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What is the best instant glue?
Sometimes we need an adhesive that is just as strong as it is fast to dry. There are tons of instant glues on the market, but it can be difficult to know which ones are the best ones. Here are the best instant glues.
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Bestseller No. 1
3M Scotch-Weld Plastic & Rubber Instant Adhesive PR40, Clear, 20 Gram Bottle
- Bonds to a number of substrates, including plastics and rubbers
- Precise application: pinch container for a precise drop or squeeze for a steady bead
- Low viscosity adhesive is easily applied from the bottle
- Strong, durable and long lasting bond on a variety of substrates
- Fast curing to keep projects moving quickly
SaleBestseller No. 2
STARBOND EM-02 Super Fast Thin, Premium Instant CA (Cyanoacrylate Adhesive) Super Glue Plus Extra Cap and Microtips, 2 oz. (for Woodturning, Pen Turning, Hobby, Stabilizing, Finish, Inlay)
- ✅ PREMIUM SUPER GLUE, SINCE 1988: For over 33 years, Starbond CA glues have been produced in smaller batch productions for product freshness. We take pride in serving industrial-grade adhesives with a longer shelf life and more reliable performance.
- ✅ GLUE LIKE A PRO: Great for wicking into tight spaces, stabilizing micro-fractures, woodturning, creating beautiful high gloss CA finishes, hobby models, and much more! Penetrating abilities of up to 0.002" in size, 2-3 cps viscosity, and dries in less than 5 seconds without the use of accelerator. With the accelerator, the ca glue bonds instantly!
- ✅ ELEVATE YOUR GLUE GAME: With your success in mind, we partnered with industry experts to produce CA glue tips and tricks video tutorials for you — scan the QR code on the user guide to watch.
- ✅ THE COMPLETE PACKAGE: Enjoy (3) applicator nozzles and (2) clog-free pin caps—in case of future clogs, you'll be prepared, and (16) precision microtips provide the perfect extension to hard-to-reach places without creating a mess!
- ✅ SATISFACTION GUARANTEED: We offer a 30-month Shelf Life Warranty for glues stored under 40°F. If you are not satisfied with the performance of our product, we will provide a 100% refund or replacement.
Bestseller No. 3
Boot-Fix Shoe Glue: Instant Professional Grade Shoe Repair Glue
- PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH shoe glue that bonds almost instantly with no clamping!
- STRONG FLEXIBLE BOND IN SECONDS. Make your repairs with confidence, Shoe-Fix Glue creates a flexible bond fast!
- NO EXPANDING, dries clear, heat, cold, and moisture resistant.
- COMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Faux Leather, Vinyl, Polyurethane, Leather, Rubber, Plastic, Wood, Fabric, and more!
- REPAIRS ALL TYPES OF FOOTWEAR: boots, athletic shoes, climbing shoes, dress shoes, high heels, sandals, cleats, hand bags, sneakers, and much more!
Bestseller No. 4
Hot Stuff Super T Medium Instant CA Glue, 2oz HST-4 (Pack of 2)
- Bonds in 10-25 seconds
- Medium thickness, 200-300 cps
- Bonds porous and non-porous materials
- Can fill small gaps
- Made in the USA
Bestseller No. 5
Shoe-Fix Shoe Glue: Instant Professional Grade Shoe Repair Glue
- PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH shoe glue that bonds almost instantly with no clamping!
- NO EXPANDING, dries clear, heat, cold, and moisture resistant.
- STRONG FLEXIBLE BOND IN SECONDS. Make your repairs with confidence, Shoe-Fix Glue creates a flexible bond fast!
- COMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Faux Leather, Vinyl, Polyurethane, Leather, Rubber, Plastic, Wood, Fabric, and more!
- CREATS A LONG LASTING BOND that stays strong so you can have confidence in repairing your shoes yourself.
The best overall instant glue is Loctite Super Glue Gel. Loctite Super Glue Gel dries in just 30 to 45 seconds and can be used for crafting, hobbies, home, and office applications. Loctite Super Glue Gel works on a variety of surfaces including china, leather, hard plastics, rubber, leather, metal, paper, ceramic, wood, and more. It is completely mess-free and does not drip or run upon application and it both applies and dries completely crystal clear.
Best Budget-Friendly Instant Glue
The best budget-friendly instant glue is Gorilla Super Glue Gel. Costing less than $7 per bottle, Gorilla Super Glue Gel is one of the strongest and fastest drying glues you will be able to find on the market. Gorilla Super Glue Gel dries in just 10 to 45 seconds, depending on how much is used, and it is even impact-resistant after drying. Gorilla Super Glue Gel will bond with a wide variety of surfaces including paper, rubber, metal, ceramic, wood, leather, plastic, and more.
How to Fix Fraying Chargers with Super Glue
- First, you will want to get your fraying cord and clean it up a bit by using an Exacto knife to cut the frayed part of the cover, careful not to cut any of the wires.
- From there you can take any instant super glue with a thick viscosity and put it around the part of the cable with the exposed wires. Be generous with the amount you use.
- From there, you can take some parchment paper and gently wrap it around the glue, careful not to squeeze any out.
- Wait for the glue to dry completely and then you can remove the parchment paper.
- Lastly, if any areas were missed or need an extra dab of glue, you can add it, but wait for the glue to dry before using the cable.
Best Instant Glue with a Brush
The best instant glue with a brush is Krazy Glue. Krazy Glue has been a staple instant glue for many years. Not quite as instant as others in this guide, Krazy Glue dries in 10 minutes, which gives you time to change things should you need to. Krazy Glue’s brush applicator never clumps or sticks together and allows for accurate glue placement whether you are crafting or using the glue at home or school.
Quickest Instant Glue
The quickest instant glue you will be able to find is The Original Super Glue. The Original Super Glue dries in an incredible 10 to 30 seconds. The Original Super Glue bonds super strongly to just about anything, but it bonds particularly well with wood, jewelry, metal, ceramic, plastic, china, pottery, and even fingernails. The Original Super Glue is both paintable and sandable after it dries and it comes with a fine applicator tip that eliminates dripping and running.
The best overall instant glue is Loctite Super Glue Gel. The best budget-friendly instant glue is Gorilla Super Glue Gel. The best brush-on instant glue is Krazy Glue. The quickest-drying instant glue is The Original Super Glue.
Most instant glues will dissolve easily with acetone, so just take any nail polish remover, put it on some cotton, and dab it on the glue until it has completely dissolved.
No, Loctite Super Glue Gel is not dishwasher safe. In fact, Loctite Super Glue Gel should not be used anywhere it will be exposed to excessive heat, like a microwave or an oven.
Yes, you will be able to get a strong bond with leather to metal using Gorilla Super Glue Gel. But for the best results, be sure you roughen up the metal first.
Krazy Glue bonds with vinyl, wood, porcelain, ceramic, metal, plastic, leather, rubber, glass, and more.
The Original Super Glue will last about a year unopened, a bit less after it is opened if it is stored properly in a cool, dry room.
