Meguiar's Mirror Glaze M105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz vs Griot's Garage Paint Cleaning Clay for Car Detailing
Overall winner: Meguiar's Mirror Glaze M105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz
Key Differences
Meguiar's M105 (A) is an aggressive cutting compound that removes moderate to heavy defects and 1200-grit sanding marks with ultra-fast cutting capability, while Griot's Garage Clay (B) is a paint-cleaning clay designed to remove bonded impurities and prep paint for polishing or waxing. Choose A if you need heavy defect removal and sanding mark correction; choose B if you need surface-decontamination and silky-smooth finish preparation before polishing or waxing
Meguiar's Mirror Glaze M105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz
Defect-removing car compound that cuts through sanding marks and swirl defects. Noted for ease of application and finish, with mixed removal ease among users
Pros
- removes moderate to heavy defects
- cuts through 1200 grit sanding marks
- ultra-fast cutting capability
- easy to apply (per some customers)
Cons
- mixed feedback on ease of removal
- some users find removal very hard
Griot's Garage Paint Cleaning Clay for Car Detailing
Paint cleaning clay bar removes bonded impurities to prep for polishing or waxing; leaves paint slick and ready for finish. Customers note effective performance and a silky-smooth finish
Pros
- removes bonded impurities
- prepares surface for polishing or waxing
- silky-smooth paint finish
- easy to use
Cons
- may leave yellow-orange residue on some cars
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Meguiar's |
| Durability | Meguiar's |
| Versatility | Meguiar's |
| User Reviews | Meguiar's |