BEST BUY: RainX 2-in-1 glass cleaner and rain repellent
Enthusiasts like yourselves, dear readers, are probably familiar with RainX. This stuff is a friend to old cars, helping water bead up and run off. Even if your wipers are a bit vintage, RainX keeps your screen clear of rain. But here’s the impressive part: it’s also an excellent glass cleaner. It leaves a bright, smear-free finish with minimal buffing and wiping. At its price point, RainX is a must-have, especially considering its visibility-enhancing properties.
Runner up: King of Sheen Glass Sparkle
Sure, the King of Sheen cleaner has a strong smell, but that’s forgivable because of its outstanding performance. It effortlessly tackles both the interior and exterior of a car’s glass. Greasy fingerprints and dust film on the inside are easily wiped away, while mud splatters on the outside are no match for this product. It may not be the cheapest option, but considering you get a microfiber cloth included in the price, it offers great value for money.
Budget buy: Autoglym Fast Glass
Autoglym’s glass cleaner is fantastic at removing greasy fingerprints, dried-on dirt, and even bird muck. It can be used on touchscreens as well as plastic or acrylic windows. While it may not be the most affordable option, it’s on par with King of Sheen in terms of effectiveness and crystal-clear results. The only reason it didn’t take the top spot is that King of Sheen offers better value for money.
Turtle Wax Clearvue Glass Cleaner
Turtle Wax Clearvue is one of those reliable cleaners that simply gets the job done. It may require some repeated spray-and-buff efforts on heavily soiled glass, but overall, it performs well. Plus, it comes at a very affordable price. The only downside is the lingering vinegar smell, but if you’re looking for an effective and budget-friendly option, this is it.
Car Gods Glass Perfection
Car Gods Glass Perfection effortlessly removes grime and fingerprints from glass. Unlike some of the other cleaners, it has a subtle scent that adds to the overall experience. However, the packaging could be improved as the bottle tends to leak during transit. While it’s not the cheapest option, there’s no denying its effectiveness in getting your glass clean and clear.
Armor All Glass Cleaner
If you can overlook the chemical smell, Armor All Glass Cleaner does a decent job on both dirty exterior glass and the typical dust film that accumulates on a car’s interior. It may require some heavy buffing to achieve streak-free results, but overall, it’s a solid option.
CarPlan No.1 Super Glass Cleaner
CarPlan No.1 Super Glass Cleaner stands out for its virtually scent-free formula, which is a refreshing change compared to other glass cleaners. It effectively gets the glass fresh and clean. However, it doesn’t seem to cut through dirt more easily or provide a superior shine compared to some cheaper alternatives. While it does the job, there are other equally good or better options available at a lower price.
Simoniz Clear Vision Glass Cleaner
Simoniz Clear Vision Glass Cleaner produces similar results to CarPlan but requires a fair amount of buffing to achieve satisfactory results, especially on interior glass. It also takes multiple attempts to remove exterior dirt and grime. While it gets the job done, there are other options available that offer similar performance at a lower cost.
Meguiar’s Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner
Compared to other premium glass cleaners, Meguiar’s Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner tends to leave behind smears and requires extensive buffing to achieve properly clean glass. Some may also find its Play-Doh smell off-putting. While it does leave the glass clean, there are better options available, both premium and non-premium, that offer better value for money.
