This is my absolutely favorite product-strawberries-n-cream. i don't know about the other kinds of V05 condtioners, but for me this product does exactly what its name says. It smooths. I use it for conditioner washes and it is great at smoothing/detangling my hair. I don't notice if my hair is dry afterwards, b/c when I get out of the shower I put on UBH lotion immediately and then seal it with WGO.
I hope I don't jinx my myself by raving about this product, but so far so good.
I have 4a/b type hair.