9 Best Sports Bras of 2025, According to Testing

Size range: XS–2XL | Support: Medium

Basic and no-frills, this pullover sports bra earns our top spot because it was rated the most comfortable sports bra by our testers and has medium impact support for a wide range of workouts. Its compressive fit prevents bounce, while the racerback allows for a good range of motion.

In addition to its comfort and design features, the bra aced our Textiles Lab’s durability and moisture evaluations, meaning it's built to last and can wick away sweat to keep you dry. Our panel of consumer testers also said it fit well and felt supportive throughout their workouts. Those with bigger busts should note that this bra does not offer encapsulation for larger cup sizes.

A tester with a 34D bra size who wore it while running said, "It was comfortable, supportive and nice quality. It was also easy to take on and off and it stayed dry." A different tester with a 34C bra size noted, "It's not too heavy or bulky," while another who wears a 34B bra size said it was "not too tight or not too loose."

Size range: XS–3XL | Support: Medium

Sports bras can get pricey, but this three-pack costs less than many other brands charge for just one. Like the Nike style, these have medium support and a racerback design, but the Fittin bras also come with removable pads. Each pack includes assorted colors, and the bra is also sold individually and as a four-pack.

These bras don't offer as much support or separation for larger sizes or intense workouts. Still, they are incredibly soft with decent compression for support without flattening your chest. The racerback cut provides good range of motion, while the seamless construction means less friction.

Plus, there are over 36,000 reviews from users ranging from A to DDD cup sizes. "They fit well, have moderate support and they're very comfortable while still being flattering," said one online reviewer with a 34DDD bra size. "These are a great value for the money. "

Size range: Bands 32–42 and cups C–I | Support: High

Ideal for bigger chests, this supportive yet comfortable sports bra has a built-in underwire and padded cups for encapsulation — i.e., it offers separate support for each breast to prevent movement in every direction, not just up and down. The wide straps also increase support without digging into shoulders.

Our product experts were impressed with how well it wicked moisture, so you don't have to worry about staying wet with sweat. Meanwhile, our fitness testers were wowed by its comfort and how well the bra stayed in place while exercising. One tester with a 34DDD bra size said, "There's no movement while jumping or bouncing or working out." Another tester with a 34G bra size said, "I like how supportive the bra was and how the cups covered my breasts. Nothing was popping out where it shouldn't be." Though it does take more effort to put it on.

Size range: Bands 32–44 and cups A–H | Support: High

This ThirdLove sports bra features encapsulation cups designed to handle high-impact, sweaty workouts like HIIT, CrossFit and running. The wide, adjustable straps can cross in the back for racerback support, and there's a hook-and-eye closure for easy on and off.

The bra's full-coverage cups are hidden behind stretchy polyester/spandex fabric, which testers liked. It earned high appearance scores and showed no shrinkage after laundering in the Lab, but the bottom band stretched out a bit in stretch recovery testing. The inner cup fabric wicked away moisture easily, standing up to sweaty exercises. Testers were impressed by just how supportive this bra was, with straps that are "wide and stay in place." One tester also mentioned how "easy it was to put on and take off."

Testers with larger cup sizes loved that this pick offers band and cup sizing for ultimate support, but testers with smaller cup sizes found it too bulky. "This is the perfect bra for high-impact exercise," said one tester with a 40DD bra size. "It's supportive and comfortable, and it did not get in the way of exercise. 100% would recommend."

Size range: Bands 28–40 and UK cups B–H (equivalent to U.S. cups B–K) | Support: High

Designed with the key features for giving larger bust sizes the necessary support, Freya's sports bra also has the added benefit of a hook on the straps to convert it into a racerback. The straps are adjustable, thick and supportive, and the bra has an underwire and molded cups for extra support. We also appreciated the breathable, moisture-wicking fabric.

This sports bra was a fan favorite from our panel of testers, among those with cup sizes D through H. Testers liked the flattering design and the supportive encapsulation. "There was no pain from breasts moving up and down while running, which often happens, even with tight sports bras," said one tester with a 30H bra size. "I like that it has separate cups (instead of one massive uni-boob)." A tester with a 36DD bra size said, "I liked that it was like a normal bra to put on — easy to take on/off ." The downside was that some testers experienced fit issues, including spillage and tightness, so you may need to size up.

Size range: XS-XXL | Support: High

This top-selling pullover racerback from Under Armour offers four-way stretch with a pad-free design. With medium support and high compression, it's great for cycling, strength training, boxing, yoga and more. It has wide straps and double-lined fabric for good coverage and lift. When I want absolutely no bounce, I wear this bra. It's not the most flattering because it's so compressive, but the support is unparalleled.

Acing every Lab test and outperforming pricier picks, this bra wicked away moisture, held up to laundering and maintained its shape after being stretched. Our testers were amazed that the compression didn't feel restrictive. One tester with a 38C bra size shared, "I felt completely held in and supported while exercising." Some testers said their nipples were noticeable because it's padless and the bra received lower appearance scores, with some testers disliking the large front logo.

Select sizes are currently out of stock and there is limited inventory in other colors so we recommend purchasing this supportive bra sooner rather than later.

Size range: Bands 30–40 and cups A–E | Support: High

Running requires a sports bra that'll minimize bounce without chafing and feel comfortable mile after mile. This sports bra from Brooks is specifically designed for running, with a high-compression feel and removable cups for additional support. It has pockets on the side and back, but most testers didn't find it comfortable to work out with something in the pockets. We appreciate the bonded seams and edges to reduce chafing.

The ultra-smooth, sleek material easily wicked away moisture in Lab tests, and testers had a similar experience in the real world, with one saying, "I loved the fact that it really wicked away sweat." Testers liked the "super smooth material," and one tester with a 34DDD bra size said that she felt "supported even while running." The material is very compressive and doesn't stretch very much — we couldn't even stretch it enough to do stretch recovery tests in the Lab — so some testers found it tougher to get on and off.

Size range: XXS–6XL | Support: Medium

Offering an extensive size range from XXS to 6XL, this sports bra from Girlfriend uses recycled plastic water bottles (RPET) and spandex to create the brand's signature comfy, compressive fabric. It has a racerback style designed for medium-impact exercise. When I tried this bra, I was impressed with how it strikes a great balance between supportive and flattering. It offered excellent lift while the stretchy fabric molded beautifully to my curves.

Testers with both small and large chests agreed that this bra is both comfortable and supportive. "Because I have a larger chest, it is really tough for me to find a sports bra that is supportive and I feel confident in, and I fell in love with this one," said one tester with a 34DDD bra size. Another tester with a 34D bra size said, "It’s the most comfortable sports bra I’ve ever tried." Loving its flattering fit, a tester with a 34B said, "It’s a bra that makes you feel sexy working out in it, and also it's extremely comfortable."

In the Lab, it washed beautifully with no noticeable changes in appearance or shrinkage. (Note that this style is hang-dry only.) The material did not wick away moisture as well as other styles, so it's better suited for less sweaty workouts.

Size range: 1–8++ (equivalent to 32A–42H) | Support: High

Designed specifically to minimize breast movement, this high-impact bra is ideal for runners and anyone who has a larger bust. It has unique ladder straps designed with slots that allow wearers to adjust them without losing support. Excellent features like molded cups help separate and encapsulate, and a seamless and breathable fabric prevents chafing.

The bra was designed to reduce bounce and testers loved Knix Catalyst bras for the amazing support, though its full coverage may feel restricting for some. "I love that it has the adjustable bands around your rib cage — a rare find in sports bras and wonderful for someone with a smaller frame but bigger chest," said one tester with a 34E bra size. The sizing works a little differently with this pick so make sure to check the chart. It’s designed for 32A through 42H.