Can anyone tell me what the difference is between your ordinary autozone MF towels that go for about $13 for a 12 pack as opposed to the ones they sell on autogeek or detailers domain that go for about twice as much?

How big of a difference is there if any? I've been debating whether to get the costlier ones cause I'm just not sure whether there is any real difference?

 

They're thicker; more dense, and absorb much more..The "autozone specials" are good for interiors (less washes)-not as durable or absorbant. They also don't last as long. They work well as polishing towels(to remove wax) and that's about it at least from my use and experience.

 

I use a microfiber waffle weave towel from Autozone also to dry. When it comes to polishing is there much of a difference?

 

Definitely a difference! The nicer towels are also tagless, reducing the chance of scratching. Also, look for banding on the edges, which cover up any rough edges from manufacturing.
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I use the less expensive MF towels for my interior, wheels & tires. They come in a 12 or 24 pack from Sam's, AutoZone, etc.. I use the high end MF towels for my exterior paint only and keep the two sets separated. They last alot longer that way too. I highly recommend a quality waffleweave for your drying needs also. They are fantastic!

 

You are going to get various opinions from many folks.

I use the Sam's Club Workforce MF towels for everything and designate towels for different tasks. They are an 80/20 blend. They pass the "CD test" and have held up wonderfully. I have held off from the "boutique" brands. I just can't justify spending that kind of money when what I am using works well for me.

But the "autozone" brand did not work well for me.

 

Viking microfibers are pretty good OTC rags/towels, you can find them at some Kmarts, Walmarts, and some autostores like O'Reiley's. I have been using them and they hold up pretty well and the quality is good. The softer gray ones you get at Target are pretty good too.