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In the year of our lord 2023, it is inconceivable that fellas should still be wearing shitty, uncomfortable boxers under their finest chinos. As the one article of clothing that you’re (hopefully) wearing every day, a truly excellent pair can be the difference between an uncomfortable office outing and winning the board meeting, and yet even the best men’s underwear is typically an afterthought purchase.
We’re here to put the kibosh on crappy drawers — after all, there are an abundance of great options in a variety of styles and fabrics for virtually every preference out there, from classic Calvin Kleins to sweat-wicking silvers by Mack Weldon.
Seeing as how were so passionate about a comfortable boxer experience — after all, no one’s a fan of swamp-ass — we’ve identified, tested and reviewed some of the best men’s underwear on the market, and highlighted our favorite pairs of the best men’s underwear that really fit the bill. Below, 18 best pairs of drawers to rock and stock, for every type of dude imaginable.
The Best Men’s Underwear in 2023:
Calvin Klein 3-Pack Boxer Briefs
Why you should buy them: Like it or not, a Calvin waistband peaking out from some jeans is synonymous with sexy. The American designer’s ubiquitous briefs are not the most comfortable underwear we’ve tried (although they’ll get you through the day just fine) nor are they the most tech-heavy, but if you’re concerned with aesthetics, it is and will always be a fine option.
CDLP Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: Swedish brand CDLP is a relative newcomer to the underwear scene, but after some serious IH testing, we can confirm that their Boxer Brief is the real deal. The lyocel-elastane blend is surprisingly soft and dodges the typical latex-y feel that performance fabrics can carry, with breathable and naturally anti-bacterial properties and added bonus.
PACT Knit Boxers
Why you should buy them: Refreshing airy and comfortably loose, the PACT knit boxer incorporates a soft, natural organic cotton made with no toxic chemicals and 81% less water used than conventional cotton.
Mack Weldon Silver Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: Silver is a known foil to sweat stink, and Mack Weldon’s Supima cotton with antimicrobial Ionic+ silver-infused briefs ensure that swamp-ass is never even a possibility.
Lululemon Always in Motion Boxer 5″ 3 Pack
Why you should buy them: As we’ve mentioned, the fast-drying, lycra-blended, anti-ball crushing A.I.M. boxer is our favorite daily boxer brief.
Uniqlo Men’s AIRism Ultra Seemless Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: The AIRism tech from Uniqlo is as innovative as we’ve seen: DRY technology and Cool Touch keep everything regulated, dry, and most importantly, cool. Our summer brief of choice, they’re the lightest non-boxer we’ve found, and with a new seamless design, they’re discreet, too.
Tom Ford Velvet-Trimmed Leopard-Print Silk-Satin Boxer Briefs
Why you should buy them: You don’t have to spend $300 on a pair of silk-satin leopard boxers, but you could!
Tommy John Cool Cotton Trunk
Why you should buy them: Tommy John’s Cool Cotton moisture-wicking fabric claims to be 2-3x cooler and 4-5x faster drying than regular cotton. After weeks of testing, we can’t say we disagree.
J.Crew Printed Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: With an abundance of colorful options and a cool cotton finish, you couldn’t ask for a better easy boxer than these J.Crew boxers.
Jockey 3-Pack Classic 5″ Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: Jockey’s no-frills offering is still the best bang for your buck around.
Everlane The Uniform Supima Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: Part of Everlane’s Uniform Line, The Supima Boxer Brief is built to get you through daily life without any undergarment-related hassle. One of the few entrants on this list with a 365-day warranty, the Uniform Boxer is structured for the ideal balance of movement and security.
SAXX Vibes Boxer Briefs
Why you should buy them: SAXX ergonomic fit is one of the most comfortable we’ve had the pleasure of testing. The Ballpark Pouch technology keeps everything in place, no matter what you’re up to, without any claustrophobic-inducing tightness.
Nice Laundry Slim Fit Boxer
Why you should buy them: Nice Laundry’s Boxer is an enigma; flattering and sleek in profile, the drawers utilize high-end tailoring techniques and stretch Pima cotton for a controlled boxer that won’t look odd with slim (even skinny) pants.
Hanes Men’s Tagless® Boxer Briefs Solids 6-Pack
Why you should buy them: 6 briefs for $22 equates to less than $4 per pair — how’s that for some underwear math — with the added benefit of being tagless, these Hanes pairs are a-ok by us.
Nike Dri-FIT Ultra-Stretch Mirco Boxer Brief (3-Pack)
Why you should buy them: For DRI-fit converts, Nike’s Ultra-Stretch Boxer is everything you love from your workout gear, wrapped up in a brief package.
Rhone Everyday Essentials Boxer Trunk
Why you should buy them: A flexible brief and a soft cotton finish aren’t usually able to be paired this well, but Rhone’s Trunk has no limit to it’s range of motion, without any synthetic feeling.
Stance Butter Blend Boxer Brief
Why you should buy them: Stance doesn’t just make socks; they make a damn fine brief, too. Their patented Feather-Seam Construction is honest in its claim of reduced irritation with a softer weave — we can vouch.
Under Armour UA Tech 9″ Boxerjock
Why you should buy them: Some people like a loooong boxer, and for those people, the Under Armour’s Tech Boxerjock is 9″ perfection. Fitted and snug, they’ve got the length with none of the potential bunchage.
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