What Is The Best Foam Cannon?

It may not seem like that big of a deal, but having a quality foam cannon like The Boss by Griot's will improve your car washing process in many ways. The ergonomics of the bottle, plus durability, are two of the main features I really enjoy when using it.

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What Is The Best Foam Cannon?

 

Foam Cannons have become a very popular and debated topic for some time now. The car detailing industry has presented us with Foam Guns, Mezzo Wash Systems (which I hate), and other janky foam sprayers. Let's not overcomplicate this decision on what foam cannon you should have in your arsenal. My choice for the best foam cannon is the Griot's Garage The Boss Foam Cannon. 

The Boss Foam Cannon was first introduced in 2019. A true evolution in the world of detailing. What makes this thing awesome is the wide-mouth lid. Finally, you don't need to worry about spills or finding a funnel that would perfectly fit into your cannon. Not to mention the stainless steel construction, the ability to rebuild the unit, or the Metering Tips, or in other words, undiluted soap in the bottle, and no need to measure!

Application

I'm using this foam cannon for washing my cars and wheels. Here's how it goes:

  • I'm connecting it to my OG Spec Mosmatic Sprayer and foaming down my car - don't forget to shake up your bottle or else you'll suck up all the soap at the bottom.
  • I always have five of them - one I'll fill with wheel cleaner for my wheels/tires, one Ill fill with Bilt Hamber Touch-Less - this is a no contact pre-wash that I usually apply at a 2% PIR, lastly I'll fill with car wash soap - I'm typically going to the third line in the bottle with my liquids (which is 150 mL) and then filling the rest of the bottle with water to 1000 mL. 

Keep in mind that you'll be using your foam cannon with either a gas or electric pressure washer. 

The Benefits of The Boss

  • It doesn't tip over even when it's empty.
  • Pattern adjustments - spray vertically or horizontally.
  • Sprays up to 20 ft
  • Wide Mouth Lid 
  • Metering Tips - Fill the whole bottle with soap, no dilution ratios

The Cost

The cost is the cost. It's not cheap. This is going to run you around $100. Think about this logically - you're going to have this thing for many years to come. Make the necessary investment in having the complete car washing solution. For those who know me, you know that I spare no expense for functionality and quality.

Foam Cannon vs Foam Gun

Why would you choose a foam cannon over a car wash foam gun? Well, first, what's the difference between the two?

  • Foam Cannon: You're connecting this to your spray gun that's connected to either your electric pressure washer or gas pressure washer 
  • Foam Gun: You're connecting this to your standard garden hose

There's no guessing here which option I'm going to use. The foam cannon is far superior! Here's why:

  • Better Quality: Foam cannons, especially The Boss, have a much better build quality
  • User Experience: A foam gun has limitations. It doesn't share the same adjustability as a foam cannon. With The Boss, I can control the amount of foam I'm spraying on my car.
  • Maximum Foam: This foam cannon has the ability to produce thicker foam with the adjustable fan blades

Building The Perfect Kit for Your Boss Foam Cannon

I've worked extremely hard to provide the world with what I believe is the best car detailing solutions around. My team and I continue to chase functional excellence, and so far, we are doing just that. 

For those of you who are looking to upgrade your car washing experience, we have several options you can choose from. Whether you're just getting started, a weekend warrior, or a seasoned professional, our kits are built for every application. 

Here's What You Need to Build Out Your Car Detailing Kit:

The Perfect Solution

All in all, I have searched high and low to provide you with the perfect car detailing solution. This should be a no-brainer. I've taken all of the guesswork out of what you and most other people would have spent hours upon hours to figure out. 

This is the beginning of something magical. You and your car will thank me in the long run.