QUIVR by IMJOSHV – Honest Review of Hot Coat and More

Q: Is QUIVR Hot Coat a real ceramic spray?

QUIVR Hot Coat is marketed as a ceramic spray, but in testing it performed closer to a gloss enhancer. Water behavior faded quickly, especially under regular washes.

Q: Is QUIVR worth the price?

QUIVR products look good and are easy to use, but there are better-performing alternatives for less. For lasting ceramic protection, Tough As Shell is a stronger choice.

Q: Who makes QUIVR car care products?

QUIVR is the car care brand launched by YouTuber IMJOSHV. It includes sprays, foam cannons, and accessories, marketed heavily through social media.

IMJOSHV launched QUIVR with bold claims, slick packaging, and a loyal fanbase. But how do the products hold up when used on real cars?

We tested QUIVR’s Hot Coat ceramic spray, foam cannon, and accessories—then compared them to pro-level options like Tough As Shell. Here’s the truth behind the marketing.

QUIVR Hot Coat – First Impressions

Application: Easy to apply, flashes quickly. Good user experience on cool panels. Gloss: Visibly enhanced gloss on black and metallic paints. Slickness: High initial slickness. Comparable to mainstream ceramic sprays.

Downside: Some light streaking on glass and trim if over-applied. Durability dropped after ~3 washes in real-world conditions.

Water Behavior and Longevity

Initial beading: Very good. Fast sheeting and tight beads. After 2–3 washes: Beading started to fade. After 4–5 washes: Performance resembled that of a spray wax, not a true ceramic.

Verdict: It looks great on day one—but doesn’t offer long-term protection compared to true SiO₂ sprays like Tough As Shell.

QUIVR Foam Cannon – Worth It?

We tested QUIVR’s foam cannon using their recommended dilution ratios.

Good build quality
Acceptable foam performance
Nothing noticeably better than standard options at similar or lower prices

Verdict: It works, but doesn’t outperform better-priced foam cannons on Amazon or pro detailer favorites.

QUIVR vs Jimbo’s Detailing – Real Comparison

Tough As Shell outperformed Hot Coat in every key area:

Feature	QUIVR Hot Coat	Tough As Shell
Durability	2–3 washes	6–8 washes minimum
Trim/Glass Safe	Some streaking	Streak-free
Gloss/Finish	High on day one	High gloss with lasting slickness

Final Thoughts

QUIVR isn’t a scam—but it’s more style than substance.

If you’re a fan of IMJOSHV, you might enjoy using it. But if you want ceramic sprays and accessories that are actually built for performance, skip the influencer branding and go with Tough As Shell.

QUIVR by IMJOSHV – Honest Review of Hot Coat and More

QUIVR by IMJOSHV – Honest Review of Hot Coat and More

QUIVR Hot Coat – First Impressions

Water Behavior and Longevity

QUIVR Foam Cannon – Worth It?

QUIVR vs Jimbo’s Detailing – Real Comparison

Final Thoughts

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