Aquawax vs. OCW and Speed Demon?

**FishWagon** · 02-16-2008, 01:57 PM

I have been using AquaWax but am always wanting to try new products. How would you say it compares to Optimum Car Wax and Surf City Garage Speed Demon?

I am curious about:

1) Longevity of true protection

2) Looks and feel (slickness, shine, etc).

I also have never tried FK1 425 or Surf City Hot Rod. I realize they don`t offer the protection that the spray waxes do, but am wondering if the spray waxes look comprable to the FK1 425 and Hot Rod (which I hear look incredible and are very slick).

thanks

**clipperfan** · 02-16-2008, 07:22 PM

Having used AW and OCW, i would say AW wins hands down. I like optimum products but AW in my go to product between.

**Chris@Optimum** · 02-16-2008, 07:39 PM

Don`t buy OCW off the shelf, the new formula will be out soon.

**Scottwax** · 02-16-2008, 07:41 PM

The new OCW will be out in the next week or so (they`ve been waiting on new labels) and IMO, it is definitely better than AW; slicker, more durable and looks better.

**budman3** · 02-16-2008, 08:21 PM

OCW > AW, IMO, and that`s the old OCW... can`t wait for the new version!

**imported_DieselMDX** · 02-16-2008, 08:27 PM

I will say aw cause that is the only one i have used and just search aquawax and u will see EVERYONE that have used it, say it is one of the best

**purplenurple** · 02-16-2008, 09:29 PM

I`ve not tried OCW, but like SD and AW. SD gives the just `nuba washed look and AW gives more of a sealant look

**Chris@Optimum** · 02-16-2008, 10:25 PM

Originally Posted by Scottwax

The new OCW will be out in the next week or so (they`ve been waiting on new labels) and IMO, it is definitely better than AW; slicker, more durable and looks better.

woo hoo, been waitin...Thanks for the heads up Scott!:clap: :heelclick :spot

**Deep Gloss Auto Salon** · 02-16-2008, 10:39 PM

AW and OCW are an apples to apples product comparison of sorts (Sealant vs Nuba - both spray).. and IMO AW wins.

AW and SC SDemon is not an accurate product comparison.. AW is a spray sealant SC SD is a QD with hopped up on nuba..warm glow.. SC SD Detailer is a GREAT product if you are not needing bulk rates - free shipping does help out a lot..

**a.k.a. Patrick** · 02-16-2008, 11:50 PM

Originally Posted by Scottwax

it is definitely better than AW; slicker, more durable and looks better.

Gawd I hope so Scott! I dont really see what the big deal is about AW anyway?!? And why does everyone think AW is a sealant? The label says one thing but the DG folks say another. It has Nuba content folks......Just like OCW does...

The SC Speed Demon is among one of the best QD`s I have ever used.

And SC Hot Rod is a very "warm" looking, as well as slick QD/Spray detailer/Spray Wax.

**NSXTASY** · 02-16-2008, 11:56 PM

OCW > AW

OCW is more durable and has a far better look IME.

At $35 gallon, OCW is simply outstanding.

**Scottwax** · 02-17-2008, 12:10 AM

Originally Posted by a.k.a. Patrick

Gawd I hope so Scott! I dont really see what the big deal is about AW anyway?!?

I don`t either. Looks good but didn`t blow me away like I was expecting it too after reading about it here. Seems more like an amped up QD like Z8 is.