Torque Detail vs Shine Armor – Which One Actually Holds Up?
Both are marketed as quick ceramic solutions—but do either actually protect your paint? We put Torque Detail and Shine Armor to the test.
What These Brands Promise
- Torque Detail: Mirror Shine and Graphene Burst are marketed as easy ceramic-alternative sprays that offer gloss and light protection.
- Shine Armor: Fortify Quick Coat is positioned as a 3-in-1 waterless wash, ceramic spray, and polish.
Ease of Use
- Torque Detail: Mirror Shine is slick, but prone to streaks in humidity. Application is quick, but it builds up fast if layered.
- Shine Armor: Thin spray, easy to buff off, but not very slick. Fortify feels more like a cleaning spray than a protectant.
Gloss & Finish
- Torque Detail: Slightly glossier right after application
- Shine Armor: More matte or satin finish, but feels cleaner
Water Behavior
We sprayed both on a clean black hood and tested hydrophobicity after 24 hours:
- Torque Detail: Weak beading after 2 washes
- Shine Armor: Better water sheeting initially, but gone by week 2
Durability
Both faded quickly. After 3–4 washes, neither offered measurable water beading or gloss improvement.
Side-by-Side Summary
| Feature | Torque Detail | Shine Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Gloss Level | ✅ Slightly better | ⚠️ Average |
| Hydrophobicity | ⚠️ Weak | ✅ Better short-term |
| Durability | ❌ Low | ❌ Low |
| Ease of Use | ✅ Easy, but streaks | ✅ Easy, no streaks |
A Better Option: Tough As Shell
If you’re tired of reapplying every week or being let down by hyped-up ads, check out Tough As Shell instead:
- True SiO2 ceramic spray
- Up to 6 months of durability
- Deep gloss, real protection, no gimmicks
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