Binder reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 264 Reddit reviews across 33 subreddits and 122 posts to rank the best Binder brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/ftm, r/TransMasc, r/trans, r/PokemonTCG, r/transgenderUK. Top-rated brands include Underworks (4.3/5), Spectrum Outfitters (4.6/5), Spectrum (4.4/5).
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Reviews264
Subreddits33
Posts122
Brands66
Products62
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#1
Underworks
4.3
(52)
"I've only ever used underworks binders. They work great."
"The underworks econo binder and it was amazing!"
"Underworks binders were hands-down the best ones I used."
"UNDERWORKS IS THE MOST RELIABLE SUPPORTIVE AND LONG LIVED."
"The underworks three layer half tank was a total game changer for me."
"Underworks is always my ol' reliable."
"Underworks delivers their binders through Amazon."
"Underworks for me. My personal choice is underworks 997."
"Underworks is a great option I got my first binder from there when I was 14."
"Underworks worked well for me. Underworks made me flatter than any binder I’ve tried."
#2
Spectrum Outfitters
4.6
(32)
"I really like spectrum outfitters binders! I've had gc2b, spectrum and underworks."
"Personally, I'm a fan of Spectrum Outfitters :-) They are really comfortable to wear and very breathable!"
"There’s spectrum and underworks."
"I'm also an h cup and I wear a spectrum outfitters binder."
"Spectrum outfitters makes really good binders! They’re very safe, high quality, and bind well."
"I second the spectrum outfitters recommendation - if I remember right I’m a 44H and it flattens me!"
"Spectrum outfitters is a great brand, check them out."
"They make the best binders out there right now"
"I absolutely love it."
"Just got a spectrum outfitters that works great."
#3
Spectrum
4.4
(32)
"I recommend Spectrum binders, they’re similar in texture to GC2B binders and are pretty much known as the best binders for flattening almost any chest."
"Best working for me was the uk company spectrum."
"If you’re able to invest in a binder from spectrum outfitters."
"Spectrum Outfitters is rather brilliant for larger chests."
"Spectrum is probably the best brand out there."
"Spectrum and underworks are typically the most recommended brands."
"I have now ordered from Spectrum."
"Spectrum is more consistently high-quality now, so I’d recommend that brand."
"I've been ordering my son's binders from Spectrum."
"Spectrum is my preferred brand."
#4
Binder
4.3
(20)
"GC2B is my go to for binders, I find them the most comfortable out of everything I’ve tried."
"Underworks is awesome, it's the only brand that has worked for me so far!"
"I love my binder from Untag. Comfortable and goes up to really big sizes."
"I love my binder from Your Open Closet."
"Spectrum outfitters (favourite, half-tank, wore it nearly every day for about a year)."
"I’d highly recommend spectrum outfitters! Their binders are safe, high quality, and bind really well."
"In my experience, Underworks uses a more sturdy material and binds tighter, but GC2B is more comfortable."
"I got mine from spectrum outfitters and it’s great!"
"Gc2b is great!"
"I find that underworks binders work pretty well!"
#5
Vault X
4.6
(16)
"I've got 6 9 slot binders and a 4 slot, with another 6 planned in a few months, and they are absolutely immaculate."
"Vault x binders are brilliant. Highly recommend them."
"I like my Vault X binders!"
"Vaultx."
"I’m a 12 Pocket XL person myself."
"VaultX are great that’s what I use."
"Most people recommend the Vault X Binder as a good option that is affordable."
"I would recommend Vault X binders if you want quality binders."
"I would recommend using this if you’re looking to upgrade."
"Vault x is periodically available on Amazon. It’s actually up right now"
#6
GC2B
3.8
(14)
"I suggest gc2b’s binders, I have 5 of them and have had them for years with no regrets."
"I use a GC2B binder."
"I have used GC2B for my binders."
"GC2B, Spectrum and Underworks are all well known companies."
"GC2B!! I highly recommend."
"My binder from a year or two ago is holding up well still and the one I got during the summer is also great."
"I use GC2B binders and they get me pretty flat."
"I hear that GC2b are a good reliable and best comfort brand."
"Honestly GC2B is fine. I still buy from them and have never had quality issues."
"I recommend that you don't look for the cheapest binder, but one that is of high quality."
#7
Wivov
4.2
(6)
"Wivov ones are fantastic, they’re not too tight where it would be bad for someone who’s still developing."
"I’ve been wearing wivov Flow series. They say you can wear them for 10-12 hours at a stretch and I’ve found that true..."
"I've been recommended Wivov."
"Wivov is pretty good"
"I highly recommend WIVOV, they have a pretty good range in sizes."
"I use the tape from wivov. They also sell binders so maybe try that too."
#8
VaultX
4.2
(6)
"I recommend a high VaultX Zipper binder for high quality protection."
"Vault x binders are always good choices imo!"
"I like VaultX but switched to Goat Armor recently and like those a little more."
"Vault X, Mana Moon (they have replaceable pages) and Dueling Guard (white pages) have spines that are more like books."
"VaultX binders are my go to."
"Try looking up vaultx binders"
#9
Wonababi
4.0
(6)
"I personally use Wonababi binders. This specific one is my favorite."
"I rec Wonababi, specifically their swim binder because thats the one of theirs I have."
"Well, I use wonababi. The package is somewhat discreet."
"I’ve heard good things about both Wonababi and Spectrum Outfitters binders."
"Personally I use wonababi, they have sizes up to like 5xl or something."
"I think Wonababi or Wivov binders might work too, and they're less expensive."
#10
Untag
4.0
(6)
"Untag is my new favorite. I don’t recommend the razorback styles but I love my other binders from them."
"Untag is my new favorite. I don’t recommend the razor back styles but I love all my others."
"I vouch for the latter because they have what you're saying."
"I love the quality."
"My partner likes his binder from Untag."
"Untag are based in Amsterdam and make pretty good binders."
#11
TMart
4.4
(5)
"TMart. Worked the best at binding. Didn’t stretch out as quickly as everything else I’d tried. Most comfortable by far as well."
"TMart was the best for me."
"TMart was the best at both binding and comfort for me."
"TMart personally works best for me."
"I've heard good things about wonabibi and tmart but i've only ever worn a tmart binder."
#12
For Them
4.2
(5)
"I really like the "For Them" brand binders, if you’re looking for a place to buy a new one."
"Forthem binder! its more of a compression top than a true binder but i have had severe chronic costochondritis... it compresses enough to make me comfortably flat"
"I’ve found that For Them binders are great for full-day wear, they’re more like a compressive sports bra..."
"It’s definitely not the most flattening binder but probably one of the most comfortable."
"For them seems to be the one prioritizing comfort the most."
#13
Fun Guys
4.7
(3)
"I have a 2x2 and 3x3 fun guys top loader binder and it's great. No issues with it"
"I use it for mine and it’s great."
"The Fun Guys on Amazon has been a great binder for me!"
#14
UltBias
5.0
(2)
"UltBias has some of the most STURDIEST binders I’ve ever used."
"My favorite binders of all time (A4 & A5) are from Ultbias, formerly Prism Platinum"
#15
Sock Drawer Heroes
4.5
(2)
"Reliable, Good quality (and they don’t stretch over time)."
"Might have something you need."
#16
Spectrum Binders
4.5
(2)
"I would recommend spectrum or underworks! Those are my two personal faves!"
"Spectrum binders has been great for me sensory wise and doesn't dig into my arms."
#17
Shapeshifters
4.5
(2)
"Shapeshifters makes great custom fit binders, and they have so many cool patterns!"
"Many recommend Shapeshifters and Spectrum Binders."
#18
Goat Armor
4.5
(2)
"They are super Awesome!"
"Goat Armor or VaultX - $12.99 on eBay"
#19
Gemloader
4.5
(2)
"If you want the best of the best, get a Gemloader binder."
"Works pretty good."
#20
Xuji
4.0
(2)
"I’ve been using XUJI on Amazon for like 4 years (new binders yearly) and they’ve been super reliable, comfortable, and actually do their job."
"Xuji! They’re pretty cheap on Amazon and the only binders I’ve been using for abt 3 years."
#21
Urbody
4.0
(2)
"We like Urbody. Very comfortable, safe for all day wear."
"When not binding I wear the Urbody half tank racerback compression top. Even though it doesn’t actually bind, I like that it looks more like a binder than a sports bra."
#22
Heroine
5.0
(1)
"Heroine binders are great."
#23
Trnzuk
5.0
(1)
"Just seen a review of Trnzuk binder which looks excellent."
#24
GenderBands
5.0
(1)
"GenderBands in the States ships internationally."
#25
Etsy
5.0
(1)
"It's really comfy, since it's made of stretchy fabric."
#26
Spencers
5.0
(1)
"The one i bought is the best one ive ever owned."
#27
Transform
5.0
(1)
"I have one of their binders and it's really good for at home."
#28
Core Products
5.0
(1)
"Hands down best binder I’ve found."
#29
Moolida
5.0
(1)
"I really loved the moolida one. I started with a four panel white binder but the moolida added an extra layer of compression for me."
#30
Trans Tape
5.0
(1)
"As bad as it sounds, trans tape and sports bras are the way to go here."
#31
Paxsies
5.0
(1)
"I've been using Paxsies for a while now. The 'Sports Binder Extra Strong' is my current fave."
#32
New York Toy Collective
5.0
(1)
"Really impressed me in terms of how flat I could get without serious discomfort."
#33
A5 Binder
5.0
(1)
"I personally use meowcafeshop’s binders! I have 4 different types of a5 binders they sell and love all of them."
#34
BERRYFAM
5.0
(1)
"Its a 3 ring binder and i really love this one. it comes in many colors"
#35
Vauhti
5.0
(1)
"Vauhti Super Base is considered by many to be the best base binder."
#36
DACCKIT
4.0
(1)
"I’ve only had it for about a month, and I have only brought it out of my apartment once, but I have had no issues so far."
#37
Pokemon
4.0
(1)
"Pokemon sells mini binders that hold like 60 cards i think and they are just 1x1."
#38
Amor
4.0
(1)
"Look into Amor Binders, they work really well for larger chest."
#39
Toploader
4.0
(1)
"I use toploader binders."
#40
151
4.0
(1)
"The official 151 binders are great."
#41
Fromthem
4.0
(1)
"Just bought my 2nd binder from the brand fromthem."
#42
SDH
4.0
(1)
"The SDH binders are great and really comfy."
#43
Amazon Wonababi
4.0
(1)
"It’s cheaper and the results are still great."
#44
X Pro
4.0
(1)
"Love it for regular thickness cards and slightly thick cards."
#45
MeowCafeShop
4.0
(1)
"I have heard good reviews on the quality/sturdiness!"
#46
XUJI
4.0
(1)
"They have really good quality binders for not too expensive."
#47
Spectrum and Underworks
4.0
(1)
"Spectrum and underworks are the 2 recommended ones that I know of."
#48
BinderMe
4.0
(1)
"They work well and are relatively 'cheap'."
#49
Dealmed
4.0
(1)
"I have been doing well with this one."
#50
Shapeshifters Inc
4.0
(1)
"I've also heard good things about shapeshifters inc, they offer a lot of customization for the binder but are also quite pricey."
#51
IguanaTrend
4.0
(1)
"They pretty much supply the entire Polish trans community."
#52
Rodeoh
4.0
(1)
"Rodeoh has some good ones."
#53
Binder Me
4.0
(1)
"I use binder me. the compression is good even with the zipper ones."
#54
TomboyX Compression Vests
4.0
(1)
"For compression vests that still do a decent bit for larger chests, TomboyX is good."
#55
Tomboy X
4.0
(1)
"Tomboy x also sells swim binders, but i would always recommend to buy a size up."
#56
Cardguard
4.0
(1)
"They sell large cardguard binders at target with renovable pages that could be good for this, they're 3x3"
#57
Cardshellz
4.0
(1)
"I like these binders: [https://www.cardshellz.com/collections/binders](https://www.cardshellz.com/collections/binders)"
#58
Pack Animal
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had a good experience with their XL binders."
#59
Amor Sensory
4.0
(1)
"Make comfortable binders that are specifically designed for people with sensory issues."
#60
Avery
4.0
(1)
"I honestly just use an Avery D-ring binder."
#61
Dream Binder
4.0
(1)
"Dream Binder. Nice colors, also sturdy. Pages are great, too."
#62
H&M
4.0
(1)
"My go-to was from H&M, it was super cheap and it kept things wrangled comfortably."
#63
Fluxion
3.0
(1)
"I quite like fluxion but it’s the only one I have."
#64
Wonabis
3.0
(1)
"I used wonabis but I heard spectrum binders are better?"
#65
ForThem
3.0
(1)
"ForThem is very comfortable, but it flattens about as much as a sports bra."
#66
TomboyX
1.0
(1)
"Yeah, no the tomboyx 'binders' are awful."
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