I will start by saying I haven`t used BF SS. But I have and use DG AW, Wolfgang DGSS, Opt Opti-Seal (more of a dedicated sealant - I know) and CarPro Reload.
I applied CQ to my wife`s car about 2-1/2 months ago. : http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums/...rotection.html
Since then I have used the reload on it twice. Reload is in another league IMO compared to these other spray sealants like DG AW and WG DGSS. The beading and sheeting properties are much better and last for more than just one or 2 washes. IMO the previous spray sealant are more of a booster / QD product where as Reload is almost its own standalone sealant. I have read a few people using it all on its own and getting 3 months of durability out of 1 application. Not bad IMHO. I will try and answer your question in order.
1. Shine:
IME it has a nice shine that ever so slightly darkens the paint color but at the same time make the metallic flake pop. Maybe it is an oxymoron but that is what I have seen and noticed.
2. Durability:
I havent tested this out yet since I am using it on a car with CQ. Like I said earlier; I have read of others getting 3 moths of durability on its own.
3. Ease of use:
IME it is very easy to use. I find DG AW slightly easier. I have read of other having some streaking issue on dark color but I attribute most of that to using too much product. The main cause of the streaking is the amount of active solids in the product.
4. Smell:
I did smell it but dont recall the scent. I do remember it not being overly offensive to me like IronX but I used it out in my garage so I had good ventilation. I will update this for you later.
5. Differences between Aquartz Reload and CarPro Reload:
From what I understand the Aquartz version is the original version that Avi started with. The current version from CarPro is V2. The way I understand it Carpro version has more of the active component and is more concentrated. (contain 5% silica) Avi would have a better answer for this.
On a side note:
I have read and am currently using DG AW as a drying aid / Topper on CQ in place of Reload during normal washes. I am then using Reload once a month to just what is says Reload. DG AW so far is a great drying aid / topper leaving a nice slick finish while not masking the overall properties of CQ and Reload. I am also doing this due to the price of Reload. Reload: 400ml = 13.5oz $29.99 / DG AW = 22oz $8.99.
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