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25 Best Cushion Foundations That Shoppers Swear By For *Flawless* Looking ComplexionIf there’s one product that beauty j...
04/12/2025

25 Best Cushion Foundations That Shoppers Swear By For *Flawless* Looking Complexion
If there’s one product that beauty junkies can’t live without it has to be BB cushion foundations. In fact, if you ever decide to take a peek at any woman’s purse, there’s a high chance that you might stumble upon this makeup product. It is arguably the biggest beauty trendsetter to ever hail from Korea. With its compact design and impeccable formulation, BB cushion foundation is a perfect choice for people who need a quick touch-up. If you’re looking for ways to amp up your makeup game, splurge on these BB cushion foundations asap. 

What is a BB Cushion Foundation?

Essentially, a BB cushion involve soaking a sponge with a foundation formula and storing it in a portable compact. Made popular by the Koreans, BB cushions provide a sheer to medium coverage to even out the skin tone and give the skin a radiant glow. Although it is usually lightweight in consistency, some brands also have BB cushions that provide medium to full coverage for a flawless base. Also, all BB cushions come with a compact mirror and a soft flat sponge applicator for an easy and fuss-free application. Moreover, BB cushion foundations also tend to have light-reflecting particles to give the skin a pearlescent sheen. Because they’re so portable and easy to use, they’re great for travel and touchups on the go.

BB Cream vs Foundation

Foundations are a timeless classic when it comes to base makeup products. Best known for offering a medium to full coverage, foundations are a go-to when it comes to covering blemishes, uneven skin tones and everything else!

Unlike foundations, BB creams are known for their sheer coverage, perfect for that all-natural, minimal look. Plus, BB creams act as all-in-one multitaskers — that means extra skin benefits including hydration and SPF. However, that does not mean you can skip out on your sunscreen!

How To Apply a BB Cushion Foundation?

All BB cushions come with an ultra-soft flat sponge applicator and a band to strap it to your fingers. To apply, simply wrap the band of the sponge around 2 to 3 fingers (see image above) and press the sponge into the cushion foundation. Then, start patting the cushion onto your skin using light and gentle tapping motions. For a flawless coverage, start at the centre of your face and T-zone before blending the product outwards and into your hairline. Because BB cushion foundations have a watery consistency, they are very easy to blend out and let the sponge do all the work for you. After an even application, you can go in with a second layer to build up the coverage. To keep the skin dewy and fresh, only powder the T-zone and keep the cheeks glowy and radiant.

The Best Cushion Foundations in Singapore 2025

1. Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Cushion Compact

The Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Cushion does not fail to deliver glowing skin. This cushion foundation promises easy buildability from sheer to full coverage, leaving skin with a soft-focus, matte finish without drying skin out! Additionally, this cushion foundation is infused with Pink Silk Tree Extract and caffeine, perfect for acne-prone skin types as this foundation soothes any skin inflammation. No wonder there are so many glowing reviews about this cushion foundation! The only snag we have with this product is that this product does not deliver full coverage as promised. Despite this, we would recommend this cushion foundation if you are looking for an all-natural look.

Why we love it:

Covers redness well

Sheer coverage

Weightless on skin

Price: $54.00

Where to buy: Bobbi Brown counters 

2. Make Up For Ever UV Bright Cushion

Make Up For Ever UV Bright Cushion is a holy grail for dry and senstive skin types. It is buildable to medium coverage and blends smoothly to a semi-matte finish. A great plus point is that it provides sun protection (SPF 35 PA+++). Although there are stray reviews, reviewers have been loving this cushion foundation for its non-greasy, dewy look. Check out Tricia Young’s review on the Make Up For Ever UV Bright Cushion.

However, we are not loving this product as the coverage is too sheer for our liking. Having said that, we would still recommend this cushion foundation to people with dry and sensitive skin as it does leave skin with a luminous, glowing finish!

Why we love it:

Intense Hydration

Lasts up to 4 hours

Great for Dry/Sensitive Skin

Price: $74.00

Where to buy: Lazada

3. Biotherm Aquasource CC Evermoist Cushion

Say goodbye to patchy makeup with the Biotherm Aquasource CC Evermoist Cushion! Formulated with Biotherm’s unique ingredient, Life Plankton cellular water, this cushion foundation boasts unbeatable hydration to leave skin looking dewy and glowing. Futhermore, this CC cushion foundation is infused with anti-ageing ingredients including Adenosine to combat fine lines and wrinkles.

Overall, we are loving this product! However, the only drawback about this product is that it does not minimise the appearance of pores that much. Even so, this product is perfect if you are looking for a lightweight foundation especially if you are travelling to a country with a dry climate.  Even beauty influencer Roseanne Tang approves of this CC cushion foundation! Check out her review here.

Why we love it:

Very moisturising

Extremely lightweight

High coverage

Price: $79.00

Where to buy: Available at Biotherm stores

4. MilkTouch All-Day Skin Fit Milky Glow Cushion



Facts in a Flash


MilkTouch All-Day Skin Fit Milky Glow Cushion

Type: All skin types


Main Function: MilkTouch All-Day Skin Fit Milky Glow Cushion delivers buildable, skin-perfecting coverage with a fresh, dewy finish, keeping your complexion luminous and hydrated all day




texture:
Lightweight, buildable coverage


MilkTouch All-Day Skin Fit Milky Glow Cushion captured the spotlight this year, winning Best Cushion Foundation and Best Breakthrough Award at Beauty Insider Singapore’s Beauty and Wellness Awards 2025. Tried, tested, and loved by us, it has become a must-have for keeping complexion fresh, no matter how long the day runs.

This award-winning cushion foundation delivers buildable coverage with a radiant, skin-like finish that lasts all day. It evens out skin tone, smooths imperfections, and blends beautifully, leaving your complexion looking fresh and dewy. The result? Effortless Korean Glass Skin in just a few taps.

Now available in 20 true-to-tone shades, there is a match for every skin tone: fair, light, tan, and deep. The lightweight formula hydrates and nourishes, leaving skin soft and comfortable without a heavy or cakey feel. Built-in SPF also protects your skin from daily sun exposure, making it ideal for Singapore’s hot and humid weather.

The sleek compact is ideal for on-the-go beauty. Heading out for an early meeting or a night with friends? This cushion slips easily into your handbag, so you are always ready for a quick glow-up anytime, anywhere. One swipe gives a soft glow, while additional layers provide more coverage where you want it.

Infused with skin-loving ingredients, the MilkTouch All-Day Skin Fit Milky Glow Cushion keeps your complexion looking luminous and hydrated all day. A go-to for busy Singaporeans dealing with the heat while juggling their daily routines, it is a beauty essential for glowing skin with minimal effort.

Perfect for busy days and long nights, this cushion foundation offers reliable coverage and a natural glow no matter the occasion. From the office to weekend brunch, or even travel adventures, it ensures your skin looks fresh with every application.

Why we love it:

Lightweight formula

Buildable coverage

Skin-like finish

Available in 20 true-to-tone shades

Built-in SPF protection for everyday sun defence

Compact design for easy portability

Cons: 

Dewy finish might not suit those who prefer a matte look

Price: $39.90

Where to buy: MilkTouch’s website, BHG Bugis

5. Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Cushion Foundation

Now, this is the matte cushion foundation we’re all looking for! The Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Cushion Foundation boasts high coverage — that means it can conceal unevenness, dark spots, fine lines… you name it. Additionally, this product leaves skin with an airbrushed finish, so you can expect a flawless complexion without stripping away your skin’s natural glow! Check out a preview of this cushion foundation by Lancôme:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdrEr9qWqpA

Overall, we are absolutely loving this product! Although there are some stray reviews, many reviewers have hailed this product as a holy grail for its weightless formula and buildability. If you want to power up its mattifying effect, simply dust a little translucent powder on your face.

Why we love it:

It controls oil production

It has extremely high coverage

It does not oxidise on skin

Price: $52.00

Where to buy: Selfridges

6. Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Le Cushion Encre de Peau

For skin that is better than your own, go for the Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Le Cushion Encre de Peau.  This is the cushion version of YSL’s classic Fusion Ink foundation which has been highly raved about. In addition, this weightless foundation claims to last for more than four hours while giving skin a luminous glow. Plus, beauty YouTuber Liah Yoo herself is loving this cushion foundation! 

We absolutely love this product as it truly did live up to its promise of giving a natural look, sufficient coverage, comfortable wear, and a shine-free finish. Having said that, many reviewers feel that this product is better for drier skin types and will not recommend this to people with oily and combination skin types.

Why we love it:

Matte finish

Medium coverage conceals any imperfections

Seamless application

Price: $102.00

Where to buy: Yves Saint Laurent’s official website

7. Innisfree Long Wear Cushion

Innisfree Long Wear is the ultimate go-to to get rid of oil shine. This cushion foundation claims to be strong against sweat and sebum, ideal for the humid climate on our sunny island. Furthermore, it boasts cooling sensations when you smear it onto your skin. Check out this product review done by beauty YouTuber The Beauty Breakdown.

Overall, we are loving this product as it does its job of reducing any oil shine while giving the skin a luminous glow! Plus, it does reduce redness and corrects uneven skin tones. We would highly recommend this product for people with oily and combination skin!

Why we love it:

Amazing herbal tea scent which is not too overpowering

Long-lasting wear that lasts up to 8 hours

Matte finish without dulling skin out

Price: $12.00

Where to buy: Available at Innisfree stores.

8. MAC Lightful C+ Coral Grass SPF 50/PA++++ Quick Finish Cushion Compact Foundation

The MAC Lightful C+ Coral Grass SPF 50/PA++++ Quick Finish Cushion Compact Foundation may just be your solution to dull, ageing skin. Available in 7 shades, this cushion foundation leaves skin with a matte finish while providing decent sun protection. In addition, this cushion foundation is packed with hydration and brightening properties for youthful and radiant complexion.

Overall, we find that this cushion foundation does wonders for our skin! We are loving the high coverage of this product as it does minimise pore appearance, fine lines and any blemishes. No wonder it has received so many glowing reviews! Definitely repurchasing this product again!

Why we love it:

Brightens dull skin without oil shine

Long-lasting wear for up to 6 hours

Very moisturising

Price: $69.00

Where to buy: MAC’s official website

9. Lancôme Blanc Expert Cushion 3.0 Compact High Coverage

If you are looking for a cushion foundation that can hold up all day long, the Lancôme Blanc Expert Cushion 3.0 Compact High Coverage has got you covered. Not only does this cushion foundation last for up to 11 hours,  this cushion foundation leaves skin looking dewy for that rosy radiance. Furthermore, it has SPF 50+ to protect you from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Check out Roseanne Tang’s review on this product.

For glowing, natural skin, this cushion foundation is a must-have. We would highly recommend this product if you are looking for a foundation that lasts all day, keeping your skin looking bright and fresh. However, this product does not claim to control oil, so this may not be the best cushion foundation for oily and combination skin types.

Why we love it:

Medium to high coverage

Corrects uneven skin tones

Velvety texture

Price:  $68.00

Where to buy: Shopee

10. Shu Uemura Blanc: Chroma Brightening UV Cushion Foundation

Undecided on a matte or dewy finish? Now you can have both! The Blanc:chroma Brightening UV Cushion Foundation boasts high coverage and a good balance of matte and dewy finishes to give you a healthy glow. What’s more, this cushion foundation is formulated with brightening actives including Vitamin CG to combat fine lines and brighten up dull skin. Check out this YouTuber’s first impressions of this product. 

Although there are some things we love about this cushion foundation, it does not deliver on its promise of being high coverage. Plus, it does not fully cover blemishes and acne. Having said that, this is perfect if you want a cushion foundation with light to medium coverage.

Why we love it:

Lightens hyperpigmentation and dark spots

Good balance of matte and dewy finish

Brightens dull skin 

Price: $55.00

Where to buy: Available at Shu Uemura oulets

11. L’oreal Paris True Match Cushion Foundation

The cult classic L’oreal True Match Liquid Foundation is back in a handy version! This cushion foundation has it all: medium coverage, silky matte finish and 24 hour long lasting hydration! Plus, the mattifying power of the foundation absorbs the excess sebum on your face without drying your skin to keep you looking fresh all day long. Check out Tricia Young’s amazing transformation for yourself.

Overall, we are absolutely loving this cushion foundation! The only drawback we have with this product is that it is not as hydrating as we would have liked it, Having said that, we would highly recommend this to oily and acne-prone skin types. This cushion foundation is a must-have on our list! Even hundreds of reviewers agree!

Why we love it:

Silky matte finish

Reduces oil shine

Covers redness and blemishes well 

Price: $30.90

Where to buy: Lazada

12. Maybelline Super BB Cream Cushion Fresh Matte

The Maybelline Super BB Cream Cushion Fresh Matte is your go-to for oily and sensitive skin. With its weightless and high coverage formula, this cushion foundation promises a non-sticky, matte finish that lasts for up to 12 hours. Furthermore, it is non-comedogenic, so you do not have to worry about this cushion foundation clogging up your pores! Check out Tricia Young’s first impressions of this product here.

Overall, we have no qualms about this product! Not only does the mattifying minerals of this cushion foundation reduce oil shine, but it is extremely affordable, so you do not have to break the bank looking for a good cushion foundation. This product is definitely a must-have for oily and sensitive skin types.

Why we love it:

Does not oxidise on skin

Oil control

High coverage

Price: $18.00

Where to buy: Watsons

13. Laneige BB Cushion Pore Control

As one of the first brands to set the cushion foundation trend, it is safe to say that Laneige is a serious contender when it comes to cushioning foundations. The product boasts its high coverage and long-lasting formula. In fact, it stays on your face for twelve hours. That’s a whole Friday in the office plus some partying at night. Even beauty YouTuber The Beauty Breakdown is loving this cushion foundation!

With its easy buildability and weightless formula, we can see why there are so many glowing reviews about this product! Although some reviews claim that this product does not provide full coverage, most reviewers are still loving this product. We would highly recommend this to people with oily and acne-prone skin.

Why we love it:

Does not oxidise on skin

Oil shine control

Very lightweight on skin

Price: $44.00

Where to buy: KrisShop

14. Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion EX

Sulwhasoo’s cushion foundations have been a crowd favourite and now they are back better than ever with the Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion Ex. With its buildable formula and medium to high coverage, this cushion foundation promises to deliver a dewy, non-sticky finish for flawless skin. Plus, it is infused with anti-ageing properties including Red Pine extract for firm skin and youthful glow. Even lifestyle YouTuber Bee approves of this cushion foundation!

Overall, this product is the holy grail of cushion foundations. Not only does it minimise pore appearance, but it keeps skin looking hydrated and youthful and we highly recommend it to people with oily skin type. No wonder this cushion foundation has countless glowing reviews.

Why we love it:

Leaves skin with a luminous glow

Minimises the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Full coverage

Price: $96.00

Where to buy: Sulwhasoo’s official website

15. Etude House Any Cushion All Day Perfect

As the name suggests, the Etude House Any Cushion All Day Perfect promises nothing but perfect skin. The Etude House Any Cushion All Day Perfect cushion foundation is formulated to brighten and whiten skin while providing decent sun protection. In addition, it provides long-lasting coverage for up to 24 hours. With that in mind, it should be no surprise this product has become a fan favourite.

However, we were disappointed as it did not deliver long-lasting coverage as promised. On the other hand, if you are a fan of dewy skin, this may be the product for you. Check out what YouTuber The Beauty Breakdown thought about this product.

Why we love it:

Glides seamlessly on skin

High coverage

Dewy glow

Price: $27.61

Where to buy: Lazada

16. The Face Shop Oil Control Water Cushion

The Face Shop Oil Control Water Cushion is a must-have for oily and acne-prone skin types. This cushion foundation claims to provide light to medium coverage topped off with a matte finish to keep oil shine at bay. In addition, this cushion foundation is waterproof! So you do not need to worry about your makeup melting when it’s scorching hot or raining wet outside. You can even see the huge difference in this YouTuber’s review!

Although this product has received some stray reviews, we would still recommend this product as it does its job of controlling oil shine while providing enough coverage to conceal all our imperfections. 

Why we love it:

Smooth, velvety texture

Waterproof

Easy buildability

Price: $20.00

Where to buy: Shopee

17. Missha M Magic Cushion

Missha M Magic Cushion is truly a magical product. With its lightweight moisture and amazing oil control production, the formula of this foundation has all it takes to rise against the heat and humidity. Plus, this cushion foundation boasts long-lasting wear and a matte finish. Even lifestyle YouTuber Bee is raving over this product.

Overall, we are loving this pr

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La Alegreya Organica™ Brings Certified Organic and Vegan Luxury Brands to SingaporeA leading global collective of certif...
04/12/2025

La Alegreya Organica™ Brings Certified Organic and Vegan Luxury Brands to Singapore
A leading global collective of certified organic and vegan luxury brands, La Alegreya Organica™ has officially made its debut in Singapore. Dedicated to redefining beauty through purity, responsibility, and innovation, La Alegreya Organica™ brings together a portfolio of award-winning skincare, wellness, and lifestyle brands that embody conscious, certified, and ethical luxury.  

Reflecting on changing consumer values, Jan Cheah, Founder of La Alegreya Organica™, said:

Consumers in Singapore are increasingly aware of what goes into their beauty and wellness products. We are proud to bring transparency, sustainability, conscious practices, and globally certified excellence to this market.

Driven by a mission to elevate global beauty and lifestyle ideals, La Alegreya Organica™ offers certified organic, vegan, and halal-conscious products for today’s discerning consumers. Its launch in Singapore marks a new chapter, introducing luxury-certified alternatives to mainstream beauty and spotlighting ethical, sustainable brands from Australia, the UK, and beyond. 

The company also aims to build lasting relationships with Singapore’s retailers, consumers, and industry leaders, shaping a more conscious beauty landscape.

Brands Making Their Debut in Singapore

Clémence Organics (Australia) – ACO Certified Organic

Founded by naturopath Bridget Carmady, Clémence Organics delivers award-winning skincare formulated for sensitive and mature skin. Established in 2016, the brand grew from Carmady’s clinical experience in helping patients manage acne, eczema, rosacea, and sensitivity.

Today, with over 200 international beauty awards, Clémence is recognised as Australia’s most celebrated natural skincare brand. Certified organic, certified cruelty-free, and part of 1% for the Planet, the brand embodies simplicity, purity, and sustainability.

Botani Skincare (Australia) – Certified Vegan

Founded in 2003 by a naturopath and herbalist, Botani stands among Australia’s pioneers in natural skincare. Powered by olive actives and native botanicals, its lightweight, fast-absorbing formulas target pigmentation, acne, dryness, sensitivity, and signs of ageing, making them perfect for Singapore’s tropical climate. 

Staying true to its philosophy of “green skincare for a greener tomorrow,” Botani continues to unite science and nature to inspire natural confidence.

Earthie Koala (Australia) – ACO Certified Organic

Born on the South Australian coast and founded by a pharmacist mother and an accountant father, Earthie Koala began as a family’s search for safe, natural skincare for their newborn. Today, the brand offers 100% certified organic, vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free products designed to address eczema, nappy rash, cradle cap, scars, stretch marks, sunburn, and more.

Each formula is developed by the pharmacist co-founder to be completely active and free from fillers and preservatives. Guided by the ethos “Let’s be free from all nasties so Earth can be too,” Earthie Koala provides gentle, science-backed care.

Little Butterfly London (UK) – ECOCERT Certified Organic

Trusted by Harrods and loved by members of the British Royal Family, Little Butterfly London has become the UK’s leading luxury organic skincare brand for mothers and babies. Founded in 2015 by Gudrun Wurm, the brand has collected 88 awards, including 15 in 2024 alone. 

ECOCERT COSMOS certified, vegan-friendly, and dermatologist-approved, its formulations are created for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. In 2024, the brand unveiled its 3+ children’s collection enriched with pre- and probiotics, omega oils, and protective bio-actives.

Organic Merchant (Australia) – Certified Organic Herbal Teas & Cacao Blends

Established by award-winning naturopath Chalimah Jeanne, Organic Merchant introduces premium certified organic teas and cacao blends that promote balance, vitality, and calm. Combining naturopathic science with luxury wellness, the brand offers functional yet indulgent rituals rooted in sustainability.

Its Singapore debut at The Beauty Insider’s Tried, Tested & Loved Bash marks Organic Merchant’s first venture into Southeast Asia, inviting wellness enthusiasts to experience its therapeutic and eco-conscious collection.

Conscious Beauty and Wellness From Grassroots to Shelf

Since its soft launch, the brands have already been listed on Robinsons, Singapore Airlines KrisShop, TANGS, and The Eco Club, with upcoming availability on IshopChangi, Metro, Watsons, and NTUC.

To strengthen its presence and consumer education efforts, La Alegreya Organica™ will collaborate with Beauty Insider on a series of editorials highlighting the value of certified organic, vegan, and ethical beauty and wellness.

Speaking on the brand’s philosophy, Jan Cheah, Founder of La Alegreya Organica™, shared: 

Our vision is to create a world where luxury and ethics belong together. With our debut in Singapore, we invite consumers, retailers, and beauty enthusiasts to experience products that are indulgent and effective, yet safe, certified, and sustainable.

La Alegreya Organica™ is delighted to take part in The Beauty Insider’s Annual Tried, Tested & Loved Event on 30 November 2025, where guests will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the certified organic and vegan luxury brands curated under the La Alegreya Organica™ collective.

Make sure to follow Beauty Insider on Instagram and Facebook for the latest update!
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Backbone is launching a limited-edition Backbone Pro controller with a new transparent design just in time for the holid...
04/12/2025

Backbone is launching a limited-edition Backbone Pro controller with a new transparent design just in time for the holidays

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Backbone has teamed up with lifestyle brand Kith to release a limited-edition Pro controllerThe new model features a frost-clear casing and arrives just in time for Kith's annual Kithmas celebrationIt launches on December 5Backbone has announced that it will be releasing a limited-edition Backbone Pro controller in collaboration with lifestyle brand Kith.For the fifth year in a row, Kithmas has returned, and this Christmas, the company is celebrating with the launch of an exclusive, collaborative model of Backbone's Pro controller, made specifically for mobile gaming."When we started Backbone, the idea was dead simple: turn everyone’s phone into a console and bring gaming to everyone. Since then, players have turned mobile into the biggest gaming platform on earth, and the smartphone has quietly become the next Xbox," Backbone said. "But the identity of gaming culture hasn’t caught up. For too long, the default image has been the guy in a dark room, RGB lights blazing, totally separate from the rest of culture. We’ve never believed that story. We’ve always believed gaming is for everyone, and that it should sit next to the things people already love: fashion, music, sport, film.""That’s why this Kith collab matters so much to me. Kith has spent the last decade doing what we aspire to do in gaming: taking something people already love and elevating it with taste. They blur the line between streetwear, luxury, nostalgia, and sport in a way that feels effortless and earned. Backbone’s whole thesis is similar–our aim is to build hardware, software, and services as one unified system, so playing games feels less like a complicated enterprise and more like an essential."Launching on December 5 at Kith, the limited edition Backbone Pro will feature a frost-clear casing that allows a look into the gamepad's circuits, a design choice which Backbone calls "a metaphor for openness in a world of walled gardens, and a way to highlight the craft while demystifying the tech."The Backbone Pro is one of the best mobile controllers on the market, offering Bluetooth connectivity that allows it to connect to a PC, laptop, tablet, or smart TV for use with cloud gaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming, Nvidia GeForce Now, or Amazon Luna.In TechRadar Gaming's Backbone Pro review, gaming editor Dashiell Wood said the more expensive pad "offers several significant upgrades compared to its predecessor, delivering a much more comfortable mobile gaming experience without sacrificing portability."The best mobile controllers for all budgetsFollow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!And of course you can also follow TechRadar on TikTok for news, reviews, unboxings in video form, and get regular updates from us on WhatsApp too.

Demi is a freelance games journalist for TechRadar Gaming. She's been a games writer for five years and has written for outlets such as GameSpot, NME, and GamesRadar, covering news, features, and reviews. Outside of writing, she plays a lot of RPGs and talks far too much about Star Wars on X.
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Backbone has announced that it will be releasing a limited-edition Backbone Pro controller in collaboration with Kith.

I was skeptical about the Nothing Phone 3, but after a month of testing, I finally get what it’s all aboutTechRadar Verd...
04/12/2025

I was skeptical about the Nothing Phone 3, but after a month of testing, I finally get what it’s all about

TechRadar Verdict






Nothing's first true premium phone ticks many flagship boxes with its solid chipset, competent camera array, and good-looking display. But talking of boxes: the Phone 3 feels like one, with a design that I'll diplomatically call 'divisive'. In fact, many of Nothing's design and software choices on this phone seem intentionally outlandish, which is both a reason to buy it and avoid it.

Pros

+Neat software touches
+Useful Essential Key
+Handles intensive tasks well

Cons

-Price hike over Phone 2
-Divisive design
-Gimmick features lose novelty fast

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Nothing Phone 3 two-minute reviewAfter several years of standing at the edge of the pool and occasionally dipping its toes in, British phone maker Nothing has finally decided to jump into the cold lido that is the premium smartphone market. Perhaps it took those “no running” signs too literally, because while the Nothing Phone 3 is one of the best Android phones I've tested recently, it hasn’t made enough of a splash to truly threaten its big-name rivals.The Nothing Phone (3), as it’s officially called – excuse the odd bracketing, but if you're new to the brand, the company is a grammatical law unto itself – marks an ascension from the mid-range Phone 1 and Phone 2. It's now priced akin to the Samsung Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17, and shall be judged accordingly.In many ways, this is a phone that meets or even exceeds any expectations that such comparisons may evoke. Its quartet of 50MP cameras gives the big-name phones some needed pointers in hardware, especially with its far-reaching periscope lens. The battery is bigger than what Apple or Samsung use in their similarly priced mobiles, and the Phone 3's charging speed likewise outstrips the competition (as long as you don't treat mid-range Android phones from non-Samsung companies as 'the competition', because you can spend less and get more from certain lesser-known devices).I also like some of the software touches Nothing has brought to its fork of Android. The icons of apps you download will automatically be converted into Nothing's house style, which, on my sample, worked more often than it didn't and maintained a consistency to the Phone 3's design that's rare among smartphones these days.What I'm about to write next will upset Nothing fans, but it's something that struck me repeatedly through weeks of testing the Phone 3: it's the most novel and ‘Nothing’ touches to the phone's software that might put people off.Take, for example, the design. Nothing likes a unique, blocky design for its phones, but ‘unique’ isn't the same as ‘good’. The Phone 3 is also a fair bit heavier than the average handset and feels ungainly to hold.The extra side button that Nothing has added to the edge of the mobile is useful in certain situations, as it lets you take a screenshot with one tap. However, it's poorly placed – I kept mistaking it for the power button – and doesn't do as much as I would've liked. I was longing for it to double as a camera app shutter button, like on the Sony Xperia 1 VII, but no cigar.As I've already alluded to, I can also see many people finding the software as divisive as the phone’s design, although with Nothing OS, you get out as much as you put in (i.e, if you don’t like its look, you can change a lot about it), which can't be said for every Android fork.Going into this review, with knowledge of the price in mind, I imagined that the Phone 3 would be a Samsung Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17 rival that would pale in comparison to two of the most popular devices out there. And having used the handset for four weeks, I don’t imagine it’ll challenge those heavyweights in terms of sales.But at the same time, I do understand the appeal of the Nothing Phone 3. It’s slick, but unafraid of its rough edges; not attempting to be the ‘everyone phone’ but trying to do something different. And you've got to respect that.Nothing Phone 3 review: price and availability

(Image credit: Future)Released in July 202512GB / 256GB: $799 / £799 / AU$1,50916GB / 512GB: $899 / £899 / AU$1,689The Nothing Phone 3 was released in July 2025 in two variations. You can pick up the Phone 3 with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, and that’ll cost you $799 / £799 / AU$1,509, or there’s a model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, and that sells for $899 / £899 / AU$1,689.That’s a fairly premium price, and a marked step up from the $599 / £579 / AU$1,049 asking price of the Nothing Phone 2, but the brand is pushing this as its first "true flagship", and so the bump makes sense.For context, the 256GB model of the iPhone 17 costs $799 / £799 / AU$1,399, and the Samsung Galaxy S25’s lowest-storage variant starts at the same price everywhere except Australia (where it isn’t on sale). Admittedly, for the latter, that’s a 128GB model, but you get the picture – this is the ‘premium’ price to aim for.If that price increase is too much for you to stomach, you should consider all of the Phone 3's budget siblings, which are already out: there's the Phone 3a, Phone 3a Pro, and Phone 3a Lite.Nothing Phone 3 review: specsNothing Phone 3 specsHeader Cell - Column 0 Header Cell - Column 1 Dimensions:160.6 x 75.6 x 9mmWeight:218gScreen:6.67-inch FHD (1260 x 2800) 120Hz AMOLEDChipset:Snapdragon 8s Gen 4RAM:12/16GBStorage:256/512GBOS:Android 15, Nothing OS 4Primary camera:50MP, f/1.7Ultra-wide camera:50MP f/2.2 114-degreePeriscope camera:50MP, f/2.7, 3x zoomFront camera:50MP, f/2.2Audio:Stereo speakersBattery:5,150mAhCharging:65W wired, 15W wireless, 7.5W reverseColors:White, blackNothing Phone 3 review: design

(Image credit: Future)Chunky (9mm) and heavy (218g)Unique twists: Glyph Matrix and Essential KeyBlocky designIt’s been a while since I’ve used a phone that felt quite as chunky as the Nothing Phone 3. Partly, this is down to the 218g heft, putting it in a weight class above many of its premium rivals (it matches the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, despite being smaller in most regards), but partly it’s the sheer blocky design of the thing.I’m no thin-phone evangelist, but at 9mm thick, the Phone 3 is at the other end of the spectrum from the likes of the iPhone Air. It’s 160.6mm tall and 75.6mm wide, so it’s big, but it’s not Ultra or Pro Max big. But in some ineffable way, it still feels chunkier than its bigger rivals. This is clearly a phone that’s been designed meticulously, yet in a lot of ways it feels poorly thought-out.Like its predecessors, the Nothing Phone 3 has a robot-like, mechanical-looking back, which is ostensibly see-through so you can see some screws, but not any of the real internals. The two horizontal camera lenses stick out quite far, though the higher, periscope one doesn’t; the orderly part of me hated how slightly offset this camera was. I see the whole aesthetic of the Phone 3 being quite divisive, but if you know enough about the brand to be reading this review, you’ve already decided whether you like it or not.A new feature for the Phone 3 is the Glyph Matrix, which is an upgrade on the Glyph interface that past Nothing phones had (which were basically just light strips). The Matrix lets you display information like a stopwatch or the battery level, and there are a few games too, like Spin the Bottle and Rock, Paper, Scissors. You can scroll through the options or select them by pressing or holding the white circle midway down the body below it. Many of the Matrix functions that Nothing touts on its website, like photo previews or a torch mode, were not readily available on the phone I tested (at least via the Glyph menu, or anywhere else I checked).So, the Glyph Matrix is an interesting feature with a few neat use cases, but there weren’t enough useful features to make it a core part of my user experience, and due to the nature of pressing the touch button, I found it easier just to flip over my phone to see the time or battery percentage.Another feature worth flagging is the Essential Key button, which Nothing has spitefully put exactly where a power button would be on any other handset. Due to this placement, I was constantly accidentally pressing it when I wanted the phone to power up or down; hopefully, experience would eventually teach me not to do this, but it was endlessly frustrating.The button’s actual function is fine: press it for a screenshot or hold it for a video, both of which you can caption with a written or voice memo, before they’re sent over to the Essential Space. More on that later.Above the Essential Key is the power button, with the two positioned close enough to each other that, at first glance, you could think they were both part of the volume rocker. The latter is on the left edge of the phone, positioned high enough that I couldn’t reach volume up with my fingers, but could get to volume down.Due to it being 2025, there’s no 3.5mm headphone jack, so the USB-C port on the bottom edge serves instead. The other important thing to note is the phone's IP68 protection, meaning it’s sealed up from dust and water resistant up to depths of 1.5 meters for up to half an hour.Design score: 3.5 / 5Nothing Phone 3 review: display

(Image credit: Future)6.67 inches, 2800 x 1260 resolution120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits max brightnessProtected with Gorilla Glass 7iNothing’s apparently still not decided on the perfect screen size. After bumping up the inch count from Phone 1 to 2, it’s now dropped it ever so slightly on the 3; you’re now looking at a 6.67-inch panel, though one with a higher pixel count. That’s 1260 x 2800, for an FHD display.The screen supports a billion colors with a 10-bit color depth, and it’s noticeable when you’re watching supported content on streaming services or online.Some more specs: like many premium phones, the refresh rate is 120Hz, with a lower touch sampling rate than previous models at 1,000Hz, but that’s not a spec most people notice. The peak brightness is a glorious 4500 nits, and if the sun had come out once during my testing period, I’m sure I would’ve reaped the benefits of this particular spec.The screen’s made from Corning Gorilla Glass 7I, which is designed to offer mid-range and budget phones added toughness. Bearing in mind the aforementioned IP68 rating, the handset seems very hardy.Display score: 4 / 5Nothing Phone 3 review: software

Here are the apps pre-installed on the Edge 70 (although I can excuse Ecosia, since that's the one I picked as my browser on load-up). (Image credit: Future)Android 15 with Nothing OS 4 atopFive guaranteed updates; one already hereUnique look and many bespoke featuresWhen the Nothing Phone 3 launched, it ran Android 15, but by the time I tested it, the rollout to Android 16 had commenced. That's the first of the five major software updates promised to the phone, taking it to Android 20 if Google keeps its numbering system consistent.Of course, you've seen pictures of the phone, so you know it doesn't run stock Android. Layered atop Google’s software is the company's fork: Nothing OS 4. This is quite a dramatic change versus Android proper, bringing a new look and extra features.Design-wise, there's obviously the retro-inspired blocky look, which isn't mandatory but which I opted for. I was impressed by how the system converted app icons for all my downloads into the house style, which kept a consistency across the board that I haven't seen before in forks like this. Admittedly, it stumbled a few times – the NYT Puzzles app lost basically its entire logo, and several of Nothing’s own apps have near-identical logos to one another – but it shows admirable commitment to a look.There are also a few novel features that are unique to Nothing OS, or are at least rare among other brands. Essential Space is a repository of your screenshots, notes, and memos, with organization tools to create collections. The Recorder app has extra features to focus on voices or environmental sounds, and the Essential Key has a shortcut to quickly begin recording. And, of course, there’s the Glyph Matrix and everything that comes with it.Nothing OS has some AI tools, like integration with ChatGPT and a wallpaper generation tool, but thankfully, these are optional and turned off by default.There’s some degree of customization in Nothing OS, as you can change the color scheme, add widgets, and create shortcuts, but you’re not getting as much versatility as in most other Android forks. You can change the icon shapes between Nothing’s versions and the standard Android model, and there’s also a storefront to buy alternatives, although, for the most part, these cost money.Software score: 4 / 5Nothing Phone 3 review: cameras

(Image credit: Future)50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide and 50MP periscope lenses50MP front-facingTesting is a work in progress; more samples to comeNothing has decked the Phone 3 out with a camera array that's easy to remember: 50MP, 50MP, and 50MP. One of those is the main snapper, another has an ultra-wide lens with a 114-degree field of view, and the other has a periscope lens for 3x optical zoom.I'm particularly glad to see the periscope camera, as lenses like this add a certain 'oomph' to a camera array. Not only is it useful for long-range shots, but it also improves the natural bokeh of Portrait photos and the close-up detail of Macro mode. Plus, a sharpening tool means that really zoomed-in digital-zoom snaps look a lot less blurry than they usually do.The selfie camera is – you guessed it – another 50MP snapper, f/2.2. That marks a megapixel increase over the Phone 2, although both use pixel-binning. I found selfies a little washed-out, and in Portrait mode, the artificial bokeh kept fuzzing out parts of my hair.Overall the hardware is impressive, giving you versatility over your photography and taking snaps that are detailed. On paper, and in initial testing. But when I really began to push the phone, it returned results that weren't as impressive as I'd hoped.

(Image credit: Future)Some of the basics work well: autofocus is quick, Night Mode cuts through the darkness and the modifiable bokeh in Portrait mode adds nice touches. But then sometimes the camera app will go unresponsive for a while, refusing to take pictures, or doing so with a weird several-second delay which sometimes results in you missing your shot.There's some odd coloration going between lenses too; just look at the camera sample gallery below for evidence. Wide shots are vibrant with lots of contrast but they lack detail, while periscope snaps are the complete opposite and standard photos sit somewhere in between.Photos offer a noticeable lack of dynamic range, as you can see in the gallery, and it hurts especially in low-light settings where a little vibrancy would go a long way. I can't help but feel that Nothing's scene optimization tweakery doesn't hold a candle to those on the big dogs like Samsung or Apple, and that's an issue when you're paying this much for a phone.I must say, though, that if I was a camera photographer, I'd still consider this over the iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25. While its software is inferior, its hardware is superior, and I imagine some time in Photoshop could make up that distance.Camera score: 3.5 / 5Nothing Phone 3 camera samplesNothing Phone 3 review: performance and audio

(Image credit: Future)Top-end Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset12GB or 16GB RAM and 256GB or 512GB StorageStereo speakers or Bluetooth 6.0Nothing hasn’t given the Phone 3 the very best chipset available, but one so close that you’d only know the difference by looking at its specs sheet. This is the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 from Qualcomm, with that little ‘s’ denoting that this is a step behind the top option (which was the Snapdragon 8 Elite at the time of release, though the Snapdragon Elite Gen 5 has since debuted in newer Android phones like the OnePlus 15).At the top end of chipsets, though, the performance differences are so minuscule that this really doesn’t matter. When I put the Phone 3 through the Geekbench 6 benchmark tests, the average multi-core score was 6847, and as of the 2025 generation of flagships, any score around 6,500 is the realm of the giants.I tested the phone on a number of popular mobile titles, and I could always crank the game’s graphics to the max and still enjoy a cracking time. At certain times, including during benchmarking and in certain games, I did notice the phone heat up a fair amount, so be warned if you’re planning on gaming all day.Depending on which phone you opt for, you’ll get 12GB or 16GB RAM, and I tested a model with the latter. For most people, 12GB is enough, though power users or people buying phones for specific high-intensity use cases might prefer 16GB. The same goes for the storage capacity, which is 256GB or 512GB – I know the former would be enough for me, but if you’re using the handset for work or photography, maybe you’ll want to stretch.Audio-wise, Nothing has never released a phone with a headphone jack to my knowledge. Instead, you can use a USB-C adaptor, connect headphones through Bluetooth 6.0 or, if you’re home alone and not bothering anyone by using them, the stereo loudspeakers which sound just the same as on every other smartphone.Performance score: 4.5 / 5Nothing Phone 3 review: battery life

(Image credit: Future)5,150mAh battery65W wired charging15W wireless powering, 7.5W reverseThe Nothing Phone 3 has a 5,150mAh battery – I’m told the Indian model has an extra 350mAh on top of that, but the rest of us get slightly less – which is slightly smaller than many of its contemporary flagships but does beat Samsung and Apple’s price-for-price alternatives.That’s a solid battery capacity, and it facilitates full-day phone use; I don’t imagine many people will need to charge the Phone 3 mid-way through the working day.I wouldn’t rely on the phone for a second day of use, though, with the big screen, powerful processor, and Glyph lights all demanding juice.You’ve got the full hat-trick of charging options here. There’s 65W wired, 15W wireless, and 7.5W reverse wireless (that’s when you use your phone as a wireless charging mat for other devices). None of those speeds is the best in the biz, but – in what’s becoming a refrain for this section – they trump the respective charging speeds of the Galaxy 25 and iPhone 17.Battery score: 3.5 / 5Nothing Phone 3 review: value

(Image credit: Future)The problem with Nothing’s jump into the big leagues is that the brand’s existing fans, who know the company for mid-range mobiles, might feel a little left in the lurch.Specifically, fans who are used to the usual Nothing value proposition might not feel that the increased price demanded by the Phone 3 is matched by its spec improvements. Case in point, you can get faster charging, a more premium design, and a bigger battery on much cheaper Android phones.In short, you’re getting what you pay for, but that’s not the Nothing way – you usually get a little more.Value score: 3.5 / 5Should you buy the Nothing Phone 3?Nothing Phone 3 score cardAttributesNotesRatingValueFans of the brand will be disappointed, but you're getting what you pay for. 3.5 / 5DesignIt'll be divisive in the same way that past Nothing phones have been, but there are some unique touches.3.5 / 5DisplayIt's a good-looking panel that's well-protected and very bright.4 / 5SoftwareWhether you love or hate the look, you've got to admit Nothing has created the most consistent piece of phone software since stock Android.4 / 5CameraSolid hardware with a focus on refi

The Nothing Phone 3 matches Samsung and Apple flagships in price, but has its own novel appeal.

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