Where does Valspar paint rank?

Valspar consistently ranks in the top tier but not at the very top in most independent professional and consumer rankings. In Consumer Reports' 2024-2025 interior paint tests, Valspar Signature ranked in the top 5 out of more than 30 paints tested, scoring 75-80 out of 100, placing it just behind Behr Marquee and Benjamin Moore Regal Select and ahead of most Glidden and PPG lines. J.D. Power's Paint Satisfaction Study, which measures contractor and DIY satisfaction, typically places Valspar in the top 3 for interior paint retailers alongside Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore for color accuracy and application ease. For exterior paint, Valspar Duramax usually ranks in the top 6-8 due to good fade and mildew resistance but slightly lower adhesion scores than Sherwin-Williams Duration. Among professional painters, Valspar is ranked as the best Lowe's-exclusive brand and a strong value alternative to Sherwin-Williams, but most pros still rank Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore above it for high-end work. For the average homeowner, it is considered a solid upper-mid-range choice that balances price and performance.