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Windshield wipers may be the biggest afterthought on your car — but among the most important safety features.

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By Tyler Duffy

Published November 14, 2022

Updated November 17, 2023

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Wiper blades may be the biggest afterthought on your car. No one buys a car because it has a great set of windshield wipers; indeed, you may not think about them for months or years…until that freak winter snow storm makes them your car’s most crucial piece of safety tech. And while you typically don’t think about replacing wiper blades until you see a telltale piece of rubber hanging off or hear the horrific sound of them squeaking or scoring your windshield, manufacturers may tell you to replace them every few months (taking care of it before winter hits is not a bad idea).

Wiper blades are also an item you can source for yourself without going to a specialist auto parts store; you can order them on Amazon with ease. Self-installation can be some of the easiest car maintenance to do yourself; you don’t need any tools beyond opposable thumbs. However, manufacturer instructions when adapters get involved can get confusing for newbies.

Products in the Guide

Bosch Icon Wiper Blade
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Rain-X Latitude 2-in-1 Wiper Blade
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Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady Wiper Blade
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Rain-X Silicone Endura Wiper Blades
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ANCO 31-Series Wiper Blade
The Best Affordable Wiper Blade
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Piaa Aero Vogue Silicone Wiper Blade
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Piaa Super Silicone Wiper Blade
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AERO Voyager Premium All-Season Windshield Wiper Blades
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Types of Wipers

Conventional Wipers

Most often found on older cars, have a metal frame attached to a rubber blade. They are the cheapest option and can save you money. But they are less durable than other wiper types, which can mean you’ll be changing them out more often.

Beam-style Wipers

Made from a solid piece of rubber, tend to be the most expensive; on the flip side, they are more flexible, better performing, better for snow and ice, and more durable.

Hybrid wipers

A hybrid option between the two — typically with rubber covering the metal frame for a sleeker look and better protection and aerodynamic performance.

Local Weather

Consider where you live. If you reside in Palm Springs, having the optimal set of wiper blades probably won’t matter so much. If you live somewhere rainy like Louisiana, you may want better ones. If you’re preparing for winter up in Minnesota, you’ll probably want wipers that are optimized for cold weather.

Wiper Blade Size

Different cars have different sizes of blades; indeed, the two wipers on your windshield can be different sizes, as well. Luckily, you can find that information easily enough in your car’s owner’s manual or on the Internet. You can also input your car model on sites like Amazon and view a list of all compatible wipers.

How We Tested

Amazon

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Bosch Icon Wiper Blade

$29.00 at Amazon

Pros

Bosch uses a proprietary rubber compound for extra durability
Tension spring arcing technology for a customized fit to the windshield
Spoiler to distribute downforce evenly and holds the blade to the windshield at high speeds
Has operated quietly and effectively in our testing

Cons

They are pricier than alternative blades, especially conventional and hybrid blades

Rain-X Latitude 2-in-1 Wiper Blade

$17.00 at Amazon
$18.00(8% off)

Pros

Operate smoothly and quietly
Contour to the windshield for a precise fit
Designed to operate in all weather conditions
Applies a water repellent layer to the windshield

Cons

Installation process trickier than instructions made it seem
Our tester received a faulty blade

Our tester has used RainX wipers in the past and had mixed feelings toward them — She appreciates their wiping power and clarity but found them much trickier to install than the included paper instructions or video tutorial make it seem. The team’s tip of using a quarter to pop open the clasp on the new blade is actually pretty darn useful, but be aware if you have J-hook wiper attachments (large or small) you need to make sure you fully insert the hook into the blade before you can click the clasp shut.

The RainX blades do their job well, but our tester thinks the shorter blade she received had a defect — there was a slight gap in the middle of the blade that doesn’t touch the windshield glass, resulting in an annoying stripe of water that she can’t get rid of.

Overall, our tester found the RainX wiper blades to be quiet. They didn’t rub or squeak along the windshield. And they effortlessly removed water and additional minor build-up on her windshield.

Type: Beam
Blade: Natural Rubber

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Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady Wiper Blade

$15.00 at Amazon

Pros

Designed for all weather conditions from -20º to 212ºF
Universal adapter system to install on different types of vehicles
ResponsEdge technology provides tension for a perfect windshield fit
Smooth and steady performance in our testing

Cons

Installation instructions can be confusing

Rain-X Silicone Endura Wiper Blades

$24.00 at Amazon
$30.00(21% off)

Pros

More durable silicone blades
Easy switch-out adapters
QR code on packaging links to installation videos
Workable range between -20ºF and 194ºF

Cons

Among the pricier options out there with price creeping up toward $60 for a pair

The Rain-X Silicone Eudra is a more premium offering from Rain-X, incorporating Silicone blades rather than natural rubber, which the manufacturer claims will last twice as long and perform better in harsh temperatures at either end of the thermometer. They also include easy switch-out adapters and a QR code link to instruction videos for first-time installers.

Type: Beam
Blade: Silicone

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ANCO 31-Series Wiper Blade

$9.00 at Amazon
$10.00(11% off)

Pros

Very affordable at about one third the price of high-end beam options
Uses a KwikConnect system for easy installation
Proprietary DuraKlear rubber compound for a clear, consistent wipe
Available in 10" to 28" sizes

Cons

Conventional blades may be more vulnerable to wear and tear

The ANCO 31-Series wiper blade is a solid, conventional replacement blade. Its main value is delivering reasonable durability and performance with its low price point under $20. It features a “KwikConnect” system for easy installation and a “DuraKlear” rubber compound to provide a clear, consistent wipe.

Type: Conventional
Blade: Natural Rubber

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Piaa Aero Vogue Silicone Wiper Blade

$39.00 at Amazon

Pros

Durable silicone blades last longer than conventional rubber
You can replace the silicone blade without replacing the entire wiper
Aerodynamic cover reduces lift and keeps the wiper stuck to the windshield
Coats windshield with water repellent silicone

Cons

These blades are pricey, even compared to high-end beam blades

Piaa uses silicone wiper blades, which the brand says will last twice as long as conventional rubber ones. The blades leave a water-repelling silicone coating on the windshield. The silicone blades themselves are also refillable, so you don’t need to replace the entire wiper. The cover has an aero pass-through which helps reduce lift and keep the blade planted to the windshield.

The main drawback is the price point. Piaa blades can be expensive up front, even compared to high-end beam blades.

Type: Hybrid
Blade: Silicone

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Piaa Super Silicone Wiper Blade

$39.00 at Amazon

Pros

Leaves a water-repelling silicone coating
Silicone blades last longer than conventional rubber ones
Blades are refillable so you don't need to replace the entire wiper

Cons

Not as dynamic or sleek looking as the aero vogue
Pricey for a conventional blade option

Piaa’s Super Silicone blades are a more affordable option compared to the Aero Vogue. They still offer the durability benefits of silicone blades, the water-repellent windshield coating and the refillable silicone blades. But the trade-off is the conventional frame structure which is not as sleek and aerodynamic as the Aero Vogue.

Type: Conventional
Blade: Silicone

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AERO Voyager Premium All-Season Windshield Wiper Blades

$18.00 at Amazon

Pros

Affordable price point, often under $20
Includes extra wiper blade refills
Temperature tolerance rating goes down to -40ºF

Cons

No adapter system. Only compatible with J-Hook vehicles

Aero’s Voyager wipers are another great affordable wiper blade option. They are low cost up front in two packs and come with additional blade refills when the first ones run out. The rubber blades have a Teflon coating for streak-free functionality and their temperature tolerance — 158ºF to -40ºF — is higher than yours. One drawback is the Aero Voyager blades don’t come with an adapter. They are only compatible with J-Hook wiper arms.

Type: Beam
Blade: Teflon-coated Rubber

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