

Rain-X claims the adapter covers 96 percent of all vehicle mounting situations. The Rain-X Latitude comes with a pre-installed universal adaptor, holding the wiper blade firmly in place on the bayonet wiper arm. The pre-stressed spring steel internal beam structure holds the wiper blade on curved and flat windshields, and the aerodynamic shape helps reduce noise and high-speed chatter. However, the steel frame is heavy and is known to clog with ice.Įxcellent performance and easy installation put the Rain-X 2-IN-1 Latitude at the top of the pile for value.

The Bosch Direct Connect lived up to its name and delivered stock or better performance at a reasonable price. The all-steel frame features a six-point blade claw for even pressure on flat or curved windshields, and the precision-cut rubber blade swept away water, smashed bugs, and road grime with silent dispatch. Performance on the road and in the spray test rig was outstanding. The connector is a snap to install on the bayonet wiper arm and makes a solid wobble-free mount for smooth operation. The straightforward and sturdy design, well-designed connector, and natural rubber blade make the Bosch Direct Connect an excellent stock replacement choice for vehicles that left the factory with frame-style wiper blades.
