Best Windshield Rain Repellent? Let's Find Out!

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Ай бұрын

Brands: Rain-X, Invisible Glass, Gtechniq, Aquapel, GYEON, Adams, CERAKOTE, Chemical Guys, 3D, Debaishi. Windshield water repellents tested for efficiency at dissipating water right after application, and then after exposure to windshield washer fluid and several other common cleaners. The window treatments were also compared for removing insect splatter from glass panels.
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@MRworldEtIkA Ай бұрын

dont even buy a house yet before this dude reviewed and tested it 🗣💯🗣💯🗣💯

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Lol, Thank you!

@luisserrano1132 Ай бұрын

So true, love his test

@Steevo69 Ай бұрын

I want to get him to review my house for suggested upgrades

@CoronadoBruin Ай бұрын

I hope I don't hear anything about marriages, though 🥴

@ChrisZukowski88 Ай бұрын

@@CoronadoBruin"unfortinately the overworked housewife didn't survive the wear and tear test".

@gearyae Ай бұрын

I was recently marveling at how there are so many KZfaq channels that pump out mindless, low-effort garbage to get views and how you and a few others put in real work for it. Thank you so much for providing this valuable service to us all!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it.

@mylesgalos6465 Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for the videos proj farm

@JohnCap523 Ай бұрын

He does put a helluva lot of effort into these reviews.

@dwayne0t Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm We're gonna test that !! 😊

@benscott3603 Ай бұрын

How much does YT scalp off that $2?

@matthewprice5749 Ай бұрын

I can not even imagine the amount of money you are turning down to keep this channel unbiased and objective. I also cannot imagine how much money and hassle with terrible products you have saved countless people like myself. I can't thank you enough for investing your own time and money toward these well designed tests!

@bruceparkinson2651 18 күн бұрын

he makes it all back and more. i love this channel.

@Motomann25 Ай бұрын

This channel needs it's own channel on regular television

@trossk Ай бұрын

Sponsorship/commercials/ executives/focus groups would ruin it

@The_Ballo Ай бұрын

LOL, what is this "television" you speak of

@jmott2048 11 күн бұрын

soo yeah, would never happen. Not because it wouldn't be valuable to consumers, but because advertisers (the ones with inferior products) hate it.

@justingreen4450 Ай бұрын

Still waiting a year to find out the best long-term headlight restorer. Keep Project Farm alive at all costs.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.

@nasonguy Ай бұрын

I’ve yet to find one that lasts longer than a year. Granted I live in the southwest and I park outside AND I live down miles of dirt road…. So I’m kind of in the worst case scenario for headlights (glass or plastic)

@JSFGuy Ай бұрын

Headlight restore kits are kind of like box dinners or ready-made, you can do it that way and sometimes it works, or you can go back get the spin polish with the plastic polish and do it through analog ways and means. I use a buffer and polish them clear before they get too bad. There is always replacement lamps that are generally affordable and worth it because they are a safety item. Also if you don't have to remove the bumper and the whole front end of the car just to replace the lamps. Results vary.

@Daniel08353 Ай бұрын

Sweet Project Cars channel RAVES about using a dewalt grinder with wool pad to clear the headlights. I don’t remember what product they used; but rhey have at least two or three videos showing literally start to finish within 2-3 minutes of amazing clarity, and then protect it with 303 protectant product (used for boats, RV’s, grills and outdoor equipment.). They are like this guy: no non-sense only showing what works based on results

@CorneliuB Ай бұрын

3M kit with clear coat, check the last test from Project Farm, and just add clear coating

@rhkips Ай бұрын

Spot on! I'm a mobile technician in the South and I drive a lot, so I've real-world tested just about every hydrophobic product out there. My personal regimen is Aquapel every 6 months, and keep a bottle of RainX in the back seat. The only issue I have with Aquapel is that if you use your windshield wipers (bugs, excessively heavy rain that overwhelms the product), it actually scratches the Aquapel layer, installing fine linear scratches in the path of the wiper blades over time, which can lead to borderline crippling hazing and glare in some rain conditions. Because Aquapel is a silica-based product that chemically crosslinks to the glass, it has to be mechanically removed before recoating. Meguiar's Ultimate Polish and a DA polisher works well for me. In contrast, RainX is a silicone solution emulsified into a wax with an alcohol-based emulsifier. It simply sits on the surface of the glass, and is highly susceptible to heat and mechanical removal (windshield wipers). But it's also dirt cheap and available almost anywhere in North America, and very easy to apply. Sorry for the text wall! I wanted to add some real-world insight that doesn't translate well into laboratory testing. :)

@johnabbottphotography Ай бұрын

That's awesome information. Thanks for sharing.

@davidr.8999 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the input. What do you think of NuFinish on the windshield?

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@rhkips Ай бұрын

@@davidr.8999 NuFinish does alright, but nothing remarkable. If you use it, give it at least two days in the garage to cure before taking it out in the sun or letting it get wet, and reapply in about a month for best effect. RainX does not play nicely overtop of it, however. It hazed like crazy for me when I tried this combination. I suspect that the alcohol content in RainX interacts with the petroleum-based solvent in NuFinish, but this is only speculation. I've only ever tried the liquid NuFinish product in the upright bottle, not the paste in the tin. I suspect they're more or less the same thing, just different application methods to suit different target demographics.

@ralphmans Ай бұрын

Rain-X smells like alcohol, use vodka instead 😂

@MegaTapdog 5 күн бұрын

I’m 63 years old and my mom was a car care buff, she always bought me rain-x for every birthday. Thanks for the memories.

@ProjectFarm 5 күн бұрын

You are welcome!

@ad905 Ай бұрын

This is the only channel I have ever 'joined' with a monthly paid membership. What you don't realise is comparisons like this one not only save consumers money, this one could save lives. So I have a follow-up test to propose. Car de-mister, I often get in the car and the inside of the car is all misted up. Yes, I can turn on the blowers full whack to try and clear it, but we humans are impatient... so others like me, will start driving before visibility is perfect. What de-mister products should we be putting on the inside of our car windows to improve visibility right from the get-go?

@strictlyaverage8995 Ай бұрын

I dont buy anything until this man tests it! Been waiting for a car review so i can stop walking to work! Its 22 miles

@usnrecon82 Ай бұрын

idk he has used that older ford ranger in many of videos 🤣

@shoutingATclouds-btw Ай бұрын

A Chevy ZO6 is reliable and a good daily.

@JazzbLu Ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 Good one!

@nickabel8279 Ай бұрын

You got to get an RV or a ranger

@dixiewishbone5582 Ай бұрын

How about a mule or a donkey. . . . . ha!

@ZacchaeusNifong Ай бұрын

This YT Channel is in the top 5 best YT Channels of all time. No politics, just info. I love it.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@squidikka Ай бұрын

While I completely agree, I can't really see why a regular product review channel would have politics in it to begin with? Like, aside from forcing in some environmental concerns in here and there what could you possibly use as a segue?

@greenmarine5 Ай бұрын

yeah man Project farm has been by go to for a few years now.

@staycurious3954 Ай бұрын

@@squidikkaLook around, everyone seems to have a say about politics and aren’t afraid to speak 🗣️ up about their own brand of politics 🎉 Moreover, the comment section of any video is fair game to bring up politics. The lesson to learn is don’t talk about politics or religion in the public sector in mixed company. 🎉

@ryancampbell5267 Ай бұрын

I almost posted an identical comment. Lol This guy is awesome.

@slicaltimistic1 Ай бұрын

Rain-X is the true pioneer of rain repellant. Been around long before these other repellant came into being.

@pathunter7003 17 күн бұрын

I have used rain X since it appeared on the market, used it on autos and boat glass. It works fantastic and will continue to use it over these other more expensive brands

@brandonmarples568 Ай бұрын

Thanks for all your tireless work, and non biased tests man! For the past 5 years about anything i buy i go back and check your reviews! Keep it up man

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

@lukemeck Ай бұрын

I love that rain x is really just that good despite the fact it's so well known. It's not just the name you are buying, it's the proven track history and reputation too!

@johnvrabec9747 Ай бұрын

And you can buy twice as much Rain-X compared to the rest for the same price.

@FinnishArmy Ай бұрын

And its the cheapest!

@dakotaslt232001 Ай бұрын

@@johnvrabec9747 I bought this for 5 bucks for the same size he bought. It would about 5 times less than the cost of the next leading product. Rain X all day.

@FabianBiegert Ай бұрын

I'm not only impressed by it's performance, it's also pretty cheap an esay to use. Clear winner.

@christopherconard2831 Ай бұрын

Check out reviews of Turtle Wax products for the painted bits of your car. Most reviewers were amazed that Dad's/Grandpa's brand worked so well. And is one of the least expensive on the market.

@hjets5387 Ай бұрын

I used Rain-X back in 1972 on a tractor. The day after using it I hit a major water puddle that completely covered the windshield. I thought I was going to be blind to the road but the Rain-X drained the water immediately and made a believer out of me. Been using it ever since.

@johnvrabec9747 Ай бұрын

After applying Rain-X, I can drive on the expressway while its raining and don't even have to turn the wipers on.

@mrfunnylookinhayes9088 Ай бұрын

@@johnvrabec9747 Yep.

@retromodernart4426 Ай бұрын

Rain-X saved me and my platoon in the 'Nam.

@StitchJones Ай бұрын

You mean Glass Unelko? It wasn't called Rain-X until Quaker State bought it.

@TSLAaddict Ай бұрын

How about that, about when they started production. I’ve been using it for 48yrs because I found it in a Porsche magazine. I’ll agree, it is great stuff.

@Aggiedave93 Ай бұрын

Another fantastic comparison. Been using Rain-X religiously since the 1980s. First thing i do when I buy a new car is apply it, and reapply maybe once a year. One time I forgot to on a new Explorer. Got caught in a heavy rainstorm on a roadtrip and couldn't see a thing. Had to stop at a Walmart to pick some up. Applied it under cover at the nearest gas station and all was well. You don't even have to use the wipers most of the time - the water just beads up and rolls or flies off. The original and still one of the best. Can't beat it for the price.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@hammondeggs3356 Ай бұрын

I too have used Rain-X on every car I own since I first discovered it ages ago. I love the stuff, it makes a huge difference in the rain and general cleanliness of the glass. However, I use it on all my exterior glass, even the mirrors. Rain-X makes it easier to keep the glass clean. Also, if you live where it snows a lot or you frost/frozen water on the glass, it makes it much easier to remove.

@Aggiedave93 Ай бұрын

@@hammondeggs3356 Oh for sure. Not just for use on the windshield. Using on all windows keeps them clean and clear. I’ve never had any water spotting on any vehicle I’ve ever had after using Rain-X.

@TheFanatic340 28 күн бұрын

can confirm with how quickly it can be applied. I use the original in the pump spray bottle. in a pinch, I've even applied liberally without cleaning the window first and then immediately wiped and buffed it dry. worked perfectly and got me through a storm surge that produced a few tornadoes. no change you can see through rain like that without it. the next day, however, I had to redo the windshield cause all the flaws shined through 😂

@pathunter7003 17 күн бұрын

I went on a trip from ohio to Florida and it rained thru every state until the Florida line. I had put on a coat of Rain X before leaving ohio and I literally did not use the wipers the entire time, it’s amazing stuff and one bottle can last for many years of applications

@yohnny8839 Ай бұрын

I’m not gonna buy any more toilet paper until this man tests the brands!

@phenomanII 27 күн бұрын

Oh man, I wonder what tests he would come up with! An April Fools video, perhaps?

@grege9862 Ай бұрын

One time on the road my wiper motor stopped working in steady rain. At the next truck stop I bought and applied RainX for the first time because I had no other options to be able to keep going. We then drove the next 200 miles all the way home in steady rain without any visibility problems at all! Go RainX!!!!

@fknsl1 Ай бұрын

Been there, done that, EXACT SAME OUTCOME!!!!

@bertblue9683 Ай бұрын

Agreed. For ease and price, I'll stick with the OG rainx. It's in every car in my fleet.

@vs800rider Ай бұрын

I rarely used the whippers on my BMW Z3 treated with RainX. I still miss that car.

@hieyeque1 Ай бұрын

I have done the same. It works!

@VC-Toronto Ай бұрын

Happened to a friend in his Audi Q7, unable to source out a new wiper motor on a weekend returning from vacation. Rain-X did the job.

@PhotographerSteve Ай бұрын

This gentleman is like a one man Consumer Reports…Only Better! His methods are What many of us have thought over the years to do except he did it and did it better! Brilliant! His process is simple understandable helpful, and demonstrable. Not merely take my word for it. This is the best he’s really earned his niche as a KZfaq product demonstrator & expert!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@rlhanks Ай бұрын

Hell of a lot cheaper to watch his channel than having to subscribe to a magazine. And on top of that real world test on products that I have all over the house and garage.

@johnm948 Ай бұрын

except he is honest. CR, not so much and every purchased I based of CR went south on me.

@robertwinnall8120 28 күн бұрын

Such an amazing channel. And video. The amount of comparisons is like no one else. And the way you can put so much information in such a quick fast video is amazing. The amount of information in this video would take the average person over an hour to do this. You’re the best in the game hands down. Thanks for what you do

@Davian831 Ай бұрын

I really like your testing approach! You just found yourself a new subscriber. 👍🏼

@garywomack4450 Ай бұрын

Thanks for eliminating company propaganda and BS. I bet there are a lot of businesses that hope you never get your hands on their products but I’m glad you’re keeping them honest. Thanks for all you do👍

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@CowWithBeef Ай бұрын

The engineers at these companies are probably always excited about it. They either look great or get a push toward making real product improvements.

@Deezy07 Ай бұрын

I ALWAYS have a grin when Todd says, "We're going to test, that!" Your tests on EVERYTHING is pretty dope. Keep it up, brother!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@Deezy07 Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm you're legitimately the absolute [censored] best, bro. Although, not all of your videos will be having me decide what item to buy. It is great for you to be testing the way you do. I honestly appreciate it.i learned something new from this publish. Once again. Thanks!

@SweatyNeckRolls Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm3m headlight restoration is the best

@robertdiehl9003 Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarmyou're awesome. Thank you

@pkonneker 29 күн бұрын

I've been meaning to treat the cars. Rains a lot up in the PNW. This was very helpful, thank you

@kentkent2788 Ай бұрын

You're the best, dude! Thanks for making these videos, they're really the best side by side unbiased videos for the most commonly compared items that we all use in our daily lives! You've single handedly saved consumers millions of dollars in trial and error spending, there's no doubt!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@paladinkhan Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I absolutely agree and want you to know ditto to the comment above, thank you for saving thousands and thousands of people who knows how much time and money. Thank you for taking such a scientific approach to tests and for your unbiased approach and take

@ajfreeze215 Ай бұрын

So appreciative of all your videos!

@henkbaksteen8903 Ай бұрын

I work as a roadside mechanic in the Netherlands and RainX we use to help people drive to the garage in raining weather when the windscreen wipers don’t work.

@trvman1 Ай бұрын

Here in the US, we don't have that problem, people will just keep driving, wipers working or not :)

@user-cb3hs3du4m Ай бұрын

Can you apply it when the windscreen is wet? I thought that created problems, but I've not tried it myself.

@justinvzu01 Ай бұрын

@@trvman1 So you guys drive blind?.. Weird flex, but ok.

@sminem6572 Ай бұрын

@@justinvzu01 most drivers in the us drive blind anyways

@pfsantos007 Ай бұрын

@@user-cb3hs3du4m Yes, you can. I sometimes do. Seems to make it a little less effective, though.

@errrky 26 күн бұрын

This is one of the best tests you've ever done. Bravo!

@ProjectFarm 25 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@Rap7OrZ Ай бұрын

This is amazing...so much effort going into this...madness

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Choralone422 Ай бұрын

Rain-X has been my go to for auto windows since I started driving in the mid 90s. I've used it on every vehicle I've ever owned. It's price/performance ratio has always been excellent.

@Turbogto_guy Ай бұрын

Mine too. Glad to know it still holds its own.

@Steven-gv1ke Ай бұрын

It's even more convenient to just pour the Rain-X brand washer fluid in your vehicle, and then just give your window a shot of windshield cleaner fluid when it starts raining. I've been doing this for almost a decade and it works perfectly

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@EwetoobSucks Ай бұрын

@@Steven-gv1ke I do the same thing. I use the green version. It works like a Champ !

@0ricle Ай бұрын

@@Steven-gv1ke I was skeptical of the Rain-X washer fluid being able to add any water repellent properties but I was pleasantly surprised. Its not as good as applying regular Rain-X but its a noticeable difference coming from normal windshield washer fluid.

@purplehazeffc Ай бұрын

Don't care, this IS the best KZfaq channel ever. No filler, just killer product info with none of the crap others put in to fill in time. Been a Subscriber since Feb 2018 & have never missed a video yet, even if that product isn't for me.. Specially being in Australia & many products tested aren't available here.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for subscribing and being a long time viewer!

@NCmtnborn76 Ай бұрын

You always do a great job with these reviews/articles. On this one, you knocked it out of the park! Well done.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@bendingsands87 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the information! I use the rainex windshield washer fluid for my windshield and it works great.

@ShadowSnowLeopard95 Ай бұрын

Rain-X is an absolute life saver. It's amazing that as ubiquitous as it's use is, they haven't sold out their customers by chasing profits and continue to consistently provide a top quality product. Thanks for all you do Todd.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@pogtuber5146 Ай бұрын

You're right, at this point they could have made a cheaper formula, cut corners, and raised prices, but Rain X has been cheap and useful for my entire life as my dad taught me how to use it during car maintenance pretty early on.

@armchairgeneralissimo Ай бұрын

I like to imagine there's some old timer on the board of directors at Rain-X who flips out any time someone suggests changing the formula or raising the prices.

@ShadowSnowLeopard95 Ай бұрын

@@armchairgeneralissimo God I hope so, I remember reading once that one of the execs at Costco said something to the effect of I will fucking kill you to the suggestion of raising the price for the hotdog combo. Only problem is what happens when that old timer kicks the can. 😱

@TheOtherBill Ай бұрын

@@ShadowSnowLeopard95 It was one of the founders of Costco who said that to the guy who is the CEO today. Looks like the lesson stuck as the hot dog combo price still hasn't gone up, let's hope that works at Rain-X

@tracybowling1156 Ай бұрын

I didn't know about any of these Rain-X alternatives. This is good to know, Todd! You're the BEST! We all think that, you know?

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thank you very much! This means a lot to me!

@Deontjie Ай бұрын

The problem with these products are mist forming on the glass if your car is parked outside overnight. A real problem if you applied it to your side glass which can not be cleaned with wipers.

@nimoy007 Ай бұрын

@@Deontjie I feel like that is really not the biggest issue. If it isn't actively raining, you can manually wipe them off, roll down the side windows (which sometimes wipes them off), or wait for wind resistance to kick in while driving. The only water you should worry about is the kind coming down or actively condensing.

@Deontjie Ай бұрын

@@nimoy007 Rolling down the windows do help. But there are blind (for wind) spots on the side windows.

@retromodernart4426 Ай бұрын

@@Deontjie Get one of those little squeegees and keep it in your glovebox for those occasions you need to clear the mist from those blind spots.

@ProNinjaHax Ай бұрын

one of the most in-depth reviews of products I have ever seen! kudos!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@silverdropstang 26 күн бұрын

Project- Can you please do 1. Best Toilet 2. Best portable speaker (like JBL, etc) 3. Tooth whitening products (whitening strips, etc) 4. Best Outdoors/Fishing Sunglasses (Costa, Oakley, etc) 5. Best electric razors (3-head vs foil) Thank you!!

@ProjectFarm 26 күн бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions.

@KevinB_123 Ай бұрын

I’ve been using RainX for 25+ years and I use it not only on the windshield but all my car windows. It drastically improves the visibility. Thank you for confirming that this is a great product.

@christuber8672 Ай бұрын

RainX was groundbreaking when I first started using it years ago and still is my go to today!!!

@nils1953 Ай бұрын

It's great for the shower as well.

@privettoli Ай бұрын

@@christuber8672 Does it also leave a haze when water is removed with windshield wipers?

@skidmark316 Ай бұрын

I'm kinda lazy to be constantly applying rain repellant to my windshield, I just use Rain-X windshield wiper fluid, and I'm done.

@christuber8672 Ай бұрын

@privettoli Not that I’ve ever noticed.

@josephtobiajr9580 Ай бұрын

You, Sir, are a one-man "Consumer Reports" guru! About 20 years ago I was travelling on I-95 in Florida during a heavy thunderstorm and my driver side windshield wiper arm/blade blew off completely. Were it not for Rain-X already applied I would have been totally blind and could not continue. Great product! Thanks for your consumer products reviews.

@viktorakhmedov3442 Ай бұрын

About 20 years ago I was traveling on I-95 in Florida during a heavy thunderstorm and my windshield was pierced by an airborne windshield wiper arm/blade.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@retromodernart4426 Ай бұрын

@@viktorakhmedov3442 About 20 years ago a guy I knew from the 'Nam (82nd Airborne, as a matter of fact) was doing a HALO over I-95 in Florida, and if it wasn't for the Rain-X (but it was called Glass Unelko back then but we can't say that anymore or someone might get triggered) on his goggles, the water vapor in one of the thunderclouds he dropped through would have blinded him and he'd have never seen that wiper blade headed straight for his skull at about Mach 2 or so, and not been able to dodge it just in the nick of time. Thanks to the Rain-X on his Super-8 helmet cam lens, he was able to prove it or we'd never have believed it. Rain-X saves lives, brother.

@KP-ty9yl Ай бұрын

about 20 years ago I was traveling on I-95 in Florida during a heavy thunderstorm and I saw some guy's windshield get pierced by a windshield wiper arm/blade, craziest thing I ever did see

@dirtfarmer7472 Ай бұрын

I think that I’m glad that I live in Oklahoma

@Semeotix 17 күн бұрын

Wow, just checked to see if there was a video and here I see it was posted 3 weeks ago. Thanks again.

@ProjectFarm 17 күн бұрын

You are welcome!

@hbracerx Ай бұрын

Killer video, top shelf as always!! I soon need to get something for the windshield so this helps narrow down the choices. Thanks!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@JohnnyD1993 Ай бұрын

Safelite's Rain defense is Aquapel, for anyone wondering.

@ultimasdragon7840 Ай бұрын

It's also 40$ for 1 (rather than 26$ for 2) and for them to apply it.

@Itsa_Mea Ай бұрын

I spent 18 minutes wondering that.

@jayelwin Ай бұрын

@@ultimasdragon7840 I guess paying for labor?

@JohnnyD1993 Ай бұрын

@@ultimasdragon7840 it's $60/application in our district.

@ralphiepollard363 21 күн бұрын

i work for safelite and him pulling out our product was a flashbang lol i recommend buying and applying yourself tho, seen a lot of my coworkers halfass the application (if they apply it at all)

@eldoradocanyonro Ай бұрын

I've been using Rain-X for 25 years. I like how you can get washer fluid from Rain-X that refreshes the application, making it last longer.

@TheAgentAssassin Ай бұрын

I put that in my Mom's SUV one time and she always asks me to refill with that stuff again.

@dalepenner8411 Ай бұрын

Thanks for posting that, I applied rainX this past winter, thinking I don’t ne😢rainX washer fluid, but I’ll try the rainX fluid in addition to the application

@festerofest4374 Ай бұрын

I put several drops of Rain-X in my washer fluid tank - done!

@Watchyn_Yarwood Ай бұрын

Same here but closer to 30 years. Former truck fleet maintenance manager so much experience with many, RainX still ranks #1 with me.

@michalp2362 Ай бұрын

Been doing the same for years. Tried their windshield washer and hated it. I typically reapply every 1-2 months

@CodeDreamer68 Ай бұрын

Well done,once again, Todd. Keep up the good work sir!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@ThePtgman 25 күн бұрын

Great video; I am in awe seeing your methodology! Thanks for all you do!!

@ProjectFarm 24 күн бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@JretnuH Ай бұрын

Been watching for years. Still the most consistent and informative KZfaq channel

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@JretnuH Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm no sir, thank you

@HammerWrench Ай бұрын

Running a car wash chain for 20 years, we used rain X. It will also remove paint transfer onto your car from garage walls, parking posts, and from other cars paint(door dings, scuffs). Great product. 🛠️

@rufiorufioo Ай бұрын

Oh that is great to know. I usually buy Rain-x products also.

@HammerWrench Ай бұрын

Don’t forget pine tree sap, dissolves that too!🛠️

@YepItsBooker Ай бұрын

@HammerWrench do you let it sit for the sap or just rub off right away?

@rafeevans Ай бұрын

That's a pro-tip bro. Thx

@The-Armed-Pacifist Ай бұрын

@@YepItsBookerYes.

@jahmed525 Ай бұрын

Wow the sheer thoroughness of the testing. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Amazing!!!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@thegreatguysp2403 7 күн бұрын

Really good work bro, the amount of value per minute in this video is outstanding!

@ProjectFarm 6 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!

@pacoseventeen Ай бұрын

I'm so glad rain-x did well. I find it very interesting that there either isn't a huge improvement over time or rain-x is continuing to improve their product, either way, I'm glad I've been supporting them for so long

@jarroyolaw Ай бұрын

Rain-X has not failed me in +30 years. Not going to change.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Great product indeed!

@seanspring8991 Ай бұрын

Exactly. If it ain't broke, dont fix it.

@evilredBoris Ай бұрын

K. good for you.

@yukonjack. Ай бұрын

& 50% cheaper

@honkie247 Ай бұрын

I have to agree. Rain-X has made driving easier many many times in a downpour

@MartiniPinball 21 күн бұрын

As ever awesome stuff! Ain't nobody on this dudes level as far as product testing goes on youtube.

@ProjectFarm 21 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@tophlovr Ай бұрын

I love the speed of these videos. Other videos would compare two products with very little data and some bias in the time it took you to review 10! Marvelous work!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@JSFGuy Ай бұрын

This is the one... I first used this in 1989 and before that McGuire's glass wax. Can't live without it.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You’re first! Hope you enjoy the video!

@JSFGuy Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarmexcellent, you know I'm going to love it because Rain-X is life, it's all over everything transparent that I own. Even the bathroom mirror. Haha OCD.

@jroenker1 Ай бұрын

@@JSFGuyI do the same thing

@mikemcchesney2555 Ай бұрын

HAHAHA It was only a couple of years before that, I first heard about this new "Mobil One SYNTHETIC OIL"! I lost my shit when I saw the price (I'll never forget it) $3.19 qt (in about 1987)! I tried it in a Baja Bug that got a LOT of use on the backroads of Ft. Bragg, NC. I never used anything else after that. Kept that aluminum (aluminium ;-) VW Case clean as a whistle.

@JSFGuy Ай бұрын

@@jroenker1 🤭

@anthonywilliams7052 Ай бұрын

RainX is great in the winter too. I came out of work after freezing rain and there was a bunch of tiny frozen dots on my windshield I could see through while everyone else had to remove 1/8inch of solid ice.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

@johnvrabec9747 Ай бұрын

Also if you're in the highway and a truck throws up slushy snow on your windshield when it passes you, it doesn't stick.

@19ghost73 Ай бұрын

Yeah, similar experience here, too. I use THAT effect more than the actual rain water repellent.

@shawnlayne5841 Ай бұрын

For the price and finding at gas stations n such n a pinch, and for always bailing me and others out even in heavy downpours across this country side rain x will always have their loyalist like me when in that pinch on the road and the windshield wipers are of no help or not working at all we're reaching for it

@TheFoozleSnorf Ай бұрын

OMG, luckily I had some of the orange defrost rainx in my car before it got shipped to Germany. I had never really lived in snow being from Florida, but had put some of this in my reservoir before getting it shipped.... It was hilarious watching everyone trying to scrape and deice their windshield and all I had to do was turn on my wipers and the whole sheet of snow and ice would fall off.

@dennissecor8092 29 күн бұрын

Another excellent comparison of products, great job project farm!😊

@ProjectFarm 29 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@gale9835 5 күн бұрын

The scientific method testing is very much appreciated. I don't live in a rainy area but if a rainy season comes down again I'll know which brands to apply to my glass.

@ProjectFarm 4 күн бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@fresh55n9ne 8 күн бұрын

Great video. Heres a idea what is the best water spot remover.

@ppmENTERPRISE Ай бұрын

Companies should take note of your tests... Your tests is of real world applications by everyday users... Nicely done... =)

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@GJorkinson Ай бұрын

I think you mean, "very impressive!".

@jdii5698 Ай бұрын

I literally went down the windshield rain repellent rabbit hole last night after coming across a Japanese brand Glaco. Very timely. Thanks.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@hogluvr1 Ай бұрын

I've been using Glaco, and it seems adequate. I didn't see it in the running, in this comparison, but was pictured early on. Did I pick a stinker?

@Beardman56 Ай бұрын

@@hogluvr1glaco is the best windshield water repellent made besides a full blown glass ceramic coating

@crystalizzeable Ай бұрын

Glaco was on the table, but was not tested?

@lukas9610 Ай бұрын

I’m using ultra glaco made by the same company (Soft99) for years. Easy to apply and by my experience this product is the least susceptible to wiper chatter. Tried gyeon, gtechniq and some other products including noname brands, but every single one made my wiper blades chatter which is extremely obnoxious

@duke96 23 күн бұрын

Project Farm.......YOU ARE DA BOMB !!! Keep on posting, you do the best job out there on testing products that we all are interested in. !!

@ProjectFarm 22 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@bkaz05 23 күн бұрын

Great test! Excellent result analysis!

@ProjectFarm 22 күн бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Poolumpingas Ай бұрын

I have always sworn by Rain X, I often find on the motorway that I have better visibility letting the water bead up instead of using my wipers. In case anyone is interested in how I make it last for months and months: 1. Clean the window with a wet synthetic chamois, and dry it with a microfibre towel. 2. Use RainX window cleaner to clean the window again (spray on the window and wipe clean with a microfibre towel). 3. apply RainX repellant with a microfibre towel. 4. buff the repellant off with a dry microfibre towel 5. repeat steps 3 and 4 (second coat). 6. top up your windscreen fluid with the RainX fluid (following the diluting instructions on the bottle).

@michalp2362 Ай бұрын

I don’t use my wipers above 40 mph regardless how heavy it rains

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@leforestierdamien877 Ай бұрын

i never commented, but i wanted to say what i really love with your test is that you comment and explain how to use the product,n according to the manual, so anyone taht say you didn't apply the product fairly have to remember that you followed the manufacturer instruction! also nice that you put a knockoff brand in the spotlight to remind everyone that they are cheaper for a reason .

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@thecarstoresalesandleasing4425 29 күн бұрын

You are amazing. I look up your channel before I buy anything! Thanks SO MUCH for all your efforts. You are holding manufacturers to their word. You are creating a requirement of truth in advertising! THANK YOU!!!

@ProjectFarm 29 күн бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@Kingdonnerkebab Ай бұрын

Superb vid above and beyond to bring us the answers. Rain x for me been using it over 20 years.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@UNgineering Ай бұрын

this was by far the most creative and comprehensive test for rain repellent.

@novak7893 Ай бұрын

I've been using Aquapel for years. Aside from it being a bit of a pain to apply and get the windshield clear, it works great. It lasts 3-6 months depending on the conditions it faces and I don't have to use windshield wipers in the rain. I actually haven't turned on windshield wipers in years.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

@ItsEverythingElse Ай бұрын

Is't it amazing how you don't have to run wipers most of the time?

@colinstu Ай бұрын

I usually get 6mo of great functionality of it with aquapel in WI, and then an additional 6mo of alright performance, and then every year after that it's still better than having never applied it but definitely diminished.

@williamschroeder3070 Ай бұрын

I used Aquapel several years ago, but could never get rid of a slight haze that it left on the windshield. Did a great job when it rained, though.

@colinstu Ай бұрын

@@williamschroeder3070 there is zero haze if it's fully buffed off in time. It really doesn't need to sit on glass long at all, and if the windshield was warm or hot already it really decreases working time / makes it harder to buff off.

@TimeLord69 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the comparisons, your videos are Excellent 🎉

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@c2jones 18 күн бұрын

Masterful review. My go-to source from now on.

@ProjectFarm 17 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@davidmiller6010 Ай бұрын

Nice job! I've been a user of Rain-X since around '85. I have found the best application technique for great long lasting results is slightly different that the one you did. 1st, I clean the glass much like you did. Then I apply product directly to the glass using a mixture of swirls, back and forth and up and down strokes. I proceed all the way around the car, so by the time I get back to where I started, that 1st piece is thoroughly dry. Then I apply a 2nd coat the exact same way. Next I spray a very scant amount of fine mist water to the glass and rub firmly with a dry towel. Lastly I polish the dry glass with a dry microfiber cloth until it's extremely slippery. DONE! Lasts easily 6 months, but you can get more like a year out of it if you also use the Rain-X windshield washer in the car. Thanks Todd, looking forward to your next report.

@BobBuddy_ Ай бұрын

I recently resealed my windows and tried something new. At the beginning of the video you can see the product "SOFT99 Glaco Glass Compound Roll On" which is a kind of simple glass polish, I cleaned the glass and then used SOFT99 to really remove all the impurities, then cleaned it again and then applied the Rain Repellent. In any case, I'm curious to see whether this method turns out to be better. So far I've driven once in light rain and the result was very good, the windows started to get clean over 60km/h. Info on the side: I used something other than Rain-X, it's from LICARGO, it got good reviews in many tests and I wanted to try it out myself, I think it's only available in Germany, and of course I bought it a few days before this video came out, i also have RainX at home, which I'm happy with :)

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@mondavou9408 Ай бұрын

That is how I apply it too. I don't get 6 months out of it, but for the first month, its incredible.

@rainerzirngibl5847 Ай бұрын

I miss the soft 99 Glaco... !? 😮😢

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@johnpogue1425 Ай бұрын

Yah, I saw the Glaco in the opening presentation. I did not see it tested and thought I may have missed it. Maybe its in round 2? I have some sitting on my shelf and wanted to see the test before I applied it. Other sources it looks pretty worthy up against the top 3 on here.

@johnpogue1425 Ай бұрын

@@ProjectFarm We did not see the Glaco in the tests, its on the table in the beginning. Did it get left out for a super showdown?

@miked8116 28 күн бұрын

You're the best. Anytime I'm curious about what product without knowing I always look you up. I wish you had one on leather conditioners for car seats😊

@johnroberthanna1623 Ай бұрын

this is a BRILLIANT review of all these water repellents. So So Good..!!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@LordSaliss Ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this video. I remember requesting it a while back and I really appreciate you doing it, as well as testing all the brands and more that I had asked for. Great review!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

@hulong0205 Ай бұрын

Ever since I started using rain-x windshield fluid, or just rain-X windshield fluid additives, I never go back to the old ways of applying products on the windshield. Just spray the fluid from inside the car and use wiper to apply it. Doesn’t last as long, but works closely as good and doesn’t take that much effort.

@lolman123401 Ай бұрын

This gums up washer nozzles on euro cars, so it's not good for everyone. It does work tho

@hulong0205 Ай бұрын

@@lolman123401 I drove JP car. Not sure about EU cars. It doesn’t left a thin firm on the area where the wipers cannot reach.

@Wrang15 Ай бұрын

I Ran only rain whinter blend in a Subaru for 12 years 0 issues. Been runing the same stuff in my 21 Subaru 0 issues.

@BrianRaby998VL Ай бұрын

One of my favorite channels on KZfaq.. 🏆👏👏👏

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@weathertrainsrandomniss1083 Ай бұрын

Been a fan of rainX for many years. Did not know there was that many alternatives. Thanks for sharing! I am on the market for an oil filter wrench. I am about to search your page. Thanks for all you do! Cheers from Wisconsin!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@cannasault Ай бұрын

So glad you included Aquapel in this video. When I used to work in an auto glass shop, that was the one and only add-on we sold, and I can't recall anyone ever coming back because they were disappointed with the product.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@imrf Ай бұрын

I've used Aquapel for 20 years now and it has never let me down.

@WmLatin Ай бұрын

Also glad he included the Aquapel 'knockoff' - I fell for that scam product from Amazon trying to save money. As proven, it is NOTHING at all like the (originally PPG) Aquapel product.

@Zyzzyx42 Ай бұрын

Started using Rain-X 30+ years ago when I started driving, always loved being able to go drive at speed in a good rainstorm and not need wipers. These days I still do Rain-X, but without the manual application. Rain-X washer fluid and Rain-X wipers, great combination that keeps the repellency going. If it seems to wear off a bit, give the glass a super good cleaning, then use sprayer and wipers for ~10 second several times. All done.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@kkarllwt Ай бұрын

Yes. I use the rainx fluid and from time to time I put some rainx on the windshield.I find it for almost free at garage/estate sales.

@BestYouTubeVids123 Ай бұрын

Im glad I ran across this review. I waited my whole life for this review. If it wasn't for this review I would not sleep well at night, but because of this review i now know I can sleep at night like a baby. Thanks for this review, it's the most valuable review ever and the entire planet needs to see this review. This video review and this guy is underrated! If I ever see him I hope he will give me his autograph and a selfie pic for doing this most awesome review.

@goostador Ай бұрын

I appreciate the amount of time and effort taken to produce your videos. I plan on moving to a more wet climate and this video clearly shows me what products I will buy.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@TheManTheMythTheLamo Ай бұрын

Before I watched the video I thought to myself I may be switching from rain x. After watching I’m glad to say I will continue to use rain x due to its price, time to apply, and resistance it has against the elements I never thought could affect it. Thank you once again to the real Science guy for giving us the best in entertainment and teachings you provide to the community

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@artk8445 Ай бұрын

What an amazing comprehensive test . Very well done!

@patrickconroy8729 10 күн бұрын

Good to know Rain-x is a good value in my Florida summer rains, thanks!

@ProjectFarm 10 күн бұрын

You are welcome!

@Flynn_Stones Ай бұрын

I love this channel. I always use rainx, but I never even looked into the competition until now. This is the only source for a comparison that I could trust for something like this

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@xiaoyu88 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the time you put into these, the creativity it takes is phenomenal.

@michaelyang1848 Ай бұрын

Thanks for this, I've been looking for a comparison of these products for a long time.

@captainmarvel9610 Ай бұрын

Been using rain x for o er 30 yrs. And I love it. Never really use wipers

@albertwitt8157 Ай бұрын

I absolutly love your content and have made many decisions from the wisdom you so freely pass out to all who wish to learn from it. I appreciate that I have never heard a single word from a sponsor. I think it would be wise of the companies you test on to use this information you provide as a type of Positive and constructive criticism and as a tool to improve their products. You have proven to me that high price doesn't always mean a better product. The cheapest in this case is the best value.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@ja5467 Ай бұрын

Love the RainX! Been using it for years. Awesome test and results! Love the channel ❤

@mehulygohil Ай бұрын

Oh Todd, you are the OG man! Thank you SO very much for all the hard work & most power to you really. HUGE UPS always!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@jrisnerny Ай бұрын

Damn I love this channel. Been waiting for this one. And no matter what product you are reviewing, I appreciate the detail of how you setup the testing, thorough execution and summary. Whether you talk that fast, or speed it up a bit before posting, I appreciate hearing great content done fast. A lot of the farm and equipment vids I watch have these old farmers talking soooo slowly I have to speed it up 1.5x to keep engaged. Not a knock on them, as everyone has their way of talking and presenting information. As it is, watching these is like drinking from a fire hose. Love it.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@williizz Ай бұрын

This comparison was great to watch! I’ve always used Rain-X for over 10 years now and never looked back!

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@MarylandDevin Ай бұрын

I used Aquapel for the first time 6 months ago after testing other products. It's still working for me. I bought a 4 pack on amazon for $30. It's totally worth it.

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@m13b Ай бұрын

It's spring and my windshield is already covered in bugs so I'm stuck this weekend scrubbing them off. Hopefully next weekend I'll suffer less, thanks for the video! Would love to see a video comparing spice blenders/coffee grinders

@ProjectFarm Ай бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@HammerWrench Ай бұрын

To help clean the bugs easily with cleaner, use a Dobie pad found in the home cleaning section. Safe for glass and paint. 🛠️

@mike6l6 Ай бұрын

During love bug season (small black bug in swarms ) , I spray pledge furniture polish on the front of my vehicle bumper, grille, & windshield to make removing the bugs easier . When i get home and wash my vehicle , soap & water washes both the pledge and bugs off .

@equilateralsquare 9 күн бұрын

I use Rain-X; hadn't thought to try anything else, so this is a great test for me. I appreciate your thinking through the valid ways of testing. Blow dryer removing the water droplets seemed the most demonstrative of what I want a rain repellent to do. Thanks for a great channel!

@ProjectFarm 8 күн бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!