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Customer Reviews for Effax Leather Combi

Effax Leather Combi

For the most thorough leather cleaning, Leather Combi is a great alternative to traditional saddle soap. Leather Combi's grease free formula penetrates leather and does not attract dust. With regular use, leather is non-slip, tear-resistant, smooth and insensitive to water and sweat. Made in Germany.
Average Customer Rating:
4.708 out of 5
4.7
 out of 
5
(65 Reviews) 59
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 65 reviews
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Star
2
58 of 61(95%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Effax Leather Combi
Review 1 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

So far so good

May 22, 2013
ByRachelA
fromNY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I have been using the Effax Leather Combi for just over one month. It is simple and seems to really clean off built up sweat and grim on my bridle and martingale. I also have been using it on my tall boots to remove the grim on the side from riding. You really don't have to use that much at all. After the tack dries the leather feels clean, looks clean and doesn't have any residue left over"
Review 2 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

A Little Goes A Long Way

May 4, 2013
ByMareP
fromLauren's NY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This was the first leather-cleaner I had purchased and I'm totally impressed! Cleans like a charm and leaves the leather soft. I used it to clean a saddle that had COBWEBS on it and it still came out looking like-new. Shipped fast. Great product."
Review 3 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Cleaner to be beat

March 27, 2013
ByReviewer5
fromNY
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
"Definitely earned its place in my tack box. I'm obsessive about cleaning tack and this seems to work faster and better then the saddle soap method. Also gets all the grime off my bridle (my foaming warmblood makes this difficult)"
Review 4 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Melts off tough dirt

March 6, 2013
ByRialin
fromIndiana
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This product is perfect for melting off tough sweat accumulations or stuck on dirt. It even softens and helps to remove stuck on hay and slobber from hard-to-reach crevasses of bridles. I do feel it can be slightly drying, but combining it with a conditioning saddle soap makes for a perfect cleaning combination!"
 
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Review 5 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Easy to use

January 21, 2013
Bytxhjgirl
fromCA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This product seems to be very high quality. It is very easy to use and it's nice to know that it both cleans and conditions. So, when I'm in a rush, I can quickly squirt it onto a rag, swipe it over my tack, and I'm good to go! Really happy with how my tack looks after using it."
Review 6 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Unbeatable!

August 23, 2012
ByJHG
fromNorthern Virginia
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I may stray, but I always come back to this product. Cleans even the grubbiest tack well and leaves leather nice without feeling sticky. Has preserved my tack very well over the last several years. Easy one-step cleaning. You will not regret this purchase--highly recommend!"
 
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Review 7 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Best cleaner ever!

April 22, 2012
ByJayBee826
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I can't say enough good about this product. Cuts through the grime on my bridle and leaves my saddle supple and conditioned. Don't waste your money on another product. Really!!"
 
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Review 8 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Different but good...

April 2, 2012
ByFrontRow
fromVirginia
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
"I had never tried any saddle soap that was liquid before I tried the Leather Combi. I had a tendency to put a little too much on my little sponge while using it, but after a few cleanings, I got the hang of it.
The soap is pricey, but a little does seem to go a long way. The product has a good smell, although I detect a faint odor of alcohol. Anyway, I am pleased with the product."
Review 9 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Stuff

March 30, 2012
Bytackobsessed
fromWI
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Effax is great for cleaning saddles and boots without leaving a residue and doesnt attract dust to the surface. I find that it does a way better job than most cleaners"
Review 10 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Favorite leather care product

March 14, 2012
Bykeysfins
fromFlorida today, Colorado depending on the season
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This is far superior to saddle soap or glycerin bars. No sticky feeling left behind, it does not attract dirt and grime, and is kind to leather. Really does get the sweat and dirt out of the leather. This is the only product I use for cleaning other than a damp cloth."
Review 11 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Very Easy to Use

February 13, 2012
BySpeedyG
fromBakersfield, CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
"The directions aren't super great, but with some trial and error and I have figured out how to best use the cleaner. I like that it doesn't leave a sticky film and rinses away cleanly. I dampen my leather, squirt the cleaner onto a tack sponge, and scrub away. The cleaner works best if the sponge is damp. When I am finished cleaning, I do a final wipe down with a damp cloth and allow my leather to dry for a bit. I finish it off with Passier's Lederbalsam."
 
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Review 12 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Cleaner

December 30, 2011
Byiloveequitation
fromOhio
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I love this saddle soap so much! A little bit goes a long way! I recently got a lightly used saddle for Christmas and cleaned it with the Leather Combi. It took away all of the dirt and grime and left the leather soft! I definently reccomend this product and will use nothing else on my saddle!"
 
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Review 13 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

My Favorite Leather Cleaner

December 21, 2011
BySarah10
fromOhio
Expertise:Novice
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Love this product! I use it on both of my saddles, both of which are custom and made of excellent leather. I use it after every ride and also wipe off grith, bridle and boots with. Smells so good! Always my go to leather cleaner!"
Review 14 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

chemical smell

December 2, 2011
BySugarfoot712
fromSt. Charles, IL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"Not what I expected for a leather cleaner & conditioner. Product is the consistency of water and has a chemical smell."
Review 15 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

A must for tack cleaning!

September 2, 2011
ByKimB
fromKY
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Just one of those products you dont want to be without! You can clean and ride right away - no greasy mess."
Review 16 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great for removing build up

July 30, 2011
ByBaggy
fromIllinois
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This tack cleaner is excellent for removing build up and residue. I would not recommend it for daily use though. It smells like straight rubbing alcohol and dries out the leather. I would recomment Effax Leder Creme Seife for daily use. You can't beat Leder Combi for removing grime though."
Review 17 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

BEST stuff ever!

July 21, 2011
Byeventer89
fromColorado Springs, CO
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"WOW. This is a new favorite product of mine for daily tack cleaning. A friend introduced me to this product, and I am a convert. Its easy to use, no mess, needs no water, and it keeps the leather so soft and supple. Since starting to use this product, I have to condition my leather far less, and it stays looking nice far longer. It leaves no icky residue, and it is super easy to apply. 5 stars all around for this product.
Fantastic cleaner! Definitely recommend to anyone. (My mom even likes to use it on our leather couch.)"
 
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Review 18 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent cleaner for high-end leather goods

July 8, 2011
Byanimalfarm
fromRockville, MD
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I am a huge fan of Leather Combi for cleaning tack- great to use on expensive leather items and works better than traditional glycerine soaps. A little bit goes a long way, so the bottle always lasts a long time. Great product!"
Review 19 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

great product

May 14, 2011
ByRiderOfDandR
fromCentral Coast, CA
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I like the way this product leaves the leather feeling; not greasy/not dried out. I transfer it to a spray bottle and spray it onto the sponge or the tack directly. Hate to run out of "Leather Combi""
Review 20 for Effax Leather Combi
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

My new favorite cleaner!

May 10, 2011
Byappyhorse
fromMassachusetts
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I've tried a lot of tack cleaning products, but this is one of the best! I love the grippy feel it leaves behind on the leather and a little goes a long way!"
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