Easy way round the Autoglym bottle holding conundrum....loosen the trigger screw collar a few turns, rotate the trigger approx 30deg to the right or left if your southpaw and tighten back down. Fits the hand perfectly now 👍🏻
Love how the maguires got all the aesthetic and ease points and the autoglym got all the performance points. Did my car with the autoglym about two hours ago I thought it was easy enough to use.
After doing all the tests you have done, I feel revisiting the price point to give back the point to Autoglym, as if you need twice as much to make as hydrophobic and it doesnt last as long then your use more product making megs a more expensive product overall. Just a thought and great video john keep up the good work.
Interesting point: i think it's good to compare products based on price per mL, and also based on amount of product needed or used. Some product need to be layered thicc and some might require only a mist per panel. But it becomes more difficult to quantify this part. In the end, i think it's just two different products with different goals. Meg cer detailer seems to be a good drying aid on a ceramic coating (from experience of different youtuber) and a decent (but much expensive) quick detailer with added ceramic. Autoglym looks more like a standalone protection for a couple of months, or a topper for the autoglym cer coating.
I bought the AutoGlym product on back of this. Applied to my dry car which recently had a ceramic coating applied. Buffing product off was very easy, far easier than I thought. Left a great finish.
First time I use AG Rapid Ceramic spray blown away at both how quick and easy to apply it was and also the glass like finish it has left on my car. As a weekend warrior I love it. I used it after using AG Super Resin Polish and Extra Gloss Protection. Just to see if it would work despite it not actually bonding with the paintwork. It worked. Really slick smooth finish.
Yeah I bought this to put on after the same polish and thought I’d see what FD had to say - so glad he didn’t trash it like the polar snow foam (which is pretty sh*t lol)
Great review I’m currently using the Autoglym find it great and easy to apply. But still think the best spray on sealant I’ve use is SONAX polymer net shield 🛡
Great fun video Jon! Nice to see you having a good time! Very interesting & educational exposé of up-to-date products - thank you for your effort and imparting your knowledge to us! All the best, Rob
Wow Autoglym really smashed it in this one. From my experience the meguiars ceramic detailer works best as a top up for in between waxing. On its own it adds minimal protection that only lasts a week. But it worked great for reviving my old “dead” paste wax. Really easy to use and shiny as well. But will have to try that Autoglym next time
Late to the show but I use both for different purposes. Megs is great for adding some extra gloss and to remove any smears or fingerprints left over. The Autoglym is far more durable and seems to provide a wetter gloss to the paintwork IMO and I use it to boost ceramic coatings. Without sounding critical surely it would be better to compare Autoglym to megs hybrid ceramic wax as they are both the same category? Great video as usual 👍🏻
I went to the websites for both products and Meguiars basically describes theirs as cleaner with SiO2 added to enhance protection while Autoglym describes theirs as a ceramic spray that bonds to paint. I believe a better comparison would be use the Meguiars M27 Hybrid Ceramic Sealant vs the Autoglym Rapid Ceramic Spray.
I have used both. Megs is one of the best "detailers" i have used. Autoglym i think is a "spray Sealant". Rapid ceramic i think is a similar idea to quick wax...A thicker layer of megs may change the tests, especially durability gloss and waterbeading. Great video tho. Great to see logical thinking around testing products. its not all, "lets throw some apc at it"
I use the meguiars products because I could get them here in he USA. I’ve had good results with the ceramic spray product. I have found it to be a good ‘put it on your paint every so often after a wash’ product.
I have used Aqua Wax and now Rapid Ceramic Spray interchangeably on my car, just testing what's best for me. I have recently been hammered by salt spreader, and the sandy residue came off the paint without my intervention as soon as it rained, leaving the car fantastically clean. Now I don't know which of the 2 products did the trick.... However, Aqua Wax is much easier to apply on a wet car. The ceramic one did not feel like it was protecting the car that well (subjective) , and I felt like drying the car prior to application was the best way to go. This meant much, much more work ! I think I am going to stick to aqua wax for now, but considering hard wax at least once every 3 months.
Do prefer the Megs bottle for ease of use, agree does look better, similar to Mothers and Carlack, quality trigger sprays too. Just tried some Infinity Wax products the triggers are very poor. Like you say though the Autoglym bottles are part of their heritage I first bought them in the ‘80s and they are basically the same as then.
Have been using Meguires on my S3 Red metallic paint and gray RR absolutely fabulous to use and both cars really shine, S3 is 6 years old and looks like a month old. I use when car is dry, and use a microfiber block and apply like you were putting on a ceramic coating then buff off, I give it 10 /10
Since the early 90's i've simply used Auto Glym Wash, Super Resin, and their bumper & rubber products - and wash/polish every couple of weeks - and I've literally had people asking me how i keep my cars so clean & shiny I like the ease of AG product use justifies their slightly higher asking price When complete strangers give compliments - that's a good enough endorsement to continue to use the brand Ive Never 'defected' to other brands - although I'm open to genuine recommendations, from people to try as comparison
Good video/demonstration John, I have the meguiars product and think its great but I do like auto glym products, I was using them years ago b4 I tried Maguires. It looks like I got to buy the auto glym now because I like a slick finish, even though I have bottles of detail sprays and waxes on the shelf that I have only used once or twice! Keep the videos coming John they are a good informative watch 👍
I use the Meguires Ceramic Wax application once every 4 months and then use the Meguires Ceramic Detailer on my weekly wash once towel dried, the hydrophobic results are amazing!
Just got the autoGlym today been out and used it and I love it so much. Had my 30 year old MK1 mx5 resprayed. Wanted something to keep the paint all good and I can really say very easy to use product
I wasn't in love with the Meguiars. It doesn't leave the slickest panel feel, and even working in a shop, spraying sparingly into an applicator, I got some visible streaking on some bare black paints. It's in kind of a unique zone. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of both a heavier sealant, and detailer spray. For me, as a professional, a detail spray just cannot streak. I can't micromanage application and Scangrip every inch of every panel everytime for a quick detailer. So it's not something I reach for, but still a capable quality product for what it is. Technician's Choice 582 Ceramic Detail Spray, at under $30 per *gallon* 😲 has been the best all around pick for me. Versatile, fast and easy, flashes quickly with a clean removal, durability in months not just weeks. Insanely hard to beat that, but I'm always testing new stuff. I'm in the U.S. so haven't tried Autoglym. Thank you for the video my dude! 👍✌
Sooooo what if you used both.... use the Meg as a detailer to get rid of dust and the AG for the actual sealant... would it actually sit on top and cure 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Having used Autoglym products when living in the UK, Germany and now Canada for the last 8 years and using both Autoglym wins hands down. A buddy and I had a clean off, he swore by maguire's til I showed him what Autoglym is made of. We both had similar coloured cars at the time, my Chrysler 300s with clay-bar followed by super resin then HD wax, finished with high definition gloss left her spotless. Buddy did his usual on his Merc waterless wash, clay-bar with mother's products, meg spray wax followed by the ceramic wax. The standard was nowhere near Autoglym, I find the meg products look cheap and not good value (my personal experience) I have over (roughly) $400 of Autoglym products and will hands down pull better results than any other product, providing you follow the instructions, plus the bottles make them look more professional laid out on a shelf. My buddy has now changed to Autoglym, he thought I just bought them because of the Union Flag til I showed him the standard of the contents.
Thanks for another great review john , how often you you recommend I use the auto gylm spray wax ? I’ve heard it lasts for 3 mths ? I’m guess once a month should give me a descent result? I’m guessing I don’t need to use auto glum aqua wax anymore ? Many thanks mark
Like you said two different products really. The Meg being handy to keep in the car for spot detailing duty and topping up protection and the Autoglym great as a stand alone and drying aid.
Liked the video due to the effort always made. But shouldn't you of used the meguiars ceramic spray wax (it's a blue bottle) instead as it's a better comparison than the detailer you used in the video?
John I'd have to agree with you on the packaging. The Meguiars is definitely a "sexier" looking product. But with products like TW Dry & Shine - Blue bottle are these sprays a bit overpriced for longevity, if you won't get an actual ceramic coating?
yes. But put it this way a pack of fags is like 13 quid nowadays. Petrol. Cup of cofee is like 3 quid. pint of lager 5-6 quid some places. The market price for ceramic sprays seems to be like 15-20 quid for 500ml. If the market was not confortable with this price then the sellers in this market would need to lower the price. So whats expensive is subjective for sure. But in the UK we have the full smorgesburg of options price wise :)
You still get quite a bit of coverage out of the generously sized bottles. Especially if you apply it spraying into an applicator instead of directly on the panel or spray and rinse. But yeah, you can still find better values. I buy Technician's Choice 582 Ceramic Detail Spray by the gallon. Absurd value for the money, very good product. Don't know if you guys have access to it outside of the U.S. though. 👍✌
Just to add balance on the packaging. I found the Maguires packaging a little 'cheap' looking. Reminds of a bathroom or kitchen cleaner product. End of the day. It's how the product performs that matters.
A bit of background. Picked up a BMW and the usual showroom tricks were applied to the paintwork. After washing properly, it was revealing to say the least. Decided to go the Ceramic route after prepping and correcting scratches, swirls and stone chips. It was my first foray into Ceramic coating and opted for a rapid coat rather than the more extreme long term Ceramic as this was partly experimental. Previously, I have used waxes and sealants from Kiwami Fusso Soft 99, Bilt Hamber double speed wax, Bilt Hamber Auto Finesse, Chemical guys black light to the very underrated Sonax colour wax (they did a Carnauba version - avoid like the plague). My favourite has to be the Chemical guys. I find it difficult to apply, almost as if the paint needs a Clay Bar but oh see easy and satisfying to buff. So I am always wary: easy to apply does not always equal good product and I am continually disappointed with the Meguiars products. Their rubbing compound is pants IMHO. I prefer the 3 step 3M or Turtle wax premium rubbing compound. The ease of application of the BH double speed wax is incredible but only on pristine paintwork. The Auto Finesse is a remarkable product. So, first up was to wash and clay bar the BMW. The clay bar was a Meguiars and by the end, it was mulch, falling to bits and left some debris in and around nooks and crannies. I will stick to the BH one - it's far superior. I was sold the Meguiars pack - the detail/ceramic spray and the clay bar combined. The car took 2 washes to remove the white milk residue from the clay bar. It was a PITA. The Meguiars ceramic coat for me. although easy to apply, I found much harder to get a consistent depth/buff on the paintwork. Cue the Auto glym. Harder to work with. More sensitive to temperature but much better to buff and less streak free (I liken Ceramic to glass cleaning - you know, you think it's smear and streak free but then you see it at a different angle and...). The other thing I noticed was that you could widen your application area before curing and buffing. Also, it states in the distructions (yes, I actually read them) that a second coat not long after the fist coat was possible and perhaps this video should have included that. As another commentator remarked: another Auto Glym to the collection. I love their Vinyl and Rubber care, the Interior shampoo especially, the resin polish in certain applications. The Leather cleaner is good but the Leather care balm I think, needs to be a touch less viscous but I wouldn't look to anything else for leather care. Should I now take the plunge and apply a long term Ceramic coating...?
@@ForensicDetailing You're probably right. It was my car and a daily so practicalities take priority. If you ceramic coat customers cars, you don't get quite the repeat business :).
Autoglym picked up all the important points but, like you say, it's a different product. I've just finished cleaning my car and used Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic Wax (spray) for the first time. Applied off-label using pea sized drops on a damp applicator with immediate buffing. Looks great and I understand will last a very long time. I'd consider the Hybrid Ceramic Detailer but will probably just stick to the HCW applied off label every few months
Looking through the comments I’m glad to see so many saying the same thing. These are not equivalent products to compare to each other. Try against meguiars spray wax, the detailer is not a stand alone product. It’s more for enhancing gloss and slickness of coated vehicles
Recently found your channel and getting addicted :) I'm new to detailing and have limited time so I've been using the AG polar range with SRP and extra gloss protection occasionally. For the average person that would only use one protection product would you go for a wax, ceramic or stick with something like I'm using? PS. defiantly going to give built hamber products a go when I run out.
Hey there, SRP + EGP is a really affordable combo. I used this for years. If you want to try more modern products get the UHD wax and the Ceramic spray. you will notice they bead more and last longer. But they cost more. So your using a very affordable combo at the moment. How you look after the paintwork as well is more important that the wax you use to protect it but your in good hands with autoglym i think. You should check out my Detailing Fundamentals training course with discount code applied: ioa.pxf.io/c/2687409/1012495/12764
@@ForensicDetailing Thanks for the quick reply, yeah they seem to work ok for me, got them in an autoglym set but almost empty now so I'll give the wax / spray combo a go next. I don't often get time for a full detail so the polar blast/wash/seal route is used 3/4 of the time (better than nothing type wash). I was then checking out the page, I imagine it would be a useful course... Thanks.
Jon, can I ask a question a bit off topic? I’m going to be getting a rug doctor deep clean machine for my house carpet cleaning. Have you used surfex HD for a task like this? Surfex HD is a great cleaner/degreaser and I was wondering if it could be used for something like this?
John, great video as ever, but I’ve got another question for you; When you apply the product how long do you allow to ‘cure’ ? Is it a case if spraying wiping a little then allowing a final buff a few hours later ?
spray on panel, spread with like a applicator designated towel, once spread buff to a shine with secondary towel (or flip first towel) just maybe count to 10 after spreading the film before buffing. And I would leave it alone before getting wet. I actually find this is important. ideally leave it for 24 hours.. but if not 24, then leave it for a few hours before getting wet. I try and follow that rule with all products.
I would love to see the new Gyeon Ceramic Detailer reviewed in such a manner as well; great video as always. I recently started using the Gyeon Quick detailer to top the new Gyeon wax (which is absolutely amazing, btw) and the gloss and ease of application was truly surprising. It seems a little more forgiving than Beadmaker which I used to use and doesn’t need buffed as much.
@@ForensicDetailing oh my goodness, it throws water off like I’ve never seen from a wax! It was easy to work with especially considering I left it to cure over night then buffed off the excess the next morning, just like they say you can do. Super easy and impressive product.
John tes vidéos sont très instructif. Merci pour ton honnêteté à tester ces produits. En plus votre débit à parler est lent et est facile a comprendre. Thanks a Million Greetings from Canada🇨🇦
Quick question, car detailing is new to me and loving the videos.. i'm using the polar wash system blast, wash, seal - Would you still recommend a ceramic spray as well? Thanks for all the hard work you put in with the vids. Dave
not unless you really want to try a ceramic spray wax. use up the Polar Seal first. You can also decant some polar seal about 1:20 and use it in a sprayer like the ceramic spray giving you some massive value for money.
oh and Dave forgive the plug but you should check out my Detailing Fundamentals training course with discount code applied: ioa.pxf.io/c/2687409/1012495/12764
@@ForensicDetailing Brill thanks very much for the reply! I'll use up the seal first as you suggest. Only got the 500ml bottle as i got it as a kit with the foam cannon.
Very useful test this, if you take out the price difference ( which is either relevant or not) and the “ sexiness “ of the bottle, the AG wins hands down on points.
I had the autoglym ceramic spray few weeks now . It very good product. Good as a drying aid to. But I have noticed in sun you have to work quick and small areas at time. On a summer day it may be difficult to use why they put a max temp on bottle . I used a lot ceramic sprays this does have good durability but for me one of the more difficult to use in sun.
I've just bought some Auto Glym Ceramic Spray and your channel was the first place I came to see how it should be used etc! At the beginning I felt you were favoring the Meguiars product but overall the testing, although not super scientific, was great fun to watch so thank you! Please Please Please keep making these videos. Guys like me who like to wash the car on a Sunday need this channel!
Great and educational video. But can you use the Autoglym on the plastic trim or only the paint, if only the paint would have to be a lot more careful applying it but especially using it as a drying agent.
I purchased the Autoglym rapid ceramic yesterday, and found it really disappointing... Felt like spraying on water, and when I buffed off, it had zero effect. Almost like nothing there... Im going for Mothers Carnuba next, and build up some layers...
Product is not like you describe. It's resinous and adds very strong layer of protection. If it's like water and adds no hydro phobic effect something is wrong.
Definitely going to pick up a bottle of the Autoglym next time I'm in Halfords to give it a go to top-up the menzerna power lock sealant I'm using maybe once a month.
A third more product but watered down so that's a bit of a fake. As said 2 different products for 2 different jobs. You could apply the Megs over the AG. lol.
Hi I'm sure it's a silly question but. Do I use the Auto Glym ceramic spray instead of a wax. I usually wash and polish every time I wash but I don't always wax, Don't know if that's right but does the ceramic spray give a better job than the wax. I am using a Maguires wax. Thank you.
you can do yes its about the same sort of of durability. but you can also put it on top of wax or the autoglym ceramic coating product. so base sealant of topper if you want.
Both products are very good for that top up clean or when you have less time for a more thorough job. Autoglym are more 'old school' which is appealing to a lot of folk as the bottles and labeling show. I have products from various companies all seem to work well.
Probably going to try the AG spray. However in terms of water beading, it doesn't look like it even comes close to Aqua/Express Wax (which I spray on wet with maintenance washes). And certainly doesn't compete with a good quality paste wax. Very impressive slickness on the AG spray here though, that tilt test was great.
timely test as i got a bottle of autoglym this morning washed with garage therapy coat of monster shine the the autoglym ceramic spray couldnt do whole car to sunny [what in wales] but well impressed good vid thanks
Diamondbrite have Ceramic glaze, fantastic price half the price of these and gives a great gloss. Have only just used so do not know how long it will last. Impressed so far.
I've used autoglym for 40 years now. On every car, paint or clear coat. It's always been the best and longest lasting. If Rolls-Royce and Jaguar, took on promoting it years ago, listen and use it. But that's just my thoughts
rapid ceramic spray, unless your requirement is time saving and value for money. the ceramic spray is slicker and you can control where you put it. the polar seal you can decant and make gallons of QD for pennies :)
I bought the Meguiars John, for finishing my 1 sport shadow edition, which is metallic grey. It's a great product, so much so that I don't need to go the full nine yards and - cut - polish - wax. every four months.. One thing I have noticed is that though, is that it's easy to overload a panel with this product, which leaves a strange dark smearing. I think you talked about this in a previous video of yours. So I basically apply the product to my towel rather than directly to the panel... my two cents worth
Makes you wonder what is the point of topping up protection if it just wears away again in two washes. Maybe if you just want to stall out a reapplication of a stronger sealant a bit longer?
Im interested to see how the AG compares the the TW ceramic spray. Im currently toying between the two. Primarily I use AG, but I’m not adverse to using another product. What’s your thoughts?
I think the autoglym one beads up a bit better but the TW one has very good durability. both about the same price. It really would not make too much difference.
Dodo juice detailer is my go to I've been using it for over a year now and think it's the best and I've tried nearly all of the quick detailers on the market
Personally, I buy for product quality and performance, and not for packaging, so the Autoglym product wins hands down for me. However, Autoglym do need to improve their marketing image by updating the appearance and design of their spray bottles, including displaying the Union flag with a much more prominent image.
Hi I want to try the autoglym rapid ceramic, is OK to wash the car first with wash an wax then apply this on top or do you need to strip the wax of first?
I'm thinking (as others have also responded) that the Autoglym product might be better compared to Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic spray wax (smurf juice, as i call it) as the Autoglym seems to be a spray coating. I like the results i have gotten from the Meguiar's spray wax and detailer, but i do find the spray wax requires a little more work to level out and eliminate streaks or high spots. 🤷♂️
Think your great. I've watched loads of videos.. I'm getting a new jetwash on Wednesday as it comes with everything I need lol 😁 I have snow shampoo and it hasn't been doing what it should be doing so a stronger jetwash what comes with the bottle 🍶 for snow shampoo.. I don't like auto glym as my dad used to use it never could get the hang of it.. So the green one.. I'm trying to find the wax that is great of the same make..
So this ceramic product goes on the top of the Resin and gloss protection or either one? Can the three be use or just resin then either one (gloss prot. Or ceramic)?
That’s the thing with me the bottle said ceramic detailer so I would look at that as more of a top up your ceramic coating and as you say that detailer use if a little bit of dirt or light dust not as a ceramic application product.
Autoglym bottle looks more classy
Easy way round the Autoglym bottle holding conundrum....loosen the trigger screw collar a few turns, rotate the trigger approx 30deg to the right or left if your southpaw and tighten back down. Fits the hand perfectly now 👍🏻
Love how the maguires got all the aesthetic and ease points and the autoglym got all the performance points. Did my car with the autoglym about two hours ago I thought it was easy enough to use.
After doing all the tests you have done, I feel revisiting the price point to give back the point to Autoglym, as if you need twice as much to make as hydrophobic and it doesnt last as long then your use more product making megs a more expensive product overall. Just a thought and great video john keep up the good work.
Interesting point: i think it's good to compare products based on price per mL, and also based on amount of product needed or used. Some product need to be layered thicc and some might require only a mist per panel. But it becomes more difficult to quantify this part.
In the end, i think it's just two different products with different goals. Meg cer detailer seems to be a good drying aid on a ceramic coating (from experience of different youtuber) and a decent (but much expensive) quick detailer with added ceramic.
Autoglym looks more like a standalone protection for a couple of months, or a topper for the autoglym cer coating.
I bought the AutoGlym product on back of this. Applied to my dry car which recently had a ceramic coating applied. Buffing product off was very easy, far easier than I thought. Left a great finish.
First time I use AG Rapid Ceramic spray blown away at both how quick and easy to apply it was and also the glass like finish it has left on my car. As a weekend warrior I love it. I used it after using AG Super Resin Polish and Extra Gloss Protection. Just to see if it would work despite it not actually bonding with the paintwork. It worked. Really slick smooth finish.
Yeah I bought this to put on after the same polish and thought I’d see what FD had to say - so glad he didn’t trash it like the polar snow foam (which is pretty sh*t lol)
I don’t have Autoglym, but Megs Detailer has been my favorite detailer for awhile.
Great review I’m currently using the Autoglym find it great and easy to apply.
But still think the best spray on sealant I’ve use is SONAX polymer net shield 🛡
John, why not compare the hybrid ceramic wax to the AG ceramic spray? Interested to know your thoughts.
Great fun video Jon! Nice to see you having a good time! Very interesting & educational exposé of up-to-date products - thank you for your effort and imparting your knowledge to us! All the best, Rob
Wow Autoglym really smashed it in this one.
From my experience the meguiars ceramic detailer works best as a top up for in between waxing. On its own it adds minimal protection that only lasts a week. But it worked great for reviving my old “dead” paste wax. Really easy to use and shiny as well. But will have to try that Autoglym next time
Be interesting to see how bouncers done and dusted si edition would compare to these two !
Late to the show but I use both for different purposes. Megs is great for adding some extra gloss and to remove any smears or fingerprints left over. The Autoglym is far more durable and seems to provide a wetter gloss to the paintwork IMO and I use it to boost ceramic coatings. Without sounding critical surely it would be better to compare Autoglym to megs hybrid ceramic wax as they are both the same category? Great video as usual 👍🏻
I went to the websites for both products and Meguiars basically describes theirs as cleaner with SiO2 added to enhance protection while Autoglym describes theirs as a ceramic spray that bonds to paint. I believe a better comparison would be use the Meguiars M27 Hybrid Ceramic Sealant vs the Autoglym Rapid Ceramic Spray.
Would you now. Hmmmmm Anyone else?
Yes unfair comparison. Test similar products.
I have used both. Megs is one of the best "detailers" i have used. Autoglym i think is a "spray Sealant". Rapid ceramic i think is a similar idea to quick wax...A thicker layer of megs may change the tests, especially durability gloss and waterbeading. Great video tho. Great to see logical thinking around testing products. its not all, "lets throw some apc at it"
I use the meguiars products because I could get them here in he USA. I’ve had good results with the ceramic spray product. I have found it to be a good ‘put it on your paint every so often after a wash’ product.
its a very good product and it delivers on its claims well as a ceramic spray detailer. one of the best all rounders out there I think
I have used Aqua Wax and now Rapid Ceramic Spray interchangeably on my car, just testing what's best for me. I have recently been hammered by salt spreader, and the sandy residue came off the paint without my intervention as soon as it rained, leaving the car fantastically clean. Now I don't know which of the 2 products did the trick.... However, Aqua Wax is much easier to apply on a wet car. The ceramic one did not feel like it was protecting the car that well (subjective) , and I felt like drying the car prior to application was the best way to go. This meant much, much more work ! I think I am going to stick to aqua wax for now, but considering hard wax at least once every 3 months.
Do prefer the Megs bottle for ease of use, agree does look better, similar to Mothers and Carlack, quality trigger sprays too. Just tried some Infinity Wax products the triggers are very poor. Like you say though the Autoglym bottles are part of their heritage I first bought them in the ‘80s and they are basically the same as then.
Have been using Meguires on my S3 Red metallic paint and gray RR absolutely fabulous to use and both cars really shine, S3 is 6 years old and looks like a month old. I use when car is dry, and use a microfiber block and apply like you were putting on a ceramic coating then buff off, I give it 10 /10
Since the early 90's i've simply used Auto Glym Wash, Super Resin, and their bumper & rubber products - and wash/polish every couple of weeks - and I've literally had people asking me how i keep my cars so clean & shiny
I like the ease of AG product use justifies their slightly higher asking price
When complete strangers give compliments - that's a good enough endorsement to continue to use the brand
Ive Never 'defected' to other brands - although I'm open to genuine recommendations, from people to try as comparison
Good video/demonstration John, I have the meguiars product and think its great but I do like auto glym products, I was using them years ago b4 I tried Maguires. It looks like I got to buy the auto glym now because I like a slick finish, even though I have bottles of detail sprays and waxes on the shelf that I have only used once or twice! Keep the videos coming John they are a good informative watch 👍
Great video and test. Think I'll be getting some of that Autoglym stuff
Reckon that's one of your best videos Jon 😃
I use the Meguires Ceramic Wax application once every 4 months and then use the Meguires Ceramic Detailer on my weekly wash once towel dried, the hydrophobic results are amazing!
I agree my guy !
Yeah the Meg is clearly designed for use over their Ceram Wax. Like most products, its about the layering process.
Love the slickness test John 👌👌👌
Hi john the autoglym has a really nice smell to it and like you said I have found it easy to apply best wishes great video,Ian
Just got the autoGlym today been out and used it and I love it so much. Had my 30 year old MK1 mx5 resprayed. Wanted something to keep the paint all good and I can really say very easy to use product
I wasn't in love with the Meguiars. It doesn't leave the slickest panel feel, and even working in a shop, spraying sparingly into an applicator, I got some visible streaking on some bare black paints. It's in kind of a unique zone. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of both a heavier sealant, and detailer spray.
For me, as a professional, a detail spray just cannot streak. I can't micromanage application and Scangrip every inch of every panel everytime for a quick detailer. So it's not something I reach for, but still a capable quality product for what it is.
Technician's Choice 582 Ceramic Detail Spray, at under $30 per *gallon* 😲 has been the best all around pick for me. Versatile, fast and easy, flashes quickly with a clean removal, durability in months not just weeks.
Insanely hard to beat that, but I'm always testing new stuff. I'm in the U.S. so haven't tried Autoglym. Thank you for the video my dude! 👍✌
I love ceramic detailer as a topper over Meg's Hybrid Ceramic Wax.
Your not meant to add it over a wax
@@shanests1026 it's not really wax. It's fully synthetic.
John can you have a look at the garage therapy sigma please? No-one else goes in to quite the detail you do! Cheers, hope you're well.
We would like to see the new sonax products to the test!!! Again great video sir.
Love your work buddy! Keep up the great work! Out shining my own E36!
Sooooo what if you used both.... use the Meg as a detailer to get rid of dust and the AG for the actual sealant... would it actually sit on top and cure 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Very thorough as always John.
Great video with well thought out comments. Thanks!
Having used Autoglym products when living in the UK, Germany and now Canada for the last 8 years and using both Autoglym wins hands down. A buddy and I had a clean off, he swore by maguire's til I showed him what Autoglym is made of. We both had similar coloured cars at the time, my Chrysler 300s with clay-bar followed by super resin then HD wax, finished with high definition gloss left her spotless. Buddy did his usual on his Merc waterless wash, clay-bar with mother's products, meg spray wax followed by the ceramic wax. The standard was nowhere near Autoglym, I find the meg products look cheap and not good value (my personal experience) I have over (roughly) $400 of Autoglym products and will hands down pull better results than any other product, providing you follow the instructions, plus the bottles make them look more professional laid out on a shelf. My buddy has now changed to Autoglym, he thought I just bought them because of the Union Flag til I showed him the standard of the contents.
Thanks for another great review john , how often you you recommend I use the auto gylm spray wax ? I’ve heard it lasts for 3 mths ? I’m guess once a month should give me a descent result? I’m guessing I don’t need to use auto glum aqua wax anymore ? Many thanks mark
yes no more than once a month really. this is similar to aqua wax. you prolly need a regular QD though.
Another excellent video. Thank you.
Can I apply the Autoglym ceramic spray as a top up after my regular washes?
Like you said two different products really. The Meg being handy to keep in the car for spot detailing duty and topping up protection and the Autoglym great as a stand alone and drying aid.
Liked the video due to the effort always made.
But shouldn't you of used the meguiars ceramic spray wax (it's a blue bottle) instead as it's a better comparison than the detailer you used in the video?
Fantastic video loved the point scoring idea made the video even more fun to watch
Great video. Many thanks. You confirmed for me Autoglym is the best stuff.
John I'd have to agree with you on the packaging. The Meguiars is definitely a "sexier" looking product. But with products like TW Dry & Shine - Blue bottle are these sprays a bit overpriced for longevity, if you won't get an actual ceramic coating?
yes. But put it this way a pack of fags is like 13 quid nowadays. Petrol. Cup of cofee is like 3 quid. pint of lager 5-6 quid some places. The market price for ceramic sprays seems to be like 15-20 quid for 500ml. If the market was not confortable with this price then the sellers in this market would need to lower the price. So whats expensive is subjective for sure. But in the UK we have the full smorgesburg of options price wise :)
You still get quite a bit of coverage out of the generously sized bottles. Especially if you apply it spraying into an applicator instead of directly on the panel or spray and rinse.
But yeah, you can still find better values. I buy Technician's Choice 582 Ceramic Detail Spray by the gallon. Absurd value for the money, very good product. Don't know if you guys have access to it outside of the U.S. though. 👍✌
Just to add balance on the packaging. I found the Maguires packaging a little 'cheap' looking. Reminds of a bathroom or kitchen cleaner product. End of the day. It's how the product performs that matters.
Would you use the Rapid Ceramic Spray with the Polar series?
A bit of background. Picked up a BMW and the usual showroom tricks were applied to the paintwork. After washing properly, it was revealing to say the least. Decided to go the Ceramic route after prepping and correcting scratches, swirls and stone chips.
It was my first foray into Ceramic coating and opted for a rapid coat rather than the more extreme long term Ceramic as this was partly experimental.
Previously, I have used waxes and sealants from Kiwami Fusso Soft 99, Bilt Hamber double speed wax, Bilt Hamber Auto Finesse, Chemical guys black light to the very underrated Sonax colour wax (they did a Carnauba version - avoid like the plague). My favourite has to be the Chemical guys. I find it difficult to apply, almost as if the paint needs a Clay Bar but oh see easy and satisfying to buff.
So I am always wary: easy to apply does not always equal good product and I am continually disappointed with the Meguiars products. Their rubbing compound is pants IMHO. I prefer the 3 step 3M or Turtle wax premium rubbing compound.
The ease of application of the BH double speed wax is incredible but only on pristine paintwork. The Auto Finesse is a remarkable product.
So, first up was to wash and clay bar the BMW. The clay bar was a Meguiars and by the end, it was mulch, falling to bits and left some debris in and around nooks and crannies. I will stick to the BH one - it's far superior. I was sold the Meguiars pack - the detail/ceramic spray and the clay bar combined.
The car took 2 washes to remove the white milk residue from the clay bar. It was a PITA. The Meguiars ceramic coat for me. although easy to apply, I found much harder to get a consistent depth/buff on the paintwork.
Cue the Auto glym. Harder to work with. More sensitive to temperature but much better to buff and less streak free (I liken Ceramic to glass cleaning - you know, you think it's smear and streak free but then you see it at a different angle and...).
The other thing I noticed was that you could widen your application area before curing and buffing. Also, it states in the distructions (yes, I actually read them) that a second coat not long after the fist coat was possible and perhaps this video should have included that.
As another commentator remarked: another Auto Glym to the collection. I love their Vinyl and Rubber care, the Interior shampoo especially, the resin polish in certain applications. The Leather cleaner is good but the Leather care balm I think, needs to be a touch less viscous but I wouldn't look to anything else for leather care.
Should I now take the plunge and apply a long term Ceramic coating...?
I dont think so, you like detailing so you will be wanted to polish and wax a lot more.
@@ForensicDetailing You're probably right. It was my car and a daily so practicalities take priority. If you ceramic coat customers cars, you don't get quite the repeat business :).
Autoglym picked up all the important points but, like you say, it's a different product. I've just finished cleaning my car and used Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic Wax (spray) for the first time. Applied off-label using pea sized drops on a damp applicator with immediate buffing. Looks great and I understand will last a very long time. I'd consider the Hybrid Ceramic Detailer but will probably just stick to the HCW applied off label every few months
Another great video keep up these exceptional educational videos
Looking through the comments I’m glad to see so many saying the same thing. These are not equivalent products to compare to each other. Try against meguiars spray wax, the detailer is not a stand alone product. It’s more for enhancing gloss and slickness of coated vehicles
Recently found your channel and getting addicted :) I'm new to detailing and have limited time so I've been using the AG polar range with SRP and extra gloss protection occasionally. For the average person that would only use one protection product would you go for a wax, ceramic or stick with something like I'm using? PS. defiantly going to give built hamber products a go when I run out.
Hey there, SRP + EGP is a really affordable combo. I used this for years. If you want to try more modern products get the UHD wax and the Ceramic spray. you will notice they bead more and last longer. But they cost more. So your using a very affordable combo at the moment. How you look after the paintwork as well is more important that the wax you use to protect it but your in good hands with autoglym i think.
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@@ForensicDetailing Thanks for the quick reply, yeah they seem to work ok for me, got them in an autoglym set but almost empty now so I'll give the wax / spray combo a go next. I don't often get time for a full detail so the polar blast/wash/seal route is used 3/4 of the time (better than nothing type wash). I was then checking out the page, I imagine it would be a useful course... Thanks.
@@ForensicDetailing you might well have answered my previous question. note to self read the comments before commenting
Jon, can I ask a question a bit off topic?
I’m going to be getting a rug doctor deep clean machine for my house carpet cleaning. Have you used surfex HD for a task like this? Surfex HD is a great cleaner/degreaser and I was wondering if it could be used for something like this?
John, great video as ever, but I’ve got another question for you; When you apply the product how long do you allow to ‘cure’ ? Is it a case if spraying wiping a little then allowing a final buff a few hours later ?
spray on panel, spread with like a applicator designated towel, once spread buff to a shine with secondary towel (or flip first towel) just maybe count to 10 after spreading the film before buffing. And I would leave it alone before getting wet. I actually find this is important. ideally leave it for 24 hours.. but if not 24, then leave it for a few hours before getting wet. I try and follow that rule with all products.
I have the autoglym rapid ceramic and menzerna power lock John. Would it be worth layering both or would they work against each other etc??
I would love to see the new Gyeon Ceramic Detailer reviewed in such a manner as well; great video as always. I recently started using the Gyeon Quick detailer to top the new Gyeon wax (which is absolutely amazing, btw) and the gloss and ease of application was truly surprising. It seems a little more forgiving than Beadmaker which I used to use and doesn’t need buffed as much.
its coming, but the products are not available yet so I need to wait a bit. the wax is a belter isnt it curt ;)
@@ForensicDetailing oh my goodness, it throws water off like I’ve never seen from a wax! It was easy to work with especially considering I left it to cure over night then buffed off the excess the next morning, just like they say you can do. Super easy and impressive product.
@@ForensicDetailing hi, great review, question, can I use the autoglym ceramic spray on glass windscreen?
Interested whether you would use this in conjunction with auto glyms Polar Seal. The Polar seal is recommended to use once a month.
John tes vidéos sont très instructif. Merci pour ton honnêteté à tester ces produits.
En plus votre débit à parler est lent et est facile a comprendre.
Thanks a Million
Greetings from Canada🇨🇦
Quick question, car detailing is new to me and loving the videos.. i'm using the polar wash system blast, wash, seal - Would you still recommend a ceramic spray as well? Thanks for all the hard work you put in with the vids.
Dave
not unless you really want to try a ceramic spray wax. use up the Polar Seal first. You can also decant some polar seal about 1:20 and use it in a sprayer like the ceramic spray giving you some massive value for money.
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@@ForensicDetailing Brill thanks very much for the reply! I'll use up the seal first as you suggest. Only got the 500ml bottle as i got it as a kit with the foam cannon.
@@ForensicDetailing I'll take a look mate :)
Good video, would be interesting to see gloss comparison on an uncorrected panel, which is probably more realistic for a Halfords shopper
Very useful test this, if you take out the price difference ( which is either relevant or not) and the “ sexiness “ of the bottle, the AG wins hands down on points.
I had the autoglym ceramic spray few weeks now . It very good product. Good as a drying aid to. But I have noticed in sun you have to work quick and small areas at time. On a summer day it may be difficult to use why they put a max temp on bottle . I used a lot ceramic sprays this does have good durability but for me one of the more difficult to use in sun.
Nice Effort to compare the products, good job !!!
I've just bought some Auto Glym Ceramic Spray and your channel was the first place I came to see how it should be used etc! At the beginning I felt you were favoring the Meguiars product but overall the testing, although not super scientific, was great fun to watch so thank you! Please Please Please keep making these videos. Guys like me who like to wash the car on a Sunday need this channel!
Hi do you apply this auto glym product before or after polishing?? Or is this used instead of polish??
Great and educational video. But can you use the Autoglym on the plastic trim or only the paint, if only the paint would have to be a lot more careful applying it but especially using it as a drying agent.
Only paint
@@ForensicDetailing Thanks, have just purchased some, just wanted to check.
I purchased the Autoglym rapid ceramic yesterday, and found it really disappointing... Felt like spraying on water, and when I buffed off, it had zero effect. Almost like nothing there... Im going for Mothers Carnuba next, and build up some layers...
Product is not like you describe. It's resinous and adds very strong layer of protection. If it's like water and adds no hydro phobic effect something is wrong.
I like doing the autoglym 3 stage foam , wash , seal. Can I put this ceramic spray after to add more protection
Love autoglym and i love this new ceramic spray and it works 👍 been using autoglym for 20yrs great products but i always stick to them and never mix
Definitely going to pick up a bottle of the Autoglym next time I'm in Halfords to give it a go to top-up the menzerna power lock sealant I'm using maybe once a month.
Clear winner in AG - off to Halfords for me today 👍🏻. Nice review
Awesome video but you said 760ml is 1/3 less than 500ml? I think you meant to say 1/3 more product for £20!!
I noticed he said that too 😏
A third more product but watered down so that's a bit of a fake. As said 2 different products for 2 different jobs. You could apply the Megs over the AG. lol.
Hi I'm sure it's a silly question but. Do I use the Auto Glym ceramic spray instead of a wax. I usually wash and polish every time I wash but I don't always wax, Don't know if that's right but does the ceramic spray give a better job than the wax. I am using a Maguires wax. Thank you.
you can do yes its about the same sort of of durability. but you can also put it on top of wax or the autoglym ceramic coating product. so base sealant of topper if you want.
Outstanding review 👏 👌 il be buying auto glym .did you ever use tcut final glaze
Yes I have m8
Both products are very good for that top up clean or when you have less time for a more thorough job. Autoglym are more 'old school' which is appealing to a lot of folk as the bottles and labeling show. I have products from various companies all seem to work well.
Probably going to try the AG spray. However in terms of water beading, it doesn't look like it even comes close to Aqua/Express Wax (which I spray on wet with maintenance washes). And certainly doesn't compete with a good quality paste wax. Very impressive slickness on the AG spray here though, that tilt test was great.
timely test as i got a bottle of autoglym this morning washed with garage therapy coat of monster shine the the autoglym ceramic spray couldnt do whole car to sunny [what in wales] but well impressed good vid thanks
Do the Autogylm product vs TW seal n shine
Be more of a relevant head to head.
Diamondbrite have Ceramic glaze, fantastic price half the price of these and gives a great gloss. Have only just used so do not know how long it will last. Impressed so far.
I've used autoglym for 40 years now. On every car, paint or clear coat. It's always been the best and longest lasting. If Rolls-Royce and Jaguar, took on promoting it years ago, listen and use it. But that's just my thoughts
With the AG would a new bottle fix the issues with application? All thier bottles are a bit rubbish imo
Great stuff, I'm torn between Auto Glym polar seal and the rapid ceramic spray... What's would be your go to product?
Cheers
rapid ceramic spray, unless your requirement is time saving and value for money. the ceramic spray is slicker and you can control where you put it. the polar seal you can decant and make gallons of QD for pennies :)
@@ForensicDetailing cheers, I appreciate you replying. Keep up the great videos.
I bought the Meguiars John, for finishing my 1 sport shadow edition, which is metallic grey. It's a great product, so much so that I don't need to go the full nine yards and - cut - polish - wax. every four months.. One thing I have noticed is that though, is that it's easy to overload a panel with this product, which leaves a strange dark smearing. I think you talked about this in a previous video of yours. So I basically apply the product to my towel rather than directly to the panel... my two cents worth
Hi which is the best car wax out of all the wax’s yo have used for 2022 also what alloy wheel wax can you recommend please
In terms I'd durability, gyeon cancoat, old fusso coat, jescar ultralock, turtle Wax ice seal and shine. Will compare soon
Thank you for your reply which one would be your first choice for outright performance
Makes you wonder what is the point of topping up protection if it just wears away again in two washes. Maybe if you just want to stall out a reapplication of a stronger sealant a bit longer?
should i use the Autoglym Super Resin Polish first
Was it auto glym that I saw being demonstrated in early to late 60s at markets and car shows
Im interested to see how the AG compares the the TW ceramic spray. Im currently toying between the two. Primarily I use AG, but I’m not adverse to using another product.
What’s your thoughts?
I think the autoglym one beads up a bit better but the TW one has very good durability. both about the same price. It really would not make too much difference.
Is the AutoGlym ceramic much different to the aqua wax?
Any chance of comparing AG Ceramic Spray to the Megs Hybrid Ceramic wax? Thanks
Autoglym has a very soft application and beads very well.
Alright you need to try mothers ceramic spray wax I done a quick video last night. And was extremely impressed
Thanks Jon, another informative video.
Dodo juice detailer is my go to I've been using it for over a year now and think it's the best and I've tried nearly all of the quick detailers on the market
Personally, I buy for product quality and performance, and not for packaging, so the Autoglym product wins hands down for me. However, Autoglym do need to improve their marketing image by updating the appearance and design of their spray bottles, including displaying the Union flag with a much more prominent image.
Enjoyed your video on autoglym ceramic have not tried it yet but I will do now
Hi can i polish the car before i use this product? If i dont polish the car this product will stil give the protection? Which is best? Thank you!
Polish to remove swirls and add gloss. Then panel wipe them apply the protection.
Hi I want to try the autoglym rapid ceramic, is OK to wash the car first with wash an wax then apply this on top or do you need to strip the wax of first?
That's not ideal m8... Just use pure shampoo
I'm thinking (as others have also responded) that the Autoglym product might be better compared to Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic spray wax (smurf juice, as i call it) as the Autoglym seems to be a spray coating. I like the results i have gotten from the Meguiar's spray wax and detailer, but i do find the spray wax requires a little more work to level out and eliminate streaks or high spots. 🤷♂️
ok new to all this do you use theses products after you have washed and waxed the car or instead of wax, sorry if its a daft question
Either with these products m8
Think your great. I've watched loads of videos.. I'm getting a new jetwash on Wednesday as it comes with everything I need lol 😁 I have snow shampoo and it hasn't been doing what it should be doing so a stronger jetwash what comes with the bottle 🍶 for snow shampoo.. I don't like auto glym as my dad used to use it never could get the hang of it.. So the green one.. I'm trying to find the wax that is great of the same make..
So this ceramic product goes on the top of the Resin and gloss protection or either one? Can the three be use or just resin then either one (gloss prot. Or ceramic)?
It can go do yes. But it's durable do can be used standalone
That’s the thing with me the bottle said ceramic detailer so I would look at that as more of a top up your ceramic coating and as you say that detailer use if a little bit of dirt or light dust not as a ceramic application product.