Belts reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 178 Reddit reviews across 24 subreddits and 31 posts to rank the best Belts brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/CCW, r/BuyItForLife, r/NJGuns, r/Marathon_Training, r/Glocks. Top-rated brands include Kore (4.6/5), Blue Alpha Gear (4.9/5), Blue Alpha (5.0/5).
Stats
Reviews178
Subreddits24
Posts31
Brands73
Products59
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#1
Kore
4.6
(33)
"Been running the same kore belt for 3 years highly recommend."
"Kore belt, Tier 1 Concealment holster."
"Just get a kore belt and be done with it."
"Kore. Been running it for a few years. Love it."
"Kore belt changed my edc game."
"I use a Kore EDC belt, keeps the gun firmly in place."
"Another vote for Kore."
"Kore."
"Kore and they truly make it easier to carry."
"Kore is the only one I've used so far and I like it."
#2
Blue Alpha Gear
4.9
(10)
"Blue Alpha Gear low profile EDC belt. The are priced great and Made in the USA. Mine is used as my gun belt."
"I love my blue alpha gear hybrid EDC belt."
"Blue Alpha gear with cobra buckle has last 5 years working on a farm/mechanic."
"Blue Alpha gear. Battle belt lite."
"I have both the low profile one and the one with a cobra buckle and I prefer the low profile version."
"A belt i can genuinely trust my life to if someone had to hold it while im collecting eagle eggs from a cliff for breakfast."
"I second this belt. Went to it after having a Kore first. The Blue Alpha is really sweet."
"Really really happy with my blue alpha hybrid EDC belt."
"I have a blue alpha belt and it is the best belt I have ever bought."
"Upper hand holsters/blue alpha edc low profile belt."
#3
Blue Alpha
5.0
(8)
"I second blue alpha. I have 2 - hybrid EDC and the inner belt for my AWS SMU gun belt."
"I use a Blue Alpha hybrid EDC belt, it's honestly the best belt I've ever had."
"Blue alpha & hunter constantine belts work well for me."
"Blue alph and kore essentials are my favorites."
"Blue alpha belts."
"I have the Tenicor and Blue Alpha belts everyone is recommending and I probably wear the Blue Alpha more."
"Blue alpha + T1C."
"Blue Alpha Gear EDC or Tenicor Zero for belt."
#4
Tenicor
5.0
(7)
"People like nexbelts and all sorts of other stuff but these two are the best."
"Tenicor Zero is the way."
"Tenicor and Nexbelt. Been using both for over 2 years and still in top condition."
"Any tenicor holster + one of their zero belts."
"Tenicor is probably your best bet. Holsters and belts."
"If you are a sidecar guy.. Black Arch Entrada."
"After years of wearing each I have settled on the Tenicor zero. It is the best concealment belt on the market in my opinion."
#5
Hunter Constantine
5.0
(7)
"Hunter Constantine belt without a doubt. I used to have a kore belt, it was way too stiff."
"Converted a few friends to HC belts and they love it."
"If you're carrying appendix, HC belt is king."
"If I don’t have an enigma on it’s either a Hunter Constantine or Nexbelt Supreme Appendix."
"The Hunter Constantine belt is a better material IMO. I love both tho"
"Just got a hunter Constantine belt, and I love it."
"Belts: I recommend the Hunter Constantine (or T1C EDC-S) belt, but I’ve also liked my Blue Alpha low profile EDC belt (upgraded to the HC). I’ve also heard good things about the tenicor belt."
#6
Flipbelt
4.5
(6)
"Flipbelt. No bounce at all."
"Just got a Flipbelt and am loving it so far, much better than SPI belt imo"
"I’ve really liked the flipbelt."
"Flip belt has been my go to for years! Doesn’t budge at all as I run"
"I really like my flip belt."
"Flip belt is good, but I found it to be a little awkward, I must be between their standard sizes and I don't like the tightness around my hips."
#7
Hanks
5.0
(5)
"I will never buy another belt that is not a Hanks."
"Hanks, Kore and the Hunter Constantine."
"I have a Hanks Gunner belt that is really nice."
"Had my Hanks for over 2 years, wear it every single day, and habe put quite a bit of abuse on it by carrying my g17 w/optic, light, and sidecar for extra mag."
"Hanks."
#8
Hank's
4.8
(5)
"Some of the best"
"Never had any other belt last more than a year."
"Properly made it’ll last many years."
"A very reputable belt brand."
#9
Lynx
4.6
(5)
"I really love the lynx belt. I’m able to get it tighter and keep it tighter"
"I've used a lot of different belts in competition, the Lynx is by far my favorite"
"Lynx. Stiffer, more modular (you can take links in/out of the belt, make it whatever color you want, etc...) and you can add/remove ratchet if you want."
"The velcro on the LYNX is so aggressively grabby, that It feels super secure"
"They both hold stuff fine, I prefer the lynx because it packs easier."
#10
Beltman
5.0
(4)
"If you want something tough enough to carry a gun."
"Makes excellent belts."
#11
Nexbelt
4.8
(4)
"Nexbelt."
"Loved it so much use it when not carrying as well."
"I just got the cheapest nexbelt on Amazon. It's been going strong for three years now."
"Nexbelt."
#12
Groove Life
4.8
(4)
"The magnet has held up for a long time. Many color options and it holds my holster very secure."
"Groove Life. I carry with it everyday. Solid."
"I’ve been rocking a Groove Life belt for a few years. Simple belts, but they work."
"Groove Life."
#13
Grip6
5.0
(3)
"I love mine. Been over 2 years of landscaping and snow removal."
"Grip6."
#14
Hank's Belts
5.0
(3)
"Love my Hank Belt, lifetime belt."
"Hanks belts If you are looking for a leather belt that will last forever."
"Looks almost like new."
#15
Naked
5.0
(3)
"I ended up with a Naked band and an Salomon adv8 vest and have no issues."
"NAKED!!! Don’t waste your time with any other product!"
"I use a Naked running belt and have never had an issue with bounce."
#16
5.11
4.3
(3)
"The 5.11 belt has been my favorite every day belt."
"5.11 uniform belt. Thread through, polymer buckle. Like 25 bucks"
"Makes a pretty solid belt."
#17
NexBelt
5.0
(2)
"Second for the NexBelt Appendix Supreme belt. Works well with my Staccato C2 inside a Tenicor holster."
"NexBelt Appendix Supreme is by far my favourite. I've carried tiny guns and heavy guns and both incredibly comfy."
#18
Saddleback Leather
5.0
(2)
"They'll fight over it when you're dead"
"Be sure you are getting a full grain piece of leather"
#19
Osprey
5.0
(2)
"Works nicely with my Osprey Talon 22 and my Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L."
"My trusty Osprey Talon 22 has a great hip belt and here's a couple of extra advantages you might not have thought of: 1) the hip belt has two side pockets which are great for carrying small amounts of stuff, and are easily accessible."
#20
Galco
5.0
(2)
"I have a 15 year old ish galco that basically looks new."
"I have a 15 year old ish galco that basically looks new."
#21
Hanks Belts
5.0
(2)
"Good quality at a decent price especially when on sale."
"It's an extra thick leather belt."
#22
SPIbelt
4.5
(2)
"The adjustability is great, and the material is super soft (I’ve had chafing issues with other brands)"
"I use an SPI belt, and I like it since the strap is adjustable. Slightly smaller capacity than flip belt, but the pocket is expandable and I've never had issues with bouncing."
#23
Thirteen50
4.5
(2)
"Just bought my second belt from them."
"It’s held up very well"
#24
Hunter
4.5
(2)
"Hunter Constantine is my number one choice, a lot of people like the Tenicor zero belt."
"Non dress - Hunter Constantine EDC."
#25
Full Grain Leather Belt
4.5
(2)
"Any full grain quality leather belt will last. Spend a bit and will last decades."
"I usually just search eBay for “full grain leather belt” there are loads of options."
#26
Nexx Belt
4.0
(2)
"Nexxbelt Velcro one or the DM inner"
"Nex is also really good. Basically the same as kore in function just depends on what style your looking for."
#27
Mastermind Tactics
3.5
(2)
"I was pleasantly surprised by Mastermind Tactics belt and its accessories."
"I am waiting on a Mastermind Tactics Specialist because it's cheap and is in stock"
#28
Badger
5.0
(1)
"Badger tool belt is the way to go"
#29
Blue Force Gear
5.0
(1)
"Get a Blue Force Gear GRID belt."
#30
Snake Eater Tactical
5.0
(1)
"I use a snake eater tactical edc cobra rigger 1.75” belt and i love it."
#31
X Belt
5.0
(1)
"I can’t recommend the x belt enough"
#32
Terra B
5.0
(1)
"Can't go wrong with terra B"
#33
Nextbelt
5.0
(1)
"I've been using a Nextbelt for a few years now, no complaints."
#34
Amphipod
5.0
(1)
"Amphipod is best in class"
#35
Ivkovic 1789
5.0
(1)
"Ivkovic 1789 got some high quality belts, they make leather goods for Porsche."
#36
Ludwig Schröder
5.0
(1)
"Ludwig Schröder - Germany's oldest belt manufacturer. They have a very good quality."
#37
SOE
5.0
(1)
"SOE edc belt."
#38
Celine
5.0
(1)
"I bought one Celine and one LV belt recently from god factory seller and the quality of the belts is really great."
#39
Raide
5.0
(1)
"Raide LF 2L is the best belt I’ve used."
#40
TAG
5.0
(1)
"Love it."
#41
Ashland Leathers
5.0
(1)
"I love Ashland leathers cxl belts."
#42
Naked Running Band
5.0
(1)
"I’m now running in a naked belt and it is fantastic."
#43
Salomon
5.0
(1)
"I’m using a thick one from Salomon and there’s no bounce."
#44
Daltech
5.0
(1)
"American made, end to end."
#45
WYuZe
5.0
(1)
"It’s like $10 and I like it so much better than the very expensive ones I own."
#46
Nathan Hipster
5.0
(1)
"I bought a ton of Nathan belts on sale at Winners one year and they have been amazing."
#47
Ultraspire Synaptic 2.0
5.0
(1)
"I’ve finally found the belt for me."
#48
Blue Alpha Gear Carry Belt
5.0
(1)
"Blue Alpha Gear carry belt or their minimalist belt which is the inner belt to the battle belt."
#49
Tracers Late War Belts
5.0
(1)
"Tracers for the late war belts all the way"
#50
Spy Belt
5.0
(1)
"Spy belt!! Very cheap and doesn’t bounce at all on long runs. It holds my gels, phone, keys, and chapstick."
#51
Ross
5.0
(1)
"Still use it to this day. $5."
#52
30 Dollar Gun Belt
5.0
(1)
"I wear it almost every single day."
#53
Trayvax
4.0
(1)
"Trayvax. Great belts"
#54
Dominate Defense
4.0
(1)
"As for belt, depends on your budget - CR Speed, Double Alpha, Dominate Defense."
#55
Double Alpha
4.0
(1)
"As for belt, depends on your budget - CR Speed, Double Alpha, Dominate Defense."
#56
CR Speed
4.0
(1)
"As for belt, depends on your budget - CR Speed, Double Alpha, Dominate Defense."
#57
John Varvatos
4.0
(1)
"Been loving my john varvatos belt even if its on the basic side"
#58
Kore Essentials
4.0
(1)
"I like the Kore Essentials belts. Before that I used the Vedder Cobra belts for casual wear."
#59
HTac
4.0
(1)
"I bought a double layered web belt on Amazon( HTac brand). It is super stiff, supports the holster well and was under $20."
#60
J Hopenstand
4.0
(1)
"J hopenstand in Switzerland is pretty premium."
#61
BFG
4.0
(1)
"I use my BFG inner as an EDC belt sometimes. Really comfortable because of the contour."
#62
Ciguera
4.0
(1)
"Pretty happy with my Ciguera Emissary."
#63
Wilder Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Wilder Tactical is probably the least stiff and it’s the most comfortable for me"
#64
Dressmann
4.0
(1)
"You can buy pretty amazing belts from Dressmann."
#65
Defense Mechanisms
4.0
(1)
"Defense Mechanisms inner is great"
#66
Daltech Force
4.0
(1)
"Daltech force steel core leather belt"
#67
Groove
4.0
(1)
"I currently run a Groove Belt, which is very comfortable, and will hold-up a subcompact pistol like yours sufficiently AIWB."
#68
Carhartt
4.0
(1)
"I just wear a Carhartt leather belt four inches bigger."
#69
Vedder
4.0
(1)
"My favorite one is the vedder nylon belt with the cobra buckle its not super stiff but holds the gun up"
#70
D&G, Ferragamo, LV
4.0
(1)
"D&G, ferragamo, LV, any stud belt, seatbelt buckles cool too"
#71
Marshals
4.0
(1)
"For the past decade I’ve been using wide, cotton mix blend belts that I bought at Marshals. They are comfortable, I don’t notice I’m wearing a belt, zero fatigue and no signs of wear."
#72
Rude Dog
4.0
(1)
"Rude dog sells a 3” wide belt, it’s thick, holds up and not expensive"
#73
Hermes
3.0
(1)
"Closest thing I could find, but it has the white stitching. But I guess you could maybe just paint that with a thin black marker or something for the stitch to look like in the picture"
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