Glass squeegees are useful for clearing away any imperfections on your car’s windows. Of course, your windscreen has a set of wipers but sometimes it can be a little difficult to clear away dirt (or water) from your side windows, and who doesn’t want clear windows when they drive? Especially during the months when the best winter products should be on your shortlist.
A good glass cleaner and microfibre towel is a start, but to really eliminate water without leaving streaks, a squeegee can’t be beaten. And let’s not forget that simply running a squeegee blade across all your car’s windows will save so much more time than the whole process of applying glass cleaner and drying them. A useful tip on a busy winter morning.
A squeegee is a simple silicone blade perfect for effectively pushing water off glass, leaving behind a streak-free finish. A dash of rain repellent will prevent those nasty streaks from building up on your windscreen, but the physicality of a squeegee is all the more satisfying.
The best glass squeegees at a glance:
During the winter months after you’ve gone into battle with an ice scraper, water is usually left behind. A good squeegee will help make your windscreen go from a de-iced one to a crystal clear one. These are the best examples.
The best glass squeegees
The best glass squeegee
Autoglym even claims that this is suitable to be used on a ‘thoroughly cleaned’ car, although we’d still recommend getting busy with a proper drying towel instead to avoid any risk of scratching.
Pros
- Great build quality
- Flexible blade designed to glide over many car windows and glass
- Perfect for both car and home tasks, too
Cons
- Doesn't include any extras, despite the price point
Editor's pick
Rrp: $17.95
Rrp: $17.95
It's an ideal item for not just car windows, but also household glass and tiles as well. Included in the purchase is a suction cup storage holder which means you can hang up the squeegee on your bathroom wall at home. A very simple, but practical answer to where you're going to put it afterwards.
Pros
- Suction cup storage mount included
- Ideal for jobs in both the car and home
- Good quality stainless steel construction
Cons
- The larger sizes are possibly overkill for some cars
Best squeegee for small cars
Designed for use in the home and car, this squeegee makes use of OXO’s legendary ‘Good Grips’ handle design meaning it remains comfortable and ergonomic to hold while in use. It’s also affordable and built with quality in mind.
Pros
- Small size makes it easy to store
- Great for smaller car windows
- Good value for money
Cons
- The job will take longer on larger car windows
Most flexible glass squeegee
At 310mm long the Gadlane squeegee should be able to tackle even the largest of windows with ease, taking you less time to clear the window and more time on the road.
Pros
- Flexible design
- Large enough for even the biggest windows
- Ideal for curved windows
Cons
- 310mm length may be difficult to store
Best curved squeegee
There are three sizes available and Vikan is renowned for quality and affordability, making this squeegee a smart purchase.
Pros
- Effective design with the curvature
- Good quality construction
- Good value for money
Cons
- The handle makes storage a tad tricky
Best glass squeegee for cars and home
It's designed for use on not only car windscreens, but also windows in the home as well - making this a usefully versatile piece of kit. You even get a rubber handle on the end - this can be useful on cold, icy mornings when your gloves need something to keep a grip of.
Pros
- Very wide coverage with a 35cm blade
- Suitable for anything from tiles to windscreens
- Other sizes are available
Cons
- The larger options could be overkill for some
Best versatile glass squeegee
Rrp: $11.99
Rrp: $11.99
You get a range of three different colours and if you don't want to use the suction wall hook, there's a hole on the handle to hang it as well.
Pros
- Durable build quality
- Easy to store, thanks to its suction cup mount
- Suitable for both glass on cars and home as well as tiles
Cons
- The colour options are quite boring
Best budget squeegee
You can opt for a one, two, or three-pack depending on your choice, and all boast great value. But don't expect the build quality to be top-notch.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Can be had in packs
- Capable for both the car and the home
Cons
- Build quality isn't the best
Best value squeegee
It also represents great value for money at under £7 for the item, which is considerably less than most options - particularly the squeegee option from Autoglym.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Ideal for all car windows and mirrors
- A good handle for grip
Cons
- Build quality isn't as great as some others
FAQs
What is a squeegee, and why should I use it on my car windows?
A squeegee is a tool with a flat, smooth rubber blade used to remove water, cleaning solutions, or debris from surfaces. Using a squeegee on car windows ensures a streak-free finish, improves visibility, and removes dirt and grime effectively. It is especially useful after washing your car or during rainy weather to quickly clear water off the windows.
Can a squeegee scratch my car windows or paint?
When used correctly, a squeegee is generally safe for use on car windows. However, if dirt or debris is on the rubber blade or if the blade is damaged, it could potentially scratch the glass. It is important to keep the squeegee blade clean and replace it if it shows signs of wear. Avoid using a squeegee on the car’s painted surfaces to prevent scratches, especially if the surface is dirty.
Can I use a squeegee on tinted car windows?
Yes, you can use a squeegee on tinted car windows. However, ensure the squeegee is clean, and the rubber blade is in good condition to avoid scratching or damaging the tint film.
Is a squeegee effective for cleaning the inside of car windows?
Yes, a squeegee can be used on the inside of car windows. For best results, use a smaller squeegee designed for interior use to navigate tight spaces and angles.
Can a squeegee be used to remove snow and ice from car windows?
While a squeegee can help remove light snow or frost, it is not ideal for removing thick ice. For heavy snow and ice, a dedicated ice scraper or a combination of a brush and ice scraper is more effective. After scraping, a squeegee can be used to clear any remaining water or frost.
How to deal with condensation on car windows
While glass squeegees are a great go-to option when wiping moisture off car windows, we highly recommend also using a car dehumidifier. What these do is absorb the developing moisture that builds up in your vehicle overnight, leaving you with a clear, dry windscreen during the winter times.
Other things to consider with glass squeegees
You really shouldn’t use them on your bodywork unless you like scratched paintwork. Glass squeegees look flexible enough to curve to the contours of a car while effectively scraping away water. But, in reality, that blade will collect any tiny bits of grit and drag them across your paintwork, leaving no water and a scratch. But alongside a snow shovel, perhaps, they are still really useful things to keep in your car over winter.
For getting moisture off the bodywork of your car, we recommend sticking to a dedicated drying towel. When it comes to the inside of your car, we highly recommend keeping a dehumidifier on your dashboard. It keeps the air nice and fresh.
You may also believe that simply using your windscreen wipers will suffice in ridding the morning water. While this is true, glass squeegees will leave a clearer finish, enabling a streak-free finish all the way across your windscreen and every other window, and giving you a lot more vision. That’s particularly vital when the light is low and temperatures drop. But hopefully not so low, that you’ll have to resort to a set of snow chains.
Aaron Hussain is a commercial content writer at Bauer Media writing for Parkers and CAR. He is obsessed with classic cars and anything with a fascinating story to tell.
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