Raintok Windshield Wiper Blades Replacement for Subaru Forester 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Original Factory Quality Front Rear Wipers Blade Set for My Car - 26" 17" 14"

Why I tried the Raintok Forester wiper set

I don’t usually think about wiper blades until I’m staring through a smeared windshield in a downpour. After a particularly streaky storm, I swapped the stock blades on my 2021 Subaru Forester for the Raintok Forester wiper set—a three-piece kit with 26-inch (driver), 17-inch (passenger), and 14-inch (rear) blades sized specifically for the 2019–2024 models. The promise of an OE-style interface, a zinc alloy base, and a beam-style design with a memory spring caught my eye. After living with them through several weeks of mixed weather, here’s how they performed.

Fitment and first impressions

Out of the box, each blade is labeled by position and length, which makes it hard to mix them up. The hardware feels more substantial than most budget blades I’ve handled. The zinc alloy base gives the frame a reassuring rigidity, and the beam blade profile is clean and low-profile. The rubber element is natural rubber, not silicone, which matters for wipe feel and longevity (more on that later).

Importantly, the sizing matches the Forester’s factory setup: 26-inch driver, 17-inch passenger, and 14-inch rear hatch. Coverage looked correct on the glass, with no odd gaps or overreach into the pillar trim.

Installation: quick, tool-free, and OE-style

Installation took me less than ten minutes for all three blades, with no tools needed.

• Front blades: These are a direct swap on the Forester’s OE-style arm interface. Lift the arm, press the release on the old blade, slide it off, and click the Raintok blade into place. The adapter is pre-installed, so there’s no fiddling with extra clips.
• Rear blade: Subaru’s rear arm requires angling the blade housing to clear the plastic arm shroud. It’s not difficult, but you do need to rotate the blade slightly to slide it in and out. Once aligned, the rear blade clicks in positively and sits flush.

Everything locked in with a confident snap, and the front arms sat at the correct angle with no visible play.

Build and design details that matter

The Raintok set uses a beam-style architecture with a memory steel spring embedded in the spine. On curved glass, that spring is what keeps uniform pressure across the entire sweep, especially at the outer edges where cheaper blades often lift. The zinc alloy base adds torsional stiffness so the blade doesn’t twist under high-speed passes or wind buffeting.

Compared to typical plastic-backed budget blades, the Raintok pair feels sturdier in hand. The downside to metal hardware is potential corrosion in winter climates; I’ll watch for that over time, but out of the package the coating looked even and well-applied.

The wiping element is natural rubber. The upside: soft, quiet, and excellent initial water clearing. The trade-off: natural rubber typically doesn’t last as long as higher-end silicone compounds and doesn’t add a hydrophobic coating to the glass. That’s not a knock—OE blades are often natural rubber—but it sets realistic expectations.

Performance in real weather

I tested the Raintok Forester wiper set across light drizzle, heavy spring rain, highway spray, and a couple of chilly mornings with frost.

• Light rain and mist: The first swipe was impressively clean. No initial haze, and the blades didn’t need a “break-in” pass to start clearing well.
• Heavy rain: Even at higher wiper speeds, the beam design kept consistent contact with the glass. I didn’t observe chatter or shudder over the central sweep. At the extremes of the arc—particularly top-left for the driver—the edge stayed planted, which is where lesser blades sometimes skip.
• Highway speeds: The low-profile beam shape behaves like a built-in spoiler. At 65–75 mph, the driver blade remained stable with no lift. Noise stayed low; you hear the expected swish, but not the tapping or squealing that signals imperfect contact.
• Spray and oily film: After following trucks, the blades cleared dirty film in two passes when used with washer fluid. That speaks to a sharp squeegee edge and balanced pressure.
• Frost and light slush: Like most beam blades, they’re fine if you fully defrost the glass first. They don’t pack snow the way old-school framed winter blades can, which is good, but I still wouldn’t pry ice off the rubber—no blade loves that.

The rear 14-inch blade deserves a mention. Some rear blades smear or chatter because of the steep curvature at the bottom of the hatch glass. This one tracked cleanly and quietly, and it tucked under the rear spoiler without interference.

Noise and streaking

Chatter-free performance is the easiest way to judge a blade. Across multiple drives, I had no chatter once the windshield was clean. On a dusty, pollen-coated windshield, I heard a faint squeak on the first pass—expected with natural rubber—then silence after washer fluid cleared the surface. I didn’t see persistent streaks or “zebra stripes,” even near the passenger-side A-pillar where coverage is narrow by design on the Forester.

If you notice hazing with any blade, it’s typically due to road film on the glass rather than the blade itself. A quick glass cleaner and a microfiber towel restore clarity; the Raintok blades benefited from this routine like any others.

Durability so far

After about eight weeks of mixed use, the wiping edge is still sharp and the frames show no looseness. The rubber hasn’t feathered or split at the tips. That’s within the window where most blades still feel new, so the real test is months five and six, especially through heat and UV exposure. Natural rubber generally wants replacement every 6–12 months depending on climate. If these hold their early performance into late summer, I’d consider that a win for the price.

A quick tip to stretch life: wipe the blade edge with a damp cloth every few weeks to clear grit. It reduces micro-tears and keeps noise down.

Value and how it stacks up

The Raintok Forester wiper set’s core value is simple: you get all three blades—the exact sizes for the Forester—in one box, with an OE-style fit, for less than what many brands charge for just the two fronts. At the car-parts counter, an equivalent three-blade swap can easily cost significantly more.

Against premium silicone blades (think lifetime claims and hydrophobic coatings), the Raintok set doesn’t try to compete on chemistry. It competes on solid mechanics: good beam tension, rigid base, clean rubber edge, and correct adapters. Compared to popular beam blades like Bosch or Rain-X’s midrange options, the Raintok set feels closer to mid-tier than entry-level, especially in frame quality and highway stability.

Quirks and caveats

• Winter salt and corrosion: The zinc alloy base looks well-coated, but if you live where roads are salted, give the blade arms and housings a rinse during car washes. That’s a good habit regardless of brand.
• Not hydrophobic: These don’t lay down a water-repellent film. If you want that effect, pair them with a glass sealant.
• Rear install clearance: The rear arm’s plastic shroud on the Forester means a slight angle is required to slide the blade on and off. It’s easy once you see the path, but don’t force it straight out.

None of these are dealbreakers, and none impacted daily use in my testing.

Who they’re for

If you own a 2019–2024 Subaru Forester and want a straightforward, all-in-one replacement that installs in minutes, the Raintok Forester wiper set hits the practical sweet spot. It’s especially appealing if you prefer OE-style fit and consistent beam-blade performance without paying a premium. If you’re chasing maximum longevity in extreme sun or want the slick behavior of silicone on untreated glass, a higher-priced silicone set may still be your pick.

Recommendation

I recommend the Raintok Forester wiper set. It fits correctly, installs easily with OE-style hardware, wipes cleanly and quietly across the full arc, and includes the rear blade in the box—something many kits omit. The build feels sturdier than typical budget blades thanks to the zinc alloy base and well-tuned beam spring, and performance in rain and highway spray has been consistently solid. For Forester owners who value reliable, no-drama wiping at a sensible price, this is an easy upgrade over aging factory blades and an excellent value as a complete set.