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Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee vs Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension

Buy the Rain-X if you clean a windshield or high windows and want reach; buy the Amazon Basics if you want a short hand tool for mirrors, tiles and shower glass. The Rain-X extends to 39 inches with a twist-lock and adds spot scrubbers, and its 4.6 rating from 641 owners backs it up. The Amazon Basics is compact, comes with three silicone blades and a removable handle, but it has no extension and no scrubber. Neither is a heavy-duty tool; both are light plastic-and-silicone jobs.

  • Choose the Amazon Basics squeegee if you want a compact hand tool for mirrors, shower glass and tiles, with spare silicone blades in the box.
  • Choose the Rain-X squeegee if you need to reach a windshield or high windows without a ladder, and want a scrubber for bug splatter.

Prices

  • Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee: $6.73 at Amazon (last seen Nov 12)
  • Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension: $8.22 at Walmart (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee is $1.49 cheaper than the Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 12)
Amazon Basics
Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee with Handle

Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee

Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee with Handle

$6.73at AmazonChecked Nov 12
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Pros
  • Three silicone blades included
  • Blades claimed to last 6 times as long as traditional ones
  • Removable non-slip handle for compact storage
  • Dual-edge blade works on mirrors, tiles and shower glass
Cons
  • No extension, so high windshields are out of reach
  • No scrubber for bug splatter
  • Few owner ratings to judge long-term wear
Rain-X
Rain-x 8" Windshield Squeegee Tool with 39" Extension

Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension

Rain-x 8" Windshield Squeegee Tool with 39" Extension

4.6(641 ratings)
$8.22at WalmartChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Extends to 39 inches to reach windshields and high windows
  • Integrated spot scrubbers handle bug splatter and grime
  • Flow-thru design cuts splash-back
  • 4.6 out of 5 from 641 ratings
Cons
  • No spare blades included
  • Handle does not detach, so it is bulkier to store
  • Long handle is awkward for close work on mirrors

What separates them

Amazon Basics Windshield SqueegeeRain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension
ReachFixed short handle, hand reach onlyTwist-lock handle extends to 39 inches
Blade materialSilicone, dual-edge, three blades includedSqueegee edge with microfiber and integrated spot scrubbers
ScrubbingNo scrubber; wipes onlyIntegrated spot scrubbers for bug splatter and grime
Splash controlPlain blade, no flow-throughFlow-thru design reduces splash-back from the bucket
Spare partsThree dual-edge blades in the box; blades claimed to last 6 times as long as traditional onesSingle unit, no spare blades listed
HandleRemovable non-slip handleFixed extension handle, not removable
Owner feedbackLittle owner feedback to go on4.6 out of 5 from 641 ratings
Best surfaceFlat indoor glass: mirrors, shower doors, tiles, windowsCar windshields and windows, plus home glass

Price history

  • Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee: lowest $6.73 on Nov 10 at Amazon; $6.73 on Nov 12.

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Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee

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    $6.73Checked Nov 12
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    $20.06+ $10.00 shippingChecked Nov 12
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    $24.99+ $19.99 shippingChecked Nov 12
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Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension

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    $8.22+ $5.99 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Specs compared

SpecAmazon Basics Windshield SqueegeeRain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension
ColorblackMulticolor
Blade Width8 inch—
Width19 cm—
Length24.51 cm—
Blade Length8 inch—
Blade MaterialSilicone—
Intended UseWiping tiles, Wiping mirrors, Wiping shower sur…—
Typical UsersUNISEX, ADULT—
Handle MaterialSilicone—
Design TypeWindow squeegee, Car window squeegee—
Design SubtypeDual-edge silicone blades—
Handle TypeRemovable non-slip handle, With Handle—
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SpecAmazon Basics Windshield SqueegeeRain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension
Product TypeWindow Squeegee—
Design HighlightsCompact design—
size—39
Material—Microfiber
Quantity—1
Type—Drying Tool
Squeegee width—8 inch
Extension length—39 inch

What reviewers say

Amazon Basics Windshield Squeegee

Buyers of this class of silicone squeegee generally find it effective on shower glass and car windows, with the included spare blades seen as good value. Complaints center on the small blade size and a light, plasticky feel.

What people mention
  • Blade sizeMixedThe 8-inch blade is handy in corners but takes many passes on large windows.
  • Silicone bladesPraisedOwners say the silicone edge stays soft and leaves fewer streaks than rubber.
  • Build qualityCriticisedSome find the handle and frame light and plasticky compared with pro tools.
  • Spare bladesPraisedBuyers like getting three dual-edge blades in the box.

Rain-X 8" Windshield Squeegee with Extension

  • 4.6 / 5641 ratings

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 641 ratings, owners mostly praise the long reach and the scrubbers for bug splatter. Some note the handle flexes when fully extended.

What people mention
  • ReachPraisedOwners like the 39-inch extension for reaching tall windshields without a ladder.
  • ScrubbersPraisedThe integrated spot scrubbers are credited with lifting bug splatter and grime.
  • Splash-backPraisedThe flow-thru head is said to keep bucket water from splashing back.

Questions and answers

Which is better for cleaning a car windshield?
The Rain-X. Its 39-inch extension reaches across the glass and the spot scrubbers lift bug splatter. The Amazon Basics is a short hand tool better suited to mirrors and shower glass.
Which lasts longer?
The Amazon Basics ships with three silicone blades and claims each lasts six times as long as a traditional blade, so it should go longer between replacements. The Rain-X is a single unit with no spare blades listed.
Is the Rain-X worth stepping up to?
Yes if you clean windshields or high windows. The extension and scrubbers do jobs the Amazon Basics cannot. For mirrors and tiles, the shorter Amazon Basics is easier to control.
Does the Amazon Basics handle come off?
Yes. The handle is removable, which makes it compact to store. The Rain-X handle is fixed and does not detach.
Can either be used indoors?
Both can. The Amazon Basics is sized for mirrors, shower doors and tiles. The Rain-X works on home glass too, but its long handle is clumsy in tight spaces.

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  • Handle flexCriticisedSome owners say the handle flexes when fully extended.