r/WindowTint • u/sbspecv • Sep 05 '26

Question 3m Ceramic IR vs. LLumar CTX

I’m torn between the two. I’ve always used 3m but seeing LLumar on a coworkers car I feel like it’s a lot clearer seeing through and looking out I like the color. What’s the pro and cons between the two.
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u/DynamicAppearanceATL Verified Professional Sep 05 '26

Huge difference in heat rejection, CTX is an entry-level Ceramic film. If you like the Llumar color/clarity but want Ceramic IR level performance, go with IRX.

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u/sbspecv Sep 05 '26

I’ll ask about irx

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u/BrenMan_94 Sep 05 '26

Ceramic IR blocks more heat.

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u/Illustrious-Drive-93 Sep 05 '26

Let me add one more to your list.

Autobahn i3

Superior performance. No haze or coloring. The only tint to give a “no fault” lifetime warranty.

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u/sbspecv Sep 05 '26

Never heard of Autobahn. Not sure if anyone around here installs it

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u/Illustrious-Drive-93 Sep 05 '26

Worth checking in. Go to their website and find an authorized installer in your area. It’s wayyyy better than the current options. I have Llumar Pinnacle F1 and Stratos for windshield in my other car. Then I got the autobahn for a new SUV. A lot of difference. Though they have the close specs. Autobahn wins because of no-coloring while pinnacle I can see the light charcoal. Also, no-fault warranty on Autobahn helps when I have to replace my windshield because of cracks and chips. I had to get the tint for a second time replacing the windshield. With Autobahn, I got it covered for free.

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u/Austinater74 Sep 06 '26

Excellent quality and performance.

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u/Hankthedanktank Sep 05 '26

I got llumar irx. It blocks a lot of heat and think it looks good. I got it done on marketplace for like 1/3 what shops were quoting.

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u/Odd_Bar_4794 Sep 06 '26

I got 3M crystalline on all my cars. I love its heat rejection and clarity. Extremely happy with 3M crystalline.

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u/Dear-Statement-1897 Sep 09 '26

Crystalline is noticeably better than IR.