I was thinking about getting one of those more expensive uni-blade wipers (Bosh Icon etc), but then I checked Consumer Reports and these basic Ancos are rated just as good and for less money.
So far, they wipe like a champ! Anco 31 Series 3118 Wiper Blade - 18"
The Anco 31 Series wiper blade is an excellent value. My last set of Anco wipers lasted a year and were still performing decently when I purchased this blade. They seem to have beefed up the structure of the mechanics and the wipe quality appears even better than my last set. They're very easy to install, simply and securely snapping into place on my Honda.
I've purchased more expensive windshield wipers before and have never noticed a significant difference in quality. I'll be purchasing this product again, especially if they keep the pricing so competative.
I would encourage you to give these wiper blades a try.
This series of Anco wipers is still made with a metal frame that doesn't break if hit by an ice scraper/snow brush. It does not flutter in the wind either and generally provides great wiping for 6-8 months.
If you are an auto enthusiast, perhaps you have certain requirements for your windshield wipers. I only have one -- it has to wipe away all rain in it's path leaving a clean clear view for the driver or passenger. This blade works as it should. It certainly works better than the worn blade it replaced. I simply bought it because Amazon indicated it was a match for my vehicle and it was among the lowest priced wipers available.
Perhaps it will wear out sooner than a "high performance" (aka Expensive) wiper blade, but I'll just buy another cheap one. I would guess it's good for at least two or three years (like my last cheap ones).
Installation was a breeze and the blade came with a few connecting hook options for various vehicles.
It's a wiper blade. If it fits your car, buy it, install it and move on with life. I'm happy with this purchase.
I was afraid these blades would be cheap and/or plastic given the low price. However based on the positives reviews here and elsewhere, I picked them up, and am pleased. They're made of metal and look quality. Even a noob like me had the blades swapped out on my 2008 Mini Cooper in a matter of minutes. I was very happy too that I did not need one of the several provided adapters to install them, they fit perfectly as-is. I've only had one big rain since buying them, but they seem to work great. I am having some loud skipping noise but I think that's my dirty windshield and not the blades.
I recently bought the RAIN-X wipers that were supposed to be great but on my 98 Mountaineer they were horrible and almost completely useless in the winter. I bought these and even with 1/4 to 1/2 inch of snow on the blade they still are able to move snow, rain, whatever. The best part no streaking. On top of that the same blades at O'reillys were 4-6 bucks more and I got these blades next day with two day. I live in St. Paul and I'm glad they shipped from Eagan, MN.
It works and the installation is piece of cake (if you know how, the instructions on the package is quite puzzling). Under California sun, rubber deteriorates quite quickly (about 4 months usage). You got what you paid for.
Great blades and they still on my car, I have forgot how long now when others would dry rot fast these have outlasted them all. Also the price is lower than my local auto parts store. Way to go Amazon. Thanks - Windshield Wiper - Toyota Matrix Wiper Blades - Anco - Wiper Blades'
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