Undrdog vs. Chemical Guys: The Ultimate Detailing Showdown

To keep your four-wheeled beast in pristine condition, you need products that pack a punch and deliver knockout results.

Both Undrdog and Chemical Guys probably have what it takes to transform your ride from a dusty relic to a showroom superstar…

But each have their own advantages and disadvantages.

We're not here to spout marketing mumbo-jumbo or bore you with technical jargon.

We're gonna give it to you straight, stripped down to the bare metal.

So let’s fire them up and see which car detailing product is the best and where you should get.

You want your ride to shine, but you’re not looking to spend hours fumbling with complicated instructions and application processes. 

So let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of Undrdog vs Chemical Guys to uncover which product is the easiest to use. 

This spray-on ceramic coating is designed to be quick and convenient. You might think that a spray coating is fairly easy to apply, but here's the deal: it requires some attention to detail. 

While spraying may sound like a walk in the park, you'll want to ensure you achieve complete coverage without any missed spots. 

Otherwise, you'll end up with some patchy coating and an uneven finish. 

That’s why we’re giving this “ceramic coating” a 7 out of 10.

When it comes to keeping your ride looking pristine without breaking a sweat Quick Detail is a sprayable superhero that you need. 

With its weather-tolerant composition, applying Quick Detail spray is as smooth as it gets. 

Attention to detail is still required, but It’s easier to ensure that you get even coverage than with HydroCharge Plus. The trick is to spread it with a terry cloth or a microfiber.

This bad boy is designed to be your partner in shine, effortlessly transforming your vehicle into a gleaming masterpiece.

Quick Detail doesn't waste your precious time. In as little as 5-10 minutes, you'll have a ride that shines brighter than a supernova. It's the ultimate time-saving tool for busy car enthusiasts who want results without the hassle.

We give it an 8 out of 10 for ease of use. 

HydroSlick is a ceramic wax that requires a careful hand and a bit of finesse.

It's thicker in consistency, resembling a gel, which means you need to be mindful not to go overboard when applying it.

Use too much, and you'll find yourself putting in some serious elbow grease to remove the excess.

This car wax might not be the best fit for a DIY-er, but pro detailers shouldn’t have too much trouble with it. 

We give it a solid 8 out of 10 for ease of use.

Undrdog Pro is a powerful liquid that you’ll easily apply on your car’s surface with an application pad or a piece of cloth.

The application’s smooth and the liquid spreads effortlessly allowing you to achieve even coverage without breaking a sweat.

The better consistency and format simplify the process which means you’ll get to spend less time scratching your head and more time admiring that flawless shine.

And the best thing about it is - you won’t miss a spot because of how easily it spreads across the surface!

It can also be applied in direct sunlight which can make your life easier if you’re not parking your car in a garage.

We give Undrdog Pro a 10 out of 10 for ease of use. 

It’s our own product so we might be biased ¯\_(ツ)_/¯, but feel free to ask 5000 detailers in our FB group what they have to say about us. 

We’ve compared two pairs of products: HydroCharge Plus vs Quick Detail and HydroSlick vs Undrdog Pro. 

When it comes to ease of application, Quick Detail and Undrdog Pro win the battle against their Hydro counterparts. 

It's time to talk about longevity. We all want our ride's shine to last as long as possible, so let's see which one can go the distance you need.

Chemical Guys claims that it can last up to 12 months with the right kind of application, but it seems to not pack as much of a punch as Quick Detail. 

Chemical Guys claims that it can last up to 12 months with the right kind of application, but it seems to not pack as much of a punch as HydroSlick. 

There are reviews that indicate it might provide solid protection for 3 months before it needs to be reapplied. 

That’s why we give it a 6 for longevity. Otherwise, it’d be a 7, but it kinda paled in comparison.

Now, let's talk about the durability of Quick Detail. This spray protectant may be quick and easy to apply, but don't let that fool you—it's built to go the distance.

Quick Detail may not have the same extended lifespan as our mighty Undrdog Pro, but it still holds its own in the longevity department. 

With regular maintenance and proper care, you can expect Quick Detail to provide solid protection for a couple of months per application.

Despite it not being in the same league as Undrdog Pro when it comes to long-term durability, Quick Detail shines bright in terms of convenience and versatility. 

It's the perfect solution for those who want a quick and effective way to keep their ride looking fresh between washes.

So, if you're looking for a balance of convenience and decent durability, Quick Detail is the way to go. 

Unlike HydroCharge which overpromises, but needs to be reapplied in 3 months, Quick Detail does exactly what it promises and then some. 

Of course, the exact longevity will depend on your maintenance. For best results, bucket-wash your car once a week. 

We give Quick Detail a 6 for longevity + 1 for transparency. 

HydroSlick boasts a unique SiO2 gel suspension technology that advances the traditional ceramic coating game.

This ceramic car wax forms a thick, durable, and hydrophobic layer that repels water, dirt, and grime. 

Chemical Guys claims that it lasts up to one year, which is probably true in most cases, but some reviews claim that it lasts from 6 to 9 months, which is still decent.

All in all, we give it an 8 for longevity. 

When it comes to technology, Undrdog Pro took a different route and relied on Polytetrafluoroethylene, Silicon, and Paraffin for protection. 

These chemicals combined form a trifecta of awesomeness that really goes the extra mile with up to 8 years of durability, depending on the way you apply it. 

Even if you’re not in a long-term relationship with your car, longer’s better (at least that’s what she said). 

Rating ourselves is cringe, but… 1-8 years… come on dude! 

That’s a solid 9 right there! We’d give it a 10, if it weren’t for Undrdog PRO+.

We’ve compared HydroCharge Plus to Quick Detail, and HydroSlick to Undrdog Pro to see which lasts the longest.

Between HydroCharge Plus and Quick Detail, Quick Detail wins the battle by underselling and overdelivering. Otherwise the longevity of these two products is more or less the same. 

When it comes to HydroSlick and Undrdog Pro, Undrdog Pro takes the crown with 1 to 8 years of solid durability. 

The exact duration of the coating depends on the way you take care of your ride, of course.

It's time to talk protection and hydrophobicity which is why you buff your ride in the first place. 

We want our vehicles to be shielded from all the grime and the rain to slide right off like water from a duck's back. 

So let’s see who the duck protects your car the best. Duck you autocorrect. 

HydroCharge Plus creates a hydrophobic layer that not only repels water but also adds a brilliant candy-like shine to your car's paint. 

It's like a double whammy of protection and style. It keeps your paint dry and makes sure your ride looks polished, rain or shine. 

Actually, here’s a video of impulse recreation guys checking out HydroCharge vs HydroSlick on Camaro headlights, even though HydroCharge is for paint only! Hey, it happens to the best of us. 

HydroCharge Plus can’t protect all of your surfaces like glass and plastic so we’re giving it a 7. 

It looks as though Quick Detail definitely knows how to make a splash in the water-repelling game.

It forms a hydrophobic barrier that makes water bead up and roll right off your ride's surfaces. Its layer of protection fights off dirt and grime, and keeps your vehicle cleaner for longer. 

Plus, it enhances the gloss and shine, giving your ride that showroom-worthy appearance that you like so much. Simply put it knows how to keep your baby dry and clean. 

Quick Detail provides a similar level of protection to HydroCharge, but unlike HydroCharge, it provides an all-around protection. 

Quick Detail's versatility allows it to be used on various surfaces, both interior and exterior, making it a handy option for quick touch-ups and spot cleaning. 

And when we say interior, we mean it. This bad boy can be used to clean everything from motorcycles, cars, boats, to your house. 

You can use it to on all surfaces including leather, plastics, metal, and glass. Just don’t swallow it or something. And don’t let it touch the fabric (she totally said that too). 

In the realm of hydrophobicity and protection, Undrdog Quick Detail holds its own with a respectable 8 out of 10. 

It may not have the same strength as Undrdog Pro, but it still delivers on its promise of keeping your ride looking cleaner and protected against the elements.

HydroSlick creates a water, dirt, and grime repelling layer with gusto. 

It protects your ride's paint, glass, wheels, and even those shiny headlights from the elements that would dare to mess with your style. 

Think of it as a slick raincoat for your ride, keeping it fairly dry and protected.

It’s versatile and robust so we’re giving it a solid 8.

This is where we might get a bit biased, but that’s just because Undrdog Pro was carefully created to DROP JAWS! 

Undrdog Pro is like the ultimate bodyguard for your precious four-wheeled companion. It forms a protective barrier that shields your car from dirt, grime, dust, UV rays, acid rain, and even those pesky bird droppings. 

It packs a raincoat, an umbrella, and a suit of armor, defending your ride from anything that comes its way. It's like your ride has its very own force field against the elements. 

When it comes to hydrophobicity, Undrdog Pro is like the Teflon coating of the car care world. 

Water beads up and rolls right off, taking dirt and grime along with it. 

You can apply Undrdog Pro on all surfaces, glass, wheels, plastic, interior, exterior, paint, you name it. As long as you don’t drink it, you’re fine. 

Speaking about hydrophobicity and longevity, here’s a video of Chelsea from Attention to Details, testing Undrdog Pro 14 months in. 

10 out of 10?

We’ve compared HydroCharge Plus to Quick Detail and HydroSlick to Undrdog Pro to see which one provides the best protection against the elements.

HydroSlick and HydroCharge are solid products that will do justice to most of the well-maintained cars out there. 

But if you want ultimate protection, flawless coating and don’t want to take any chances, Undrdog’s your best choice. 

We know that all y’all car buff aficionados know how much delivery matters. 

You want the best goods and exceptional service. And you have every right to.

Undrdog and Chemical Guys each have their own way of handling business, so let's pop the hood and take a peek.

Chemical Guys… A popular brand and rightfully so. They sell good stuff, but they have so many products that they cause decision fatigue even before you purchase anything. 

And to make things even more complicated, all of those products kind of solve the same problems. 

It makes you wonder why they couldn’t just focus on building a couple of well-rounded solutions instead of flooding the market and confusing you. 

There are just so many car wash soaps that you need in your life, but… they sell you 10 different soaps. 

I don’t need 10 soaps. You don’t need 10 soaps. Nobody in the world needs 10 different soaps that do 10 different things. You need one soap that has 10 superior ingredients and does it all.

But hey, the more products they have, the more they sell, right? 

The Chemical Guys’ shelves are stacked with different products and most of them will do justice to your ride. But apparently not all of them. 

While they may have a return policy, they've got a few speed bumps along the way. Missing kit items or opened products won't qualify for a refund, and be prepared for a 15% restocking fee if you decide to return something.

Yep, they're on you, my friend. It's like hitting a pothole in the middle of a smooth ride. Not exactly the hassle-free experience you were hoping for.

But hey, let's not throw in the towel just yet. Chemical Guys does offer some perks for the journey. Spend over $75, and you'll receive three thick cleaning towels, perfect for wiping away those stubborn smudges. 

If your order totals $49 or more (before taxes and after discounts), they'll give you free standard flat-rate shipping. They got us there. 

Even though Chemical Guys are a fine supplier, their customer representatives are doing a disservice to the brand. 

At least that’s what some reviews suggest.

We’ve read complaints that the customer service is unresponsive and/or sloppy and unprofessional. 

Anyone who is into detailing will appreciate the amazing how-to videos that Chemical Guys share with DIY-ers on their website. 

For buying experience, we give them 8 out of 10 stars. 

We at Undrdog like to keep things simple and transparent. What you see is what you get. 

Before he started Undrdog, our founder was a detail shop owner himself. He began comparing different products in the market and came up with the idea of creating the best product in the market by merging all of the advantages that other products had. 

We know the streets. We’ve been in the trenches (the garage) and we know what it takes to protect and polish the car you love and care about. 

What we don’t like is corporate BS. That’s why we called ourselves the Undrdog. We decided to wage battle against the corp, marketing gimmicks, and all the lies that they tell you in order to sell. Hell, even our packaging and logo have a superhero vibe to them. 

And our relationship with our customers is not B2C (business to consumer). It’s P2P (person to person). 

We have fewer products, but each of them is well-rounded and offers supreme quality. 

When it comes to purchasing from Undrdog, you won't find yourself trapped in a web of vendor lock-ins or sneaky contracts that make you feel like you're in a never-ending pit stop. Nope, none of that nonsense here. No monthly contracts, no hidden fees. 

Undrdog believes in giving you the freedom to choose. You buy once, and you get what you paid for. It's as simple as a smooth ride down a country road. You’ll want to do it again. Here’s why…

Undrdog has something up its sleeve to make you feel like a true VIP. 

Instead of thinking of more ways to sell to you, Undrdog thought of more ways in which you can save. Our discounts are not seasonal or volatile, they’re fixed and constant. 

Subscribe to the newsletter and get a 15% discount on your first purchase. 

We have even bigger bulk purchase discounts for those of you who go big or go home.

Military, veteran, police, firefighter and EMT discounts. 

We've got an awesome rewards program that makes it fun and enables you to save big time. 

You can earn points just by hanging out with us on social media. Create an account, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, upload a photo or video, and you'll be racking up those points like a pro. 

Redeem those bad boys for sweet discounts and upgrades. Speaking of bad boys, you can give your friends a $20 off coupon on their first order and get $50 OFF for each successful referral. 

Speaking of friends, picture this: a devoted community of fanatics, a family of car lovers who know detailing like the back of their hand. Undrdog has a Facebook group where these die-hard fans come together to share their love for all things shiny and clean. 

And let's not forget the nitty-gritty of the purchasing process. Undrdog takes pride in their home-grown, made-in-the-USA root. 

We offer discounts to our military heroes, veterans, police, fire departments, and EMTs as a big THANK YOU for keeping us safe. 

We ship worldwide and have friends all over the world. Shipping fees are transparent so no hidden surprises lurking around the corner. 

For our Canadian friends up north, we have a distributor to cater to all y'all Canucks. 

But hey, if for some reason you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, Undrdog will give you a full refund, down to the last penny you’ve invested into making your ride shine. 

We offer free returns with a 30-day money-back guarantee and give full refunds. No ifs, no buts, no questions asked. 

Our customers and customer satisfaction come first. And you’ll feel that once you become a member of the family. 

With a 4.9 out of 5 stars in the last 3 months, Undrdog’s customer satisfaction rate goes through the roof. Undrdog’s support has live chat available on workdays 9-5pm (CST), email support 24/7 and they always reply the same day, usually in a matter of minutes. The average ticket resolution time is 51 minutes. 

These metrics alone leave no room for doubt and show that Undrdog takes customer satisfaction very, very, VERY seriously. 

Blog, Youtube videos, premium content, you name it, we’ve got it. And more importantly, we got your back! 

Detailing is simple, but it’s still an art. And we’ll make an artist out of ya. Our content will inspire you and teach you how to create your masterpiece - a car unrivaled in shine. 

We don’t like to toot our horns. More than 3250 raving 5-star reviews from professional detailing shops and businesses should speak for themselves. 

In terms of what we would rate ourselves, let’s say a solid 9 (just because there’s always room for improvement). 

Fellow car detailers, when it comes to the buying experience, Undrdog takes the lead with its no-nonsense approach, a rewards program that'll make your heart race, and a community that’s loyal to the bone. 

From the packaging to the top-notch customer service and unrivaled products, we make sure that every little detail is perfect. After all, that’s what detailing is about, right? 

Keep that engine running and stay tuned as we cruise into the final leg of our showdown, where we'll unveil the ultimate winner in the battle of shine & protection. It's gonna be one wild ride, my friends.

Whether you’re polishing someone else's ride, preparing the bride for a groom… Or it’s your very own vroom vroom you’re waxin’... Detailing is a ride or die kinda thing. 

And you want your baby to be buffed to perfection, pampered, and safe. 

Undrdog is your ride’s superhero and protector. 

That’s where Undrdog comes in to take the checkered flag. 

Fighting grime, dust, UV rays, water, tree sap, acid rain, road salt, scratches, swirls, bird droppings, and corporate shit is what we are all about. 

Want to make sure your car is better protected, easier to clean and maintain, easier to wash, easier to dry? 

Want to make it cooler to ride? 

GetUndrdog.com