These are beam-type wiper blades with Envision being more focused on providing clean wiping performance to enhance night visibility while its competitor offers extreme weather safety and durability.
Similarities and differences between these wipers:
Bosch Envision;
- offer superior wiping performance.
- is more resistive against wind lift which suggests its superiority during high-speed driving.
- is equipped with a universal adapter and SafeCheck indicator.
- is made up of synthetic rubber blend with graphite coating.
- offers one (1) year of warranty.
Silicone AdvantEdge;
- offer superior durability.
- is a better choice in extreme weather conditions.
- is equipped with an Installock Adapter System.
- is relatively easier and quicker to install.
- is made up of silicone squeegee with graphite coating.
- offers one (1) month of warranty.
- is relatively cheaper.
With its NightFocus and NightBlack Technologies, Envision provides a premium wiping facility and enhanced cleaning performance during high-speed driving.
It is made up of synthetic rubber squeegee and graphite coating through its ClearMax 365 Rubber Technology. Featured with SafeCheck indicator for safety purposes and a universal adapter for easy installation.
Unlike its competitor, AdvantEdge is made of up silicone squeegee rather than synthetic rubber, but it is also coated with graphite.
Due to its robust silicone construction and Climate Defense Technology, Silicone AdvantEdge provides enhanced durability and premium resistance against extreme weather conditions. It is equipped with Installock Adapter System for relatively quicker and easier installation.
Compared to Envision, Silicone AdvantEdge offers better endurance in resilient environmental conditions and enhanced durability. But when it comes to providing a better wiping facility and enhancing resistivity against a strong wind, it lacks behind its competitor. Also, the warranty period of Envision is much more than its competitor.
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Side By Side Comparison:
| Specifications | Bosch Envision | Silicone AdvantEdge |
| Blade Type | Beam | Beam |
| Size Range (inch) | 13, 15 – 22, 24, 26, 28 | 14, 17– 22, 24, 26 and 28 |
| Squeegee Material | Synthetic Rubber Blend | Silicone Rubber |
| Coating | Graphite | Graphite |
| Adapter Type | Universal Adapter | Installock Adapter System |
| Built-in Spoiler | Asymmetrical with NightBlack Technology | Asymmetrical Aerodynamic Spoiler |
| Warranty | One Year | One Month |
What the bring in terms of their structure?
Designed with Advanced Spring Beam Technology, Silicone AdvantEdge provides uniform pressure over the entire length of the windshield.
A flexible and asymmetrical-shaped spoiler is being installed on it for aerodynamic purposes so that the blade can provide a better wiping facility during high-speed driving.
Based on third-party testing, its silicone-made squeegee last 2 times longer than conventional rubber-made squeegees.
And the reason lies within its construction as the Climate Defense Technology is being featured in it.
Its silicone squeegee, designed through precision engineering, is coated with graphite.
Like its competitor, Envision is also a beam-type wiper blade but with its double tension springs and NightFocus Technology which provides uniform wiping performance across the entire length.
Its squeegee material, designed through ClearMax 365 Rubber Technology, is a synthetic rubber blend along with polymer edges
Like its competitor, it is also coated with graphite.
Its asymmetrical aerodynamic spoiler is being constructed with NightBlack Technology for advanced features besides proving resistance against wind lift during fast driving.
Its spoiler is being mixed with water repelling compound and charcoal powder for enhanced visibility.
Bosch Envision is also featured with a SafeCheck indicator which turns yellow to alert drivers to inspect their wiper blade.
From a design perspective, Envision takes the lead due to its advanced technologies like NightFocus, ClearMax 365, and NightBlack.
But when it comes to squeegee material, Silicone AdvantEdge is a better choice due to its silicone squeegee which is a more durable material than synthetic rubber.
Performance
Wiping Effectiveness
The wiping effectiveness of a wiper blade is determined by the pressure it exerts on the windshield of a vehicle.
Since both of them are beam-type wiper blades so they would exert uniform pressure throughout the length of the blade. But the exerted pressure would vary among the contenders since their manufacturing methods are different.
Silicone AdvantEdge would be quite effective in proving the wiping facility due to its Spring Beam Technology.
But the victor in this contest would be Bosch Envision since a double tension spring is being installed in it, rough NightFocus Technology, which would apply more pressure on the windshield.
Hence this would enhance the wiping performance of Envision.
High-Speed Driving
During high-speed driving, the major problem that occurs is the wind lift.
Strong wind separates the wiper blade from the windshield. This impacts the wiping performance of wiper blades.
To counter the issue, aerodynamic spoilers are installed in wiper blades to resist the phenomenon of wind lift.
Both competitors are equipped with asymmetrical aerodynamic spoilers.
But the Bosch Envision’s spoiler is more advanced than its competitor since it is designed through NightBlack Technology. This technology combines the spoiler with water repelling compound and charcoal powder.
The water-repelling compound enhances visibility by reducing the glare from reflective light during the night, and charcoal powder is a light-absorbing material.
So, Envision is the victor in this contest.
Extreme Weather
During extreme high temperatures, the squeegee is at the risk of drying up and damaging your windshield.
The same outcome might occur during cold weather conditions since extreme cold can stiffen your wiper blade which makes them more brittle.
Both competitors are quite resistive against extreme weather conditions, but Silicone AdvantEdge is superior to its competitor due to two major reasons.
First, it is designed with Climate Defense Technology which enhances its resistivity against harsh conditions.
And second, silicone is relatively more vigorous and robust in comparison to synthetic rubber.
That’s why Silicone AdvantEdge would be superior to its competitor in a resilient environment.
Durability
The durability factor depends upon many factors such as environmental conditions, squeegee’s material, frame’s structure & material, etc.
As far as environmental conditions matter, Silicone AdvantEdge takes the lead due to its Climate Defense Technology. Its squeegee material, silicone, is also comparatively superior in terms of durability.
That’s why its wipe quality is being tested by a third party and the outcome was 1.5 million cycles.
Silicone AdvantEdge is indeed the winner in this contest, but the durability of Bosch Envision is also quite impressive due to its ClearMax 365 rubber technology. But it would still be inferior to its competitor.