Tape reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 173 Reddit reviews across 51 subreddits and 60 posts to rank the best Tape brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Construction, r/cardmaking, r/gravelcycling, r/hiking, r/Bowling. Top-rated brands include Stanley (4.4/5), KT Tape (4.3/5), Leukotape (4.6/5).
Stats
Reviews173
Subreddits51
Posts60
Brands72
Products64
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#1
Stanley
4.4
(12)
"Stanley fat max 🤙🏻"
"I am still using a Stanley my dad got in the late ‘60’s."
"Always the Stanley Fatmax. Only tape I’ll buy after 7 years and many many tapes I’ve ran thru"
"Magnetic Stanley fat max."
"Probably the stanley fatmax."
"I use a stanley 25'.. For the 10 bucks it costs me they last long enough."
"Most of the popular brands and models of tape measures come in metric or both - Stanley, Lufkin, komelon, Milwaukee, etc."
"The Stanley Fatmax is kinda the standard for anything 25' or less."
"Stanley Silver is the best bang for your buck."
"Stanley fat max. Can pull out 10ft without snapping."
#2
KT Tape
4.3
(10)
"KT Tape (brand name), also known as kinesiology tape. Go ahead and buy the expensive name brand one."
"I just use KT tape, Aka kinesiotape. It’s great for my ankle too lol."
"Anyways, I use KT tape brand, and I remove it by taking a very hot shower."
"It sticks well and it's fabric like so it's comfortable as well."
"I use the Pinotape one and it works perfectly for me."
"You could try KT tape, like the sports injury tape etc."
"I used regular KT tape which you can find in bigger sport stores."
"I switched from 3M Nexcare Micropore to KT Tape."
"KT Pro is pretty good."
"We tried something off Etsy but it wasn't the best."
#3
Leukotape
4.6
(7)
"Leukotape. Nothing else comes cloes."
"Compeed blister plaster for heels."
"Works great, sticks to feet for days."
"Leukotape holds MUCH better than KT IMO"
"Leukotape will stay on for a week! But wear socks."
"Leukotape would be great for that."
"I tend to travel with Leukotape too."
#4
Scotch
4.0
(7)
"I used Scotch double-sided tape (yellow packaging) back then. It has held up very well."
"I use good old fashioned Scotch double sided tape, but also pair it with Bearly Arts glue."
"I use scotch double sided (the yellow one) when I need a good bond."
"Magic tape."
"Scotch removable wall tape."
"Regular scotch tape works well. Doesn't leave residue."
"Scotch sells paper tape at Target."
#5
FatMax
4.5
(6)
"Fat max all day long."
"Fat max auto lock , any fat max , they are the best!!"
"FatMax By miles."
"Fat max and second is the cheapest one."
"Fat max was in a class by itself for a long time."
"Fatmax is good, Milwaukee wide blade is also pretty good."
#6
Renfrew
4.3
(6)
"Renfrew tape with Yew wax."
"Renfrew + wax. Howie’s, chuck it right in the closest trash can."
"Renfrew tape. Howie’s is utter dog shit."
"As mentioned before, Renfrew is much better than Howies."
"Renfrew is much better than Howies in my experience."
"Renfrew pro hockey tape with prewrap underneath."
#7
Scor-Tape
4.0
(6)
"Scor-tape by Sookwang is my favorite. Hands down. Variety of widths, easy to use, and it stays put."
"I’m a wet glue person, but scor-tape is my go to if I need something done quick."
"I also use scor-tape for some things. I buy the 2 pack rolls of foam tape for a little lift."
"I use my ATG gun if it’s just paper, scor tape if it’s a bit heavier or ribbon."
"I use scor-tape."
"Scortape"
#8
Motiv
4.8
(5)
"I LOVE the Motiv Fast Release tape (black and orange)."
"I like the Motiv fast release."
"The black tape is thin and has a low-friction release."
"The black motiv tape is the thinnest and slickest. The adhesive has never failed for me even after 10 games."
"I like Motiv tape, silver."
#9
3M
4.0
(6)
"I have no clue how no one has mentioned vetwrap/3m tape. The big rolls are like 3 dollars. Exact same stuff you would get at walmart."
"It's strong enough to hold but doesn't stick to the point of pulling off ink."
"Blue 3M Tape. Sold individually at store under the Nexcare brand."
"The stuff is expensive but I managed to find the sizes I needed on ebay for cheap."
"It still remains pliable."
"Still best to keep it warm in a pocket for best results."
#10
Tamiya
4.6
(5)
"Definitely Tamiya, 2mm is your best bet for shoulders."
"Tamiya 2mm if u can only get 1."
"I use tamiya masking tape."
"Tamiya produces masking tape in a variety of widths."
"I used this one[Tape] for mine."
#11
Milwaukee
4.0
(5)
"I prefer the Milwaukee with the 2 side read."
"Milwaukee with the numbers underneath and a magnetic tip."
"The Milwaukee (and maybe dewalt?) have lifetime warranties."
"The standout on the Milwaukee is fantastic."
"Every day use? I go with the Milwaukee."
#12
Stanley FatMax
4.8
(4)
"I love my Stanley Fat Max 16’ 25’, 30’."
"Yep, stanley fat max. Just send them in when they eventually break."
"My Stanley doesn't let me down. Fat Max are also great."
"I use either Stanley classic or fat max depending on the task."
#13
Supacaz
4.8
(4)
"If you don't slam some camo Supacaz tape on that I'm never speaking to you again."
"Just like the formating they are flamboayantly gay in the best sense and super comfy."
"Supacaz gravel is amazing"
"My buddy swears by Sucapaz."
#14
Hockey Tape
4.0
(4)
"You want it slick, use hockey tape."
"Try any hockey tape. Cheap and easy."
"Hockey stick tape. Easy to take on and off the tank."
"I use hockey tape, cheap and lots of colors available."
#15
Sookwang
5.0
(3)
"I just used Sookwang at a junk-journal building class. That stuff can adhere anything!"
"Sookwang tape is very good for projects that have a lot of strain."
"Sookwang. It's my favorite and comes in many widths."
#16
RockTape
4.3
(3)
"Rock tape 3x sticky"
"You can get bulk rolls of Rocktape (10cm X 32m) from Ape Medical for $200."
"The best is called something like K6.0, Rocktape is my next favourite."
#17
Aerial Essentials
4.3
(3)
"I like aerial essential’s tape the most - I have bad hyperhidrosis and it provides good grip."
"If you like broken-in hockey tape, I recommend Aerial Essentials bar tape."
"Aerial Essentials bar tape is probably the most popular option and it's quite good (and much more budget friendly)..."
#18
Ergon
4.0
(3)
"I like the ergon stuff."
"I always try new kinds."
"I’ve been using Ergon BT gravel for two seasons."
#19
Gorilla Tape
5.0
(2)
"I use clear Gorilla Tape on my bike rack as a paint protector."
"Everything duct tape can do, Gorilla Tape can do better."
#20
Skateboard
5.0
(2)
"Get a skateboard upper deck grip tape."
"Skate board grip tape is my go to."
#21
Frog Tape
5.0
(2)
"Last time I had a project I used the green frog tape and it worked very well."
"It's somehow more adhesive and easier to remove."
#22
Tajima
4.5
(2)
"My favorite tape, and it's not a competition, is TAJIMA."
"Tajima offers several with both imperial and metric."
#23
Gorilla
4.5
(2)
"[https://fi.gorillaglue.com/gorilla-tape-musta/]"
"Tape is visible but it's black like the stall mats and they don't move at all."
#24
SportsTape
4.5
(2)
"Not only is it cost effective, its the best tape."
"I like SportsTape on Amazon."
#25
Lizard Skins
4.5
(2)
"First of all, I'd recommend Lizard Skins for cushy/grippy."
"Grippy and textured, but wouldn't call it sticky."
#26
Skin-Tac
4.5
(2)
"Skin-Tac is the actual brand for the sticky stuff - it stays on through extreme sweat and prolonged wear."
"Skin Tac on the sticky aide of kinesiotape is the way - less irritating than benzoin."
#27
Walker
4.5
(2)
"I've had the best luck with walkers super tape."
"I can get about 2 weeks before I need to do a re install."
#28
BBB
4.5
(2)
"BBB’s Diamond pattern bar tape is amazing!"
"Some BBB products are indeed super high quality."
#29
Kinesiology Tape
4.0
(2)
"It sticks and stays stuck."
"You want a kinesiology tape. It should have an oil based adhesive, rather than water based."
#30
ATG
4.0
(2)
"If I'm using double-sided, it's my ATG. Or foam tape."
"I use AGT for paper to paper. It's the best bang for your buck."
#31
Transtape
4.0
(2)
"I would recommend actual transtape instead since its designed with binding in mind so its wider and thinner."
"Transtape is pretty good"
#32
Craftsman
4.0
(2)
"I've had a craftsman for a while now with no problems."
"I trust Craftsman from Lowe's."
#33
Jetpens
4.0
(2)
"Good price, good quality: Jetpens"
"JetPens has a lot of options"
#34
Klein
4.0
(2)
"Go with Klein, don't fall for Milwaukee it's garbage."
"Not crazy expensive. Has measurements on top and bottom of the tape."
#35
Amazon
4.0
(2)
"Amazon sells 8 rolls of rainbow hued masking tape for ~14.00 CAD."
"Just look up colored labeling tape."
#36
Storm
4.0
(2)
"I like Storm tape, but I also put a piece of slick black tape in my thumb hole."
"I like the Storm a lot more and would recommend it."
#37
Tombow
3.5
(2)
"The last few years I’ve been using Tombow MONO liquid adhesive. It has held up very well."
"I got a tombow tape runner and I’m not impressed! It isn’t smooth to go on and has come unstuck on things before."
#38
Shimano Pro
3.5
(2)
"Shimano Pro gravel 👍"
"I'm liking the 3mm Shimano Pro stuff."
#39
RMGI/PEM
5.0
(1)
"Absolutely incredible tape."
#40
FrogTape
5.0
(1)
"Has enough adhesive to grip but comes right off and reseals again and again."
#41
Velox
5.0
(1)
"My studio uses velox cloth handlebar tape and I love it, totally non sticky."
#42
Hockey
5.0
(1)
"Hockey tape is meant for cold wet environments, and can be built up thick, twisted and wrapped for extra grip."
#43
Prince
5.0
(1)
"Prince Dura pro tape. For tennis racquets. Cheap. Works great."
#44
Leukoplast
5.0
(1)
"Hypafix or cover roll stretch from Leukoplast"
#45
Ignite Foam Grip Tape
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend Ignite Foam Grip Tape for the Pint Flared"
#46
Ignite Foam Hex
5.0
(1)
"I just put the Ignite Foam Hex on my Pint a few weeks ago and am loving it."
#47
Leuko
5.0
(1)
"Leuko P-Tape is the best. Don’t try to take it off for a couple of days. It REALLY sticks."
#48
Genesis
5.0
(1)
"Great adhesive and never had it peel off while bowling."
#49
Faber-Castell
5.0
(1)
"Doesn’t leave a residue rin and doesn’t peel the paint once you remove it :)"
#50
Lab Labeling
5.0
(1)
"Works great for mags in the 3/4” size."
#51
American Floor Mats
5.0
(1)
"I absolutely recommend it. My seems are invisible."
#52
Burgh
5.0
(1)
"The best tape ever made and I'll die on that hill."
#53
AdTech
4.0
(1)
"I use AdTech tape runner. Works well for me."
#54
Paper Tape
4.0
(1)
"Check your local art supply store for paper tape."
#55
Seatec
4.0
(1)
"I will be trying the seatec brand from my CPAP shop next time."
#56
Newbaums
4.0
(1)
"Newbaums bar tape, lots of colors, easier on the hands"
#57
Aerials Australia
4.0
(1)
"I like the stuff aerials australia sells. I never needed to break it in."
#58
F4
4.0
(1)
"A lot of people use self bonding rescue tape, also called F4 tape."
#59
Edelrid
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using Edelrid or even more grippy Petzl Grip Tape."
#60
Athletic Tape
4.0
(1)
"Here's my go-to when I need a bandage/tape to stick really well in the water."
#61
Double Sided Tape for Electronics
4.0
(1)
"There is a thin tape they use for mobile phones."
#62
Gaffer Power Tape
4.0
(1)
"Check this out. Gaffer Power Tape."
#63
Tape Jungle
4.0
(1)
"I buy tape refills in bulk from tape jungle. They're not perfect, but at just over $2 per roll the value is there! When applied to the card they do the job perfectly."
#64
Brady
4.0
(1)
"Come with bunch of color to mark the optical path and so on."
#65
P-Touch
4.0
(1)
"Ptouch tape."
#66
QTL
4.0
(1)
"QTL and Livex make variants that are solid but pricing isn’t cheap."
#67
Target
4.0
(1)
"Target brand KT tape has been slightly less irritating for me."
#68
IPG
4.0
(1)
"For my money I’d use ipg low tack."
#69
Auto
4.0
(1)
"Auto Pin stripe tape from Amazon works great."
#70
ProGaff
3.0
(1)
"Glue in this tape isn’t that strong."
#71
Kapton
3.0
(1)
"Cheaper than kapton. Also, I have had kapton adhesive pop off my projects."
#72
Sellotape
2.0
(1)
"It's the right kind of width, and not too thick, but just not sticky enough!"
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