Cost

• Spray paint is more expensive than paint from a can.
  
  

Preparation

• Spray paint tends to splatter more than paint from a can so the surrounding area needs to be prepped with cloth.
  
  

Fumes

• Spray paint has stronger fumes than paint from a can, so it needs to be used in a well-ventilated area with a face mask.
  
  

Drying Time

• Spray paint dries faster than paint from a can.
  
  

Final Outcome

• Spray paint has a smoother finish than paint applied with a brush.