Rain-X is a synthetic hydrophobic surface-applied product that causes water to bead up and run off surfaces, most commonly used on glass automobile surfaces. The brand has since been extended to a range of automotive and surface care products, including wiper blades.

The resilient silicone rubber is designed to provide exceptional wipe performance in all types of severe or inclement weather conditions experienced while driving, such as: heat, wind, rain, sleet, snow, and ice.

6 to 12 months However, Rain-X® wiper blades typically last 6 to 12 months from the time of installation depending on a number of variables including weather conditions. It is recommended that wiper blades be replaced if they have been on a vehicle longer than 12 months.

#1 Best Overall: Rain-X Endura As a silicone blade, it can withstand extreme temperatures. As a beam-style blade, it is appropriate for use in snow and icy conditions.

Silicone windshield wipers are generally softer in nature as compared to the rubber ones. Being soft, it will tend to skip when there's not enough water. However, after a few wipes it will operate quietly due to the silicone layer it leaves behind.

Silicone coating claims to promote water beading which means using your wiper blades less when driving in light rain. This system also allows water to roll up the windscreen when you drive at a faster speed, also meaning you use your wiper blades less.

Silicone wipers don't handle fluctuating conditions well and even the best silicone wiper will tend to wear out fast compared to organic rubber. Plus silicone rubber is known to smear and leave haze across your windscreen. So it's safe to say you're better off with rubber windshield wiper blades over silicone.

With PIAA Silicone Ceramic Wiper Wiping action makes windshield water-repellant, so rain beads up. Water is removed by the wipers at low to moderate speeds (super-smooth glide eliminates annoying chattering and squeaking). Water is removed by wind pressure at moderate to high speeds.

Silicone windshield wipers out-performs rubber ones when it comes to durability. If you are looking for wiper blades that will withstand the hot weather, silicone is the way to go. Organic rubber will harden quickly when exposed to heat and become ineffective.

Silicone rubber is a highly versatile material valued for its flexibility, biocompatibility, and resistance to temperatures, UV light, radiation, and ozone.

Super Premium Technology. TRICO Silicone Ceramic™ is engineered to last three times longer than other average wiper blades. This silicone beam blade features an exclusive ceramic coating that provides super premium, all-weather protection while reducing friction and drag. Available in lengths from 14” to 28”

The verdict: It turns out there's a downside to silicone's occlusive abilities. Sure, they keep environmental aggressors out, but they also lock in some not-so-great substances. “For acne-prone patients, silicones can act as a 'barrier' and trap oil, dirt, and dead skin cells, making acne worse,” Mraz Robinson says.

Rubber is less resistant to heat, chemicals, fungi, ultraviolet light, and ozone. Because silicone has a higher heat resistance than natural rubbers, it can be used to complete insulation more efficiently. Silicone has a longer life expectancy than elastomers.

Silicone acts as a sealant, adhesive, or coating to protect electronics. Silicone is an excellent adhesive and sealant due to its wear and weather resistance and thermal stability. Silicone use in construction includes adhesives and sealants because of its excellent wear and weather resistance and thermal stability.

One of the major disadvantages of silicone rubber is its poor tear strength. This can be improved with the addition of other ingredients, but it doesn't naturally offer strength or abrasion resistance, so the application needs to be carefully assessed for the suitability of silicone as a solution.

Silicone blades are built to last up to twice as long as conventional ones, and that durability can help them perform better than rubber blades in demanding conditions. However, silicone blades are still more expensive than normal rubber.