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Wiper blades MICHELIN or OEM Volvo
The wiper assembly on this car is one of the best of any car I’ve had. When the original blades started to get streaky, I did briefly try some michelin and rainx blades to replace the OEM blades, but found they were both a downgrade. Both were larger than OEM, which generated extra noise, and caught the wind when at speed so they would chatter and skip. Less than ideal especially in inclement weather.
I’ve been using OEM blades ever since. I typically replace the wiper blades in the fall, and then if I notice any issues with streaks in the spring I replace again.
This is my second winter with the car and OEM blades, and I’m not having any issues with the blades or fluid. If I do miss anything, the wipers and the winter fluid take care of the rest.
Pros: OEM: no issues, good performance
Cons: Michelin/RainX: noisy, chattered, skipped
Vehicle:
Mazda 3
They fit, but I bought Michelin wipers (made by Anco), and they work just as good as the Bosch.
Pros: work just as good
I have used the Michelin Wiper Blades from Costco and don\u2019t find anything wrong with them. I use them on 3 vehicles and get at least a year out of them. I think they are a great value.
Pros: great value
The OEM wipers weren’t great on my Taos. I had good luck with Michelin wipers from Costco and cheap (~5-7) Hella wipers from Rock Auto. I’ve also used Bosch and Valeo wipers from Amazon. There are so many different models it’s hard to recommend a single one. Most are good, even the cheaper ones.
Pros: good luck
Cons: OEM weren’t great
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
I only get a year out of the Costco Michelin blades. I bought some reflex ones from CT and they are far better. Still good after 14 months.
Pros: far better
Cons: only a year
I stopped buying their Michelin wipers when one fell off mid wipe after following their instructions to the last step.
Cons: fell off mid wipe
the heat hasn't gotten mine yet, but they were never great to begin with...and I've seen others complain the same.
Cons: never great
Vehicle:
Volvo
I got my EX30 about 4 months ago and the wipers that came with it already damaged from the Dubai heat. Volvo quoted me $150 to replace them, which feels crazy if they’re just the same weak wipers.
Cons: damaged by heat, weak wipers
Vehicle:
Volvo
I got my EX30 about 4 months ago and the wipers that came with it already damaged from the Dubai heat. Volvo quoted me $150 to replace them, which feels crazy if they’re just the same weak wipers.
Cons: damaged from heat, weak wipers
Vehicle:
Volvo
Dealer replaced the blades, but it didn’t help. The replacement blade they used looks expensive, it has the washer tube built in.
Pros: washer tube built in
Cons: did not solve problem
Vehicle:
Volvo XC90
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Which wiper blades to choose — MICHELIN or OEM Volvo?
If choosing wiper blades across many manufacturers, check the part ranking. If your choice is down to two brands, the PartReview part comparisons help.
We compare wiper blades across these categories:
- PR Score.
- Overall ranking.
- Vote balance.
- Average rating.
- Number of reviews.
- Feature ratings.
- Car owners’ choice.
Which wiper blades are better — OEM Volvo or MICHELIN?
In March 2026 on PartReview, wiper blades MICHELIN were overall better than OEM Volvo.
- MICHELIN received a PR Score of 56 out of 100, and OEM Volvo scored 37 points.
- MICHELIN ranked 9 in the overall ranking, and OEM Volvo ranked 19.
- The average rating is higher for MICHELIN (3) than for OEM Volvo (2.5).
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Wiper blades MICHELIN have better feature ratings than OEM Volvo:
- Streaks/chatter - owners believe, that this property for MICHELIN is better than OEM Volvo.
- Noise - drivers claim, that this property for OEM Volvo is outperforms MICHELIN.
- Wipe quality - reviews suggest, that this property for MICHELIN is preferred to OEM Volvo.
Which wiper blades are more popular — MICHELIN or OEM Volvo?
In March 2026 on PartReview, wiper blades MICHELIN were overall more popular than OEM Volvo.
By vote balance, wiper blades MICHELIN surpassed OEM Volvo:
- For MICHELIN, the ratio of positive (258) to negative (195) votes is 63 votes.
- For OEM Volvo, the ratio of positive (28) to negative (46) votes is -18 votes.
By number of reviews, wiper blades MICHELIN surpassed OEM Volvo:
- For wiper blades MICHELIN there are 148 reviews: 80 positive, 9 neutral, 59 negative.
- For wiper blades OEM Volvo there are 23 reviews: 6 positive, 5 neutral, 12 negative.
Which wiper blades do car owners prefer — MICHELIN or OEM Volvo?
In March 2026, according to PartReview, wiper blades MICHELIN and OEM Volvo have not taken top places in car-specific ratings. You can help by adding your review about these manufacturers.
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