To help you choose the best rubbing compounds, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide. We have tried to cover as much variety as possible. Hope you will find it helpful!
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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Rubbing Compounds
| Rank | Product Name | Score |
|---|---|---|
|
1  |
Turtle Wax T-415 Premium |
9. 7 |
|
2  |
3M Perfect-It EX |
9. 5 |
|
3 |
Meguiar's M8501 Mirror Glaze Diamond Cut |
9. 1 |
|
4 |
3M Marine Compound and Finishing Material |
8. 8 |
|
5 |
Chemical Guys V32 |
8. 6 |
|
6 |
Mothers Professional |
8. 2 |
|
7 |
Blue Ribbon Micro Cut |
8. 0 |
|
8 |
Meguiar's Marine One-Step |
7 .7 |
|
9 |
No.7 Heavy Duty |
7. 4 |
|
10 |
Griot's Garage Complete |
7. 2 |
1. Turtle Wax T-415 Premium
9.7/10 our score
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- Removes scratches, heavy swirl marks, surface blemishes and 1500 grit sanding scratches
- Silicone free formula is safe for use in professional detail, paint and body shops
- Can be applied by hand or with an orbital or rotary polisher
- Safe for all finishes
- Restores gloss and prepares the finish for waxing
- Can be used with cotton, microfiber or foam pads
2. 3M Perfect-It EX
9.5/10 our score
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- EXtra Cutting Power
- EXtra Smooth Handling and Finish
- EXtremely Easy to Use and Clean Up
3. Meguiar's M8501 Mirror Glaze Diamond Cut
9.1/10 our score
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- AUTO BODY COMPOUND: Cuts fast with minimal swirls
- HIGH SOLIDS: Successfully tested in high solids production shops
- VERSATILE USE: Safe and effective on all clear coats, high solids, lacquers, enamels, and all refinished and OEM glossy paints
- PROFESSIONAL LEVEL: Formulated to be effective by rotary buffer and is body shop safe
4. 3M Marine Compound and Finishing Material
8.8/10 our score
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- SAFE FOR GELCOATS AND FIBERGLASS – Formulated specifically for compounding and polishing boats and RVs
- SAVES TIME – Double-duty formula lets you compound and polish in one easy step
- WORKS HARD SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO – Fast-cutting compound removes scratches, stains, swirl marks and oxidation from boat surfaces
- BUFFS TO A HIGH GLOSS – Finishing material polishes surfaces to a bright, smooth shine
- EXCELLENT FOR REFINISHING – Use after sanding and before applying final wax for like-new appearance year round
5. Chemical Guys V32
8.6/10 our score
- Make sure this fits by entering your model number.
- Engineered specifically for scratch-resistant and ceramic clear coats
- Removes 1200-1500 grit sanding scratches
- Formulated using no silicone or fillers
- VOC compliant and body shop safe
- Formulated for extended work time
6. Mothers Professional
8.2/10 our score
- Make sure this fits by entering your model number.
- MOTHERS professional rubbing compound uses the same industry-proven formulas found in body shops worldwide to give you a showroom new finish, without the guesswork
- Rubbing compound works with your favorite buffer to quickly cut through water spots, and effortlessly remove heavy oxidation, car wash scratches and other defects
- Recondition your paint from normal wear and tear, buff fresh paint after color sanding, or even improve your factory applied paint finish, especially clear coats
- Designed for the professional detailer, but simple enough for anyone
- Convenient 12 ounce size
7. Blue Ribbon Micro Cut
8/10 our score
- Make sure this fits by entering your model number.
- Silicone free and body shop safe.
- Micro Cut is specially formulated for basecoat/ clear coat finishes
- Commercial and Consumer use
- Made in the USA since 1900
8. Meguiar's Marine One-Step
7.7/10 our score
9. No.7 Heavy Duty
7.4/10 our score
10. Griot's Garage Complete
7.2/10 our score