The best microfibre car cloths

The internet is awash with simple hacks to make your car look better. Some are better than others; using an old toothbrush to remove embedded crumbs from your interior is a good idea, using washing-up liquid as car shampoo is not because it will ruin the paintwork.

Microfibre car cloths are a simple hack that will have noticeable results almost immediately. Incredibly versatile, there are microfibre cloths designed for a multitude of tasks, so we’ve put together a list of the very best microfibre cloths on sale today. So if you want to buff, polish, or simply clean you’ll be sure to find the perfect microfibre car cloth here.

Before you buy:

How many do I need?

This will probably depend on the frequency of your cleaning and how thorough you are. If you’re cleaning regularly and doing extra steps (like polishing), then you’ll need a fair few at all times. That being said, having a pile isn’t a bad option even if your car is never cleaned, as they can be used to clean other things too (like furniture).

What features should I look for?

Check that any specialised cloth is relevant to your needs. If you never wax your car, for example, then you probably won’t need a buffing microfibre cloth.

Check to see how it needs to be washed. Most microfibre car cloths are fine to put in the washing machine, while others will need to be hand-washed.

The best microfibre car cloths

Spontex Eco Microfibre Cloths 100% Recycled

Editor’s pick

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These excellent general-use microfibre cloths are made with a little more thought. We like that they all differ in colour so that you can assign each cloth to a specific task and know each one won’t suffer from cross-contamination.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Fully recycled
• Good for all uses

Cons

• Not a bargain

Discounted Cleaning Supplies Microfibre Cloths

Best for value

Price: $14.18

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Price: $14.18

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Multiple basic microfibre cloths will always come in handy, and this 10-pack from Discounted Cleaning Supplies should mean you’ll always have a selection to choose from. These may be rather basic in terms of design, but the XL size (40cm x 40cm) and soft finish make it a fine, basic option.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good value for money
• Massive size

Cons

• Not designed for any specific purpose

Autoglym Hi-Tech Microfibre Drying Towel

Best for drying

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When washing your car, horrible streaks can occur when your car doesn’t dry properly. Thankfully, Autoglym has you covered with a microfibre cloth that’s formulated to be extra absorbent. It’ll reduce drying time and leave your paintwork streak-free.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Ideal for paintwork
• Reduces the chance of unsightly streaks

Cons

• Expensive for just one cloth

Glart Microfibre Cloths For Glass Cleaning

Best for glass

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Glass can be a tricky thing to clean, which is why this twin pack from Glart is a great idea. Offering two different cloths (one microfibre, one fishskin), this set is designed to effectively clean windows. The fishskin cloth will remove all imperfections from your car’s glass, and the microfibre cloth will ensure that the glass dries quickly and without any ugly streaks visible.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Great for glass
• One for the trickier areas to clean

Cons

• Microfibre cloth is rather small

Autoglym Hi-Tech Interior Microfibre Cloth

Price: $65.80

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Price: $65.80

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The inside of your car needs cleaning just as much as the outside. Designed to lift dust from the insides of your car, this product from Autoglym will clear dust easily. There is no need to use any other products either, this cloth should be enough to remove dust on its own. It isn’t designed to be used with water, however, so be careful to store it somewhere where it won’t get wet.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Helps remove dust with ease
• No need to use extra products to dust

Cons

• Interior use only

Gtechniq MF1 ZeroR Microfibre Buff Cloth

Best for buffing

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Waxing a car is the final stage for many detailers. After a good wash, they wax the car so it looks absolutely stunning. This cloth is designed for waxing and will remove excess wax while buffing the paint. This price for one is a bit steep, but you can also buy a 10 pack, which represents far better value.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Helps remove excess wax

Cons

• Expensive for one

Armor All Microfibre Noodle Car Wash Mitt

Best microfibre glove

Price: $31.61

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Price: $31.61

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$37.88

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A microfibre glove like this one will allow the wearer to clean intricate areas that they may not otherwise be able to. This microfibre glove is designed to pick up more dirt than a standard microfibre cloth, perfect for cleaning your car’s alloy wheels. Then, of course, there is the addition of a regular cloth for drying or polishing.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Get the deepest clean in areas you usually miss

Cons

• Could do with another cloth

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