Best Filbert Art Paintbrushes of 2025

"I giggled a bit because I really wanted long handle brushes, but I was surprised at how big they actually are! These brushes are wonderfully THIRSTY and deliver amazing quality. I've tried many brush sets, but these stand out for their thickness and length. They hold water beautifully, and I appreciate that they stay in perfect shape without shedding. I'm very impressed and would love to see a variety set that includes different shapes!"

"What a difference quality brushes make! I needed good round brushes for watercolor painting, and I've found these to outperform all others I own. They hold a lot of water and pigment, and each comes to a beautiful point. I was worried about the packaging, but everything arrived undamaged. Even though the sizing is different from my other brushes, I'm very happy with this purchase and will recommend them!"

"These brushes have been a real upgrade to my art supplies. They allow me to work in both acrylics and watercolor with ease. I really enjoy using them for my bottle art projects. It's essential to care for these brushes properly, washing them with soap and water after each use to keep them in great condition. Overall, a great purchase!"

"I find these brushes to be extremely comfortable. The bristles are firm enough for daily painting and cleaning, and they maintain their shape very well. Overall, it's a great value for the price."

"I've been using these filbert brushes and I’m very pleased with them. They clean easily and are simply perfect for my needs."

"After several months of using this set, I've had to lower my rating from five stars to three. While most brushes performed well, the two largest ones shed a significant amount of bristles during use, which is disappointing. However, the handle length and ferrule quality are solid."

"I found these brushes to be very nice for the price and they were perfect for my project."

"I ordered this set for Christmas crafting, and they arrived on time, well-packaged. I love using good quality flat brushes for my acrylic work, and these are reasonably priced, allowing me to replace them as needed."

"As someone who paints by numbers, I appreciate that these brushes hold the paint well and maintain their point for quite a while. This is my second set because the tips eventually got too blunt, which was expected. So far, Transon has been the best value for my needs."

"The brushes arrived well-packaged. The tips were in great shape, and after washing out the protective glue, I've started using them. So far, they work well with my oils, and I really enjoy them. The key is keeping them clean and properly cared for."

"After my old brushes started shedding during class, I decided to look for new ones and found the Red Sable Filbert Paint Brushes. I'm really pleased with them! The paint flows beautifully onto the canvas. Even my teacher noticed their quality and said, 'These are pretty nice.' I'll be replacing all my brushes with these."

"I've been buying brushes for my husband who enjoys painting for relaxation. These are fantastic quality at a great price! They are easy to clean when you use B & J Brush Cleaner & Preserver. This is the third set I've purchased, and I'm not being paid for this review!"

"I've bought Kingart brushes before and found them perfect for gouache. I needed smaller brushes for creating small loose flowers and detailed work. These brushes are stiffer than standard watercolor brushes, which is essential for gouache. They don’t hold much water either, making them ideal for my needs. However, I do wish they offered a larger filbert brush."

"I appreciate the quality of Kingart brushes. The #10 size is quite small, about 1cm in width, and I wish I had opted for a larger size, but I find it useful for lifting techniques."

"This is probably my fourth set of Kingart brushes I've purchased. I've learned that you can't go wrong with this brand!"

"I was pleasantly surprised by this set of brushes. They are comfortable to hold and transfer a lot of paint. After washing them as recommended, not a single bristle has fallen out. For this price, it's a great deal!"

"As an oil painter, I appreciate these brushes. They hold a clean edge and so far, they haven't lost any hairs. I wash them after each use, and they have remained in good condition."

"I really like these hog bristle brushes. No bristles have fallen out, and they work perfectly for non-detailed areas. They are my go-to choice for such tasks."

"I love it! It works great and is easy to grab, leaving nice strokes."

"I fell in love with this brand! I ordered the complete set of 48 brushes in 4 styles, and I'm absolutely pleased with their quality and functionality."

"These brushes are perfect for applying stain to my art projects. They are smooth, flexible, and a great product overall."

"I returned the larger brushes because they were too big for my needs, but I loved them so much that I ended up purchasing the smallest size, #30. They are quite lovely, soft, and have short handles that I prefer."

"I really appreciate the size and shape of this brush. It holds a lot of water and pigment, making it absolutely perfect for my watercolor projects."

"As someone who isn’t an artist, I didn’t know much about brushes, but I’ve always liked this style, which I found out is called a Filbert. The brush is larger than I anticipated, but it’s allowed me to tackle many projects with much more precision than usual."

"This brush is perfect for cleaning up my eyebrows with concealer and creating sharp cuts in fantasy makeup. I absolutely love it!"

"I've found these brushes to be of great quality and they fit my needs perfectly."

"After a few weeks using this brush for watercolor, I’m really satisfied with its performance. It holds water well and maintains its shape, plus it was a great value!"

"As a beginner, I found the ZenArt Artist Choice Brushes to be a great addition to my toolkit. They are a strong set, and despite my initial concerns about the bent bristles, they returned to shape easily after washing. While cleaning, I noticed a bit of shedding, which is typical for new brushes. However, they performed wonderfully when painting my Totoro dice tower and a set of lungs. They held paint well and were comfortable to use. I appreciate the helpful customer service from ZenArt, who sent me sturdy replacements for the size 12 and 8 brushes that had loose ferrules. Overall, I highly recommend these brushes!"

"Having switched to the ZenArt Supplies' Renoir Collection, I couldn't be more pleased! The brushes come in a beautiful black satin case and are individually wrapped for protection. I love the balance of the long-handled brushes, which make painting easy and enjoyable. The badger mix brushes feel soft, while the Chungking hog bristles offer a bit more stiffness for control. This collection has everything I need for any painting scenario, whether in the studio or outdoors. I definitely recommend them for oil and heavy-body acrylic artists!"

"I recently tried the ZenART Verbena Paintbrush Set, and it’s been a wonderful experience. The packaging is elegant and protective, making it easy to travel with. These brushes work incredibly well with both acrylics and watercolors. The soft yet resilient bristles allow for smooth strokes and maintain their shape beautifully. The variety of brush shapes included caters to all my artistic needs. I highly recommend this set to artists at any level!"