I’ve been using the $35 one (actually got it cheaper at the time) for the last few months and it has been working flawlessly. Use it with brakebuster 5:1 and flush it out with water each time. The battery time is very impressive as I’ve only charged it once so far. These products can be hit or miss, especially after my experience with the SPTA leaking air over time, but I’ve been happy with your previous recommendation so far!
Keep trying to find the better ones, the best one. I have bought MANY of the less expensive items that you have reviewed. Most work out, a few have'n't so far. I appreciate what you do.
@@CarsWithKeav I need to buy one now. Should I wait for IK? Is it confirmed that they are coming out with one soon? Would hate to spend money now and then soon they come out with the new one!
@@CarsWithKeavI end up buying the black version of the white one in your video. The foam it produces is no where thick as your video shows but it is acceptable. The biggest issue is that it does not have enough capacity to hold liquid to do the entire mid size car. So I have to refill it with water and shampoo couple of times to completely cover the car with foam. And since I don’t have the driveway to do it at home, I have to go to the self car washes where they don’t have a way to refill this with water , so I have to carry enough water with me so I can refill it. They do have the pressure spray hose but that is meant to refill this with water. I am now thinking it might be better to buy the bigger IK one for my use case so I can fill it with enough water at home to do the entire car.
@@sfomann What soap are you using? I know some will need a higher dilution as some just don’t foam good. Since it a bit different maybe they sacrificed something for better durability or changed the filter type. For doing a whole car I would for sure suggest the IK Foam Pro 12. I can usually foam a car 3 times with one do those and you don’t have to feel like you have to go light on the foam. It also foams way better and more evenly.
I'll definitely check out one of these. I bought an IK pump foamer and I'm not happy with it. It leaked foam out of every seal the first time I used it. I saw online that people recommend lubricating the seals, or even suggest that they're defective when that happens. it shouldn't happen during the first use.
I have heard a few have issue with IK foamers they seem hit or miss at times. Even Rad Garage told me he had issues with several of them when we collated at DIY Detail film studio. I myself have not had issues with the 3 I have bought.
That all depends on the budget so many options for normal sprayers then there is for foamers.I like the Fanttik NB8 it hold 2 gallons and shoots at really good pressure. Covers areas very fast. amzn.to/3zfVTuq
I've been using the old Amazon foam sprayer mainly as a sprayer. It's been working really good for me and I love how quiet it is. One tip for any sprayer is to wet the seal before tightening the top which lubricates it for a better seal. I learned this from using a NutriBullet smoothie maker. Any chance you will do a review of the new Chemical Guys TORQ Foam Blaster Pro 6 wash gun for a garden hose? It looks like it might perform better than what's been on the market up until now.
Look up IK foamer filters they can be used. Also you can make your own cutting out scotch brite pads. www.zoro.com/ik-sprayers-10-piece-filter-diam-11mm-81776313/i/G506617273/?campaignid=21528295871&productid=G506617273&v=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADw3hZe_q1YjQDS-6gIAiPioFNrPD&gclid=CjwKCAjwufq2BhAmEiwAnZqw8txhNtT_UzW1PFzSPsgGUiUkiEzIcs8QMugzuMdFxsB1nOku_PmAORoCnAcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
I’m not going anywhere. I didn’t say it clearly I’m just going to be a guest on their new podcast channel and sponsoring a few podcasts to do giveaways to celebrate 20k.
Bought the comparison model you demonstrate in this video and in previous ones... Have to say, "I agree"...the newer one you're demonstrating does produce a slightly better foam, but the difference in 'noise' between the two... Holy cow it's 'night 'n' day, and that run-time doesn't compare to the other model... Think I'll stick to the quiet one with better run-time... Awesome, videos... Keep up the great work!!! 🙂
@@crookassassin The one this video is for the gray bottle cracks. The white bottle one that I used for the comparison seems to have some issues with charging and not turning on. I did list a newer version that is black that seems to have better reviews.
@@CarsWithKeav Ahhh...Didn't even see the 'Dark bottle' option, bought the whites version... Will keep my fingers crossed it doesn't fail... Thanks for the heads-up!
i bought 4 different 2 gal bug/weed killer pump sprayers for 40 dollars. Some guy was selling them. they leaked and were older. I cleaned them all out really good and carefully. Tore them completely down and replaced all the seals and sprayer tube and spray tip for 25 dollars maybe. I have one setup for iron remover, one for wheel and tire, one for bug/tar removal. I have the last one setup for pre soak the car. It makes things so much easier.
Can you give us the links to the Everest Eley set up you use? And, is the spray pattern strong enough to forgo an electric pressure washer that puts out 2.0 GPM?
If you are using a 2gpm pressure washer you wouldn’t want to replace it with the Eley. The Eley is just a nice to have I use for a few things. Never replaces my pressure washer though. How well it works depends on your house pressure and mine it pretty high, but it will get the best performance out of whatever pressure you have from a garden hose. The pressure washer is the great equalizer when it comes to house water line pressure. My affiliate link with them just takes you to the main page, but I bought the sprayer kit that has everything and two of the quick connect kits.
The vapor is condensing moisture from the pressure in the foamer. Put your fist over your lips, blow really hard with your mouth closed, then gently puff out a cloud of vapor you just created in your mouth. There could/should be vapor in the the other foamers as well...maybe the opaque plastic hides the vapor in the others?
No vapor in the other foamer I showed in the video which is why it confused me. I tried and never could get it to vapor. Maybe the pressure level is different?
@@CarsWithKeav Just rewatched the video, both heads do it in that bottle but not the opaque bottle? does it vapor outside the bottle? is it mechanical "break in" lubricant or something? does it "smell" like anything? Hope its not a lithium off gassing, ever see one of those go off? the shape of the bottle matter? Wish I was more clever to figure that out!
@@manwithoutshadow I’m not clever enough that’s for sure. 🤣 So it does it with both heads and both of their bottles. I meant the other older foamer doesn’t vapor in it’s bottle. I don’t see vapor coming out when the bottle is off so your theory could be true. Waiting for some PHD’s in chemistry to chime in. 🤣
IK’s if they have the right consistent pressure spray better than anything to me, but to do that costs way too much money to ad an inflator to an IK Foam Pro 2+. These do really well though.
I would be careful with carbon ceramics they like to absorb the chemicals which can cause issues. Usually a neutral type soap is best for them. I don’t see anything in their site saying it’s safe, but also not saying it’s unsafe. With rotors like that I would stick with anything saying it’s safe for them. Plus they don’t give off much brake dust to need the extra cleaning power.
Much thicker spray with les pulsing. The Black and Yellow one works well just $80 is such a hit on the wallet when it’s close to the cost of an IK and inflator combo. I have not use much since I keep using the new ones.
Seems to be working just fine at least the clear one does no issues so far. I use it here and there to distribute APC as it looks like the vapor is just created from the pressure inside the bottle.
@@AmirAbdullah the new SPTA I think is the best so far a bit more expensive. Just did a review on it. If looking for the best wait a month or two for the new IK battery foamer it will be most likely the best by far, but will not be cheap.
Compressed air contains water vapor. If you have a wash keg, fill it with air, then let the pressure out and open it up immediately. Looks like dense fog inside.
@@CarsWithKeav possibly. Maybe it's the pressure inside. The IK only goes to around 45 or 50. I'll have to test with my foam pro 12 to see if it also gets that way.
@@lep8622 it could be perfect. Mine just decided to crack and a few other reviewers had the same issue, but just like my old foamer it worked perfect for me and others had issues. You okay the lottery sometimes with these china products.
Bib Boi one not available in the U.S. and it’s actually the same product SPTA came out with last year, but that one is no longer available as well. the SPTA works well, but ended up leaking a few months later. th-cam.com/video/m7xpp1HKxhI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6ZKHuDduyj-_5_Zw Big Boi was available on Carzilla to ship to the U.S., but it’s sold out there as well.
Outside of the IK E Foam Pro 12 not really and that one is $250 and holds 2 gallons. IK is coming out with a battery sprayer in a few months and I personally think that will set the standards Griots tried and theirs is horrible in my opinion. Only thing right now is to modify a Marolex foam sprayer with a valve and attach a small inflator to it.
@@btbd2785 they don’t currently have a battery sprayer of any kind yet except the large 2 gallon e foam pro multi and foamer. I have seen what they look like as it was shown on rag companies TH-cam sometime back. It was in this live stream th-cam.com/users/livevMncdzDAAP4?si=yTn_Z8e0Gklaz8qs
Possible, but I think it’s more of a reaction to compressed air and liquid. Many responded stating it’s just vapor caused by the compressed air. Read a lot about it and seems like that’s what it could be.
This is one of those categories where that does not really exist yet except for the IK E Foam Pro 12. IK is coming out in a few months with their version of a battery foamer so that could be the next best thing.
@@CarsWithKeav interesting thanks for your reply. I'm currently using the foamer from your last Amazon foamer video that you brought up again here with the blue tip. I use it to foam down my car as a pre-soak as I live in an apartment and have to go to a coin-op car wash. Just about to get full coverage of my Honda Civic coupe with a full tank. Only weird thing it does is it stopped turning off automatically and now it just pumps air continuously until I physically turn it off. Still a great option tho for apartment dwellers like myself. Please keep us updated on what you find going forward!
@@christopherpape4823 Has to be some kind of switch with a sensor. That sensor may have gunked up or failed. I’ll keep an eye on mine if it starts to fail or not. Another think I noticed after watching is that it’s very quiet compared to the new ones.
These review videos are fantastic; I really need genuine feedback like this. If you don't mind, we’d love for you to review our products as well. I’ve sent you an email and apologize for the direct approach.
I’ve been using the $35 one (actually got it cheaper at the time) for the last few months and it has been working flawlessly. Use it with brakebuster 5:1 and flush it out with water each time. The battery time is very impressive as I’ve only charged it once so far. These products can be hit or miss, especially after my experience with the SPTA leaking air over time, but I’ve been happy with your previous recommendation so far!
Has worked great for me as well. I had issues with the SPTA leaking product into the compressor area and all over my cabinet after a few months.
Keep trying to find the better ones, the best one. I have bought MANY of the less expensive items that you have reviewed. Most work out, a few have'n't so far. I appreciate what you do.
I think we will find the one when IK comes out with their battery foamer in a few months.
@@CarsWithKeav I need to buy one now. Should I wait for IK? Is it confirmed that they are coming out with one soon? Would hate to spend money now and then soon they come out with the new one!
@@sfomann They are coming out with one so one I heard November, but nobody has set any dates that I know of yet.
@@CarsWithKeavI end up buying the black version of the white one in your video. The foam it produces is no where thick as your video shows but it is acceptable. The biggest issue is that it does not have enough capacity to hold liquid to do the entire mid size car. So I have to refill it with water and shampoo couple of times to completely cover the car with foam. And since I don’t have the driveway to do it at home, I have to go to the self car washes where they don’t have a way to refill this with water , so I have to carry enough water with me so I can refill it. They do have the pressure spray hose but that is meant to refill this with water. I am now thinking it might be better to buy the bigger IK one for my use case so I can fill it with enough water at home to do the entire car.
@@sfomann What soap are you using? I know some will need a higher dilution as some just don’t foam good. Since it a bit different maybe they sacrificed something for better durability or changed the filter type. For doing a whole car I would for sure suggest the IK Foam Pro 12. I can usually foam a car 3 times with one do those and you don’t have to feel like you have to go light on the foam. It also foams way better and more evenly.
I'll definitely check out one of these. I bought an IK pump foamer and I'm not happy with it. It leaked foam out of every seal the first time I used it. I saw online that people recommend lubricating the seals, or even suggest that they're defective when that happens. it shouldn't happen during the first use.
I have heard a few have issue with IK foamers they seem hit or miss at times. Even Rad Garage told me he had issues with several of them when we collated at DIY Detail film studio. I myself have not had issues with the 3 I have bought.
This is why I went with Marolex, I got a few of them an they are super high quality and never had issues
@@JayDetailz I’m going to take one and put a valve in there and an inflator and see what happens.
Great video. Which battery powered sprayer would you recommend for applying rinseless wash to the entire car?
That all depends on the budget so many options for normal sprayers then there is for foamers.I like the Fanttik NB8 it hold 2 gallons and shoots at really good pressure. Covers areas very fast. amzn.to/3zfVTuq
I've been using the old Amazon foam sprayer mainly as a sprayer. It's been working really good for me and I love how quiet it is. One tip for any sprayer is to wet the seal before tightening the top which lubricates it for a better seal. I learned this from using a NutriBullet smoothie maker. Any chance you will do a review of the new Chemical Guys TORQ Foam Blaster Pro 6 wash gun for a garden hose? It looks like it might perform better than what's been on the market up until now.
I’ll look into that foamer and see. A good oring lubricant will work as well to help seal better.
I purchased the "old" Amazon sprayer abt a month ago. From your review. Been working fine. Any idea where to buy more red disc filters.
Look up IK foamer filters they can be used. Also you can make your own cutting out scotch brite pads. www.zoro.com/ik-sprayers-10-piece-filter-diam-11mm-81776313/i/G506617273/?campaignid=21528295871&productid=G506617273&v=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADw3hZe_q1YjQDS-6gIAiPioFNrPD&gclid=CjwKCAjwufq2BhAmEiwAnZqw8txhNtT_UzW1PFzSPsgGUiUkiEzIcs8QMugzuMdFxsB1nOku_PmAORoCnAcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Thank Keav whichever channel you’re on I’ll be looking for you 👍
I’m not going anywhere. I didn’t say it clearly I’m just going to be a guest on their new podcast channel and sponsoring a few podcasts to do giveaways to celebrate 20k.
Oh understood.
That's awesome about the podcast! At least there was one blooper 😆
Sometimes there is a bunch and every now and then I get it done right. Maybe because I had to record it twice. 🤣
@@CarsWithKeav we could have had some silent bloopers 😆
@@maryhoffman2547 🤣
I’m on the fence between the new and the old. Which one would you recommend? Obviously always use the affiliate links.
I like the old one still just can’t beat the smaller form factor and it works great for me.
Bought the comparison model you demonstrate in this video and in previous ones... Have to say, "I agree"...the newer one you're demonstrating does produce a slightly better foam, but the difference in 'noise' between the two... Holy cow it's 'night 'n' day, and that run-time doesn't compare to the other model... Think I'll stick to the quiet one with better run-time... Awesome, videos... Keep up the great work!!! 🙂
You picked the right one as long as you are not having v the defect issue some others are having. It’s my favorite still.
@@CarsWithKeav Excuse my ignorance, but what is the issue some of these are having?
@@crookassassin The one this video is for the gray bottle cracks. The white bottle one that I used for the comparison seems to have some issues with charging and not turning on. I did list a newer version that is black that seems to have better reviews.
@@CarsWithKeav Ahhh...Didn't even see the 'Dark bottle' option, bought the whites version... Will keep my fingers crossed it doesn't fail... Thanks for the heads-up!
Good review!
Thank You
Great video! Help me a lot to decide wich one buy. Greets keav!
You’re welcome
i bought 4 different 2 gal bug/weed killer pump sprayers for 40 dollars. Some guy was selling them. they leaked and were older. I cleaned them all out really good and carefully. Tore them completely down and replaced all the seals and sprayer tube and spray tip for 25 dollars maybe. I have one setup for iron remover, one for wheel and tire, one for bug/tar removal. I have the last one setup for pre soak the car. It makes things so much easier.
Very nice! Every tried to stuff some scotch brite pad pieces in one of the nozzles to see if it foam any?
@@CarsWithKeav no but i will have to try it now lol
Can get cheap mesh that goes into foam cannons. It works pretty decent. @@chris-kf3hj
Can you give us the links to the Everest Eley set up you use? And, is the spray pattern strong enough to forgo an electric pressure washer that puts out 2.0 GPM?
If you are using a 2gpm pressure washer you wouldn’t want to replace it with the Eley. The Eley is just a nice to have I use for a few things. Never replaces my pressure washer though. How well it works depends on your house pressure and mine it pretty high, but it will get the best performance out of whatever pressure you have from a garden hose. The pressure washer is the great equalizer when it comes to house water line pressure. My affiliate link with them just takes you to the main page, but I bought the sprayer kit that has everything and two of the quick connect kits.
A little of topic, but would like to know where you purchased those grey plastic curtains.
Amazon and they are great so many sizes to choose from. amzn.to/3AZkTqn
The vapor is condensing moisture from the pressure in the foamer. Put your fist over your lips, blow really hard with your mouth closed, then gently puff out a cloud of vapor you just created in your mouth. There could/should be vapor in the the other foamers as well...maybe the opaque plastic hides the vapor in the others?
No vapor in the other foamer I showed in the video which is why it confused me. I tried and never could get it to vapor. Maybe the pressure level is different?
@@CarsWithKeav Just rewatched the video, both heads do it in that bottle but not the opaque bottle? does it vapor outside the bottle? is it mechanical "break in" lubricant or something? does it "smell" like anything? Hope its not a lithium off gassing, ever see one of those go off? the shape of the bottle matter? Wish I was more clever to figure that out!
@@manwithoutshadow I’m not clever enough that’s for sure. 🤣 So it does it with both heads and both of their bottles. I meant the other older foamer doesn’t vapor in it’s bottle. I don’t see vapor coming out when the bottle is off so your theory could be true. Waiting for some PHD’s in chemistry to chime in. 🤣
@@CarsWithKeav th-cam.com/users/shortsSAehBNVG0JU
That 30 bucks banger is really unbeatable at this point. How would you rate it against IK foamers?
IK’s if they have the right consistent pressure spray better than anything to me, but to do that costs way too much money to ad an inflator to an IK Foam Pro 2+. These do really well though.
Great review! You always come up with great products to test
I’ve become a pro at searching Amazon. 🤣
is that brake buster soap safe on Carbon Ceramic rotors? Thanks.
I would be careful with carbon ceramics they like to absorb the chemicals which can cause issues. Usually a neutral type soap is best for them. I don’t see anything in their site saying it’s safe, but also not saying it’s unsafe. With rotors like that I would stick with anything saying it’s safe for them. Plus they don’t give off much brake dust to need the extra cleaning power.
Chiming in to say that Keav is the man!
Appreciate that!
Where does these two rank vs the black and yellow one that was about $80?
Much thicker spray with les pulsing. The Black and Yellow one works well just $80 is such a hit on the wallet when it’s close to the cost of an IK and inflator combo. I have not use much since I keep using the new ones.
I'd love to see one that has a hose that comes off of the nozzle so it's easier to get into deep wheel wells
That would be a great idea. Closest is the IK foam pro 12+, but considerably more money.
Do I need to watch you drop stuff? Yes, yes I do!!!! 😂 Do I want to? Yes as well.
It broke before I could drop it. When I get bored I might have to take all these foamer and do a real drop test.
How do you feel about this one ? This is a 2.0 from a previous form factor that had issues
Seems to be working just fine at least the clear one does no issues so far. I use it here and there to distribute APC as it looks like the vapor is just created from the pressure inside the bottle.
@@CarsWithKeav have you found one you’d say is best so far ?
@@AmirAbdullah the new SPTA I think is the best so far a bit more expensive. Just did a review on it. If looking for the best wait a month or two for the new IK battery foamer it will be most likely the best by far, but will not be cheap.
@@CarsWithKeav yeah my little blue and white ones seem to be holding up. I have one approaching a year. Still working
Compressed air contains water vapor. If you have a wash keg, fill it with air, then let the pressure out and open it up immediately. Looks like dense fog inside.
I thought in the beginning, but never have that with my IK pro 12 or my other ones. Maybe it is how the compressor puts the air in the bottle?
@@CarsWithKeav possibly. Maybe it's the pressure inside. The IK only goes to around 45 or 50. I'll have to test with my foam pro 12 to see if it also gets that way.
how much oil do you put in the top
Just a few drops enough to cover the gears.
Keep trying, you are making them make better products! I don’t want to pump either.
No Pump Gang!
@@CarsWithKeav LOL
I have the one you tossed away 😮. I haven’t had time to use it yet
@@lep8622 it could be perfect. Mine just decided to crack and a few other reviewers had the same issue, but just like my old foamer it worked perfect for me and others had issues. You okay the lottery sometimes with these china products.
Mine is cracked 😂😮
@@lep8622 Dang! For sure a bad manufacturing mold or something like that. The clear bottles are rarely ever more durable.
Everyone has an opinion :) do we need a battery sprayer nah :) BUT is it more fun heck yeah.
The more fun the better I say.
The Big Boi has gotten some good reviews. Think it’s $50.
Bib Boi one not available in the U.S. and it’s actually the same product SPTA came out with last year, but that one is no longer available as well. the SPTA works well, but ended up leaking a few months later. th-cam.com/video/m7xpp1HKxhI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6ZKHuDduyj-_5_Zw Big Boi was available on Carzilla to ship to the U.S., but it’s sold out there as well.
Does anyone make an actual quality electric foamer/sprayer?
Outside of the IK E Foam Pro 12 not really and that one is $250 and holds 2 gallons. IK is coming out with a battery sprayer in a few months and I personally think that will set the standards Griots tried and theirs is horrible in my opinion. Only thing right now is to modify a Marolex foam sprayer with a valve and attach a small inflator to it.
@@CarsWithKeav
have you seen what the IK will look like? I seen the new IK battery powered regular sprayers but not a battery they don't foam .
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@@btbd2785 they don’t currently have a battery sprayer of any kind yet except the large 2 gallon e foam pro multi and foamer. I have seen what they look like as it was shown on rag companies TH-cam sometime back. It was in this live stream th-cam.com/users/livevMncdzDAAP4?si=yTn_Z8e0Gklaz8qs
havind a reation woth the cheap plastic
Possible, but I think it’s more of a reaction to compressed air and liquid. Many responded stating it’s just vapor caused by the compressed air. Read a lot about it and seems like that’s what it could be.
@@CarsWithKeav
looks like 8K is already showing the e Foam pro 2 battery powered gianer
@@btbd2785 yup, just waiting for it to be sold somewhere. I’m hearing early November still.
Nice if its cheap.
Depends on what cheap is as some people $30 is cheap and others $45 can be cheap.
don't stop making video
Not stopping anytime soon! Thank You
The last one i ordered went bad within a month 🤦🏻♂️
That sucks. The range of experience in a single product is so crazy some are great, others just meh and some don’t work. 🤷♂️
Does anyone make one of these but actually good quality lol? I wouldn't mind paying a bit more for something that I know will last.
This is one of those categories where that does not really exist yet except for the IK E Foam Pro 12. IK is coming out in a few months with their version of a battery foamer so that could be the next best thing.
@@CarsWithKeav interesting thanks for your reply. I'm currently using the foamer from your last Amazon foamer video that you brought up again here with the blue tip. I use it to foam down my car as a pre-soak as I live in an apartment and have to go to a coin-op car wash. Just about to get full coverage of my Honda Civic coupe with a full tank. Only weird thing it does is it stopped turning off automatically and now it just pumps air continuously until I physically turn it off. Still a great option tho for apartment dwellers like myself. Please keep us updated on what you find going forward!
@@christopherpape4823 Has to be some kind of switch with a sensor. That sensor may have gunked up or failed. I’ll keep an eye on mine if it starts to fail or not. Another think I noticed after watching is that it’s very quiet compared to the new ones.
Clearly for wheels and tyres only. After that get your pressure washer out and do the bodywork. Conclusion: waste of time and money.
@@johnhopkins7614 Saves time for me, but it’s different for everybody. Pressure washer is already out to rinse the wheels and tires.
You're brave as hell to voluntarily smell that vapor. Me? Pass.
Yeah, probably not the best idea.
That's Chinese vapor Keav don't....sorry I passed out. Don't smell it!
It’s vapor from Wuhan. Hope I didn’t start a new pandemic. 🤣
@@CarsWithKeav hahaha
These review videos are fantastic; I really need genuine feedback like this. If you don't mind, we’d love for you to review our products as well. I’ve sent you an email and apologize for the direct approach.
I’ll look into it did you send an email? If I think it’s good I’ll purchase it then test and if it passes testing I might make a video.
@@CarsWithKeav That’s great! I sent the email on August 20. If it's difficult to find, I can resend it.
First!
Nice!