Evolution - Excellent Performance

I got the Evolutions to replace a set of Rain-X Latitude wiper blades and I am very pleased. I have a 1997 Deville and it has the pin-style attachment - I originally ordered a pair of the Bosch Icon's figuring they were the best BUT they don't work with the pin-style connection. My car uses the 22 inch length and my Mom's 04 Suburban also uses 22 inch so I gave the Icon's to her to her (She loves them btw). If anyone knows if the Bosch Icon's can work w/the pin-style connection, please leave a comment - mine was either missing an adapter or I am an idiot and couldn't figure it out. Amazon's product fit/finder thing in the auto section said the Bosch Icon's would fit my brother's 04 Grand Marquis but it has the pin-style just like mine and they didn't fit(= my mom has a spare set now lol). He went with a pair of the Evolution's as well and he loves them. Anyway, since I have tried the Rain-X Latitude wipers (twice - thought the 2nd pair might be better than the first) and didn't like them, I figured I'd "settle" for the Bosch's next level down wiper. These work great so far. They are quiet and clear the windshield perfectly. The Rain-X ones worked well at first, but it didn't take long for them to start leaving little (very annoying) streaks. Then after a little longer, they would start to make noise/stutter a little bit across the windshield (unless there was tons of water). I don't think the Bosch ones will crap out as quickly BUT will post an update after a month or two to let you know if they are still working great. Also, I saw a TV show (a show on manufacturing, not a commercial made by Bosch) and for part of the show they were featuring Bosch wiper blades (I think they were showing the Icon's). Anyway, they detailed the research and testing that Bosch did with the wipers. I couldn't believe how much time/$/energy went into making sure the wipers were durable, were quiet, and didn't leave streaks. I am hoping these continue to work well... P.S. People with cars that have windshields with a much different profile than mine may like the Rain-X ones...to each his own but I think you will enjoy the Bosch Evolutions (or Icon's if you get them).

Absolutely one of the best-performing Wiper Blades that I've ever used! I've purchased Trico blades from the local car-enthusiast chain store without getting very excited about their performance. I've tried the ones that my local Jiffy Lube station sells you on -- they were garbage. I've purchased them from my local Honda dealer during Service visits -- the results were hit-or-miss as to performance. I've recently purchased the Rain-X all-weather brand (with the rubber covering the metal brackets to keep them from freezing over during the Winter) and will NEVER make that mistake, again -- they were horrible blades, right from the start. Then a friend at work with the same Honda Ridgeline that I have mentioned he tried Bosch blades and was very satisfied. So I found these on Amazon, not expecting much. Boy, was I surprised! These have no metal hold-down brackets but work fantastic. They clean every inch of the blade path. I was so happy that I called that friend from the road to tell him. His wife thinks I'm crazy. They're both right -- if you get this excited about a set of wiper blades, you need to get out more often... But they're that good! 8-)

Amazon placed this in a nice big box. The box was in pristine condition but the actual product had been bent on the end like slightly crushed. I kind of knew not to get my hopes up based on the number of negative reviews but after examining the product, it's in excellent condition. It wipes clean and very easy to install on my 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. I'm probably part of the lucky group but this leads me to wonder about the condition of the box, the consistent negative reviews, the low price, and the damaged product packaging. This is probably just hearsay, but according to the evidence presented to before me, the products low price is because of the actual product packaging appearance (and possible the product being damaged itself). Store's won't be able to sell a product with any defects, even if it's just the packaging because it doesn't justify the expense if the customer returns it or it just sits on a shelf. So this company probably sells it at a severely discounted price compared to your locally automotive stores selling more than double the price. Anyway, good luck to those who purchase these for under $15. I gambled and it was worth it for me.

Got these from Amazon on a killer deal of the day sale. I installed them on my Tacoma (two different blade lengths) and they just clip right in (literally in seconds). I was a bit surprised that the center head of the wipers is so big, but while driving my eyes are not distracted at all by this. The wiper material is a fairly soft rubber and while it does a great job at clearing raindrops, it also will collect dirt or debris quite easily compared to other wipers that I've tried. This leaves streaks pencil-thin when it happens, so be sure to keep your windshield clean. They squeegee with a fair amount of friction, so don't be surprised to find yourself adjusting the speed of your wipers often in the rain when these wipers begin to make noise on your windshield--it can be a clatter--but otherwise seem to be excellent products. Keep them clean, run them at the right speed and you'll have good visibility.

Perfecto

Worst Bosch blade ever. Plastic cover over hook randomly pops off the assembly. Passenger side popped off during thunderstorm and blade went flying while traveling on I-75. Used to like Bosch but after two blades randomly popped off vehicle I will never buy again.

Main issues - Smearing/Failing to clear windshield. - Squeaky - Leaves contamination behind from other cars road spray. Worst wipers I have used. The cause of the problem appears to be the lack of tension the wipers put on the windshield cause them to ride over any sort of contamination/smear it around the windshield. I try and avoid using them when I can because I fear the smearing will block my vision. Requires lots of wiper fluid to work at all and even then performance is not great. Also, because of the lack of tension and sort of snow or ice buildup makes the wipers completely unusable. Can be quite squeaky as well. TLDR: After 15 years of driving these are the worst wipers I have ever used. If I were Bosch I would be ashamed to put my name on these.

Used the Costco blades for years. Quality has declined significantly. The Bosch wiper blade last 3 times as long and quality and ease of installation is maintained.

Did not last long.

I think the wiper blade is fine but the curve on the windshield of the 2002 Sebring, passenger side, makes it extremely difficult for any aftermarket wiper blade to effectively clean the windshield. It just will not make good contact with the glass. I have had this problem before, so, in reality, I should have guessed this would happen. I have the same blade on the driver's side and it is wonderful. This is just something I live with on this car. Chrysler has gone to Magnetti-Marelli blades and the ones I've used so far seem to fall apart pretty quickly (under warranty). But how often do I want to go back for an inferior product.

If you have the pinch-tab wiper arms ( like the style I've included in the photo)this wiper blade does not have an adapter for it even though the ad suggests that it does.