Engineered stone is a way to add elegance without having too much going on. Where as granite has a lot of character, engineered stone is more uniform. It is also made to not be porous and will not create more bacteria. It requires almost no maintenance. Where as you have to reseal granite every 
​months, with engineered stone you never have to seal it and all you have to do to clean it is to use soap and water. It is a very clean material, but unlike granite it is not heat resistant and will catch fire if there is an open flame to close it making it not ideal for fireplaces or barbeques. However it is beautiful if you are going for a more modern look, and less maintenance in your kitchen or bathroom.