Ranked #3 of 12

Mack Weldon

Quietly the best-balanced pair on the list.

The verdict

Nothing here is the single best score in any column, and that is exactly the point. AIRKNITx handles heat well, the cotton pairs last, and the price lands under the premium tier. The safest recommendation on the board.

What works

+Strongest all-round score balance
+Anti-odor treatment holds up
+Cheaper than direct competitors

What doesn't

−Limited cuts
−Sizing runs slightly small in trunks

Price per pair: ~$26
Founded: 2012
Country: USA
Best for: Someone who wants one pair that does everything
Materials: AIRKNITx, Pima cotton, silver-treated blends
Styles: Trunk, Boxer brief, Brief