Can you tell me if there is any appreciable difference between these two Megs products. Obviously the price is a sticking point with me. I've read the Megs product guide and by reading I see none in their descriptions. However, I feel a bit more comfortable knowing from an experienced user.

16 ounces Mirror Glaze#3 medium cut, and #2 fine cut, both sell for $9.99.

7 ounces of Scratch-X sells for $8.69.

So what's the deal, Camille?

 

I am sure RockPick can help much more than I can but the Professional Line, Mirror Glaze, are for machine application with a DA or rotary, while Scratch-X was made to be applied by hand. Also I think the Mirror Glaze stuff is intended to be used over large areas whereas the Scratch-X is really kind of meant for smaller areas.

 

Anybody?

 

Having never used medium cut or fine cut, the only thing I can really tell you is how abrasive Meguiars rates those particular products according to the scale of 1 to 10 that they use on their professional line of products.

#3 is actually Machine glaze and is not very abrasive at all with an abrasive rating of 1.

#1 medium-cut has an abrasive rating of 7

#2 fine-cut has an abrasive rating of 5

ScratchX I believe would probably rate at about a 3 on the abrasive scale with #82 or #9 being the closest equivalents to Scratch X from the professional line of products.

Hopefully that helps some, but I’m sure someone else with actual experience with those particular products may offer you some better information.

 

Not sure, but I am sure RP has a answer better than I can give, LOL!! (Just pickin with your RP)...

 

That's cool, thanks fellas. While Megs has so many products to choose from their product marketing is quite strange unless one is very familiar using their products.

I'm wondering if anybody has, or can post a comparison list--pro-line equivalent to the A line, Wal-mart, K-Mart consumer products. (i.e.) Deep Crystal wax would compare to what, in the professional line.

It's like this Scratch-X stuff. 7 onces for the same price as 16 onces of something very similar or the same? I'm all for using their products, but for cryin' out loud, that's a helluva price difference.

 

There really is no 100% direct equivalent products between the consumer and professional lines. Each are uniquely formulated in one way or another, however there are many products in the pro line that will do what a product from the consumer line will do and then some. If you are looking to replace one of their consumer products with a similar product from their professional line, more times than not the professional product will be more money, with ScratchX being the exception (ounce per ounce). For example the deep crystal wax from the consumer line is approx. $5.49 for 16 ounces, while #26 (the next closest product from their professional line) is $12.49 for 16 ounces. Just using that as an example.

 

Have any of you guys ever had any luck with scratch -x? I've used it a few times and it seems to lighten up the scratch for a few minutes and then as I look at it again it seems to look just as bad! Any one else feel the same?

 

When one looks at it like that Mister B. I would agree to a certain extent. However, I wouldn't agree with a 100% non-equivalent. For instance what is the difference between say #9 swirl remover and Deep Crystal system polish. #9 is priced at $10.99 for 16 onces, while the DC is $5.49 for 16 onces.

While I'm reading the product description for both, I don't read much of a difference between the two except for the price, label. It maybe worded a little differently but the bottom line is, they both do or accomplish the same thing/results according to what is written in Megs product statement. And both can be applied by machine, so the story goes from Megs.

Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax VS. Hi-Tech Yellow Wax. $5.49 - $12.49 Both 16 onces.

In order to “lock in” and protect the eye dazzling finish you created with Steps 1 and 2 of the Deep Crystal® System, you need to apply a protective coating that will enhance and extend the perfect finish created by Deep Crystal System Polish. Our Deep Crystal System Carnauba Wax delivers durable, long-lasting high gloss protection with superb water beading action.

Hi-Tech Yellow Wax is a premium yellow Carnauba wax blended with silicones, polymers and other waxes. Adds richness and depth of color. Provides ultimate high gloss protection to any previously cleaned and polished paint finish. Available in liquid or paste.


NXT Tech wax VS. #21 Synthetic Sealant. $17.39 18 onces - $19.00 16 onces.

After years of research into advanced polymer chemistry, Meguiar’s® has created a wax powered by Engineered Synthetic Polymer (ESP) technology. The result, NXT Generation® Tech Wax™, is the most technologically advanced synthetic protectant for paint available for today’s modern finishes and clear coats. Our breakthrough formulation goes on and comes off easy without a powdery residue to visually eliminate fine swirls, protect against UV damage, and leave your finish “amped up” – with a deep, wet-look shine that is unbelievably intense. ESP technology creates a tough polymer bond for xtreme, durable protection.

Meguiar's® NEW M2116 Professional Synthetic Sealant

Synthetic polymer formulation provides technologically advanced paint care and protection.

Produces a noticeable deeper, darker, more reflective paint finish
Synthetic polymers deliver extreme protection
Elminates fine scratches and swirls, creating a flawless finish
Glides on easy, with a smooth, resistance-free wipe-off.

 

Nope, I don't feel the same. I've used it on well over 100 vehicles over the years for 'removing' (not filling) scratches and it works just fine for me.

 

I concur with qadsan...

I've used it on oodles of vehicles as well with great results.

 

Really..wow! Im not knocking the product because all I use is meguiars..I guess Im just using it wrong!

 

You really got to work it vigorously with enough pressure until it breaks down and then wipe if off to inspect the results. Most of the time you'll need at least a couple applications before you see good results, but it will remove scratches / swirls within reason. It can also fake you out pretty easily because it does contain fillers and people often think their scratches / swirls are gone when in fact they're simply filled. One wash later and the scratches come back because the fillers washed out. Always make sure to wipe the area down real good after using ScratchX to make sure you've actually removed the scratches / swirls as opposed to just filling them, but the product definitely works.

If you can feel the scratch with your fingernail, then the best it can do it minimize the scratch.