RainX vs Griot's Garage Glass Sealant! 

Yes the door was open! I was careful to not get water on it and only had a few drops on it. Everything is fine! It Was hot in the car but I didn’t want to have the engine running with the AC on because everyone would complain that my audio was terrible.

I've been using Rain X since the 70's when I had my first car, a 69 Chevy Impala. At that time, Rain X was made in MA and the directions had you wipe it off with a damp cloth after the application dries. I've tried other products, but the always become unavailable after a year or so.

I give the RainX a mist of water before removing with a dry microfiber. Comes off easily. Been using for years, great product.

Thanks FAB ... I'm new to channel big fan of Pan the Organizer and Auto Fanatic but love your videos on the griots garage products thanks

We use Rain x on aircraft to reduce the need for wipers in inclement weather. On personal vehicles at 55 and above mph, wipers are nearly uneeded. Slip stream air keeps water drops off the windshield. There has been comments suggesting rain x accelerates deteriorates rubber wipers and shortens their life span. However no evidence of this claim has been provided.

I add the Rain X washer deicer fluid to my Sienna, and it performs fairly well, one thing to note is that you must keep the windshield clean for any of these products to work properly. Summers are a little easier here in the mid Atlantic/ northeast. Thanks

Glad to see that people are still out there doing coke and still able to function. Sure, he spoke pretty fast, but that's just a fun side effect having fun with blow.

Griot's didn't leave all the little tiny droplets behind like rain-X. they both seemed to work great, but when the water stops pouring, rain-X left behind little tiny drops all over, the Griot's did not. This is looking from inside the car. I personally use Dual Polymer. It is a bad ass paint coating, and stupid proof, I put it on the whole vehicle, glass, plastic and all. works As good at those, but last much much longer. Try it.. I think you will be surprised.

Great comparison. Love this video

If you use it all the time what is the life expectancy we can hope for?

I think they're both going to work great when they're fresh do you like them commercials wash the car a hundred times see how long it lasts

Great video I will try griots

Should start comparing the cheap products against the more expensive to see which is better value

Your neighbor loaned you the car expecting new blades.😂🐧

Nice video!

Great video brian.guve an update monthly if you can. Where's hoof coffee😁😁😁😁

I use Aquapel. It lasts 6 months (yea, for real) and to me it's worth every penny. Never tried Griots. Rain X doesn't last and leaves a film after a few weeks.

How long does the effect lasts?

It’s $31.50 for 8 oz on Amazon. Damn!

Always had a problem with rain x , streaks and doesnt come off as easily

Congrats on the Buffalo Bills this year now that Tom Brady is gone. :)

If the neighbor quit buying Little Tree air fresheners, he could afford new wipers!!

I used to like RainX, but it was always very hard to get off without streaks. I switched to Griots and love it. Much easier to take off and works the same,...awesome.

I've been using Rainx for 30 years. Makes night driving much safer by drastically reducing glare. In the rain, you hardly have to use your wipers. Even when you're going too slow to blow off the water and it just beads, the beads are so tiny you see right through them without a problem. Griots looks very similar. I doubt chemically it's much different. Now, correct me if I am wrong but you polished the glass on Hoof's Right? That could be why both were harder to remove this time. I've learned the cleaner the glass is the easier it comes off like wax on a car. My tips for using RainX are: clean, clay and hand polish the glass (RainX makes a cleaning polish that I use). Apply 1 coat sparingly in crosshatch pattern and wait as long as possible for it to fully cure (>15 minutes if possible). Apply a second coat sparingly in same pattern. Wait 15 minutes or more. Apply a light spritz of distilled water from a spray bottle and buff off. Repeat every couple of months... Here is a fantastic comparison video that shows actual performance of both over 90 days Is RAIN-X The Best Window Water Sealant? Rain-X VS Griot's 90 Day Side-b... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-aX6XuOFJKVI.html

I use rain x on the windshield as well as rain x washer fluid.

Thanks for comparing these two. I have to apply RainX every 2 weeks, just a little bit and the bottle lasted for about a year. Very good performance for a $4 price and I'm using it since 2001.

Finally it have arrived :). Thanks a lot for making this comparison video. Your videos make me spend less money on testing the products on my own which keep my wife happy too :D

Aquapel. STOP using Rainx people. Buy one aquapel and you'll NEVER go back.

I'm not familiar with the Griot's Garage product but I have been using Aquapel by PPG for years. Much better than RainX. The Aquapel last for 6-9 months (in Michigan weather) between applications. I use #0000 steal wool with dish soap to clean the windshield. I also replace windshield wipers every 6 months.

I've been using the Rain X windshield washer fluid in my vehicles for years & it works pretty well. Except in my 2013 Dodge Ram that I had... after I added the Rain X windshield washer fluid to the reservoir, my low windshield fluid light came on. I went to the Dodge maintenance & they said that the Rain X messes with the sensors. I let the Rain X run out & put in regular windshield washer fluid & no problem. Odd one, huh🤷‍♂️ Great review Brian👍👍 Curious about the durability between the two🤔

Thank you for this comparison! I have been using RainX for about 6+ years and I love it. I wouldn’t mind trying something new and compare for myself. Your video is very helpful keep it up!

Before I apply any coating, I started using the Magic Eraser to clean the glass of the car. It is an abrasive, so only on glass, not on polycarbonate headlight or taillight coverings. Makes the glass very smooth before I apply Aquapel. I have to try Griots. I do use the Griots buffer/polishers.

Your neighbor must really fart up his car to have so many air fresheners

Thanks for the comparison, curious to see if one is more durable then the other over time. Keep up the good videos, stumbled upon you recently and have been binge watching all your stuff.

Thanks for the vid ! RainX seems to make my wiper blades fall apart , And ... gooo bills !!

For me, cost would be the defining factor. A tip on the rain-X, a simple polish (not reapplication) helps renew it. I personally clean my windshield more than once a year, so claims of others to last a year don’t bother me. Nothing beats a fresh application. I have tried (with great results) applying with a small dual orbital polisher, gets every nook and cranny and I just leave that pad in a zip lock bag till next time. Some people are flipping out on the price… a bottle of either should last you many years. It doesn’t take much. Last thoughts. If they are easy to get off, then they won’t last. If your windshield is hazy, you didn’t get it off. A little more elbow grease next time 🤣

Awesome video I am not a fan of the rain x it worked better 20 years ago than now I am waiting on the griots garage glass sealant so I can apply it can’t wait 😊

I used rain x for years before I switched to Griots glass sealant. They are very similar at first but living in the Seattle area, rain x fails in about 1-2 weeks and Griots lasts for about 2 months. As each product starts to fail I do get a haze and some streaking. I hope this info helps.

You : Hi neighbor can I borrow your car? Neighbor : Huh? Why? You : So I can clean it out. Neighbor : Hell yeah! Wish my neighbors would ask to clean my car!! Lol

I love griots garage products. Well worth the extra cost. They last for years too, I have glass polish from a decade ago lol

Now you need a hydrophobic solution so the interior door panel that got soaked can dry faster.

"Rain X is on the right if you're outside the car and the opposite if you're inside the car." 😂 Bro you can just use driver's side and passenger side.

What is it with Hyundai's & the huge windshields lol.... I always say the windshield is the biggest part of my car 😁... Nice compression... I think the question will be how long they last compared to each other.... I use to love RainX till I had a huge streaking problem...Haven't used it since..

As usual nice video. I haven't used a sealant on my car yet. I do use rain x (orange stuff) for my window washer fluid and get very similar results. At about 50 mph the rain just blows right off. As far as window cleaner everyone has a favorite, I like Meguiar's perfect clarity glass cleaner. Stoners invisible glass is also very good. My least favorite is Chemical Guys glass cleaner. Not trying to throw anyone under the bus, just my experience. Keep the videos coming 👍✌️🇺🇸

They seem the same to me . A good neighbor, would have replaced the blades . Haa. I do think though, that if Griots calls for two coats, it should get two coats. Great review. Take care.

I'm still leaning to the Griot's side nothing against RainX. Just my opinion. Nice review FAB!!

rain x works great unless: It's been on more than a week in hot weather or you turn on the wipers. First wipers swipe and it's gone.

This is not properly prep , like decon,clay,then polish to sealant coating… Rain X are good in side windows and back but front with wiper won’t last long..griots I haven’t tested it yet and others. You need strong sealant that win’t harm by wipers but rain X are good in sides and back and its cheaper. Thats one good tip I can tell you and you save ton make sure fund a sealnt wuth good wiper resistance. If you have one let me know here please…..thanks

I used an applicator pad & do agree that the pad soaked up too much of the product and would have been better served by using just a plain tight weave small towel. I think if a company makes one good product you tend to go to them when you need another type of product (which is why I just ordered Griot's bug remover).

Rain x is temp sentitive when its cold out..I live in canada and drive an 18 and rain x sucks..It smears like crazy when the highways have their version of antifreeze sprayed on and over time it leaves a track in the window..I know you cant go driveing around in all conditions to test but i do..Unless you live in an area 50 deg f and up and have clean rain then i wouldnt use rain x..Never seen the other stuff before so i just use 0000ga steel wool and window cleaner then a cpl good coats of my fav wax...

Many tell nv nova glass has the best results!!! Review please

I wonder how all the door electronics are working after getting drenched in water.

people on your block must think your obsessed but those r usually the people that have dirty cars thank u for making these videos

Wonder how they do with road grime. My car is low so curious. Also do you have to clay or optional if it's a must I surely will hunt some down

I use invisible glass rain repellent idk how long it will last but its pretty good and using wipers is not a problem it doesn't make it judder and hazy like many people said for rain x

Awesome video. I would like to see a how to on cleaning the microfiber towels. Keep up the good work.

Another great video Brian. I am going to delete mine since you have yours out. I really like the Glass sealer and the RainX. I personally will continue to use the RainX after mine runs out for the simple fact of availability. I love the glass sealer. And you are correct about the pricing and ounces. But you are not taking into consideration the fact you can go about any where and get the RainX and you have not figured in shipping on the Glass sealer and having to wait. …..If the glass sealer was at the local stores I would get it all the time

Both seem to be identical. I guess 1-3 month out follow up video would tell the tale.

I’ve been using Rainych since it came out and it never ever had a problem with it and I never use my wipers in a downpour or any rain

Hopefully an update if you find one lasts longer than the other. Honestly anymore I just use the orange rain x washer fluid in my vehicles, it lends the same effect after using it a while and I never have to mess around with that wax on wax off nonsense.

I used rainx along time ago and truly wasn't impressed by it. Yes, it's "cheap" but cheaper ain't always the best way to go. I'm leaning towards griots they both seem to do the job griots just did it alittle better. Thanks for the fab-ulous video.

I can't even watch the video. Why are you talking so dam fast

Great job on this video, it's nice to see RainX has come competition. I'm going to try Griot's next time but when I used RainX I've always noticed the windshield get's dirty quicker, has anyone else noticed that? I also was wondering which brand last the longest after the first application. Thanks again!

I like to super clean the windows then apply wax (banana magic) to the windows just like on paint and it works just like rain-x. Then use news paper to get rid of all the streaks.

This comparison is great however longevity is the key. Rainx last about a month. I've been using Aquapel for 18 years and it lasts about a year. That, to me is the key. I usually apply it once in spring /summer and again in the fall before winter because in Western New York (Buffalo area) and we get lots of snow and it makes a big difference in winter as well.

I use rainx but it doesn't last long. And the application can be tedious. I will like to try griots sealant. Anyone knows where can i buy it in stores? Online you need to spend alot for free delivery, or pay like double the cost of product

I ditched RainX and glass sealants for ceramic coating. I have had it on for 2 years and still performs like new.

ArmorAll came out in 2021 with extreme shield CERAMIC glass treatment&clearner and it last almost a year before apply it again. It is on the pricey side but its a 18oz can,

Try anglwax h2go seems better and rain runs off the windscreen at slower speeds

Aquapel lasts the longest. But their lack of customer service pissed me off the last time. I got a bad batch or applicator or something. Made a mess. I had to compound it off with a polisher and it still didn't get it all off. Never again. Picked up some griot's. Idc of it lasts as long. I don't mind reapplying it every few months.

Before I even get passed the 2 min mark. Here's a thought. buy your neighbor some new blades! You're making a RU-vid video it's the least you could do. Besides, new blades should have been a prerequisite of this test. Your neighbor lent you his car for this test. Least you could do.

Rain x is the best invention since a condom.

I used to use Rain-X but stop using it. Products like these are just a waste of money as I found that all it takes is one really good rain shower to wash away the effectiveness of a product. Whenever we have hard rain it seems that the product wears off and your wipers beginn to rattle and stick. So if you want the water to run off your windshield while using a garden hose, buy it. In real life application, it does not last for very long

I already know that both products work nicely. Like other car products such as waxes, which one lasts the longest. That is what we non-perfectionists look for. Look forward to your update.

Based on the amount of air fresheners in that car it must smell like a cattle trailer .

sounds stupid(redundant), but will i have benefits using griots on a ceramic coated windshield...

How about adding Stoner Invisible Glass spray for comparison, or do you consider Stoner a product for use on the inside of the windshield only?

Notice water test the inside on your neighbor's car funny

If my vehicle is fresh off the lot and i want to apply one of these, can i skip the clay bar method and just clean my glass with stoners invisi glass, then apply?

In the video, after you washed the windshield and before you put the repellent on you had some brown stuff in your hand that you wipe over the windshield? what was the brown stuff and why did you use it?

I would go with the griots because you get more for your money while the rainx comes in a smaller package of half the price so you’d have to buy more

You did not apply the rainx. According to the directions.

Does Griot's leave a film on the windshield like Rain X. Driving into sunlight rain x window has a terrible haze.

I’ve used rainX washer fluid for many years, works very well, buy it when it’s on sale

been using rain x for years in the rainy pnw. i also realized that the 2 are about the same price when factoring the amount of product. i am going to try griots after my bottle of rainx is done. the way to get the haze off is to spray glass cleaner on it after it hazes.

nice what is the update? which one performed well? may i guess? it took 2 to 3 months to last?

When I apply RainX am I suppose to wait a certain amount of time before testing it with water.

I've found out that Rain X seems to have a curing time for the best results. Seems like it's about a day or so. Make sure you don't use the wipers on it too much the first day or else it'll start to streak. Found this out when I was taking a trip rainXed the windshield before we left. Drove for about 5 hours of nothing, then pouring rain, so much so the rainX wasn't keeping up, had to use wipers and then it started streaking and the effect was almost completely gone after 30 minutes of wipers. On the other hand my daily had a few dry days to cure and rainX can last for months. Once the initial dirt build up is removed by wipers then the rainX works exactly the same as it did with the water just flying off in the wiper arches. Typically use wipers as little as necessary as they aren't typically needed above 40MPH with a treated windshield.

the main composant of rain X is " isoprophylic alcool " , you can easily buy 1 liter of isoprophylic alcool by internet for a cheap price ( chipper than the small bottle of RAIN X in cars shops )... here in france i use to buy 2 liters of isoprophylic alcool for 15 € !!!!!

I use Windex to clean RainX off after applying it. Far less streaking.

Can you use this stuff on the side windows and back glass?

Your neighbor has quite the air freshener tree collection on his mirror. 😂

I've used Rain-x for over 40 years. Using the wipers doesn't tell me anything because I used Rain-x so I don't have to use the wipers. The only reason I would switch is for durability. Rain-x can be a bit finicky when road dirt is thrown on the windshield. We need to see a good durability test. Thanks for the video.

Sorry if this was already answered but Can you use this stuff on your shower doors?

Don’t if anyone has mentioned it but the defroster melts it away RainX. Xpel had a version too but that only lasted a round trip from SEA to SFO. I still use RainX for the cheapness factor.

Save yourself some money and wax your windshield with paste wax.

Rain x holds up a couple months but I usually have to apply a coat once evry month so it beeds like it was recently applied

Looks like they both worked the same. But what matters is which one lasts longer. Probably most glass sealants work about the same but some outlast others. I used rainx all the time until Adams came along

What does the inside of your neighbors car smell like to have that many trees?

Do either of them help with water marks left the water dries after it rains?