Rating of the best manufacturers of tint films for cars for 2024

What is a tint film? Light filters applied to car glass to change color and transmission. The need directly depends on the region of residence of a person. But even in the North, the sun can shine brightly, albeit for a short time. The main function of window films is sun protection. There are so many popular models that it is difficult to decide which product is better to buy.

What are the ways of tinting

Progress does not stand still, and the best manufacturers are doing everything possible to make a person feel more comfortable, wherever he is: on vacation, at home, in the office, in the car. There are currently four types of glass tinting used outside the manufacturing plants:

1. Sticker of colored tint film. It belongs to the category of inexpensive, is available in various color variations, and has an optimal bandwidth. The question of where to buy is not worth it. It can be purchased at any specialized outlet or ordered online in an online store. The latter option will cost a little less, but there is no guarantee of getting a low-quality fake. No special conditions are required for tinting. Main disadvantages: distortion of reality, turbidity, loss of color, mechanical damage may appear.
2. Removable toning. It is in the form of a silicone film or plastic panel, which is easy to install and dismantle if necessary.
3. Electronic. A system designed to adjust the desired glass tone by applying a second layer. The procedure is expensive for the price, but it has no equal in efficiency.
4. Spraying a thin layer of metal or polymer onto the window surface. Provides for the presence of special equipment. It is considered reliable, durable, resistant to mechanical damage.

Types of films for cars

The purpose of the films varies. What are they? If we focus on the purpose of use, then they are divided into:

• shockproof;
• decorative;
• sun protection.

Manufacturers produce eight types of tint coatings for a car, an overview of the main characteristics of which is given in a comparative table:

Options	Description
Athermal	Has a special composition. Visually transparent, but the shade changes when sunlight hits it. It copes well with ultraviolet light, headlights glare, excess heat. Popular models are manufactured in accordance with GOST. According to buyers, the most effective representative of this type is the "chameleon" or purple coating. Which company is better depends on the preferences of the motorist.
With the transition	The main feature is the ability to move from a painted state to a metallized one. The experts' recommendations boil down to the following: excellent protection from the bright midday sun. Discomfort may occur in the evening and morning hours.
Metallized	Three-layer model with: aluminum, protective and tinting layer. Perfectly protects against the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation, reliable, practically does not fade. It is included in the rating of quality goods, however, the metallic color is not to everyone's liking.
Infinity	There is an external metal coating, visually resembles a mirror. The percentage of light transmission is 70, which is considered the best indicator among the brethren. The main disadvantage is that on the territory of Russia, for the presence of such a coating in a car, you can get a fine, so it is better not to make mistakes when choosing and choose another protective material.
Carbon	The main feature is graphite sputtering. Differs in the best temporary and protective performance. But the average price is off scale.
Spatternaya	Designed to reduce light transmission. Assumes ionic deposition of metal and other substances, including shock-resistant ones, on the polymer layer. Differs in durability and excellent functionality. They are included in the TOP presentable in appearance. There are no budgetary ones.
Dyed	Polymer with an introduced coloring agent. Automotive films are classified as simple and inexpensive. Main advantages: do not transmit radio waves, do not create glare. Their service life is not as long as we would like. In addition, burnt areas appear over time.
Energy saving	Ordinary transparent matter that absorbs sunlight and bright light. Considered a novelty. If you find out how much it costs, then you can consider other options for similar products. According to user reviews, it perfectly protects vision from UV, relieves eye strain.

Criterias of choice

There are a great many varieties of car films. They differ in parameters, composition, shade, size, configuration, cost, country of origin. It should be borne in mind that polymers are not only black. For tuning, you can purchase red, brown, yellow, green finishes, with a transition from black to metallic, mirrored or with a "chameleon" effect.

Tinting not only saves from bright sunlight, dust, dazzling headlights of approaching cars, but also prevents curious observers from contemplating the interior of the cabin. At the same time, visibility from the inside is still optimal.

If you cannot decide how to choose the right model, study the ratings of quality products, seek advice from a specialist. What should you pay special attention to? The quality of the material, durability, resistance to mechanical damage, comfort during use.

The most famous world brands - Armolan and Luxman, produce premium products. It is easy to install, no distortion. Manufacturers use high-quality dyes and two-level protection against mechanical damage in their manufacture.

A cheaper option, but no less high quality, is a product manufactured by the Korean company Kylon. Differs in affordable cost and good performance.

Positive and negative aspects of the presence of tint film

Tint coating can now be found on almost every car, as its presence promises a lot of advantages, which include:

1. Preservation of the interior from burnout.
2. Bright night lights of oncoming cars do not blind the driver.
3. Lack of heating of the passenger compartment during the hot period.
4. Shatterproof models help prevent injury to passengers in the event of an emergency on the road.
5. You can't see what's going on inside the car.
6. Excellent visibility from the outside.
7. Complicated penetration into the cabin of intruders.
8. Improving the appearance of the car.
9. Protection against mechanical damage.
10. Ultraviolet absorption.
11. Prevents people from eavesdropping inside the car.

However, the products are not without drawbacks that are worth mentioning:

1. Failure to comply with state standards in the production process of the coating, its poor quality can cause accidents with harmful consequences.
2. Inconsistency of standards in the release of goods can lead to fines being issued by traffic police officers.
3. Too darkened version makes the eyes strain all the time.

How to stick the cover yourself

There are several ways to tint a window. You can turn to the services of professionals at a service station. It will cost a lot of money. Or you can try to do it yourself at home. To work with a self-adhesive coating, you will need the following set of items:

• the actual material of a certain footage;
• plastic spatula for smoothing;
• glass cleaner;
• soap or shampoo;
• spray;
• dry wipes or soft flap (not fluffy);
• office knife or regular razor blade;
• hairdryer;
• warm clean water.

The step-by-step instruction looks like this:

1. The preliminary preparation is as follows: the car is thoroughly washed and cleaned, the glass is wiped with a special solution, the glass seals are removed from the doors.
2. The glasses are sprayed with soapy water.
3. The material is cut to the required parameters, leaving a few centimeters around the edges as a margin.
4. The protective layer is peeled off.
5. The adhesive side is sprayed with soapy water. You need to wait 10 - 20 minutes until the adhesive layer is neutralized.
6. After spraying the glass from the inside with soapy water, attach the material to it and install it correctly.
7. Using a spatula, carefully smooth out the tint, removing, among other things, the remaining soap solution.
8. Wipe everything well with napkins.
9. The excess edges are cut off, retreating 2 mm from the edge.
10. Dry the coating with a hair dryer.
11. Do not operate the car for several days.

Rating of the best manufacturers of tint films for cars for 2024

Most inexpensive goods

MTF Premium 10% Charcol (0.5m x 3m)

The Korean company has launched the production of inexpensive but high-quality products. Used for all types of vehicles. It makes it possible to improve the performance of the machine, increase the safety and comfort of the ride. Promotes a positive change in the appearance of the car. Thanks to the material, the glass becomes shatterproof, which significantly increases the safety of people in the cabin in case of emergency situations on the roads. At the same time, the interior of the car is completely protected from ultraviolet radiation.

The manufacturer is constantly improving its products, releasing modern novelties with a unique design on the market. Some models come with a spatula. Currently, specialty stores offer customers two product options: 0.5 x 3 m and 0.75 x 3 m.

The average cost is 499 rubles per sq.m.

• scratch resistance;
• excellent adhesion;
• pleasant shade ("charcoal");
• protects from bright sun, heat radiation and ultraviolet radiation;
• keeps cool in extreme heat;
• the presence of an increased coefficient of light reflection;
• prevents surfaces from losing their original appearance;
• easy to install;
• suppresses glare efficiently;
• helps to create coziness, comfort and a private atmosphere inside;
• increases the efficiency of the air conditioner and climate control;
• resistance to temperature extremes;
• has anti-scratch properties;
• increased impact resistance and safety in case of road accidents;
• the manufacturer provides a quality guarantee for 7 years.

• not installed.

Infinity 15%

The manufacturer of the product guarantees its operation for a five-year period. The main feature is that there is an outer metallized layer that visually resembles a mirror.Tinting gives the driver a perfect view of everything that happens outside the car. People in the car practically do not see the applied tint.

Depending on the volume of the purchased goods, its price varies: for 3 m you will have to pay 489 rubles per 1 running meter, from 7 m - 481 rubles, from 11 m - 474 rubles.

• ease of use;
• comfort;
• quality;
• excellent visibility without distortion;
• long service life;
• resistance to mechanical damage;
• reliability;
• impact resistance;
• excellent combination of price and quality.

• not identified.

Silver R 15

The products are sold in rolls. The average cost is 349 rubles per running meter. The larger the order, the more likely you are to receive a significant discount. Blocks ultraviolet rays almost 100 percent, protects against infrared radiation as much as possible, has an anti-scratch layer. Silver color with a metallized coating.

• versatility;
• excellent heat-reflecting effect;
• burnout protection;
• creating a private atmosphere;
• prevents the interior from overheating;
• withstands significant temperature drops;
• ease of use;
• quality;
• durability;
• mirror effect.

• absent.

Sun Control

The Indian company Garware Polyester Ltd has conquered the market by producing high quality products at affordable prices. This tinting is very popular among car owners around the world. It allows you not to strain your eyes when traveling at night, when the headlights of oncoming cars are dazzling, as well as in hot weather with a bright sun. Thanks to this tinting, both the driver and passengers feel comfortable and cozy inside the cabin.

The product is sold at a price of 600 rubles per meter. Stores often provide a discount system.

• durability;
• reliability;
• long service life;
• makes travel comfortable;
• do not allow the interior to fade;
• wide range of colors;
• full protection against ultraviolet radiation;
• has a protective layer against mechanical damage;
• has a shock-absorbing effect;
• able to reduce noise;
• amazing combination of price and quality;
• environmental friendliness;
• safety.

• not identified.

Products of the middle price segment

MTF Film Original Premium 5% Charcol (0.75m x 3m)

The Korean company tries not to disappoint its admirers and fills the market with exceptionally high quality products that are suitable for cars of any brand. It is able to extend the life of the car, improve its external data, and make the passengers' trip comfortable. Thanks to it, ultraviolet radiation and the bright light of headlights of cars moving towards them do not penetrate into the interior, the glass becomes shatterproof, which prevents bodily harm in the event of an accident. The product is constantly being upgraded and improved to improve performance.

The average price is 680 rubles per running meter.

• practically does not transmit UV rays;
• environmentally friendly;
• safe;
• reliable;
• easy to stick;
• makes glass shatterproof;
• universal;
• beautiful colour;
• high-quality protection against interior fading;
• helps to suppress glare;
• withstands sharp temperature drops;
• long service life;
• the warranty period is 7 years.

• not installed.

Spectrum Purple IR 60%

Available in purple or violet. The presence of an anti-scratch layer helps to exclude mechanical damage and deterioration of the appearance of the machine. Almost completely blocks the penetration of infrared and ultraviolet rays. The manufacturer has provided a system of discounts depending on the volume of the purchased goods.

On average, you can buy it at a price of 598 rubles per meter.

• the presence of a nano-ceramic coating on athermal tinting;
• provides an opportunity to protect the salon from bright sunlight;
• does not impair visibility;
• long service life;
• reliable;
• high quality;
• easy to apply;
• invisible to the eyes;
• excellent combination of price and quality.

• absent.

SHG XAIR 75 BL

South Korean manufacturer Shadow Guard has gone to great lengths to make customers happy with their products. Available in two colors: blue and gray. It is very popular among motorists due to the presence of an anti-scratch layer and almost 100% absorption of ultraviolet rays.

The average cost is 899 rubles.

• presence of nano - ceramic coating;
• does not allow bright rays of the sun to penetrate into the interior, making it faded;
• meets the requirements of world standards;
• delays UV and infrared radiation;
• durability;
• comfort;
• ease of use;
• safety.

• not identified.

12 Mil (anti-slip)

Vinyl covering of decent quality and high durability, 12 mil thick, 0.363 kg weight, transparent color, sold in rolls. Belongs to the category of shockproof. The main difference: high adhesive, mechanical, anti-abrasive and optical qualities. Able to prevent the penetration of offenders into the cabin. It practically does not lose its original properties, even if the glass is broken.

The average price is 949 rubles.

• eliminates injury from shrapnel;
• minimizes the possibility of hooligans entering the salon;
• shockproof;
• universal;
• effective;
• does not create glare;
• excellent visibility;
• prevent the penetration of ultraviolet radiation;
• improves the appearance of the car.

• not identified.

SHG Premium XP 80 BL

Belongs to the category of athermal films. The Shadow Guard brand is known for its quality products with a long service life. The product is sold in rolls of 30 m. Main characteristics:

• the maximum blocking rate of ultraviolet radiation is 99%;
• color - transparent;
• the presence of an anti-scratch layer - yes;
• web width - 152 cm;
• coating - nano - ceramic.

The average price is 879 rubles. The manufacturer can provide a discount on products subject to the purchase of a substantial batch

• does not allow the interior to fade;
• protects against UV and IR radiation;
• significant temperature drops are maintained;
• comfortable;
• does not distort reality;
• invisible to the eyes;
• prevents the interior from overheating;
• easy to use.

• not installed.

Global

The brand is known to all motorists in the United States of America and beyond. At the very beginning, it was assumed that the product would be used exclusively by consumers in the American and Canadian markets. But in a short time he appeared on the shelves of stores in Europe and Russia and quickly found his admirer. It is currently considered the most promising product in the ranking of quality products in this category. A special closed-cycle technology is used in the production, which makes it possible to reduce the time for making a film, thereby reducing its cost.

In specialized retail outlets, tinting material can be purchased at a price of 700 rubles per meter. Discounts are available for large volumes.

• high quality workmanship;
• the use of modern technologies in the manufacture;
• reliability;
• efficiency;
• quality factor;
• long service life;
• safety;
• maintains excellent visibility;
• protects against listening and peeping inside the cabin;
• high heat reflection rate;
• prevents the appearance of the car from negative changes under the influence of bright sunlight;
• affordable price;
• there is an anti-scratch layer.

• the goods of the American brand can not always be found on the shelves of domestic markets.

San tek

It is considered the recognized world leader in the production of tinted films for cars of any class. American firm Commonwealth Laninating & Coating, Inc. for a long time and fruitfully filling the market with high-quality films for glass. The production facilities of this company are equipped with modern high-tech equipment. Having our own factory makes it possible to carry out quality control and keep the average cost of products at an optimal level in order to make them competitive in the world market.

The products can be purchased in specialized retail outlets or place an order through the online store. On average, you will have to pay 650 rubles for one running meter. As a rule, one does not have to deal with fakes.

• has a stable color and uniform fading;
• creates excellent visibility;
• differs from its counterparts in softness and thickness (it is minimal);
• almost completely reflects ultraviolet rays;
• does not allow infrared radiation to penetrate into the cabin;
• optimal combination of price and quality;
• easy to use;
• you can buy any volume;
• lack of glare;
• eyes do not get tired;
• durability;
• versatility;
• comfort and safety of passengers and driver.

• rarely supplied to the Russian market;
• the presence of strong adhesion of the glue complicates the gluing process a little.

Premium products

Armolan

A high-class car requires significant costs and only high-quality tuning. The world famous American company produces tint films for the most fastidious and meticulous car owners. What is the manufacturer famous for? First of all, the strictest quality control. This affects the durability, reliability and safety of the products. The company has launched a wide range of products, ranging from budget options to luxury series. The variety of colors is impressive.

The average price of premium film is 1,700 rubles per 1 running meter.

• absorption of ultraviolet radiation reaches 100%;
• provides excellent visibility, without glare and distortion;
• does not allow onlookers to look inside the cabin;
• keeps the car warm in winter and cool in hot summer;
• there is a shock-absorbing effect;
• in case of an accident, it does not allow the glass to crumble into small fragments, preventing cuts on passengers;
• long service life;
• safety;
• environmental friendliness;
• high quality;
• ease of use;
• no negative effects on the eyes.

• not everyone can afford the average cost;
• it rarely appears on the shelves of Russian stores.

LLumar

If you carefully study the TOP of the world's best manufacturers of this product category, then the American company CPFilms Inc. occupies a leading position. It produces exclusively elite options for demanding customers, so this product is not very popular among ordinary citizens.

The retailers offer to purchase the film at the price of 2,200 rubles per meter.

• the indicator of protection against penetration of ultraviolet rays is 100 percent;
• a wide range of products: films with magnetron sputtering, metallized, painted and other types;
• exclusively organic dyes are used in the manufacture;
• long service life;
• does not allow the car dealership to burn out;
• creates comfort and coziness during travel;
• the interior does not overheat and does not overcool;
• withstands significant temperature drops;
• reliability;
• perfect visibility from the passenger compartment;
• environmental friendliness;
• safety.

• overpriced;
• a small selection of colors.

Solar gard

The American company has launched the production of a multi-layer tinted film, which contains elastic polyester and glue that is not afraid of significant pressure. The main feature is constant control over the quality of the produced toning material. The use of high-tech equipment helps to ensure reliability, safety and long service life.

The average price is 1,500 rubles per 1 running meter.

• versatility;
• efficiency;
• creates comfort inside the car;
• excellent visibility;
• a huge selection of shades;
• easily and easily removed from the glass surface;
• durability;
• the use of innovative technologies in the manufacture;
• prevents UV and IR rays from entering the interior.

• with constant exposure to direct sunlight, it may begin to fade;
• too significant a price for a person with average income.

Conclusion

Tinting film has long ceased to be a luxury item. It is applied to the glass of luxury and domestic low-cost cars. Many drivers realized that it not only makes it possible to travel comfortably at any time of the day and in any weather for long distances, without damage to the nervous system and visual organs, but also often helps to avoid getting into traffic accidents. It is only worth choosing a product carefully, based on quality characteristics. Remember! First of all, this is your safety!