Wrap Labs · Certified XPEL Dealer
Not all PPF is created equal. Here’s why XPEL is the only film we trust on our clients’ cars.
Authorized Dealer · Since 2017 What PPF Does
Paint Protection Film is a transparent urethane layer bonded to your vehicle’s painted surfaces. It absorbs impacts, repels contaminants, and self-heals from light scratches, keeping your paint in showroom condition for years.
Highway gravel, road debris
Splatter that eats clear coat
Parking lots, car washes, keys
Bird droppings, tree sap, tar
Sun damage and oxidation
Film Thickness
XPEL Ultimate Plus is 8 mil thick, roughly 4x your factory clear coat. Once installed, you can’t see it. You can only see the results.
XPEL Ultimate Plus vs. Factory Clear Coat
8 mil
vs. ~2 mil factory
4× the protection. Zero compromise on appearance. The film bonds invisibly to your paint surface: no texture, no haze, no orange peel.
Ferrari F8 Tributo · XPEL Ultimate Plus
Why XPEL
Individual competitors beat XPEL in a single category. No competitor beats it across all five.
XPEL’s DAP software contains 80,000+ precision-cut patterns designed from manufacturer vehicle data. Your car gets a custom-fit kit cut in our shop, not a generic template trimmed by hand on your paint. This is the single biggest factor in installation quality, and it’s not close.
Pre-Cut Pattern Library Size
Covers yellowing, cracking, bubbling, peeling, and delamination for a full decade. Transfers automatically to the next owner, so PPF adds to your resale value, not just your peace of mind. Most competitors either offer non-transferable coverage or lock warranty service to a single installer network.
Warranty Comparison
★ Only XPEL’s warranty transfers to the next owner
XPEL pioneered self-healing PPF in 2011. The elastomeric top coat has shape memory: when scratched, the molecular chains are displaced but not broken. Heat relaxes them back and the scratch fills in from the bottom up. No polishing. No intervention.
Watch it work. Scuff the gloss and the scratch closes itself in about five seconds with warmth from the sun. A typical competitor takes roughly six times longer.
Per the XPEL Technical Data Sheet, Ultimate Plus shows no detrimental effect after 30-minute immersion in gasoline, diesel, motor oil, lacquer thinner, and acetone. Bug acids, bird droppings, and tree sap do not bond to the low-surface-energy film. Edge Seal Technology prevents lifting and contaminant intrusion.
4-Layer Construction
Total: 7.6 mil nominal per XPEL TDS
XPEL (NYSE: XPEL) is the only publicly traded company dedicated to automotive protection film. Certified dealers operate in every major market worldwide. If you move, travel, or need warranty service, you’re covered. Your protection follows the car, not the zip code.
#1
Worldwide
Largest certified installer network
NYSE: XPEL · The only publicly traded PPF company
XPEL Ultimate Plus on a Porsche 911 Carrera S. Invisible armor.
Head-to-Head
Every major PPF shares the same base material: thermoplastic polyurethane. The differences that matter are in the engineering, software, and support behind it.
At a glance · relative strength
Each rival spikes on a single axis. Only XPEL reaches the edge on all five.
Relative scoring reflects published manufacturer specifications and our installation experience; competitor figures are subject to change. Verify current terms with each manufacturer.
| Feature | XPEL Ultimate Plus | SunTek Ultra | STEK DYNOshield | 3M Pro Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 8 mil 7, 8, 10 options | 8 mil | 8 mil | 8 mil |
| Self-Healing Speed | 5–10 seconds | 5–10 seconds | 10–15 seconds | 15–30 seconds |
| Optical Clarity | Industry benchmark, zero orange peel | Excellent | Excellent, liquid top coat | Good, low orange peel |
| Built-In Hydrophobic | Add ceramic coating for best results | Mild, coating recommended | Best factory hydrophobic | Requires aftermarket coating |
| Stain Resistance | TDS-verified: gas, diesel, acetone | HydroResist top coat | Nano-ceramic top coat | Good, no ceramic |
| Pattern Software | 80,000+ kits (DAP) Largest library, fastest updates | ~15K kits (TruCut) Smaller library | Third-party software Limited coverage | ~30K kits Good, not leading |
| Warranty | 10 years, transferable Adds resale value | 10 years, limited Not transferable | 10 years, limited Includes hydrophobic coverage | 10 years, limited Backed by 3M ($100B+ corp) |
| Installer Network | Largest globally Warranty honored anywhere | Large via Eastman Regional strength | Growing rapidly Enthusiast market focus | Massive via 3M Broad distribution |
| Track Record | 25+ years First self-healing PPF (2011) | Eastman-backed Reliable long-term data | Newer brand Strong but less field data | Original PPF patent Decades of proven use |
Comparison reflects published manufacturer specifications and our installation experience; competitor figures are subject to change. Verify current terms with each manufacturer.
Lamborghini Huracán STO · XPEL paint protection
The XPEL Lineup at Wrap Labs
Both films share XPEL’s core technology: self-healing, stain resistance, Edge Seal, 10-year transferable warranty, and 80,000+ DAP patterns.
High Gloss · Clear
The flagship. Virtually invisible, preserves your factory color and gloss while providing maximum protection against chips, scratches, and stains.
Best for: Any vehicle where you want to keep the original look, protected. Our most installed film.
Satin Matte · Clear
Transforms any gloss paint into a sophisticated satin finish while delivering the same protection. The definitive matte PPF on the market.
Best for: Factory matte paint preservation, or converting gloss to satin for a stealth aesthetic.
We apply XPEL Fusion Plus ceramic coating over your PPF for water-beading, easy-clean protection. Same result as a built-in hydrophobic film, with the flexibility to reapply and maintain it over the life of the PPF. Ask us about bundling ceramic with your install.
Ask About BundlingReady to protect it
See XPEL paint protection at Wrap Labs.
Coverage options, real installs, and how we wrap your car in our Westlake Village studio. The film you just read about, on the service page.
Wrap Labs · XPEL Authorized Dealer
Consultation takes 15–20 minutes. We’ll inspect the vehicle, recommend coverage, and show you XPEL’s self-healing in person.
Mon – Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
31293 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
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XPEL Authorized · Est. 2014 · 4.9 on Google · 10,000+ cars
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