Is Benjamin Moore paint better than Glidden?

Yes, Benjamin Moore paint is generally considered better than Glidden in terms of overall quality, coverage, color depth, durability, and professional painter preference, though Glidden offers much better value for budget conscious projects. Benjamin Moore, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, owned by Berkshire Hathaway, produces premium lines like Regal Select, Aura, and Ben that are known for excellent hide often in one to two coats even with deep colors, smooth application, low spatter, superior washability, fade resistance, and rich pigments using proprietary Gennex colorant technology, costing 60 to 90 dollars per gallon and sold at independent retailers. Glidden, owned by PPG and sold at Home Depot and Walmart, is positioned as budget to mid-tier paint, with lines like Glidden Premium and One Coat costing 25 to 40 dollars per gallon, offering decent coverage for light colors but often requiring extra coats for dark reds and blues and having lower scrub resistance. In professional tests and painter surveys, Benjamin Moore consistently scores higher for durability, touch-up, and long-term appearance retention. For high-end homes, kitchens, bathrooms, and areas where flawless finish and longevity matter, Benjamin Moore is better. For rental properties, garages, or large areas where cost outweighs perfect finish, Glidden can be adequate and represents good value, delivering maybe 80 to 90 percent performance for half price.