Swimwear reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 160 Reddit reviews across 31 subreddits and 50 posts to rank the best Swimwear brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/AusFemaleFashion, r/Swimming, r/PlusSizeFashion, r/TwoXIndia, r/TwinCities. Top-rated brands include Speedo (4.6/5), Nani Nalu (5.0/5), Torrid (4.1/5).
Stats
Reviews160
Subreddits31
Posts50
Brands77
Products50
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#1
Speedo
4.6
(8)
"I like the Speedo and TYR briefs very much."
"Speedo euro briefs and Arena Low waist shorts are my favorite and the most comfortable."
"I love the Speedo Euro briefs and Arena low waist shorts. They were a game changer."
"Speedo for everything but sauna!"
"Speedo is a classic."
"Classic Speedo, Nike, and bodyglove are a few I've always liked."
"I like Speedo briefs and TYR briefs but I cannot stand the fit of Arena briefs for example"
"I found some very cute ones there recently"
#2
Nani Nalu
5.0
(6)
"Nani Nalu on 50th Street, near France. Year-round swim store. More than I’ve ever paid for any other suit but very high quality."
"Once I find a great fit and brand here (Nani Nalu) I’ll buy 2-10 more same brand/size on the internet on sale over the years."
"It’s a great shop. Spendy, yes, but the pieces last years, not a couple summers."
"Seconding this place. It’s expensive but mostly painless by helping you find flattering fits."
"This place was really good so she could get a top and bottoms that matched and were her size without buying two swim suits."
"Nani Nalu has been my go to for the past decade. You will pay more but the suits will last for years."
#3
Torrid
4.1
(7)
"I get a lot of compliments on my two piece from Torrid."
"Torrid has cute bikinis, and their prices aren’t horrible (try to catch a sale)"
"Torrid has some with sleeves if that's what you’re looking for!"
"Torrid has great options!"
"For chlorine resistant… I really like torrid, cause I’m a bigger girl."
"I have had luck with Torrid."
"Maybe check out Torrid. It's a plus sized women's clothing store, but they have a pretty decent range of sizes."
#4
Amazon
4.3
(6)
"I have one like the one you posted, also from Amazon, that comes down a little lower on the legs and I love it!"
"I bought some great, non-see through swim shorts from Amazon."
"I have found all my favorite swimsuits on Amazon surprisingly. Definitely a process of buying, trying on, and returning."
"Amazon has great separates. Try a halter type style for the top, and whatever size for the bottom."
"I bought a plus size two piece from Amazon a few years ago."
"Now, I get them from Amazon for a fraction of the price."
#5
Swimsuits for All
4.2
(6)
"I love the website Swimsuits for All."
"I like Swimsuits for All (.com)."
"I’ve ordered from www.swimsuitsforall.com for years."
"Swimsuits For All has some good pieces at decent price."
"Swimsuits For All has some good pieces at decent price and they frequently have sales."
"Swimsuits For All has some good pieces at decent price."
#6
Bare Necessities
4.3
(4)
"I love bare necessities for plus size beauties."
"Bare necessities website has a lot of these brands in one place and the return policy is great for trying things and returning the ones that aren't right."
"Has a ton of bra-sized swimwear including some without wires."
"Several bra brands have bra cup sized swim tops."
#7
Target
4.3
(4)
"They’re made from the same stretchy material that regular swim suits are made of"
"Target has some really nice swim wear… trendy styles and good fabric."
"Target!"
"I had luck at target, not expensive either."
#8
Lands' End
4.3
(4)
"Lands' End chlorine-resistant Tugless swimsuits. They come in tall sizing and lots of other options, and hold up really well."
"I also like lands end and calypsa."
"Lands End store if you want a one piece."
"Costco just stocked a bunch of Lands End one piece for 18$."
#9
Cupshe
4.0
(4)
"My comfortable triangle bikini tops are from Venus and Cupshe."
"Cupshe has worked for me, they have a lot of tummy control options."
"Cupshe had quite a few options last time I checked."
"There is a site called Cupshe but, idk..."
#10
Arena
4.0
(4)
"Arena Challenge Back for me. Just the right tight cut."
"Arena One has extremely deep cut at the waist, which means they don't create pockets around the waist that causes extra drag."
"Arena 100% polyester suit. One size down and you'll get a stiff and form fitting suit."
"I cannot stand the fit of Arena briefs for example"
#11
SwimZip
5.0
(3)
"SwimZip!"
"I love the full body zip rash guards from Swimzip!"
"We have euro swim shorties from SwimZip for my second."
#12
TA3
4.7
(3)
"Is my go to for swimwear! They design it as shapewear too."
"TA3 all the way. Keeps everything in."
"Are pretty supportive."
#13
TYR
4.7
(3)
"I like the Speedo and TYR briefs very much."
"TYR Phoenix Splice Maxfit has been my go to all around suit."
"I like Speedo briefs and TYR briefs but I cannot stand the fit of Arena briefs for example"
#14
Decathlon
4.3
(3)
"I think you should check out the decathlon collection they are budget friendly."
"Decathlon has good options."
"I found a super comfy one at decathlon."
#15
Funky Trunks
4.3
(3)
"Funky trunks is the same brand but for men. They are great swimmers and plenty of boys wear them without comp"
"Funky Trunks. They'll provide support but won't squeeze it all in."
"Funky Trunks."
#16
Swimwear Galore
4.0
(3)
"I buy online from Swimwear Galore."
"Swimwear galore has heaps of good stuff."
"Swimwear Galore (online) have lots of two piece options so you can get a supportive bra top and then waist high bottoms."
#17
Aerie
4.0
(3)
"Aerie has cute stuff, especially if she’s looking for more modern ‘cheeky’ bottoms."
"Aerie!"
"Aerie has some great options!"
#18
Marks & Spencer
4.0
(3)
"Marks and spencers had good ones last time when I checked."
"Checkout PDA dance wear and Marks & Spencer!"
"You can try Marks & Spencer and Speedo."
#19
SHEIN
4.0
(3)
"Honestly I buy all my swimwear off Shein."
"I’ve bought several one pieces from Shein this year. They fit beautifully."
"I’m a busty, curvy, plus-sized woman and have had a pretty good run."
#20
Bravissimo
4.0
(3)
"Bra sized swimwear might be up her alley. Bravissimo is good"
"Bravissimo has some on sale"
"Have some cute options in their current line-up."
#21
TomboyX
4.0
(3)
"I have a pair of TomboyX trunks that I like."
"Check out Tomboyx! they have a swimwear line. I'd also suggest getting their compression bra for your stepchild as it's more comfortable."
"Everyone seems to say Tomboyx, but I'm not too into what they offer."
#22
RuffleButts
5.0
(2)
"We’ve loved RuffleButts for both of our daughters."
"We love rufflebutts. They have a clearance going on right now."
#23
Funkita
5.0
(2)
"Funkita is great - super chlorine resistant and you can do bright colours or basic black"
"As a girl I get my swimmers from funkita and I have been wearing them for a year, and have t gotten worn yet."
#24
Hanna Andersson
5.0
(2)
"We do a traditional one piece swimsuit for my preschooler from Hanna Andersson"
"Hanna Anderson one-piece rash gaurd swim suits (or similar)"
#25
Cat and Jack
5.0
(2)
"We like the Cat and Jack long sleeve ones at Target."
"Cat and Jack rash guards at target."
#26
Une Piece
4.5
(2)
"The classic square neck one piece they do is quite literally magic for my figure."
"Are pricey but have really structured tops and bottoms with lots of support."
#27
Capriosca
4.5
(2)
"I LOVE Capriosca!"
"I got a one piece from capriosca with a nice pattern and some ruffles across the front."
#28
Parke & Ronen
4.5
(2)
"You'd rock any of these, but only if you can put them on and then just have fun on the beach."
"Parke & Ronen - expensive but will look terrific."
#29
Freya
4.5
(2)
"Freya, fig leaves and bravissimo have some gorgeous plus sized swimwear! Something with proper underwire is good and there are some gorgeous high waisted bikini styles"
"I searched “freya swim top 28E” (28F US = 28E UK) and found lots of underwire options!"
#30
ASOS
4.0
(2)
"ASOS do a Fuller Bust range and they have frequent sales"
"I found an affordable one on Asos, you can search for "fuller bust"."
#31
Panache
4.0
(2)
"Panache is prob gonna be your best bet!"
"I recommend using your UK size and looking at UK brands like Panache."
#32
Brastop
4.0
(2)
"Brastop has some on sale"
"Brastop.com and bravissimo.com will definitely do cup sized tops in your size."
#33
Humankind
4.0
(2)
"I’d definitely go with Humankind."
"Omg check out humankind clothing brand."
#34
Brava
4.0
(2)
"Check out Brava’s offerings."
"Swim bras are a thing or just get a bra that fits that is just for swimming."
#35
Andrew Christian
4.0
(2)
"Andrew Christian has some good ones (if you dont mind the patterns lol)"
"Browse Andrew Christian or 2exist online."
#36
Nip Tuck Swim
4.0
(2)
"I like nip tuck swim."
"But buy through The Iconic rather than the Nip Tuck Swim website (better shipping and returns policies)."
#37
Infamous Swim
4.0
(2)
"Also recommend Infamous Swim!"
"Have a few different bottom shapes including several high waisted options"
#38
Marks and Spencer
4.0
(2)
"Marks and spencer’s have pretty cute swimsuits."
"Marks and spencer’s have pretty cute swimsuits."
#39
Lane Bryant
3.5
(2)
"Lane Bryant has some."
"Lane Bryant is also worth a look."
#40
Yingfa
5.0
(1)
"I love my Yingfa Kneesuit. It's just super comfortable."
#41
UNIQUEBELLA
5.0
(1)
"Do you mean something like this?"
#42
Swim by Elly
5.0
(1)
"Closer to summer I plan to buy from https://www.swimbyelly.com/."
#43
Costco
5.0
(1)
"I found I long sleeve swim top and a swimming skort at Costco very cute and stylish."
#44
Bras to Go
5.0
(1)
"I can’t recommend this place enough! Bras to Go has an amazing selection of swimwear."
#45
BeacBonita
5.0
(1)
"Beacbonita on instagram"
#46
Slimming Shape
5.0
(1)
"I personally love the ‘slimming shape’ collection, I have the black frill neck and the black and white one."
#47
Legoe
5.0
(1)
"I got the plain Legoe version as Im pregnant and the shorts style like this is absolutely amazing!!"
#48
Poison Arrow
5.0
(1)
"I love boyleg styles, I have this one as well as a couple of other prints from Poison Arrow"
#49
Andie Swim
5.0
(1)
"I own several styles in this Andie Swim."
#50
O'Neill
5.0
(1)
"Swim is 60% off right now."
#51
Nomad
5.0
(1)
"I’d recommend going to Nomad in Briny Breezes"
#52
WomenLikeU
5.0
(1)
"Check out womenlikeu"
#53
Swimwear India
5.0
(1)
"They have good options."
#54
Athleta
5.0
(1)
"I wear a rashguard from athleta, jolyn, or coolio with a bikini top underneath."
#55
Alpine Butterfly Swim
4.0
(1)
"If you have the budget alpine butterfly swim has some beautiful swimsuits including many options with more coverage."
#57
Lime Ricki
4.0
(1)
"Lime Ricki swim."
#58
Elsmore
4.0
(1)
"If your looking for for actual swimming gear then Elsmore would be my suggestion."
#59
Swimsuits For All
4.0
(1)
"Https://www.swimsuitsforall.com/products/side-tie-swim-brief/1030682.html?dwvar_1030682_color=4474418#cgid=SA_Bikini_Tops_830"
#60
TA3 Swim
4.0
(1)
"Have you seen TA3 Swim? They have built in waist cinching!!!!"
#61
Beefcake Swimwear
4.0
(1)
"Specifically designed for trans/NB people."
#62
Camp Cove
4.0
(1)
"Camp cove do some cute boyleg one-piece swimwear made in Australia too which is nice"
#63
Rockwear
4.0
(1)
"Have you seen the 'gym to swim' range from Rockwear? I got them as a practical option."
#64
Kohls
4.0
(1)
"Kohls suits were 40% off two weeks ago."
#65
J Crew
4.0
(1)
"I always get the j crew string bikinis."
#66
Black Bough Swim
4.0
(1)
"Black Bough Swim?"
#67
2XU
4.0
(1)
"Honestly, I’d try the 2XU swimsuit in your situation because of price to practicality ratio."
#68
Venus
4.0
(1)
"My comfortable triangle bikini tops are from Venus and Cupshe."
#69
Levana Bratique
4.0
(1)
"I have heard that they will ship to most countries."
#70
Primary
4.0
(1)
"This year I ended up buying extra bottoms in the smallest size sold by Primary (2-3) and it worked out."
#71
Nike
4.0
(1)
"My Nike sports pro practically acts a binder for me and its great for swimming, working out, etc."
#72
Amazon or Cupshe
4.0
(1)
"Amazon or cupshe."
#73
Splash About
4.0
(1)
"I use splash about neoprene shorts. They are designed for fecal issues and have been very good."
#74
Ewa Michalak
4.0
(1)
"I got an Ewa Michalak swimsuit this year. I’m happy with it."
#75
Jaked
3.0
(1)
"I have one Jaked square cut but despite using size chart it's too baggy."
#76
General Pants
3.0
(1)
"The most recent ones I bought were from General Pants and I think it was 2 separates for $50"
#77
En Femme
3.0
(1)
"They have one piece and bikini tucking swimwear, that also accepts breast forms."
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