate hardening rubber wouldn't work. Still cleaned them once every 6 months and they looked brand new until year 7 when the center started to show friction wear.

[@shaneboor]

The Areo Premium seem to be the best value for me. I found the Boch Very seceptible to UV damage and that is the biggest killer of wiper blades were I live.

[@ArranD1]

haha I've exaggerated quite a bit it's not all that bad, but we do get a fair amount of rain. 8 years is amazing, especially considering the price of them. that's interesting, UV damage isnt as much of a factor here

[@stephenleone2375]

@@MarcelloTheBandit - What kind of tricks do you use on the wiper blades?

[@erikjohnson2889]

I just ordered some Bosch wipers for my wife's car based upon this test. Thanks a million!

[@ProjectFarm]

Fantastic!

[@gavalant366]

Guy at store: ok which wiper brand would you like? Project farm: Yes.

[@Shadowmaster625]

they all work pretty well when new, the question is which one stays "new" for longest?

[@sixoh_diesel5662]

Silicone blades will last far longer in every climate.

[@101Volts]

I can't speak for all of them but I've had PIAA Blades (Silicone) on Mom's 01 Impala for the last 17 months, they went through a Winter and they're still working fine.

[@gabrielus123]

Had the PIAA for around 6 years. They are starting to show their age now. I don't have snow where I live, but the summers are usually very harsh and destroy other blades

[@ghostridergale]

That’s my question too, how long do the blade work like new? Seems like I’m replacing blades at least every year if not sooner and I hate when they make that squeaking sound as they go across the glass as they get older too!

[@heyyou5189]

This is mostly dependent on windshield condition. Those little micro pits tend to abrade the rubber.

[@7kyro]

For April Fools 2020 test toilet paper brands. Do a race to see which is the fastest, which is best used as a replacement for ductape, which can plug holes the best, and which can decorate a house the best. For the 1 year test, stick it by a window for testing uv longevity

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@pupper9474]

"To maintain consistency I'll only be eating the same Taco Bell order on the days the same kitchen crew is on shift with nothing eaten 24 hours before or after my meal."

[@UnitSe7en]

Absorption and softness (as compared to a fluffy, yellow chick)

[@oscarmart1]

Buy a bidet

[@flybyairplane3528]

7kyro I now can tell you probably the worst TP,it’s KIRKLAND, by COSTCO,,,,the quality really went to hell,like their flashlight batteries,AA,&AAA, they seriously LEAK, CheersbfromNJ🇺🇸

[@gregshonle2072]

The best blades I've ever used are the now hard-to-find Anco Winter Blades. While intended for snow (which they do very well in -- they're the only blades I've used that didn't lose effectiveness in heavy snow), they also work great in heavy rain.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@justincace5517]

100% agree with this comment. I found them in Council Bluffs Iowa back in 2004ish at Walmart. They don't last long, but they are CHEAP. Streak free and seem to be coated with something. Also, they never caked with snow or ice. Black and white (maybe it was yellow and white *hmm* packaging sold by the beam. :( RIP Anco. Additionally, the reason I think they never cacked was the design of the jacket. It was a thin silicone rubber skin of sorts, rather than a "boot". That made the difference.

[@ChicagoScorpion411]

SAME! My faves.

[@guillaumepare9651]

You're talking of the W serie?

[@lobbyrobby]

No joke here. Watched this video last night and this morning I went out to start my pickup and there was a little snow and ice on the windshield. After letting it warm up I turn my wipers on. My driver's side wiper blade was touching about a quarter of the windshield and the passenger side was barely wiping anything off. So now I'm off to buy some new wipers. Thank you Project Farm

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@bcgrittner]

I have used a variety of wiper blades over the years. The so-called winter blades, with the rubber booty enclosing the framework assembly trap water insides the booty and become very inflexible when the temperature drops below freezing. The washers don't help. Ripping the rubber booties off helps considerably. I've had excellent luck with the Rain-X wipers. I like Rain-X. It works, but should not be used on plastic, such as modern headlight lenses. Excellent test, as always.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great point on the winter blades

[@maverick7969]

Problem with the rain-x comes when you have to clean your windshield. That coating is a bear to get off.

[@JDevine687]

I've always been a huge fan of the PIAA super silicone blades. I've had them on all my daily drivers.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@flybyairplane3528]

john devine where do you get those,,as that’s a BRAND I HAVE NEVER SEEN? Thanks,,Cheers FromNJ🇺🇸

[@romansroad2007]

Probably on Amazon I bet

[@sparco023]

Amazon... Agree. PIAA super silicone are great

[@buddylee19082]

Yea my set of PIAA's are coming up on 3yrs now; best set of wiper blades on the market HANDS DOWN. Every so often you need to re-apply the wipes that come with them to the windshield, but you can buy them in packs of 3/5/10 on Amazon for a few bucks; the blades themselves last forever though.

[@EDB0223]

I live in the southern states with very little ice each year. The Rainx latitude is by far the best I've ever used. I've driven for 8 years testing wipers side by side transporting railroad crews across the southeast. I'm sold on the Rainx blades.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@waynesharp1690]

Air pressure when driving makes a difference.

[@trtoja]

Im using Bosch Aerotwin and it's pretty good on higher speed. They having a better design compared to classic ones.

[@straight6petrol]

@@trtoja Try Valeo blades. They are a million times better than Bosch on my E90

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@blahorgaslisk7763]

Definitely seen this with some blades. Can't remember any make or model though. Wasn't that why some blades came with a spoiler wing some years back? I think it's something they started doing back in the 90's. Though now it's a few years since I saw it, or at least since I thought of it.

[@willybee3056]

That is what I was wondering too. The wind sliding up the hood and across the window may cause the wipers perform differently. .. But thanks for all your ambition and work. .

[@IBWatchinUrVids]

I'd pay to have a database of information you've collected over the years, when I'm standing in the parts store looking for wiper blades, I can't watch a 15 minute video to see the results.

[@undergod1987]

I second this +++++ although I still watch this.

[@tricky778]

In the UK we have Which magazine which is nominally for this purpse and I've been looking at their website to see whether I should subscribe but they don't seem to do proper reviews much; I'm still hoping to find a real review site.

[@mrbill6666]

IBWatchinUrVids Then just go to the end of the video to see the results.

[@digitalninja85]

Watch the video before you leave the house.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great recommendation!

[@travism.oakland9279]

Thank you for being a dad that I never had.

[@tylerdrosen93]

I can relate...

[@sweetpadre]

MGTOW. See Coach Red Pill or Greg Adams.

[@johnnyolson258]

@@sweetpadre stfu incel

[@sweetpadre]

@@johnnyolson258 two weeks later I find this bit of internet bravado for a reply. Makes me wonder what exactly about my message triggered you.

[@Golo1949]

Have you asked your mother?

[@trydiy2861]

You should seriously consider a newsletter. I think we all trust your testing methods by now!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@blackdynamite_5470]

I agree

[@royceacalderinpellot935]

@4:25 you can see how Aero blades boast about being STEAK free. So go ahead and share this with your vegetarian friends.

[@ProjectFarm]

lol

[@tedswanson4916]

As they say in china..its raining cats, dogs, and steaks.

[@Fruit_Mann]

I only use Areo blades and love them. I never have a problem with them. I get a set on Amazon for around $18.00 good deal for the set and they work great on my Toyota Corolla.

[@dohhboy]

The Aero blades are vegetarian because they are STEAK-FREE.(4:23)

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Great point!

[@tgriebe]

lol saw that, too.

[@kenhollom1669]

They are not vegetarian, they are made with chicken and pork by products. No animals were harmed in the making of this film.

[@dangleason9023]

OMG!!! How did that get by everybody?!

[@1d1hamby]

I've been using PIAA wipers for many decades and I know they last a long time and work great.

[@NicholasOrlick]

d hamby same

[@Cheeseypoofs85]

Best on the market, period

[@jodolski]

But do they wipe as well as others?

[@Cheeseypoofs85]

@@jodolski better. Bosch a close second

[@NicholasOrlick]

Jeffrey Odolski PIAA’s have lasted me a long time. Bosch blades crap out in a year.

[@eastermister1]

It's absolutely ridiculous that you can make a video about windshield wiper blades so interesting that I would watch almost 15 minutes and I don't even own a car. I love your videos you're doing a great job can't wait to see more.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@SamMurphyHSV]

Literally need new wipers for one of my vehicles so I came to watch this again. Thanks Project Farm for your work!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad to help!

[@SaggingVermin]

What about driving speeds. Driving at city or highway speeds must make a difference in performance

[@mrtechpat]

Kurtis Adams or heavy the downpour

[@johnferrara5249]

I've found the beam style blades tend to fly up on the bottom half at hwy speeds rendering them less effective than the traditional style blades.

[@mqayyum9226]

if you treat your windshield with water repellent, at highway you don't even need a windshield viper. The wind is your viper.

[@jayeye4798]

Project Farm, you, Scotty Kilmer, and the Dirt Bike Channel are SHOWS I tune into like the old days. And I always come away feeling like a learned something instead of dying a little inside from the majority of trash on all platforms. Thanks for your hard work and professionalism. You should know, you've done so well in your thoughtful, credible, informed, and relatable videos that your opinions now matter and we trust you. You are the Consumer Reports of our times.

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad to hear!

[@vinjanderson]

You missed Doug Demero and his awesome car reviews

[@jayeye4798]

@@vinjanderson oh I don't know him. I'll have to check him out!

[@beri232]

@@vinjanderson the “Doug Score” guy is one of the most annoying channels on KZbin.

[@vinjanderson]

@@beri232 perhaps but he still gives thorough reviews

[@johnwright5146]

When it comes to reviewing and comparing PF is the best of the best. Two thumbs up. All with a little humor in between. Thanks

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@neilperko8882]

10.92 dollars for the pair? I'm looking at 25 for my dodge and $40 for my '13 impala. Where did you buy these Bosch Clear Advantage wipers?

[@xchamp1442]

Neil Perko same here

[@michaelnyj]

Rockauto.com

[@luisrodriguez335]

Sam’s has them

[@NathanPhillips]

Shipping is steep at rockauto 😯

[@darrellkidd5177]

Just checked, and they're $16 each at Advance Auto. I typically buy the Bosch Icon blades, and they're much more expensive than that, but I've had very good service from them.

[@RedWingsninetyone]

Long winded response coming: I love this video! I spent years testing this in Michigan and my results are very similar to yours. The steel frame wipers are by far the best at contouring to your windshield by their nature. However that's where the advantages stop. Particularly in the winter. Most wipers you can bang on the windshield and remove all but the most stubborn ice, which can usually be removed by hand. However the steel frame ones have a tendency to trap ice inside. What I've turned to is the Rain-x quantum blades. They solve one issue you didn't test which has to do with wind. The Rain-x quantum's are more expensive, but they are the latitude wipers with a spoiler to keep the blades on the windshield during high winds or highway speeds. I also find I only replace them about once per year vs 2x per year with others. Plus they apply Rain-x and it should be noted that you don't have to do the prep step with them every time. Just the first time.

[@engelsseele2]

I found that solid steel wipers lasted the longest among my customers but the solid beam did better on removing the most water. But I've had a very few customers state the vacuum on the solid beams create a vacuum making it just as hard to see when it sweeps back to resting.

[@RedWingsninetyone]

@@engelsseele2 I found they were about equal when kept clean. However the steel ones were quicker to split from the blade and also make noise or leave streaks that cleaning couldn't fix on them.

[@ackzlebobbitt7511]

Living in ND I have found that the trico brand wipers work very good year round and I've use the same pair for almost a year and a half and still wipe like they are new. Something to give a try

[@SnehPatel96]

if you're ever at Meijer Trico Flex wipers are worth a shot. I use those and the orange Rainx fluid. Cheaper than Quantams. I get 12-18 months out of each set compared to 6 months for regular steel frame RainX blades.

[@espenschjelderup426]

I must be weird. Solid beam ones is the ones I struggle the most with in winter to remove ice from and keep clean from snow when snowing.

[@netdoctor1]

Hard to factor in, but the Rain X treatment, when effective, nearly completely eliminates the need to use wipers at all. Surely the reduced wiper use contributes to longevity. More than anything, I'm interested to find out which blade lasts the longest before they begin to fragment, and must be replaced. Happy to support Project Farm through Patreon. Thanks PF!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the video idea.

[@brendanberry7403]

This is why I use the rain x windshield wiper fluid but not their wipers. Their wipers don't last, and the washer fluid does the same thing. Depending on the vehicle, but usually once I hit about 45mph or so, don't need the wipers anymore.

[@kylethekidable]

@@brendanberry7403 this, not to mention that bottles of the fluid are so cheap considering you get quite a few applications per bottle and an application can last a decent while. I'll use blades half the price and keep dropping 10$ a year on the rain-x fluid.

[@eqprog]

The rain-x fluid is awesome. I can drive at 75 mph in a storm without even having to use my wipers and still have pristine clarity.

[@JC-kx3it]

I was thinking about that also. RainX needs the wind to make a difference. A good coat of Rainx and the bugs don't even stick. :)

[@DrKoomkoom]

I’m in the market for new wiper blades and was wondering which blade was best and immediately thought about watching Project Farm for my answer. This video was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad I could help!

[@robedmund9948]

If it's raining THAT hard, pull over and find the guy with the hose!

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Nice!

[@chasesettlemire312]

Rob Edmund 😂

[@kbrownfocus]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 🙋‍♂️ Right here 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@walkermediaworx]

Right!? 😂 My blades fail the worst when it's barely misting, or the water is getting kicked up by tires.

[@morebeer7673]

That kind of torrential rain is not uncommon on the Gulf Coast.

[@hydrolink5297]

The speed he goes thru the testing! Apriciate the effort man! Very good edit, and not wasting any time!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@mr.wiggles7535]

There's 80% chance of rain tomorrow, and this showed up just in time.

[@Omar-em7rl]

yup, im about to buy wipers for this winter here in a few days too.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you

[@poyo3582]

Just use rainx

[@seanb5386]

I've had the same PIAA wiper blades for about 3 years and they are amazing. You can't beat 100% silicone! They don't crack or get damaged by UV. They leave microscopic deposits of silicone in the windshield that makes the water bead like the rain-x blades. The rain-x treatment wears off eventually but silicone works constantly. They're also quiet, resist heat, oil and damage from dirt and ice. One of the best purchases I've ever made. Good luck finding them in stores.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.