punkt71 Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Okay, I always see the DER people and the Zaino people here... I dont ever see someone who has used one product, and switched to the other. Are there any people who have used either Zaino or DER, then switched to the other brand and noticed a difference? The reason I ask, is I always haved used DER products. They require less coatings, its slightly cheaper, and the result is amazing. However, if Zaino does look MUCH better then I wouldnt mind spending more time and money to get a better result. I want to hear from people who have used DER, then tried Zaino, or vice versa. Its time for me to buy more product, so before I drop more $$ on DER I want to know if I should just go for Zaino this time. Pics would be nice too, if available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rausche Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 I remember seeing a couple posts about people moving over to Zaino from DER, but more frequently I see switching from McGuire's, Mother's, TurtleWax, and so forth... That right there is enough to convince me that it's a product worth buying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSThunder Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 from all the post I've read they both seem like a quality product. I've only had the zaino stuff so I like it alot. DER people love their stuff also so I would say the only price I see if cost of product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big O Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 PM DVK ... he has used both EXTENSIVELY and could probably give you the best honest answer. He has comment on it before and said the common detailer won't tell a difference except the price. I think if you are going for the best possible ( time/money no object within reason ) Zaino would probably be a little better. But I don't know. He isn't on here much anymore, but he can be found easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Silv Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Can I ask what you spend on an order of DER? and what that includes. I think in the long run you wouldn't see a huge price difference between the two concidering a coat of Zaino will last longer than a coat of DER, and a bottle of Zaino seems to last forever. You can do a full coat on a suburban with LESS than a 1/4 ounce. I must have done 15+ coats of Zaino on my truck and I still have a 1/2 bottle left. I have never used DER before but I have heard great things about it. The reason why I have been using Zaino is because of its durability and my truck seems to collect alot less dust as well as it great protection qualities, and I almost forgot to add, this is what my truck looks like with Zaino. This is a reflection off of my hood. There are a lot more great products out there besides Zaino and DER. Do some reading and choose which suites your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yttaf Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Holy Crap that ^ is HOT!!! Damn I wish my truck looked that clean!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddieo818 Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Can I ask what you spend on an order of DER? and what that includes. I think in the long run you wouldn't see a huge price difference between the two concidering a coat of Zaino will last longer than a coat of DER, and a bottle of Zaino seems to last forever. You can do a full coat on a suburban with LESS than a 1/4 ounce. I must have done 15+ coats of Zaino on my truck and I still have a 1/2 bottle left. I have never used DER before but I have heard great things about it. The reason why I have been using Zaino is because of its durability and my truck seems to collect alot less dust as well as it great protection qualities, and I almost forgot to add, this is what my truck looks like with Zaino. This is a reflection off of my hood. There are a lot more great products out their besides Zaino and DER. Do some reading and choose which suites your needs. what were the steps that you used to get it to look so good??????? BTW:WOOOW THAT IS NICE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan06SS Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 (edited) I'll chime in real quick here: Benefits to zaino over DER - anti-static... zaino has it, der doesn't... this means the truck "theoretically" should attract less dust... if its big enough to justify the switch is really up to the end user. zaino also offers far more 'between' steps and mixture possabilites for a range of correcting, protection, shine. I have used both and there is no doubt zaino is a better product by just a little bit, but for ease of use and cost DER wins... detailed side by side (basic zaino vs der) I don't think most people could tell a difference. They both use a very similar synthetic polymer makeup so at their core the 2 are very similar. Edited August 9, 2007 by Dylan06SS (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12'SROCK Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 can you buy zaino from a local auto store? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Silv Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 can you buy zaino from a local auto store? No... go to Zainostore.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12'SROCK Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 BTW your truck looks bitch'n nice and WET! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12'SROCK Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 is this the one you have SS Silv......... ZKIT-2 0 Zaino ULTIMATE Protection Show Car Kit $116.95 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Silv Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 No, I didn't want some of those products that came with that kit. I ordered- Z5-Polish for light swirls Z2-For "bling" Z6-Quick Detailer Z8-Grand Finale Spray (this stuff rocks) it really tops off the shine. Z10-Leather in a bottle (smells amazing) ZFX-Quickens dry time as well a bonding agent so you can apply more than one coat within a 24 hour period. Also, offers more protection. The products I didn't want- The clay bar- Mothers clay bar works just as well Tire Gel- Mequiars looks just as good Z7 car wash-I use duragloss form Car Quest (cheaper and just as effective) Any other questions let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big O Posted August 10, 2007 Report Share Posted August 10, 2007 (edited) Here are some DER photos .... and I must note .... I suck at detailing and it holds up to trucks being treated like this Edited August 10, 2007 by Big O (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
punkt71 Posted August 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2007 Damn those are some nice pics... Zaino obviously is the 'Ferrari' of car waxes... I am starting to think DER is the 'Z06' of waxes now. I ended up going down to Fletcher Jones Mercedes in newport beach.. they have an assload of DER products on the shelf, picked up a couple more bottles. I will still be contemplating the switch next time though.. DER is just way to easy to apply and its priced nice too.. We will see ! Thanks for the replies. I still would like to hear from someone who has maybe used either product a lot, then switchedand actually noticed any real differences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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