🔥 For more quality detailing products visit: bit.ly/3BiPe3o ⬇️🔶 LINKS TO PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇️⬇️ 🇺🇸 For people in USA: Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/3QRLIlx Glass towel: amzn.to/43glihW 🇨🇦 For people in Canada: Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/4bU2Hfy Glass towel: amzn.to/3TgpPN1 🇬🇧 For people in the UK: Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/439LhYJ Glass towel: amzn.to/3Tw1V17 Watch more of my videos below: ✅ Best glass cleaners: th-cam.com/video/bCe5QYQAvsY/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to clean car windows: th-cam.com/video/d9T5rW-UP2E/w-d-xo.html ✅ How to clean the inside of your windshield: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.html
I’ve personally have given away my multiple bottles of Stoner Glass Cleaner because I’ve found that most of the Rinseless washes do a good or better job than Stoner. And it’s one less speciality bottle I have to keep track of it. The trick is using a sponge to wipe the glass with the rinseless solution so it traps some of the dirt first. And then wipe it down with a good drying towel leaves me happy.
Hi Pan I live in Scotland in the UK and have tried many glass cleaners. My go to was Stoners however this glass cleaner from BH is better by far. The surfactants cleans the glass super clean and it evaporates to a crystal clean finish.
Thx Pan for this test. You can lift the rear wiper by first gently lifting the little plastic part on the left. I will stick to Stoner because of the price. As mentioned in one of your videos these are finishing products.
Super video Pan. I've been a long-time user of Stoner's Invisible Glass and love the fact that it's very inexpensive and can be purchased at just about any store that I shop in. Although the Bilt Hamber product looks to be superior to Invisible Glass, the very high cost will keep me from purchasing it. Keep up the awesome work.
Keep in mind it's a big 1L bottle, so you actually get good value compared to standard 16 oz bottles on the market. And for performance, it's the best glass cleaners I have tested.
Thanks for the test Pan! I currently use the Invisible Glass Cleaner (trigger spryer version), and it’s much less expensive per ounce ($6.99/US for 22oz, compared to $18.50/US for 1L/33.8 oz). And it works very well for me. :)
I've loved Trace-less so far! I'm definatly going to buy more as my go-to window cleaner. I've not experienced any streaking and the wetting from Trace-less is amazing.
If you use it as it's supposed to, meaning after you wash your car, it is the best glass cleaner I have tested. The extreme case dirty glass cleaning, which one should never do, was just to answer to those who always have questions like "but how would it do on dirty glass?" lol
Just ordered a litre from Carzilla. It’s suppose to turn up here on the 18th. Jon from Forensic Detailing is a big fan of the Bilt Hamber product line and he loves this product. I am looking forward to hopefully finding a glass cleaner that truly does the job. Thanks for this Pan. This gave me confidence in my purchase. Till the next one. 👍🏻
Just a follow up. Received my bottle of Trace Less and put it to work. I wasn’t disappointed. I have been using CarPro’s Clarify for several years and I was certainly content with the results it produced. But this is just so much more effective. The single issue that convinced me was the way it cleaned the inside of the windshield. My only tip or advice is not to overspray the product. You do not need a lot of product. I have found my new glass cleaner. 👍🏻👍🏻
This is a great answer for glass, especially the inside windshield. Even the best, like the stoner I use, takes some effort to finish streak free. In the US, Traceless is on a preorder. I’ll give it a try.
For the interior of the windshield, it’s always best to degrease first, and then finish with a glass cleaner. See my tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=69GmzqVdz9n9mCJv
I use Nil Glass, a fairly inexpensive glass cleaner product, a spray bottle, from off Amazon. I’m happy with the results. I suspect the key point is the quality of the drying cloth.
I really enjoyed the testing you showed along with the real world results. When I got back into detailing glass was giving me fits and you are the one who explained glsss cleaners are finishers and not cleaners. Hopefully there will be more videos coming out where you use your background in chemistry to educate me. Thank you!
Thanks Neil! And yes, glass cleaners are finishers. Always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaners at the end of the wash process for the final crystal clear touch.
Great video! It seemed like the dirty window had less film when cleaned with Stoners, but I've always found Traceless to be impressive ever since I first used it. However, Stoners has definitely piqued my interest. Then the marker test was finding out the woman you love had no debt when you married her and better credit *UNICORN*
May seem a stupid question, but could this be used as a surface prep prior to coatings? Seems the ingredients are similar to the ones used in Surface Preps. Also great that it evaporates, unsure if its safe on paint but could be a cheap alternative!
I wouldn't recommend that. Use dedicated paint prep sprays when it comes to coating prep. And it's always recommended to use the same coating prep spray as the coating brand you are applying if possible.
@@PanTheOrganizerWhat are your thoughts on the CMS panel prep? I purchased DIY Detail products for ceramic coating my car but failed to add their panel prep to the order. The cost of DIY panel prep plus shipping costs is double the cost of the CMS product. I have the DIY: 3 yr coating, iron remover, gold standard polish and pad.
I admit I am a bit obsessive when it comes to clean windows in my car and house. With Spray Away I have cleaned my house windows outside at -20F using a hairdryer. I purchased the Ammo Obey glass cleaner and used it for the first time this week. Wow!!!! My windows are unbelievably clear and streak free. I think Obey would work in the cold because it is like a dry glaze before you do the microfiber wipe. I can’t wait to order Traceless. It looks more like a traditional “wet” glass cleaner vs Obey feeling like a wax feel. It’s below freezing now, so I have the hairdryer ready! (My car windows get washed in the warm garage.)
I love both Touch-Less and Trace-Less, for me the best place I have found for the new Trace-Less is the inside of my windscreen, I am a vaper in the car and it has always been a tricky substance to remove from glass but, my word Trace-Less has made that such an easy task now, absolute game changer for me.
My local motor factors, Auto Parts, sells a good range of detailing products snd recently moved in the BH Range but the 1 litre bottle of traceless doesnt have a trigger head on it ... Not sure if they supply it once purchased
Thanks for sharing Pan. 👍 I have been using DIY rinseless wash on windows lately with great success. Sonax glass cleaner had been my go to for years (another great product but a little pricey). I have also been machine polishing the exterior of the windows with a Euro 50/50 pad which brings epic results. 🌟 Blessings from USA - GGG😎
Hello Pan ! I have a question - how does it compare to CarPro Clarify ? I find clarify to be best and fastest glass cleaner so Im curious. Thanks for the great video 😊
Yes, but as long as the water spots haven't started to etch through the glass. If this glass cleaner doesn't remove them, you have to use something a bit stronger like this popular glass stripper: amzn.to/3AQiaPJ And if that still doesn't work, you know it's time to machine polish the glass.
Wow that was an awesome demonstration of a cool glass cleaner. I jist wanted to tell you your an amazing TH-camr and if it weren’t for your expert knowledge and willingness to share, I’d be lost buddy. Thank you thank you thank you thank you!
Do you know when this product or any Bilt Hamber is going to be available in the USA? The link you placed says early summer 2024 and that timeframe is already passed. The Bilt website won’t ship hazmat to America and so I don’t have any way to buy this.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you. I actually found the Bilt Hamber products on Carzilla for anyone else in the USA that would like to order from a site that has it.
Hey Pan. Quick question is it bad to keep my detailing stuff out in the garage in this summer heat. It’s 30 + degrees here in Canada Right now I keep it in my basement. Was and keep hauling everything up to the garage every week when I need it to use it. I would like to just keep it in the garage if the heat wont damage the product. It feels way too hot in there I think
30C is up there with the limits of storing products for sure. 35C is usually the highest temperature. Beyond that the products can start going bad. The solution is to have a heat pump like I have in my garage. I can keep my garage at a steady 20C year round, winter and summer.
It's the best glass cleaner I have tested so far, for sure. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Could you do a video on cleaning the underside of the car, i have coilovers and they’re really dirty and i’m not sure what products or equipment is safe to use on them, and is there any areas i should be careful around
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Pan, I’m huge fan of your shows. You, DIY, and Josh are all excellent. But on this demo I thought you should have flipped the microfiber towel sooner. You were rubbing a dirty towel into the glass. I have been using Stoner invisible, glass cleaner for the last year and I love the product. The Bilt Hamber product is also great. But considering the cost difference, I’ll stay with Stoner. Keep doing what do. You’re very good at what you do👍👏👌
Hi Pan, awesome video again thx. I have been using this product for a while now & I absolutely love it both inside & out. Here in Belgium the weather is fickle & I seem to be cleaning my windows on a weekly basis due to the odd downpour followed by dry dusty day but with Traceless it’s a breeze. I mainly do a regular clean with Traceless then sometimes an extra clean with Soft 99 maintenance window cleaner to add extra hygroscopic properties. Keep going with your incredible video, advice & knowledge, we greatly appreciate it. Mark
Always degrease the interior of the windshield first, with a dishwashing liquid first. And finish with the glass cleaner. See my tutorial on that topic here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Wg07IrZ2_0mwsd5B
Can i use this for the interior glass as well for the exterior or is recommended only for the exterior? Is this better than the Koch Chemie Speed Glass Cleaner?
I use both the koch chemie speed and bh glass cleaners they are both very good I find kc speed very good at removing bugs from the windscreen they're very close in performance imo
Pan - I’m curious, I’ve been using a rinseless dampened towel to clean glass (interior and exterior) and it seems far better and easier than any glass cleaner I’ve tried. Even on a clean car. I currently have Koch-Chemie Gc and I’ve used it as a finisher but it doesn’t really seem to do anything as a finisher as the rinseless did all the work already. I’d love your opinion on if I’m missing something or why you like this better than using just rinseless? Thanks for your time! 😊
A rinseless wash is a great alternative as long as it’s one that doesn’t leave anything behind. So if people are unsure about their rinseless wash, a glass cleaner is a better option. But yes a good rinseless wash line DIY Detail or Armour Detail Supply Hero is great for glass. Which one do you use ?
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the reply! I use DIY Detail and love it. But was also curious if I was missing something by not using a dedicated finisher as I’m pretty new at all this. 🙂
@@PanTheOrganizer THANKS! Forgot to ask. Is this Angelwax washer concentrate safe to use in a heated washer reservoir? The reservoir in my car is heated through a coil from the engine coolant. Getting up to around 160 degrees usually, even in the summer.
Yes, much better than pretty much all glass cleaners. But I still find it best practice to degrease the interior of the windshield with a dishwashing liquid first, and then finish with the glass cleaner. Like in my tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=hSCtFYVt0xbFEz3c
Thanks for the video Pan. Good comparison, but the Bilt Hamber comes out too expensive here in Québec. Could you compare the new DIY Detail Rinseless V2 to the P&S Absolute in one of your next videos? (Like for a maintenance wash on the exterior and for interior cleaning as well)
please test this on a coated windshield. Rain x or Glaco or whichever is the most widely available. i just want to see if it will destroy the coating or if it will have streaks. coz we all know invi glass is tough to beat.
I prefer to use a dedicated glass coating which lasts much longer compared to 2-in-1 type “cleaner + protection”. See my video on one of my favourite glass coatings that can last up to one year here: th-cam.com/video/usdM-TrT7fg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=22BQclDv69-l0r7H
I find Sprayway "Foaming" glass cleaner to be a great performer for the money! Even when cleaning just the dirty windows, with a clean microfiber cloth, it doesn't leave as much mess. Maybe your windshield got treated to something especially tenacious and smeary? 🤔😁 I appreciate the beneficial properties of the Surfactant! A good surfactant can literally lift, capture and remove the contaminants from the surface! Mike in San Diego. 🌞🎸🚀🖖
Interesting test with the sharpie, but one i'd really like to see is how these glass cleaners work on something more oily. I was using solutions trim, restore black and accidentally got some on one of the car windows. Between water, dry cloths, and IPA, it still took me 10 or 15 minutes to clean off. It would be great if these glass cleaners would help in that scenario
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The best way I've found to clean somewhat dirty glass is with a small squeegee. They sell small automotive one's in Amazon. You don't get the streaking because you're not rubbing the product and grime around
Pan. I understand your point of not using this product to clean glass that is that contaminated. However in the real world things don’t always work out perfectly. I don’t always have the time to fully wash my vehicle just to get the windshield clean. I would like your advice on what products and techniques to use to clean just the windshield before using the glass cleaner. Thanks and I always enjoy your videos.
I totally enjoy every video you post, and I have learned many new techniques from your videos. Thanks for this. Just one favor … please change your opening music to something we all understand! Thanks Pan!
Thanks Joe! However, I won’t change the intro music as it’s iconic to my channel and the vast majority of my viewers love it. It’s impossible to please everyone as you know. Also, the beginning of the song aren’t words we can understand. It’s just the ending that says “Now look at me” which I find appropriate for my channel as it’s like if the car you just detailed looks at you and asks you to look at its cleanliness and gloss.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the reply, Pan. I understand that tune is what everyone associates with your channel, and of course that is tough to give up. Please keep your excellent videos coming … I check every day for a new presentation of a product your debuting. I’ve spent more money on products you endorse then I’ll ever be able to use up! Thanks again!
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This sounds like a game changer Pan. I was blown away after using Stoner Glass Cleaner for the first time with Rag Company waffle weave towels. I'm eager to see the difference with this new product though.
Pan, I saw in another reply that it’s safe to use on coated glass. I assumed you were referring to a ceramic coated window. Just to confirm, would this be a better cleaner to use for maintenance after a car wash on windows coated with Soft99 Glaco Ultra? I’m asking because I was about to order the Soft99 Glaco de Cleaner and I am wondering if this Bilt Hamber Traceless window cleaner is a superior product, keeping in mind that Soft99 claims that its Glaco de Cleaner not only cleans but also adds a layer of Glaco lite coating. Essentially I’m looking for the best window cleaner to maintain (and potentially extend) the longevity of a window coated with Glaco Ultra. Thank you Pan!👍
It’s the best glass cleaner period. And yes it’s safe on coated glass. My girlfriend’s windshield has Ultra Glaco on it. No problem. But the BH doesn’t add any protection. If you want something to boost the protection once in a while, then you can use the Soft99 De Cleaner.
Bonjour Pan, Qu’apporte t’il de différent de l’IPA Shine stp ? Ce produit a l’air vraiment génial mais on dirait que cela ressemble à l’IPA ? Qu’en penses tu ? Merci pour toutes tes vidéos et encore plus celle en français 😊
Always enjoy your videos.👌 I've got a thing about ultra clean glass, whether that be car or home. The only way I've found to "scratch that itch" is to clean with a cleaner (ONR or glass cleaner), then follow up with a 50:50 IPA:DI water mix to remove the cleaner.
Thanks for showing this. I think for the worst case scenario it worked pretty good. I would never clean glass without washing first. Scratch the shit out of the glass doing that. Do you know of any products that act like a coating or protectant for interior tinted windows? Thank you!!!
Exactly. You would always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the end of the wash process. I wouldn’t use any hydrophobic treatment on the interior glass as with moisture that could cause issues with water dripping from the glass to your dash. The trick with interior glass, especially with the interior part of the windshield, is to degrease the glass before using a glass cleaner. See my popular video here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=PWaqFBy02pr4Ehj8
Nice video and great tests. As a finishing glass cleaner how does this compare to Stoner? Feel, amount of work, re-wipes to take care of streaks? I may wait until your 2024 awards to decide if I want to give this a try. I have been more than a little disappointed with some of the newer products coming to market lately.
Good stuff Pan! I'm an Invisible Glass man myself. Might have to give Bilt Hamber a try regardless. I was wondering if you've tried Stoner's ceramic version?
@@PanTheOrganizer I saw it the other day browsing detailing products as we do. I'm picking it up my next restock round and I'll let you know how it works. Be well ✌🏼
Maguires glass cleaner in a trigger sprayer is really great on a dirty window. One of the best for extremely dirty windows but for finishing the stoner or sprayway are great. I think bh will give a better glide though. Great video and demonstration. Was wondering if you have recommendations for anti-fogging on interior windows?
The best tip is to first properly degrease the interior of the windshield. See my popular tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=URb6d1wItsQOjMc7 Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
I'd never try to clean filthy glass with a glass cleaner and I do not see much point in doing so. To my eyes both did a bad job in leaving the glass in a satisfactory condition. Personally I'd rather see a side by side comparison AFTER first washing the car and glass. YES, glass cleaners are really a finisher and I think that is the best way to show how they work and compare. I love your channel Pan, my apologies if my comment is on the negative side but it is my honest feedback. Cheers.
I fully agree with you. You would never clean dirty glass. You'd wash the car first. I only did that extreme case scenario for those who would comment "but can you show how it does on dirty glass?" which I find ridiculous, as nobody should do that... As a glass cleaner, it's the best I have tried so far. Nothing comes close in my opinion.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thankyou for your reply, Pan. FWIW, I trust your opinion and I have no reason to doubt the product is as you say. As I am an antipodean dweller I'm not sure it is yet downunder but I will purchase it the moment it is. Cheers.
So I have had my truck detailed a couple times and there are water spots on my windows that I have been told are from acid rain and won't come out. I am not sure if you have come across this and have a trick to clean them and get rid of the water spots. Thanks
Try DIY detail water spot remover. Could just be from washing and detailing with regular water like most of us do, then it got water spots and those spots then sat in the sun. My outer windshield has water spots too
I see many hating glass cleaners. Well why not just try it? I bought the touch-less and im very pleased. Literary one of the best. And it smells like pears for a day and sometimes 2 days. I heard from John that the new formulation has less smell.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan theres an enthusiast line of products from Polish Angel im waiting many years to see your reaction and opinions on theyr line of products.
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It does sound better but not sure the extra expense is worth it. The test at the end was impressive but it was not as good in the unwashed window test (more streaking). As always, nice presentation, Pan.
You would never clean dirty glass. You'd wash the car first. I only did that extreme case scenario for those who would comment "but can you show how it does on dirty glass?" which I find ridiculous, as nobody should do that... As a glass cleaner, it's the best I have tried so far. Nothing comes close in my opinion.
Hey Pan! Cool video, btw! I think that neither dirty window came out clean, but in fairness, they weren't clean to start with. That said, the Invisible Glass side looked cleaner to me after you wiped it 2x. I can appreciate the offerings of the Bilt Hamber cleaner, but for the money, Invisible Glass is STILL king in my book for glass cleaners. Admittedly, I haven't purchased ANY imported car detailing products (CarPro, Gyeon, Bilt Hamber, etc.,) to compare them to their domestic counterparts. May eventually, but will stick with what I can afford that does a good job for now. Thanks for posting!!
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Always wash your car first. And use water spot removers if you have water spots. Appropriate products for a given task. If you wash your car regularly, you shouldn’t have water spotting problems.
It definitely would make cleaning less troublesome. Get the job done. Thanks for the presentation. How does it work to get bug grime of the windshield?
It's the best glass cleaner I have ever tested. But on a normal car wash, always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the very end of the wash process, as one should. So if you have tons of bug guts, use a bug remover, pre-wash, wash, and then use the glass cleaner at the end. It should leave crystal clear glass.
@PanTheOrganizer thank you. I purchased two bottles from carzilla using the link you provided. One for me and a gift for my bil. Who loves detailing his own vehicles.
If I was doing this as a business then I’d probably be pinching pennies but since I do it for personal/hobby purposes I have to get the best. Of all the products I’ve tried this thing is impressive, magic like Harry Potter stuff.
It was just so so but if i was hit with a bunch of sharpies though :)... but I currently use "invisible Glass" and have finally been able to get that ( whatever you call it streaking/smearing ) after you finished for both of them completely gone but it took a few weird steps to make it happen. 1) pre wash i use the "invisible Glass" and a magic eraser and scrub the surface so i get all the crap off and the wipe with a fresh waffle weave towel. 2) i use Adams Brilliant Glaze with a waffle sponge applicator on the whole window and let the whole thing sit until dry . 3) use a fresh short nap microfiber to take off the Adams Brilliant Glaze. 4) wash the car as normal. 5) when drying the car i never touch the front window again i just use my eGo blower on the front window and it's perfect... and i only call it perfect because i can pull out the driveway and directly into the sun and it's absolutely streak free... I know it sounds strange but it's the only way I've been able to have the wife say "that looks amazing" ... weird i know but happy wife happy life
I work in the glass industry... using the magic eraser works well, but you can also just use a block of Styrofoam. Just grab a brink out of a package and try it. The simple cheap white stuff. You can wipe a sharpie right off and it does a great job cleaning the glass along with something like invisible glass spray.
When I bought my bottle ages ago, it came with two microfiber towels from Bilt Hamber, a waffle weave towel and a suede towel. The complete system works brilliantly. The smell is like Pear drop sweets. It's OK, the version 2 which was released a few months ago has less scent as it was pretty potent and over powering. Note, do not spray into lacquer wood- it will strip the lacquer designed for wooden furniture clean off 😇
What are you having problems with? The clean and reach tool by Stoners followed by a waffle weave towel works everytime for me. Less is more when using glass cleaners. Let the microfiber bonnet do the work. I wash my glass towels separately from other towels. Less pressure works better on glass because it has no pores and can't be penatrated. Everything is exactly on the surface. Less product less pressure. 90% of interior front glass funk is from the blower vents (oils, pcbs, and moisture).
There are tricks you need to do BEFORE using a glass cleaner on the interior of your windshield. See my popular tutorial on getting a crystal clear windshield here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cA5CS2eOsvnSD-Y6
Just throwing this out there. If you for whatever reason need to just clean the outside glass without washing the exterior, spray your cleaner on the glass, then use a magic eraser, then use the 2 towel method. It works wonders
Ppl in the comments saying they both did bad on a dirty car, it’s not meant to be used on a dirty surface!!! Hands down Stoners is the best glass cleaner. Is it runny sure but not awful, no product is perfect. Great vid Pan.
Thanks! You restored my faith in humanity hehe. You understood the video. Of course you’d always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the end, for the finishing touches as it’s meant to be, and as I always show in the videos where I fully detail cars. 👍🏻
@@PanTheOrganizer exactly 😂, but I’m sticking with stoners until I feel someone else is number one, don’t see it happening for a very long time…wld be great if u can make a video on what to do with someone scratches paint onto ur car door and how to safely get it off without going into the danger zone of taking it to a body shop, if u haven’t guessed, yes tht recently happened to me haha thank god my car is ok
Hi Pan. My comment was removed or something. Did you use Sonax Clear Glass, which also has the surfactants? If yes, how does it compare to Built Hamber?
I didn’t see your other comment. Did you use a link? Often, TH-cam removes comments that have links in them if you’re not the owner of the TH-cam page. I haven’t used the product you mentioned.
@@PanTheOrganizer No, I didn’t use the link, but I mentioned Sonax and Canadian Tire, where it is readily available 🤷♂️ Sonax has been using the surfactant in their Clear Glass for a while, which definitely helps with bug removal (from my experience). So Bilt Hamber is not unique from that perspective. And high lubricity is not necessarily a good thing for glass cleaning, for screens - yes, but not for glass. You should give Sonax a try before you declare 2024 winners 🙂 By the way, the Glass Cleaner from Chemical Guys does not have alcohols at all, it would be interesting to see how it stacks up against others.
I wouldn't use it on such an amount of dirt as that, but as you say, wash the car first. I've used the Trace Less for a a few months now and it's by far the best glass cleaner I've use to date.
You would always start by degreasing the interior of the windshield first, before using the glass cleaner. That will get you crystal clear glass. See my popular tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Eez7bdEK6H0hclxi
Interesting test. I think that the pump sprayer version of Invisible would be a more accurate comparison. As for the sharpie, I suspect the BH would impact the durability of a glass coating too, which would not be desirable.
It doesn’t impact a glass coating. I have a glass coating on both our vehicles and use BH often. Zero change in hydrophobic properties. Pete Hamber (owner and chemist) confirmed that it’s totally safe on coated cars. Coatings have a very high resistance to chemicals.
Really interesting, looks like a great product. My only concern is how it could affect after market tints because of the alcohol content...but otherwise it's great. Thank you.
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Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/3QRLIlx
Glass towel: amzn.to/43glihW
🇨🇦 For people in Canada:
Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/4bU2Hfy
Glass towel: amzn.to/3TgpPN1
🇬🇧 For people in the UK:
Bilt Hamber Trace-Less glass cleaner: bit.ly/439LhYJ
Glass towel: amzn.to/3Tw1V17
Watch more of my videos below:
✅ Best glass cleaners: th-cam.com/video/bCe5QYQAvsY/w-d-xo.html
✅ How to clean car windows: th-cam.com/video/d9T5rW-UP2E/w-d-xo.html
✅ How to clean the inside of your windshield: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for showing the whole vids with the dirt still on the window and pans, reflects your integrity.
I’ve personally have given away my multiple bottles of Stoner Glass Cleaner because I’ve found that most of the Rinseless washes do a good or better job than Stoner. And it’s one less speciality bottle I have to keep track of it. The trick is using a sponge to wipe the glass with the rinseless solution so it traps some of the dirt first. And then wipe it down with a good drying towel leaves me happy.
Nothing beats a rinseless wash for cleaning windows. Cheap and effective. Hero and Absolute do an amazing job.
This is my method too 😊
@@livinthedublife what’s the name of the rinseless wash?
Is this better than using rinseless wash and waffle weave? This works for me when doing Mobile detailing.
Hi Pan I live in Scotland in the UK and have tried many glass cleaners. My go to was Stoners however this glass cleaner from BH is better by far. The surfactants cleans the glass super clean and it evaporates to a crystal clean finish.
Yup. The BH Trace-Less is the best glass cleaner I have ever tested so far!
Thx Pan for this test.
You can lift the rear wiper by first gently lifting the little plastic part on the left.
I will stick to Stoner because of the price.
As mentioned in one of your videos these are finishing products.
Thanks for the tip!
Super video Pan. I've been a long-time user of Stoner's Invisible Glass and love the fact that it's very inexpensive and can be purchased at just about any store that I shop in. Although the Bilt Hamber product looks to be superior to Invisible Glass, the very high cost will keep me from purchasing it. Keep up the awesome work.
Keep in mind it's a big 1L bottle, so you actually get good value compared to standard 16 oz bottles on the market. And for performance, it's the best glass cleaners I have tested.
@@PanTheOrganizer I realize that, but $25 plus shipping? Invisible Glass is less than $5 for a 22 ounce bottle at Walmart.
Yeah it's pricey for sure. In the UK they get the best deal for this, as it's made there.
Thanks for the test Pan! I currently use the Invisible Glass Cleaner (trigger spryer version), and it’s much less expensive per ounce ($6.99/US for 22oz, compared to $18.50/US for 1L/33.8 oz). And it works very well for me. :)
$4 and change at walmart
I've loved Trace-less so far! I'm definatly going to buy more as my go-to window cleaner. I've not experienced any streaking and the wetting from Trace-less is amazing.
Trace-Less is so good!
I am currently using this glass cleaner and have found it works just like shown today. I never would have washed dirty windows with it first.
If you use it as it's supposed to, meaning after you wash your car, it is the best glass cleaner I have tested. The extreme case dirty glass cleaning, which one should never do, was just to answer to those who always have questions like "but how would it do on dirty glass?" lol
Just ordered a litre from Carzilla. It’s suppose to turn up here on the 18th. Jon from Forensic Detailing is a big fan of the Bilt Hamber product line and he loves this product. I am looking forward to hopefully finding a glass cleaner that truly does the job. Thanks for this Pan. This gave me confidence in my purchase. Till the next one. 👍🏻
It’s the best glass cleaner I have tested. You will love it! I hope you’re doing well Wayne!
Just a follow up. Received my bottle of Trace Less and put it to work. I wasn’t disappointed. I have been using CarPro’s Clarify for several years and I was certainly content with the results it produced. But this is just so much more effective. The single issue that convinced me was the way it cleaned the inside of the windshield. My only tip or advice is not to overspray the product. You do not need a lot of product. I have found my new glass cleaner. 👍🏻👍🏻
This is a great answer for glass, especially the inside windshield. Even the best, like the stoner I use, takes some effort to finish streak free. In the US, Traceless is on a preorder. I’ll give it a try.
For the interior of the windshield, it’s always best to degrease first, and then finish with a glass cleaner.
See my tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=69GmzqVdz9n9mCJv
I use Nil Glass, a fairly inexpensive glass cleaner product, a spray bottle, from off Amazon. I’m happy with the results. I suspect the key point is the quality of the drying cloth.
I really enjoyed the testing you showed along with the real world results. When I got back into detailing glass was giving me fits and you are the one who explained glsss cleaners are finishers and not cleaners. Hopefully there will be more videos coming out where you use your background in chemistry to educate me. Thank you!
Thanks Neil! And yes, glass cleaners are finishers. Always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaners at the end of the wash process for the final crystal clear touch.
Hi Pan, what's it like on the inside? How does it affect the dash? Can it be used as a quick interior wipe down?
Thanks!
This is only for glass surfaces. Works great on interior glass and tinted film too.
Great video! It seemed like the dirty window had less film when cleaned with Stoners, but I've always found Traceless to be impressive ever since I first used it. However, Stoners has definitely piqued my interest. Then the marker test was finding out the woman you love had no debt when you married her and better credit *UNICORN*
Thanks bro! Trace-Less is the best glass cleaners I have ever tested so far. It's wild.
@@PanTheOrganizer ya it is chefs kiss 😘
@@Ecdetails🤔
@@whitsundaydreaming you ever tried it been using bilt and angelwax in my business, doing Gods work
May seem a stupid question, but could this be used as a surface prep prior to coatings? Seems the ingredients are similar to the ones used in Surface Preps.
Also great that it evaporates, unsure if its safe on paint but could be a cheap alternative!
I wouldn't recommend that. Use dedicated paint prep sprays when it comes to coating prep. And it's always recommended to use the same coating prep spray as the coating brand you are applying if possible.
@@PanTheOrganizerWhat are your thoughts on the CMS panel prep? I purchased DIY Detail products for ceramic coating my car but failed to add their panel prep to the order. The cost of DIY panel prep plus shipping costs is double the cost of the CMS product. I have the DIY: 3 yr coating, iron remover, gold standard polish and pad.
What is CMS?
I admit I am a bit obsessive when it comes to clean windows in my car and house. With Spray Away I have cleaned my house windows outside at -20F using a hairdryer. I purchased the Ammo Obey glass cleaner and used it for the first time this week. Wow!!!! My windows are unbelievably clear and streak free. I think Obey would work in the cold because it is like a dry glaze before you do the microfiber wipe. I can’t wait to order Traceless. It looks more like a traditional “wet” glass cleaner vs Obey feeling like a wax feel. It’s below freezing now, so I have the hairdryer ready! (My car windows get washed in the warm garage.)
is it ok to use any type of ceramic spray or is it better to stick with one type ?
I don't understand your question. This is a glass cleaner video, and you're talking about a ceramic spray? What ceramic spray?
I love both Touch-Less and Trace-Less, for me the best place I have found for the new Trace-Less is the inside of my windscreen, I am a vaper in the car and it has always been a tricky substance to remove from glass but, my word Trace-Less has made that such an easy task now, absolute game changer for me.
Thanks for sharing!
My local motor factors, Auto Parts, sells a good range of detailing products snd recently moved in the BH Range but the 1 litre bottle of traceless doesnt have a trigger head on it ... Not sure if they supply it once purchased
Thank you Pan for keeping us in the loop of the latest very good products out there !
You bet Frank! 💪🏻
So unless i missed it in video, is this safe on tinted windows? I didn't remember hearing that it was or wasn't. Thanks.
Yes it’s safe.
Thanks for sharing Pan. 👍 I have been using DIY rinseless wash on windows lately with great success. Sonax glass cleaner had been my go to for years (another great product but a little pricey). I have also been machine polishing the exterior of the windows with a Euro 50/50 pad which brings epic results. 🌟 Blessings from USA - GGG😎
Yeah the DIY rinseless wash is so versatile in use. But for a glass cleaner, the BH is the best I have ever tested.
Hello Pan ! I have a question - how does it compare to CarPro Clarify ? I find clarify to be best and fastest glass cleaner so Im curious. Thanks for the great video 😊
BH is the best glass cleaner I have tested so far.
Would this clean dried water spots on the windows? as I am currently using white vinegar as a glass cleaner
Yes, but as long as the water spots haven't started to etch through the glass. If this glass cleaner doesn't remove them, you have to use something a bit stronger like this popular glass stripper: amzn.to/3AQiaPJ
And if that still doesn't work, you know it's time to machine polish the glass.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks Pan
Wow that was an awesome demonstration of a cool glass cleaner. I jist wanted to tell you your an amazing TH-camr and if it weren’t for your expert knowledge and willingness to share, I’d be lost buddy. Thank you thank you thank you thank you!
Thanks Robert, I appreciate the kind words and show of support.
Do you know when this product or any Bilt Hamber is going to be available in the USA? The link you placed says early summer 2024 and that timeframe is already passed. The Bilt website won’t ship hazmat to America and so I don’t have any way to buy this.
I don’t have that information unfortunately.
@@PanTheOrganizer thank you. I actually found the Bilt Hamber products on Carzilla for anyone else in the USA that would like to order from a site that has it.
Hey Pan. Quick question is it bad to keep my detailing stuff out in the garage in this summer heat. It’s 30 + degrees here in Canada Right now I keep it in my basement. Was and keep hauling everything up to the garage every week when I need it to use it. I would like to just keep it in the garage if the heat wont damage the product. It feels way too hot in there I think
30C is up there with the limits of storing products for sure. 35C is usually the highest temperature. Beyond that the products can start going bad. The solution is to have a heat pump like I have in my garage. I can keep my garage at a steady 20C year round, winter and summer.
Tried lots of glass cleaners and this is my go to now, love it, I even used it in the house
It's the best glass cleaner I have tested so far, for sure. Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on TH-cam as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 145 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
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Could you do a video on cleaning the underside of the car, i have coilovers and they’re really dirty and i’m not sure what products or equipment is safe to use on them, and is there any areas i should be careful around
My video for cleaning the undercarriage: th-cam.com/video/2fOEaNOGTFI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6vgeTMJ9rr5BwC2l
My video for a wheels off detail, so you can clean the brake and suspension parts: th-cam.com/video/3LCQ0g589pM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=k_kYpDd9IGE6F7OU
Any time you are searching for a topic, just go to the TH-cam search bar, type your topic and add "Pan The Organizer" at the end. For example, "How to clean the undercarriage of a car Pan The Organizer" and you would have easily found the video. ;)
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This would be an excellent panel prep. The evaporation of the surfactants is key to any panel prep
Pan,
I’m huge fan of your shows. You, DIY, and Josh are all excellent. But on this demo I thought you should have flipped the microfiber towel sooner. You were rubbing a dirty towel into the glass. I have been using Stoner invisible, glass cleaner for the last year and I love the product. The Bilt Hamber product is also great. But considering the cost difference, I’ll stay with Stoner. Keep doing what do. You’re very good at what you do👍👏👌
Hi Pan, awesome video again thx. I have been using this product for a while now & I absolutely love it both inside & out. Here in Belgium the weather is fickle & I seem to be cleaning my windows on a weekly basis due to the odd downpour followed by dry dusty day but with Traceless it’s a breeze.
I mainly do a regular clean with Traceless then sometimes an extra clean with Soft 99 maintenance window cleaner to add extra hygroscopic properties.
Keep going with your incredible video, advice & knowledge, we greatly appreciate it.
Mark
Thanks Mark! I appreciate the feedback.
At last! I've been waiting for you to revue the Trace-Less as I've heard good reports about it. So thanks, Pan, you've convinced me.
It’s the best glass cleaner I have tested for sure.
I really like Koch Chemie Glass Cleaner, but would love to give Traceless a try!
I’d like to know how this cleaner does on the interior of the windshield. If it’s better at not leaving residue or steaks.
Always degrease the interior of the windshield first, with a dishwashing liquid first. And finish with the glass cleaner.
See my tutorial on that topic here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Wg07IrZ2_0mwsd5B
This product seems so powerful. Wondering if it can remove the windshield wiper mark. 🤔
Can i use this for the interior glass as well for the exterior or is recommended only for the exterior? Is this better than the Koch Chemie Speed Glass Cleaner?
Interior and exterior yes
I use both the koch chemie speed and bh glass cleaners they are both very good I find kc speed very good at removing bugs from the windscreen they're very close in performance imo
@@PanTheOrganizerthank you!
Pan - I’m curious, I’ve been using a rinseless dampened towel to clean glass (interior and exterior) and it seems far better and easier than any glass cleaner I’ve tried. Even on a clean car. I currently have Koch-Chemie Gc and I’ve used it as a finisher but it doesn’t really seem to do anything as a finisher as the rinseless did all the work already. I’d love your opinion on if I’m missing something or why you like this better than using just rinseless? Thanks for your time! 😊
A rinseless wash is a great alternative as long as it’s one that doesn’t leave anything behind. So if people are unsure about their rinseless wash, a glass cleaner is a better option.
But yes a good rinseless wash line DIY Detail or Armour Detail Supply Hero is great for glass. Which one do you use ?
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the reply! I use DIY Detail and love it. But was also curious if I was missing something by not using a dedicated finisher as I’m pretty new at all this. 🙂
Yep. Ordered it from OG. Hadn't got here yet still on ze boat.
Enjoy!
what is the best windshield washer fluid out there?(pre-mixed or concentrate) Thanks!
tinyurl.com/yucxr82v
@@PanTheOrganizer THANKS! Forgot to ask. Is this Angelwax washer concentrate safe to use in a heated washer reservoir? The reservoir in my car is heated through a coil from the engine coolant. Getting up to around 160 degrees usually, even in the summer.
You’d have to ask Angelwax.
Does the Bill Hamber glass cleaner do well with removing the oily off-gas film on the interior side of the car glass?
Yes, much better than pretty much all glass cleaners. But I still find it best practice to degrease the interior of the windshield with a dishwashing liquid first, and then finish with the glass cleaner. Like in my tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=hSCtFYVt0xbFEz3c
Great (and honest) video. If you ask me, BOTH sides are very streaky. So, why spend 4x the cost for a product when a less expensive product will do.
You wouldn’t normally use a glass cleaner on a dirty car. You wash the car first, and finish with glass cleaning. ;)
Thanks for the video Pan. Good comparison, but the Bilt Hamber comes out too expensive here in Québec.
Could you compare the new DIY Detail Rinseless V2 to the P&S Absolute in one of your next videos? (Like for a maintenance wash on the exterior and for interior cleaning as well)
I've been using 50/50 IPA/DI water with good success. If it's super dirty then I'd hit it first with the Stoner and then after with the 50/50 mix.
Awesome video as always Pan! I use sprayway glass cleaner myself. What are your thoughts on SprayWay?
I haven't used it yet.
please test this on a coated windshield. Rain x or Glaco or whichever is the most widely available. i just want to see if it will destroy the coating or if it will have streaks. coz we all know invi glass is tough to beat.
My cars always have a glass coating and I use this glass cleaner all the time. Zero issues.
I'm confused. When it rains, will this cleaner keep my glass spot free and for how long?
This is just a cleaner. Not a glass sealant.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thank you very much for your reply. What glass sealant repels water drops best? Is "Peonly" Glass Cleaner any good?
I prefer to use a dedicated glass coating which lasts much longer compared to 2-in-1 type “cleaner + protection”.
See my video on one of my favourite glass coatings that can last up to one year here: th-cam.com/video/usdM-TrT7fg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=22BQclDv69-l0r7H
@@PanTheOrganizer You're awesome. Thank you very much. I'm excited to watch....
I find Sprayway "Foaming" glass cleaner to be a great performer for the money! Even when cleaning just the dirty windows, with a clean microfiber cloth, it doesn't leave as much mess.
Maybe your windshield got treated to something especially tenacious and smeary? 🤔😁
I appreciate the beneficial properties of the Surfactant!
A good surfactant can literally lift, capture and remove the contaminants from the surface!
Mike in San Diego. 🌞🎸🚀🖖
Interesting test with the sharpie, but one i'd really like to see is how these glass cleaners work on something more oily. I was using solutions trim, restore black and accidentally got some on one of the car windows. Between water, dry cloths, and IPA, it still took me 10 or 15 minutes to clean off. It would be great if these glass cleaners would help in that scenario
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The best way I've found to clean somewhat dirty glass is with a small squeegee. They sell small automotive one's in Amazon. You don't get the streaking because you're not rubbing the product and grime around
Pan. I understand your point of not using this product to clean glass that is that contaminated. However in the real world things don’t always work out perfectly. I don’t always have the time to fully wash my vehicle just to get the windshield clean. I would like your advice on what products and techniques to use to clean just the windshield before using the glass cleaner. Thanks and I always enjoy your videos.
This is still the best glass cleaner I have ever tested. Period.
I totally enjoy every video you post, and I have learned many new techniques from your videos. Thanks for this. Just one favor … please change your opening music to something we all understand! Thanks Pan!
Thanks Joe! However, I won’t change the intro music as it’s iconic to my channel and the vast majority of my viewers love it. It’s impossible to please everyone as you know.
Also, the beginning of the song aren’t words we can understand. It’s just the ending that says “Now look at me” which I find appropriate for my channel as it’s like if the car you just detailed looks at you and asks you to look at its cleanliness and gloss.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks for the reply, Pan. I understand that tune is what everyone associates with your channel, and of course that is tough to give up.
Please keep your excellent videos coming … I check every day for a new presentation of a product your debuting. I’ve spent more money on products you endorse then I’ll ever be able to use up!
Thanks again!
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This sounds like a game changer Pan. I was blown away after using Stoner Glass Cleaner for the first time with Rag Company waffle weave towels. I'm eager to see the difference with this new product though.
BH is the best glass cleaner I have tested so far.
Pan, I saw in another reply that it’s safe to use on coated glass. I assumed you were referring to a ceramic coated window. Just to confirm, would this be a better cleaner to use for maintenance after a car wash on windows coated with Soft99 Glaco Ultra? I’m asking because I was about to order the Soft99 Glaco de Cleaner and I am wondering if this Bilt Hamber Traceless window cleaner is a superior product, keeping in mind that Soft99 claims that its Glaco de Cleaner not only cleans but also adds a layer of Glaco lite coating.
Essentially I’m looking for the best window cleaner to maintain (and potentially extend) the longevity of a window coated with Glaco Ultra.
Thank you Pan!👍
It’s the best glass cleaner period. And yes it’s safe on coated glass. My girlfriend’s windshield has Ultra Glaco on it. No problem.
But the BH doesn’t add any protection. If you want something to boost the protection once in a while, then you can use the Soft99 De Cleaner.
Bonjour Pan,
Qu’apporte t’il de différent de l’IPA Shine stp ?
Ce produit a l’air vraiment génial mais on dirait que cela ressemble à l’IPA ?
Qu’en penses tu ?
Merci pour toutes tes vidéos et encore plus celle en français 😊
Por lejos los mejores productos para limpiar y hacer detailing en el auto
I stocked up on invisible glass 😮let’s see what you got. How is it on tint?
It's the best glass cleaner I have tested so far.
DIY detail rinseless wash in a spray bottle is the best thing,all I use on glass now
Is it tint safe?
Yes
Always enjoy your videos.👌 I've got a thing about ultra clean glass, whether that be car or home. The only way I've found to "scratch that itch" is to clean with a cleaner (ONR or glass cleaner), then follow up with a 50:50 IPA:DI water mix to remove the cleaner.
Thanks for sharing!
can the trace-less be used on tinted windows?
Yes
Thanks for showing this. I think for the worst case scenario it worked pretty good. I would never clean glass without washing first. Scratch the shit out of the glass doing that. Do you know of any products that act like a coating or protectant for interior tinted windows? Thank you!!!
Exactly. You would always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the end of the wash process.
I wouldn’t use any hydrophobic treatment on the interior glass as with moisture that could cause issues with water dripping from the glass to your dash.
The trick with interior glass, especially with the interior part of the windshield, is to degrease the glass before using a glass cleaner. See my popular video here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=PWaqFBy02pr4Ehj8
@@PanTheOrganizer awesome! I will check that video out. Thank you again!!!
I just watched. Great easy tip on that. Thank you! Is that method safe for tint? The top of my windshield and all of my other windows are tinted
Yes you can also clean tint with dish soap. Tint installers actually often use a soapy solution as a lubricant when applying tint film. ;)
Not surprised with your test ,Been using Traceless for a few months , best glass cleaner on the market!
Yeah I agree. Best I have ever tested so far.
Safe for window tint?
Yes
Best glass cleaner available. Genuine game changer. Bilt Hamber Baby!!
I fully agree!
Nice video and great tests. As a finishing glass cleaner how does this compare to Stoner? Feel, amount of work, re-wipes to take care of streaks? I may wait until your 2024 awards to decide if I want to give this a try. I have been more than a little disappointed with some of the newer products coming to market lately.
It's the best glass cleaner I have ever tested.
This looks like a game changer!
It's pretty amazing!
Good stuff Pan! I'm an Invisible Glass man myself. Might have to give Bilt Hamber a try regardless. I was wondering if you've tried Stoner's ceramic version?
I haven’t
@@PanTheOrganizer I saw it the other day browsing detailing products as we do. I'm picking it up my next restock round and I'll let you know how it works. Be well ✌🏼
Maguires glass cleaner in a trigger sprayer is really great on a dirty window. One of the best for extremely dirty windows but for finishing the stoner or sprayway are great. I think bh will give a better glide though. Great video and demonstration. Was wondering if you have recommendations for anti-fogging on interior windows?
The best tip is to first properly degrease the interior of the windshield. See my popular tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=URb6d1wItsQOjMc7
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I'd never try to clean filthy glass with a glass cleaner and I do not see much point in doing so. To my eyes both did a bad job in leaving the glass in a satisfactory condition. Personally I'd rather see a side by side comparison AFTER first washing the car and glass. YES, glass cleaners are really a finisher and I think that is the best way to show how they work and compare. I love your channel Pan, my apologies if my comment is on the negative side but it is my honest feedback. Cheers.
I fully agree with you. You would never clean dirty glass. You'd wash the car first. I only did that extreme case scenario for those who would comment "but can you show how it does on dirty glass?" which I find ridiculous, as nobody should do that...
As a glass cleaner, it's the best I have tried so far. Nothing comes close in my opinion.
Couldn’t agree more.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thankyou for your reply, Pan. FWIW, I trust your opinion and I have no reason to doubt the product is as you say. As I am an antipodean dweller I'm not sure it is yet downunder but I will purchase it the moment it is. Cheers.
So I have had my truck detailed a couple times and there are water spots on my windows that I have been told are from acid rain and won't come out. I am not sure if you have come across this and have a trick to clean them and get rid of the water spots.
Thanks
Try DIY detail water spot remover. Could just be from washing and detailing with regular water like most of us do, then it got water spots and those spots then sat in the sun. My outer windshield has water spots too
I see many hating glass cleaners. Well why not just try it?
I bought the touch-less and im very pleased. Literary one of the best. And it smells like pears for a day and sometimes 2 days.
I heard from John that the new formulation has less smell.
Trace-Less is the best glass cleaner I have tested so far, for sure.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan theres an enthusiast line of products from Polish Angel im waiting many years to see your reaction and opinions on theyr line of products.
Yeah I have used some Polish Angel products in the past. Very niche due to their eye watering prices hehe. If I get enough viewer requests for a brand review, I’ll look into it.
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It does sound better but not sure the extra expense is worth it. The test at the end was impressive but it was not as good in the unwashed window test (more streaking). As always, nice presentation, Pan.
You would never clean dirty glass. You'd wash the car first. I only did that extreme case scenario for those who would comment "but can you show how it does on dirty glass?" which I find ridiculous, as nobody should do that...
As a glass cleaner, it's the best I have tried so far. Nothing comes close in my opinion.
Is it safe for tinted windows?
Yes.
I do say my favorite is Sprayway
I look forward to the Best of 2024 video. So many good products released.
This Bilt Hamber glass cleaner would most likely take first place for glass cleaner of the year.
Hey Pan! Cool video, btw! I think that neither dirty window came out clean, but in fairness, they weren't clean to start with. That said, the Invisible Glass side looked cleaner to me after you wiped it 2x. I can appreciate the offerings of the Bilt Hamber cleaner, but for the money, Invisible Glass is STILL king in my book for glass cleaners. Admittedly, I haven't purchased ANY imported car detailing products (CarPro, Gyeon, Bilt Hamber, etc.,) to compare them to their domestic counterparts. May eventually, but will stick with what I can afford that does a good job for now. Thanks for posting!!
Thanks for watching! And yes, you'd always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the very end.
Perfect, valuable presentation.
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Can you comment on its ability to remove water spots in their early stages? Before etching I mean.
Always wash your car first. And use water spot removers if you have water spots. Appropriate products for a given task.
If you wash your car regularly, you shouldn’t have water spotting problems.
Try Bilt Hamber Surfex-HD 5L £18.95 to clean wheel , it is very good
It definitely would make cleaning less troublesome. Get the job done. Thanks for the presentation. How does it work to get bug grime of the windshield?
It's the best glass cleaner I have ever tested. But on a normal car wash, always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the very end of the wash process, as one should. So if you have tons of bug guts, use a bug remover, pre-wash, wash, and then use the glass cleaner at the end. It should leave crystal clear glass.
@PanTheOrganizer thank you. I purchased two bottles from carzilla using the link you provided. One for me and a gift for my bil. Who loves detailing his own vehicles.
Thanks for helping to support my channel! I appreciate it.
To remove streaking make a bottle of 50-50 iso and distilled water, humidity in the building affects this as well.
If I was doing this as a business then I’d probably be pinching pennies but since I do it for personal/hobby purposes I have to get the best. Of all the products I’ve tried this thing is impressive, magic like Harry Potter stuff.
I agree. Best glass cleaner I have tested so far.
It was just so so but if i was hit with a bunch of sharpies though :)... but I currently use "invisible Glass" and have finally been able to get that ( whatever you call it streaking/smearing ) after you finished for both of them completely gone but it took a few weird steps to make it happen.
1) pre wash i use the "invisible Glass" and a magic eraser and scrub the surface so i get all the crap off and the wipe with a fresh waffle weave towel.
2) i use Adams Brilliant Glaze with a waffle sponge applicator on the whole window and let the whole thing sit until dry .
3) use a fresh short nap microfiber to take off the Adams Brilliant Glaze.
4) wash the car as normal.
5) when drying the car i never touch the front window again i just use my eGo blower on the front window and it's perfect... and i only call it perfect because i can pull out the driveway and directly into the sun and it's absolutely streak free... I know it sounds strange but it's the only way I've been able to have the wife say "that looks amazing" ... weird i know but happy wife happy life
I work in the glass industry... using the magic eraser works well, but you can also just use a block of Styrofoam. Just grab a brink out of a package and try it. The simple cheap white stuff. You can wipe a sharpie right off and it does a great job cleaning the glass along with something like invisible glass spray.
@@pirtatejoe I’ll give it a shot 👍🏻
You said this is safe for tinted windows? Are you sure because i don’t want to run the risk of discoloring the tint
Yes.
I’ll definitely have to try it pan …thanks for your honesty!
Thanks for watching!
Best glass cleaner I've used. I get pear as the scent.
Yup it’s the best
When I bought my bottle ages ago, it came with two microfiber towels from Bilt Hamber, a waffle weave towel and a suede towel. The complete system works brilliantly. The smell is like Pear drop sweets. It's OK, the version 2 which was released a few months ago has less scent as it was pretty potent and over powering. Note, do not spray into lacquer wood- it will strip the lacquer designed for wooden furniture clean off 😇
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I just can't clean my interior front glass, I've got high hopes for this one cos of the brand's reputation, thanks Pan😊
What are you having problems with? The clean and reach tool by Stoners followed by a waffle weave towel works everytime for me. Less is more when using glass cleaners. Let the microfiber bonnet do the work. I wash my glass towels separately from other towels. Less pressure works better on glass because it has no pores and can't be penatrated. Everything is exactly on the surface. Less product less pressure. 90% of interior front glass funk is from the blower vents (oils, pcbs, and moisture).
@@timkinley1779 definitely the fogging caused by the oils etc. I'll try the bonnet again, and use less pressure, fingers crossed 🤞🤞😊😊
There are tricks you need to do BEFORE using a glass cleaner on the interior of your windshield. See my popular tutorial on getting a crystal clear windshield here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cA5CS2eOsvnSD-Y6
Just throwing this out there. If you for whatever reason need to just clean the outside glass without washing the exterior, spray your cleaner on the glass, then use a magic eraser, then use the 2 towel method. It works wonders
Ppl in the comments saying they both did bad on a dirty car, it’s not meant to be used on a dirty surface!!! Hands down Stoners is the best glass cleaner. Is it runny sure but not awful, no product is perfect. Great vid Pan.
Thanks! You restored my faith in humanity hehe. You understood the video. Of course you’d always wash the car first, and use the glass cleaner at the end, for the finishing touches as it’s meant to be, and as I always show in the videos where I fully detail cars. 👍🏻
@@PanTheOrganizer exactly 😂, but I’m sticking with stoners until I feel someone else is number one, don’t see it happening for a very long time…wld be great if u can make a video on what to do with someone scratches paint onto ur car door and how to safely get it off without going into the danger zone of taking it to a body shop, if u haven’t guessed, yes tht recently happened to me haha thank god my car is ok
I can't see your car, but if it's just paint transfer, see this tutorial: th-cam.com/video/QlXSYhNeteE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=YuZLZvFyi3Z-xKVI
@@PanTheOrganizer really appreciate it as always pan 👏👏👍
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Hi Pan. My comment was removed or something. Did you use Sonax Clear Glass, which also has the surfactants? If yes, how does it compare to Built Hamber?
I didn’t see your other comment. Did you use a link? Often, TH-cam removes comments that have links in them if you’re not the owner of the TH-cam page. I haven’t used the product you mentioned.
@@PanTheOrganizer No, I didn’t use the link, but I mentioned Sonax and Canadian Tire, where it is readily available 🤷♂️ Sonax has been using the surfactant in their Clear Glass for a while, which definitely helps with bug removal (from my experience). So Bilt Hamber is not unique from that perspective. And high lubricity is not necessarily a good thing for glass cleaning, for screens - yes, but not for glass. You should give Sonax a try before you declare 2024 winners 🙂 By the way, the Glass Cleaner from Chemical Guys does not have alcohols at all, it would be interesting to see how it stacks up against others.
Can this be used on a windshield that has ceramic?
Yes absolutely.
I wouldn't use it on such an amount of dirt as that, but as you say, wash the car first. I've used the Trace Less for a a few months now and it's by far the best glass cleaner I've use to date.
Yup
What about the interior glass with a heavy off gas film? Always been a pain for me.
Great vids, love your stuff
You would always start by degreasing the interior of the windshield first, before using the glass cleaner. That will get you crystal clear glass.
See my popular tutorial here: th-cam.com/video/3rF6keJ88Y8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Eez7bdEK6H0hclxi
Interesting test. I think that the pump sprayer version of Invisible would be a more accurate comparison. As for the sharpie, I suspect the BH would impact the durability of a glass coating too, which would not be desirable.
It doesn’t impact a glass coating. I have a glass coating on both our vehicles and use BH often. Zero change in hydrophobic properties. Pete Hamber (owner and chemist) confirmed that it’s totally safe on coated cars.
Coatings have a very high resistance to chemicals.
Really interesting, looks like a great product. My only concern is how it could affect after market tints because of the alcohol content...but otherwise it's great. Thank you.
No worries on tints. It’s tint safe as it doesn’t contain ammonia. I have tinted windows on all our vehicles and use it all the time.
@@PanTheOrganizer That's great to know. Thank you. 👍
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