That's a tough question honestly, as it's so dependent on opinion and personal perception.
You have to ask yourself if you can really see a difference in a $100+ wax and a ~$25 wax on the same vehicle with the same prep.
Personally, I feel like the prep has made more difference in my perception of gloss, shine, clarity, wetness, etc., than a wax ever has. But I have only my eyes to rely on, maybe some people really do have better eyes and see more than I do in different waxes, sealants, etc.
In that regard, perhaps I'm lucky to be gifted with bad vision, ignorance, or both. It keeps more money in my pocket for other things, as I'm totally happy with a cheaper wax.
I have also considered going with a higher end wax like Fuzion or BlackIce based on so many high-praise testimonials of those products here at AG. I think if I ever do break down to try one of them, I'd make it a point to try the smaller 3oz sampler pots AG offers and do half the hood with one of those and half the hood with Natty Blue and see if I really can see a difference for myself.
Currently, I have the Pinnacle Black Label Diamond Surface Coating on the car, and after nearly 2 months it still looks like the day I put it on after I wash it. I'm so very pleased with it, I've resisted the urge to top it with anything as I want to see how long it'll keep that look before it needs a freshening up. I will admit though, it is very tough to resist the urge to tinker with it.
