Chemical Guys vs Jimbo’s – Which Interior Cleaner Is Better?

Chemical Guys might be the popular choice on shelves and TikTok, but is it really the best for cleaning your car's interior?

We put their Total Interior Cleaner up against Jimbo’s Complete Cabin Cleaner—and the results speak for themselves.

Chemical Guys Total Interior Cleaner – What It Offers

• Marketed as safe for dash, glass, and navigation screens
• Has a synthetic smell that can linger
• Can streak on glass or glossy plastic if not wiped perfectly
• Offers “light cleaning” but leaves behind gloss on some surfaces

It’s decent for a quick wipe-down, but not something most pros would use daily. The formula tries to do too much—and ends up underdelivering.

Jimbo’s Complete Cabin Cleaner – How It Compares

• Safe on all interior surfaces: leather, rubber, plastic, vinyl, LCD, PPF, and more
• No artificial gloss or scent overload—just clean, neutral finish
• OEM matte look with no streaks or residue
• Professional-grade formula designed for fast, effective results

If you want one bottle to do it all—and actually do it well—this is the one to grab.

Real-World Performance Test

We cleaned the same car interior side-by-side. Chemical Guys left haze on the screens and some light streaking on piano black trim. Jimbo’s left nothing but a matte, clean finish—and even removed a sticky sunscreen mess from the center console.

Key Differences That Matter

The Verdict

If you’re a casual user who wants a cleaner that smells good and gets “okay” results, Chemical Guys might be fine.

But if you want something you can trust on every part of your interior, with real cleaning power and a professional finish—Complete Cabin Cleaner is the clear winner.