Activewear reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 165 Reddit reviews across 20 subreddits and 28 posts to rank the best Activewear brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/askSingapore, r/Activewear, r/gymsnark, r/AskUK, r/bitcheswithtaste. Top-rated brands include Lululemon (4.3/5), Uniqlo (4.3/5), Girlfriend Collective (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews165
Subreddits20
Posts28
Brands70
Products48
165 reviews from
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By Brand
/By Product
#1
Lululemon
4.3
(16)
"Lululemon: worth the splurge if you can afford. Comfortable, looks good, and quality of material has longevity."
"Lululemon is the best quality."
"Lululemon, super comfy and lasts very long."
"Lululemon, random high waisted gems from tj maxx, nike."
"I love Lululemon and I do think if you follow care instructions their stuff lasts."
"Lululemon is what I run in."
"You can’t go wrong with Lululemon."
"Lululemon and new balance have never let me down."
"Lululemon, xexymix. Size up for xexymix though, I'm a S Lulu and M xexymix."
"Lululemon for bottoms cause it's the most compressive and they last pretty long."
#2
Uniqlo
4.3
(9)
"Ya Uniqlo’s sports bra and tights are really very good. The only tights that doesn’t show the hip dips."
"I have the Uniqlo airism thingies for a cooler day. They are thin and lightweight."
"The airism hoodies/parkas from Uniqlo suit me for the days when the weather doesn’t know what it’s doing."
"The Uniqlo airism leggings look pretty affordable. Ordering one to try!"
"Uniglo has some Airism tights that seem to breathe well without being see-through."
"If you want more comfort than decathlon, uniqlo has better options imo, but more ex than decathlon."
"I get them from uniqlo they’re cheap and actually decent quality"
"Uniqlo also have the 'Airism' range which are light and not too restrictive."
"Uniqlo's Airism range if you want good feel and material."
#3
Girlfriend Collective
4.5
(8)
"Girlfriend Collective stuff is stunning isn't it 😍😍😍😍"
"I have Girlfriend Collective and absolutely love their quality! I also have a few different colourways of their Paloma bra."
"I also love the Girlfriend Collectives sets and they do some with high necklines that are particularly on point!"
"I love girlfriend collective."
"I like their Yoga top like this one below. It doesn't seem too loose and is fitted enough to still keep the silhouette."
"Girlfriend Collective x."
"Girlfriend Collective."
"I really like girlfriend collective, I find the quality is pretty good."
#4
Sweaty Betty
3.8
(9)
"Love Sweaty Betty, I got a pair of leggings for Christmas over 8 years ago and I still wear them regularly."
"I love my sweaty Betty stuff as the patterns are fab and they last but I wait for the sales as it is so pricey."
"I love the power leggings personally."
"Sweaty Betty!! They made it across the pond but are a UK brand"
"I love Sweaty Betty!"
"I have a few Sweaty Betty sets in black, leggings, trackie bottoms and longline bras/tanks that can be worn mix and match."
"Sweaty Betty sale on at the min they are good"
"I found the quality to be much worse compared to lululemon, Tala and Nike etc. It just felt cheap/like plastic."
"I tried 2 power leggings and 2 bras. The good thing is their refund was SO FAST."
#5
Gymshark
4.0
(7)
"Gymshark (can order from their aus store), anya active and lululemon are great."
"Gymshark's sports bras last *forever* and I've found their sizing very consistent."
"Definitely Gymshark"
"If price isn't a concern you can order online and ship to sg: alphalete, gymshark,squatwolf ect if you're a gym rat/bunny."
"Fitmonkey (girls only), Gymshark (not only SG), Lululemon are great."
"Medyo mahal pero if i-consider mo, go for xs sa shirts."
"Gymshark is super popular and have cute sets but imo their products are pretty garbage and i returned everything i bought."
#6
Athleta
4.3
(6)
"Athleta transcend 5'' shorts are amazing!!! I do CrossFit in them! I think they're so soft but hold up enough to be comfy for CrossFit."
"Athleta is a certified B corp."
"Athleta has some great tops (transcend). They have a new one with grid pattern and they're so light and nice!"
"Athleta, Gap, Fabletics."
"Athleta."
"I have leggings from Athleta that I really love also but the fabric is thinner."
#8
Nike
4.0
(6)
"Sports bra: Lorna Jane. Nike. Great for medium to high support, designs come with hook and adjustable straps."
"My best performing leggings right now are Nike and a Danskin pair I got at Costco. Both of them seem pretty damn bulletproof."
"Nike is pretty size inclusive, and they also tend to be easy to find at large Ross/TJ Maxx."
"I prefer to get high quality lowers or shorts from Nike or Adidas."
"I like Nike stuff but it’s dear."
"Like good trusted active wear is not available. Nike adidas asics are way pricey."
#9
Decathlon
3.8
(6)
"Decathalon. Best value for money and good quality"
"Decathlon. Very comfortable male pants and shirt for sleep"
"U want best quality for the buck, no one beats decathlon."
"Go Decathlon."
"Ig active wear at reasonable price would be decathlon and/or sometimes puma"
"Decathlon any good?"
#10
Under Armour
4.0
(5)
"Leggings: Under Armour. No camel toes nor butt line. Flattering due to lack of seams running down the outer legs, comes with side pockets."
"Under armour’s Heat ready line is fine for this weather. Leggings holds up perfectly well after numerous washes."
"If you want even better quality, under armour is my goto, but definitely not very worth the bucks."
"Under Armour."
"Under Armour and Champion!"
#11
LNDR
4.5
(4)
"LNDR is totally worth it. Expensive like Lululemon, but imo, it is even better."
"I second LNDR. Expensive, but the best of the best."
"LNDR"
"LNDR."
#12
Beyond Yoga
4.5
(4)
"My recent loves are Beyond Yoga and Oner Active. BY is so soft and thick."
"Beyond yoga!"
"Beyond Yoga's space dye stuff wicks sweat really well and really evenly."
"Beyond yoga but it’s not going to be for high impact exercise."
#13
CRZ Yoga
4.0
(4)
"I have several different colors from CRZ yoga and all are squat proof."
"I actually prefer CRZ align legging and short dupes! They have a great shade of navy."
"I second crz yoga!"
"Best lulu dupes are from CRZ yoga on amazon."
#14
Fabletics
4.0
(3)
"Fabletics (4X) Cleo Harper (up to XXL) Popflex (3X)."
"I also use them and I like their stuff."
"I love Fabletics."
#15
Andar
4.0
(3)
"Highly recc their 'Airtouch Pace' tops, super flattering cut !"
"Andar is a close second for sure. their 'Be-Free Y Bra' is really similar to my lulu Flow Ys."
"Andar!!!"
#16
HRX
3.7
(3)
"HRX."
"Buy them during sales. And keep checking for prices on Myntra."
"HRX is okayish, but sometimes it can be hit or miss."
#17
BlissClub
5.0
(2)
"Blissclub leggings are godsend I am size 14 and it is literally the only leggings that doesn't ride down my tummy."
"Have you tried BlissClub? Their leggings are amazing!"
#18
Lorna Jane
5.0
(2)
"Sports bra: Lorna Jane. Nike. Great for medium to high support, designs come with hook and adjustable straps."
"Lorna Jane sport bras have great support for medium intensity sports."
#19
Oner Active
4.5
(2)
"Oner is the most affordable and they have a lot of loungewear in addition to workout wear."
"I love Oner Active"
#20
Unifit
4.5
(2)
"Dalawang taon na akong suki sa kanila. Pambahay man or pang activewear maaasahan yung tela na gamit nila."
"Check unifit sa shopee. Mura lang, pangharabas."
#21
Air Active
3.0
(3)
"I really enjoy wearing air active tops. But their bottoms can be quite thin."
"I rotate a number of bras - air active for bras, lululemon for bottoms cause it's the most compressive and they last pretty long."
"Would not recommend air active! Products are alright but the moment there’s an issue you’ll just get blocked by the seller."
#22
Aoxjox
4.5
(2)
"Under $30 and super flattering and durable. Had them for 2 years, and they look the same as the day I got them."
"Buttery soft fabric, great compression without being too tight, flattering high-waisted feature."
#23
ALO
4.0
(2)
"I like Alo but I find that their cute stuff is really expensive and a lot of their stuff can be a bit wacky looking for my taste."
"I like Alo (certain pieces like the sweatpants)."
#24
Marks & Spencer
4.0
(2)
"I have heard good things about M&S activewear actually!"
"I actually really like a few things bought from Marks and Spencer. Not the most fashion forward I suppose but great quality for the price."
#25
Xexymix
3.5
(2)
"Lululemon, xexymix. Size up for xexymix though, I'm a S Lulu and M xexymix."
"Xexymix"
#26
Lunablys
3.5
(2)
"A local brand that I've come to like is Lunablys for their bras!"
"Some more local brands that i feel are not bad are: urbanizedco, lunablys, aphy."
#27
SHEIN
3.5
(2)
"SHEIN has the best value and matching sets. $20 for a matching set is unbeatable, and the quality is pretty good."
"My go to pair. I found the same pair on SHEIN for $11 with limited colors though."
#28
Adidas
3.0
(2)
"I prefer to get high quality lowers or shorts from Nike or Adidas."
"Like good trusted active wear is not available. Nike adidas asics are way pricey."
#29
Llama Leisure
5.0
(1)
"The best leggings ever are from Llama Leisure. More cotton feel, super soft and stretchy."
#30
Everlane
5.0
(1)
"I recently bought a few pairs of Everlane leggings, and I am absolutely in love."
#31
FLEO
5.0
(1)
"Also love FLEO, which does booty / bike shorts and leggings which hold up great for lifting and intense training."
#32
Revved
5.0
(1)
"I have leggings from Vivre and Revved, and they are great for gym and yoga."
#33
Vivre
5.0
(1)
"I have leggings from Vivre and Revved, and they are great for gym and yoga."
#34
SHEFIT
5.0
(1)
"I really like the SHEFIT ultimate sports bra as a larger chested woman. It’s the only sports bra I’ve found I can comfortably do cardio in."
#35
Thrudark
5.0
(1)
"Thrudark's gear is incredibly good quality."
#36
PuraKai
5.0
(1)
"Add PuraKai (https://purakai.com) to the list."
#37
Tripulse
5.0
(1)
"I really love Tripulse (think they’re in Sweden but they ship the US) and I just bought a couple bras from Wayre (located in US) recently and they’re comfortable."
#38
Fitmonkey
4.0
(1)
"Fitmonkey (girls only), Gymshark (not only SG), Lululemon are great."
#39
CRZ
4.0
(1)
"CRZ works for me in hot and humid Australia."
#40
American Eagle
4.0
(1)
"American Eagles aerie brand is supposed to be good"
#41
Soffe
4.0
(1)
"I have found that those old fashioned Soffe shots are great and breathable."
#42
LLL
4.0
(1)
"I like LLL Soft Jersey tops for women."
#43
Vuori
4.0
(1)
"I really like Vuori Halo pants because they’re cool and loose fitting."
#44
Bodies Co
4.0
(1)
"+1 for bodies co! I love their flare pants"
#45
Puma
4.0
(1)
"I only run on puma evoknit running shirt now. Have 3 of them. Try them out"
#46
32 Below
4.0
(1)
"32 Below, they have a whole line of sweat-wicking clothing in the "Cool" collection and the fabric of the leggings has that buttery soft feel. Also, the prices are very affordable."
#47
New Balance
4.0
(1)
"I like Alo, Varley, and randomly like some of New Balances activewear."
#48
Cotton On
4.0
(1)
"I only use gym wear bottoms from Cotton Ons Active range"
#49
Senita Athletics
4.0
(1)
"I'm Florida and I only wear Senita Athletics."
#50
Funfit
4.0
(1)
"Funfit. Local brand. Their swimwear is very flattering, very good quality, and can wear them for non-aquatic activities too. Their active wear is not bad too."
#51
Oona Active
4.0
(1)
"Oona active! Their material is legit super soft and comfy, and they have a lot of minimalistic colours which r vv pretty."
#52
YOF Athletica
4.0
(1)
"YOF athletica. I find them as good as lululemon but without the price tag."
#53
Vivre Activewear
4.0
(1)
"Vivre activewear. Decently priced for good quality products."
#54
ALO Activewear
4.0
(1)
"ALO active wear :) I try not to buy local activwear brands/blogshops… they are usually all taobao but plastered with their logo over it lol."
#55
Alphalete
4.0
(1)
"If price isn't a concern you can order online and ship to sg: alphalete, gymshark,squatwolf ect if you're a gym rat/bunny."
#56
Moving Peach
4.0
(1)
"Go shopee and to check out brands like moving peach, air active. Decent quality for the prices."
#57
All in Motion
4.0
(1)
"I also really like the "All in Motion" line at Target."
#58
Danskin
4.0
(1)
"My best performing leggings right now are Nike and a Danskin pair I got at Costco."
#59
Nordstrom
4.0
(1)
"I actually like Nordstrom’s Zella brand, though they’ve cut the line back significantly."
#60
HRMN8
4.0
(1)
"The fits are actually flattering (I’ve tried the leggings and zip-ups) and the quality feels solid."
#61
Dfyne
4.0
(1)
"This dfyne legging dupe is literally the same as the real one!!"
#62
Sunzel
4.0
(1)
"The sunzel brand flare leggings (crossover waist) are my current fav. The material is like butter and they're super cute."
#63
Pace Breakers
4.0
(1)
"Pace breakers for sure! A lot of 5” are sold out but they have good blue and grey colors still."
#64
License to Train
4.0
(1)
"License to train are also cool for lifting / ball"
#65
Glamorise
4.0
(1)
"I like Glamorise the most for high impact stuff on the rare occasion I do it lol Keeps me secured."
#66
Nagnata
4.0
(1)
"Nagnata - Marino Wool based and some synthetic fiber for stretch, but a lot healthier & less microplastic 🤸"
#67
Wayre
4.0
(1)
"Wayre also seems really nice so far."
#68
Pact
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had some nice matching sets from Pact - natural fibres so they’re comfortable and a good weight to the fabric too."
#69
Aphy
3.0
(1)
"Some more local brands that i feel are not bad are: urbanizedco, lunablys, aphy."
#70
Kydra
2.0
(1)
"I own about $400 worth of kydra products. They aren’t great. After 1.5 to 2 years the pants garters got so loose, and the shirts got all sorts of frays."
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