Bumping as really good info here. I was going to buy the Car guys hybrid wax - but then stumbled on this thread. I’m using the ONR 2 bucket system to wash my M3. And Tesla Raj had recommended I go with the wax, but wondering if others have feedback on how Hyper Seal has worked out for them?
Thanks for bumping this thread from 2019. I was reviewing it. It is funny how my thinking has changed since I first contributed to this post.
I still think Hyper Seal is a great product, but I no longer use it. There are two main reasons. First, it is pretty expensive ($50 for 16oz) and, second, it has a mild "chemical" smell. Nothing horrible, but there are many more pleasant-smelling products on the market.
Also, I no longer use OptiSeal. It is simply not nearly as durable as other sealants on the market.
If you are looking for a product to be your main paint protection, these are the products I would consider using:
1) For a ceramic-infused spray sealant, I recommend Griot's Garage Ceramic 3-in-1 Wax. You should get at least 5 or 6 months of protection from this product. Other friends of mine like Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic Spray Sealant, but I have not personally used this.
2) If you want something more durable than a spray sealant but don't want to apply a full-on ceramic coating, then definitely check out Gyeon's Cancoat Evo. Cancoat Evo is considered a "light" ceramic coating. It is very easy to apply and is very forgiving. Gyeon claims 12 months of protection and it can be applied outdoors. This should outlast any spray sealant.
3) If you want the most protection, then you want to go for an actual ceramic coating such as CQuartz UK 3.0 or Gyeon Pure Evo. If you are new to coatings, Gyeon also makes a coating for beginners called One Evo. It is not quite as durable as Pure Evo, but it is easier to apply and is more forgiving.
If you are looking for a product to maintain your protection between major applications, I would recommend Xtreme Solutions Topper (ceramic-infused spray topper), Technicians Choice Ceramic Detail Spray, Griot's Garage Ceramic Speed Shine, or Gyeon Ceramic Detailer.