Beauty Blender or Real Techniques sponge??

Beauty Blender sponges are known for their unique texture, which is often described as soft and bouncy. Some users prefer this texture for blending makeup seamlessly. Real Techniques sponges have a different texture, which can feel slightly firmer in comparison. Real Techniques sponges are often more budget-friendly compared to Beauty Blender, which is considered a higher-end option. If cost is a significant factor for you, Real Techniques might be the choice.

I've personally never really noticed a difference among makeup sponges. I've purchased beauty blenders, the real techniques sponges, even knockoffs from the dollar store and they've all more or less worked the exact same for me! I might be the odd one out with that opinion though.

I generally agree with annehall- I find the finish of most sponges very similar (I’ve used every type under the sun, as I’ve been a makeup artist since the late 90s!) The biggest difference I see is durability: between the 2 you mentioned, I think my beauty blenders last longer.

Always drugstore for me. It’s way too expensive especially since they sometimes rip, and recommend to replace every 3 months or so. I used to use RT, but my favorite is ELF. I’ve tried many of them and they’re very good. Sponge trio comes with 3 different shapes. The triangle one is surprisingly my favorite - great for foundation, concealer, cream blush. The long oval is my favorite for concealer (also sold separately). They’re very soft and great price. Way softer than RealTechniques. Elf Total Face Blending Sponge is also great. It’s the same shape as the one in the trio - rounded top with flat bottom. But I find this pink one to be softer than the one in the trio set. If you just want this shape, I’d recommend this one over the one inside the trio.

Beauty blender I like and they are easy to work with and wash