Using the Rupes iBrid Mini HLR75 Polisher can be an addictive experience.

There have been many (polarizing) viewpoints of the Rupes polishers, particularly the cordless models within the detailing industry.  With so many options for a polisher with these dimensions and polishing throw, it could beg the question what is the value proposition of the Rupes Ibrid Mini HLR75?  My purchase was in part motivated by my favorite polisher, the corded Rupes Mini, being repaired.

What I sacrifice slightly in power, makes up for it most cases with convenience.  I believe the polishing power is reasonable, especially for a cordless polisher.  Even forgoing the need to find a suitable electrical outlet in the area, turns this into a worthy investment.

Walking around a car for several hours, there is a significant decrease in time spent and fatigue accumulated with moving and adjusting a corded polisher.  I initially enjoyed the experience, but in the long run of approaching a year in a half of using this tool found a greater convenience for this tool.  For true single step corrections, I am going to lean on using a corded Mini polisher where appropriate.  For light polishing and the second step of a multi-step correction, I found myself frequently using the Ibrid Mini.  Particularly for light polishing, even when I would normally use a larger polisher, I occasionally went with the Ibrid Mini.  The convenience of a cordless Mini was that significant.

An underrated benefit of purchasing this polisher is that it comes with two batteries.  Sure, you could pay for a second.  But immediately seeing how rotating from one charging battery to another adds to my efficiency, I believe it is a very nice touch by the company.

These are the negatives.  I noticed the polishing power is not as good as a corded polisher.  Batteries will drain in about 45 minutes.  This is or should be expected with cordless polishers.  The polisher is still effective in paint correction.  With two batteries, the time to charge one is generally less than the time your battery will drain.  I will also add, non-Rupes pads (ex: picture above) will experience somewhat of a drop off in vibration resistance.  That is disappointing, although not totally surprising for those that have had experience using Rupes polishers.  But the vibration change is noticeable.