Men’s boxer briefs have become the ultimate all-round underwear. They offer support, cover a bit more of the thigh than classic trunks, stay in place under jeans and work just as well for active days as for slow Sundays on the sofa.
Some brands focus on technical features, others on sustainability, sometimes on discreet luxury. This guide brings together ten brands, each with its own take on the boxer brief: different fabrics, lengths, philosophies and price levels.
Saxx
Sizes: XS to XXL
Price range: £25–35
Inseam length: 8” – 20 cm
Composition: polyester/elastane + Tencel™ lining
Saxx puts sport first. Its boxer briefs are designed for running, cycling and high-intensity cardio sessions where nothing should get in the way. The brand’s patented BallPark Pouch® keeps everything in place – a detail that built its reputation – with fabrics that breathe quickly and almost instinctively wick moisture. Flat Out Seams® reduce chafing. Saxx prioritises technical performance over eco credentials, with mostly synthetic materials.
For fans of intense training, these boxer briefs stay put on the thigh thanks to No-RideUp Leg™. Support is firm, freedom of movement is total, and the anti-roll waistband keeps the short exactly where it should be. A very performance-driven, almost “textile engineer” approach.
Mack Weldon
Sizes: S to XXL
Price range: around £37
Inseam length: 8” – 20 cm
Composition: polyamide/polyester/elastane
Mack Weldon brings a techwear mindset to underwear. Its boxer briefs are built with knit zones that ventilate different areas of the body, like a discreet cooling system. The brand designs its products with almost scientific attention to breathability. The support pouch is integrated, with no fly, to stay close to the body.
The AirKnitX fabric manages moisture and helps limit odours after a workout. The boxer brief stays in place, which appeals to fans of cycling, yoga or days when you’d rather forget you’re wearing a short under your trousers. It’s technical but understated, without any flashy details – except for the product info printed directly on the back of the thigh.
Tommy John
Sizes: S to XXL
Price range: £22–31 (approx.)
Inseam length: 6”/8” – 15/20 cm
Composition: modal, Pima cotton, polyamide, elastane
Tommy John treats fabrics like a sommelier treats wine. Several versions of its boxer briefs exist, from silky modal to Pima cotton. The signature style comes with a horizontal fly – a clever detail for rushed mornings. The fabrics are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified, guaranteeing the absence of questionable substances.
The legs stay put, the fabric is soft, and the colour range leans into clean, refined cuts. The variety of materials lets you choose by use: premium cotton for lounging, modal for the office, technical polyamide for more active days.
Under Armour
Sizes: XS to 3XL
Price range: around £34
Inseam length: 6”/9” – 15/23 cm
Composition: cotton, polyester, elastane
Under Armour designs boxer briefs for effort. They breathe, they dry quickly, they hold everything in place. The fly is functional, and the materials are mostly synthetic, sometimes blended with cotton.
The brand targets sports performance rather than organic fibres. It’s all about straightforward efficiency: support, stretch, flat seams. Daily training fans get a simple, effective partner for sessions where you don’t want to think about clingy fabric.
Bluebuck
Sizes: XS to 4XL
Price range: around £29
Inseam length: 4” – 11 cm
Composition: 95% GOTS-certified organic cotton, 5% elastane
Bluebuck takes a different approach. The boxer brief is designed as an everyday garment that stands the test of time. Fibres are responsible, the cut is timeless, and comfort remains the priority – with each step mattering, from cotton harvesting to European assembly.
Our boxer briefs for men are made in Portugal in factories powered by 100% renewable electricity. We don’t follow seasons, sales or short-lived trends. The cotton is organic, GOTS-certified, with a soft cotton waistband. No fly, no gimmicks. Just clean, robust fabric designed to last.
Ron Dorff
Sizes: XS to XXL
Price range: around £41
Inseam length: mid-thigh
Composition: 96% cotton, 4% elastane
Ron Dorff plays with the codes of sport and chic. Its boxer briefs look like reworked training shorts. The two-button fly gives them a deliberately retro feel. Lines are clean.
Made in Portugal, this style opts for sobriety: flat waistband, small eyelets with the brand logo embroidered tone-on-tone. The cotton is dense and pleasant, with a close but comfortable fit. For fans of understated statement pieces, the balance works well.
Bjorn Borg
Sizes: XS to XXL
Price range: from £35 (two-pack)
Inseam length: —
Composition: 88% recycled polyester, 12% elastane
Bjorn Borg carries a strong sports DNA. Its boxer briefs favour recycled polyester – a nod to environmental efforts, even if production is outsourced (mainly to China). The waistband is soft, and a reinforced panel at the crotch improves support.
The cuts are designed for physical activity. Scandinavian style shows through in clean lines, frequent geometric patterns and bold colours. A solid compromise for those who want technical performance with a touch of ecological awareness.
2Xist
Sizes: SM to XXL
Price range: £20–25 (approx.)
Inseam length: 6” – 15 cm
Composition: cotton/spandex or Pima/modal/spandex
2Xist thinks ergonomics first. Its boxer briefs rely on the “Contour” pouch, designed to support without compressing. The cotton is soft, and spandex provides the right amount of stretch. The “Dream” versions, made for sleeping, mix Pima cotton and modal for a silkier hand feel.
The New York brand is all about urban comfort: practical pieces, tagless, with a branded waistband. The style is simple and efficient, for those who want ease without getting lost in technical jargon.
Pact
Sizes: S to 2XL
Price range: around £18
Inseam length: 6.5” – 16.5 cm
Composition: 95% organic cotton, 5% elastane
Pact is firmly on the organic side. Its boxer briefs are GOTS-certified, Fair Trade and carbon neutral – a rare trio at this price. No fly, a pouch with visible seams and a simple cut.
The brand focuses on accessible organic cotton. The design stays basic, comfort is there, and the environmental commitment runs throughout the chain. For those who want responsible underwear without shocking their bank account, it’s an appealing option.
Hanro
Sizes: S to XXL
Price range: £63–67 (approx.)
Inseam length: —
Composition: polyamide/elastane, or mercerised cotton/elastane
Hanro has a luxurious vision of underwear. Its boxer briefs in Meryl-Skinlife® microfibre emphasise fineness of touch, with precise stretch and support. The mercerised cotton versions showcase serious textile know-how in men’s underwear.
The styles are OEKO-TEX® certified, the fly can be buttoned depending on the range, and waistbands stay understated. Hanro is aimed at those who want a premium piece worn with quiet pleasure – private comfort that doesn’t need a giant logo.
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The market for men’s boxer briefs has grown with a wide range of approaches. Some models aim for pure performance, others defend responsible, almost artisanal choices. You’ll find luxurious fabrics, recycled textiles, soft waistbands, ergonomic pouches and cuts that don’t try to chase every trend.
The appeal of the boxer brief lies in its versatility: a single model can follow you all day, from a morning bike ride to dinner on a terrace. It’s up to each person to find the length, fabric and spirit that suits them. In the end, the ideal underwear is the one you forget… until the moment you pull it on again.