Review: New Sonus Leather Conditioner

Discussion in 'Car Detailing Product Discussion' started by detaildoc, Apr 19, 2010.

  1. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    I have been using Sonus Leather Conditioner for over two years now. Last month I ran out of it and placed an order for more. To my surprise they changed the formula on me, which was a bummer since this has been my favorite leather conditioner, but after trying the new formula I was really impressed. So here is a little review.

    Product Name: Sonus Leather Conditioner

    Price: $9 - $10.50

    Size: 8 OZ bottle

    Application: Make sure you clean the leather first then apply using your favorite applicator. No need to wipe off. Allow 15 minutes before use.

    Scent: A very pleasant and subtle leather scent.

    Color: White

    Consistency: The original version was a thin liquid, this new version is thicker, more of a cream. According to the manufacturer, they had to change the formula in order to polycharge it.

    Finish:
    Leaves a nice matte finish that is incredibly super soft. I was blown away by how soft my leather felt. It was a bit slippery at first, but this went away a couple of days later, but still very soft.

    Durability: This version is polycharged, which at first didn't make any sense to me since this is not a sealant or a wax, but it has been 4 weeks since I applied two coats to my leather seats and the softness is still there. Every other leather conditioner I have tried leaves your leather soft at first, but this quickly fades in a matter of days.

    Pros:
    Matte finish, leaves leather super soft, nice subtle leather scent, durability is incredible.

    Cons: A bit slippery and squeaky at first, but goes away within a couple of days and a small price to pay for the incredible softness. If the squeakiness would be an issue for me, I could simply add a base coat of LeatherMasters Leather Vital to the driver's seat before the Sonus to take care of it.

    Overall Comments
    : Absolutely the best leather conditioner I have used.

    Rating 1-5 (5 being the best): 5
     
  2. christian900se

    christian900se Obsessive Detailer

    Thanks for the review! I think I might give Sonus a try since I have yet to see any negative reviews for any of their products and have the impression it might be very underrated.
     
  3. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Definitely underrated. I hear their new polycharged sealant is also nice. I'll be trying the sealant soon.
     
  4. oldcracker

    oldcracker Jedi Nuba

    thanks for the review! did you get it from autopia car care?
     
  5. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    You are welcome. I'm on the West Coast, so I get it from Dave at the Detailshoppe.com. He will match any price and the shipping is cheaper for me.
     
  6. lifemal

    lifemal Wax on..Wax off

    I also love this conditioner! Makes leather feel incredible. I've been using it quite a lot lately, and my customers always comment on how nice the leather feels.
     
  7. kustomizingkid

    kustomizingkid Nuba Guru

    For that price I can't afford not to try this stuff.... thanks for the review!
     
  8. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    I've used it on a couple of client cars and I also got some "wow" comments regarding the feel of the leather, which i had not gotten before from those two people.

    You can't go wrong with it. I also love the Sonus Leather Cleaner.
     
  9. togwt

    togwt Nuba Guru

    DavidB specifically formulated it for Porsche natural (uncovered) leather upholstery. For this type of leather I’ve found it second to none (inc LM)
     
  10. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    nice review, Luis! So, bottome line you like it even better then Gloss It leather twins???
     
  11. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Thanks dude. I really like both cleaners about the same, although GI I think is a little stronger, so I reach for it or LM for tougher jobs. I have a new bottle of the cleaner, which I haven't opened, so I wonder if that formula also changed. When it comes to the conditioner I definitely like this new Sonus formula a whole lot more.
     
  12. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Very interesting. So people working on Porsches should be reaching for this stuff. I believe the leather on my 07 Lexus is coated, but Sonus still works beautifully on it.
     
  13. lifemal

    lifemal Wax on..Wax off

    I used it on a BMW X5 with leather that had been neglected and it really gave it a gorgeous matte look and felt very soft. It DID squeak a bit, but the owner let me know that it went away after a day.
     
  14. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    How many coats did you do? I did 2, which might have cause a bit more squeaking. I'll try just one next time. Still, it was not a big issue.
     
  15. lifemal

    lifemal Wax on..Wax off

    I do two on REALLY neglected leather, but only 1 on partially neglected leather :p
     
  16. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    I see...sounds like a product a wanna try then...
     
  17. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Go for it and if you don't like it, I'll take it from you, we can trade.
     
  18. oldcracker

    oldcracker Jedi Nuba

    shipping is 10 bucks to ship just a bottle within washington? :shead:
     
  19. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Give him a call, he will be more than willing to adjust the shipping rate (he did it for Lifemal above and does it for me all the time) by finding an alternate way to ship. Dave has great customer service.
     

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