BOSCH 24OE ICON Premium Beam Wiper Blade; 24" - Single

At one point in the winter I went out to shovel my car out of one of the few storms we had only to find not one but both of my wiper blades had had the rubber torn off of the rest of the assembly, presumably from use. (They were pretty old) Since I was replacing the wipers, I was determined to find the best wipers I could for the car, and given the car spends most of its time in either Rochester, NY and Maine, that meant tough wiper blades able to withstand winter weather. Upon doing research online, I ended up narrowing it down to two different wiper blades. The Bosch ICON series, and the RainX Latitude series. Both seemed to be nearly on par with each other, though supposedly RainX has the edge (heheh... edge...) on functionality, doing a better job at squeegeeing off a windshield, but Bosch supposedly had the edge on longevity, being better able to handle tough conditions. Both are supposed to be great at both of those things in general, and ultimately I sprang for the slightly more durable Bosch blades. Since the car I currently drive is a 2000 Honda CR-V, I purchased the appropriate sizes, which in my case were 19B and 20A . (I'll be honest, I copied and pasted this review for both blades, thus I linked to both.) Taking one of the old mis-matched blades off my car was a pain as it used a rather unfriendly latching mechanism, however, putting on these Bosch ICON blades was super easy and I'm sure taking them off will be to, once I finally have to. These blades are well designed and easy to install, which is a huge plus! Once it rained and snowed, or when I got salt and dirt on my windshield and needed to wash it off, I was able to put these wipers to the test, and they did an excellent job taking the water off leaving a totally dry clear windshield! This made me quite happy and it was then I knew I made the right choice! Bugs, however, splattered on the windshield... most wipers struggle with those, these seem to be no exception as far as I can tell, however, I can't say that with 100% certainty as I only ran into bugs after a certain incident. On my way from New York to Maine, someone seemed not to have liked that I was passing them and a truck in front of them. They sped up, cut me off, and splashed a liquid out the window that I assumed was water. When it landed on my windshield, I turned on the wipers and they did take it off the windshield... but then I noticed black marks where my wipers had started to dissolve. This guy splashed acetone or some other solvent on my car on the highway. My less than a month old super high quality wipers. And they left marks in the clear coat on the hood. Needless to say I was very upset... The wipers seem to still work just as well, so that is a testament to just how durable these wipers are, however it is the reason that I can't say with 100% certainty that they don't normally have issues with bugs. Some time a few months later, I was on a trip with my father and we had to purchase new wiper blades for his truck on the fly. I recommended the Bosch ICON series, and we went in to the auto-store to get them, because we really did need them right then, and they were quite expensive. (Rightfully so.) I think he ended up going for a cheaper, but still good, Bosch blade. It wasn't as easy to mount and it didn't seem as nice, and it was about the same as what I paid for these blades online, so I DEFINITELY recommend you purchase these from Amazon as they're actually a really good deal here. Another note is that my family does tend to go for higher quality blades, even though are vehicles are far from high quality, (because seeing is important) and they can last probably a couple years if they're really good. I had always taken this for granted until I was talking to my roommate who says he replaces his wipers about twice a year. This is yet another reason I recommend high quality blades. You really do get your money's worth in the long run. Over all, I am extremely satisfied with these wiper blades and I would most certainly recommend them to anyone who wants super durable blades!

My factory OEM windshield wipers were about 2 years old and had started squeaking and leaving streaks on the windshield. I originally thought the issue was with the Rain-X treatment I applied, but after replacing the wipers, I realized the wipers were the actual problem. These Bosch wipers are a huge improvement. They wipe smoothly, operate quietly, and clear the windshield much better with no more streaking. The difference was noticeable right away, and visibility in the rain is significantly better. A simple upgrade that made a big difference. I would definitely buy these again.

I've had these on my car for a little over a year and a half. (I know, because Amazon just reminded me of my prior order as I checked out the product page to order another set.) Only now are they starting to show signs of aging. Before these, I had wipers from Rain-X (two different kinds) and while they cost about 75% as much, they lasted 30% of the time. You do the math. In case you're not familiar with them, Bosch is the company that actually makes the OEM wiper blades for many high end cars (like BMW, for one). In fact, you'd probably be surprised by how much inside your car is made by Bosch. So, you're not buying from a company that is just marketing cheap parts made in China and selling it with a lot of marketing. You're getting OEM quality with these, if not better. So, when considered in that light, as well, these blades really aren't that expensive. So, the blades really do last, but will you be happy with them while they do? I think so. They hold the shape of the windshield well, and never flap or vibrate, no matter how fast you're going. The bracket is solid, and worked well on the J-hook in my car. Many other "universal" mounts didn't work so well, notably the ones from the aforementioned Rain-X wipers. They don't streak or chatter, and even after having them on my car for over a year, they are only streaking a small amount. Given that your eyes are the most important safety device on your car, you owe it to yourself to not skimp on wiper blades. But I'm pleased to report that despite the upfront cost, these are actually MORE cost effective than many other premium wiper blades, given that they are the only expensive wiper blades I've ever used that actually lasted longer than the cheap ones. Tip: the A or the B after the model number (e.g. 22A) refers to the spring force of the blade (i.e. how hard it is to pull it straight). The B applies more force, and would be useful if you have a highly curved windshield. The fact that Bosch offers not just a variety of lengths down the inch, but also two different spring forces, is another indicator of the fact that these are not your average wiper blades. I found that having an A on the driver side and a B on the passenger side works best on my car. If in doubt, just try A all around, and then if you find that the blade is missing spots on the ends of the blade, return the A and get a B. Last tip: Amazon's database is helpful, but by no means complete. If you think this will fit your car, but Amazon says it won't, ignore Amazon. They say neither blade I have on my car will work, and yet I'm extremely happy with them, as you can tell.

Expensive but you get what you pay for. Silent.. u will not hear it.. Will not know the wipers are on unless you see it. wipes clean at highway speeds. Easy to install in a few seconds. Feels well made..

We will see how these hold up over time. I made the installation quite a project. Compared to the Rain-X blades I replaced, these were not intuitive to install. The blades themselves appear well designed and manufactured. Lost a star because of how difficult I made the installation... Install - The covers open up, immediately followed by the j-hook adapters falling out, so you can't tell if they are supposed to orient a certain way. I referred to the cryptic pictures on the box, and tried to install the driver's side. Sliding it on accordingly, the ribbed part of the adapter clip snapped off. I thought I was screwed. I then noticed the install video on the amazon site. It looked like I was installing the blade correctly. With the part of the clip now gone, I oriented the blade similar to the video. Utilizing a bit of black magic, I was able to slide the blade onto the the j-hook correctly after a few minutes of blind jostling. I could see the adapter forked ends to snap into place over the curved end of the j-hook. I was then able to snap the cover back down. Ran the blades a few cycles, and noticed quiet, complete coverage. I repeated the passenger install, and had the same obtuse experience. I noticed the ribbed part of the clip was gone (no idea where it flew). A bit of jostling, hocus pocus, and a dash of black magic, and the passenger side blade was installed. Taking a long drive this weekend to see how they perform, keeping the old Rain-X blades in the trunk just in case the Icons go flying off.

Wiper blades might be the most neglected item of regular car maintenance. Their failure is usually realized when you need them the most and they're streaking and blurring your vision in a downpour or snow storm. Without sounding dramatic, if your view of the road isn't visible your chances of an accident are dramatically increased. So like quality tires, I'm willing to pay extra for quality, functionality and durability. These Icons are designed to have a minimal appearance but to apply even downward pressure throughout their length without gaps or skips even after many months of use. I live in a state that has constant sun almost every day throughout the year, but in the summer sitting in the hot sun outside, the entire car, including the wipers can bake in 100 degree heat while absorbing UVF rays that attack their integrity and tries to harden the blades. Whatever the rubber compound is in Icons is, they stay flexible and pliable longer. These are the only wipers I use on my car with the exception of PIAA's made of silicon, but the size I need are often unavailable. Bosch is a name recognized for high standards of quality and I also own many of their power tools which share that consistent high standard. So I trust their products and can wholeheartedly recommend their wipers which I buy on Amazon for their consistently superior price and not needing to trek out to the auto supply store. Installation of the Icons is also extremely easy, though admittedly, the very first pair was somewhat baffling, though the instructions are clear. The hub on the back center first needs to be lifted up on it's hinge. One end of that hub has tiny flanges on each side. You pinch those sides together with your thumb and forefinger and lift up to reveal the part that clips into the "hook" end of your wiper arm. It fits in with a click, and then you fold down that hinged cover you lifted up with a snap. Total time, about two minutes for each side, at least after you get the hang of it with your first installation. Arguably the best wipers you can buy.

Best Wiper Blade.Clears windshield better than any other blade I have used.

These wipers have been quite durable, even when I park my car outside for a year. Installation was quite easy. And they do an excellent job not leaving streaks. Tip: If you have a newer car whose hood blocks the wipers from being lifted up, you can extend them. Start the car (or double-tap the start button to put it in full power) then turn it back off, then hold the wiper stalk in the uppermost position for 5 seconds. The wipers should pivot up.

As advertised.

Excelente, totalmente complacido con mi saturn sky

Fácil instalación, buena calidad de los materiales. Desaloja totalmente el agua del parabrisas. Producto 100% recomendado.

Great wipers. Provide an excellent, streak- free view of the road. Will definitely buy again.

Instantly I could see what multiple reviews say. The best wiper blade by far.