Amazon EssentialsMen's Cotton Tag-Free Briefs Underwear, MultipacksOEKO-TEX STANDARD 100

I thought I'd share my search for the best underwear on Amazon. To help you judge things I'm 6 feet tall, 190lbs, with a 40" waist. I'm 55 years old but still in somewhat good shape, probably 10lbs overweight.My previous underwear of choice was Dockers but they are no longer made. I loved the Docker's durability, fit, and comfort but nothing lasts forever (thin saggy big name undies are not even under consideration).I've always been a tidy-whitey guy but I thought I'd try to up my game and see if I couldn't find something that was both comfortable and sexier, so I tried to be open minded.My criteria:- Need to be comfortable to wear all day at my desk at work and walking around the office- Need to breath so things everything stays cool and dry- Need to provide comfortable support- Ideally something more sexy- Ideally reasonable cost (I've spent $30 for Patagonia underwear that is great and I use when backpacking or on extended trips but a bit pricey for everyday)There are a LOT of choices, it's overwhelming really. Different styles, materials, etc. I already knew I didn't like boxers (no support) and boxer briefs (ride up and uncomfortable). I just ordered some of everything else and returned most of it.Note that in general when it comes to anything more modern and sexy a 40" waist puts you in XL territory which is the top range of most offerings so I just barely made the cut--obviously the target market is young & fit men.The good news is I did find several comfortable, surprisingly affordable choices, and sexy ones too (according to my girlfriend). To summarize here are the keepers:David Archy Briefs (MicroModel, $6/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071WNC5L6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1Sexy, modern, and comfortableAmazon Essentials Briefs (Cotton, $2.50/pair)https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWLNK5F/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_4Comfortable and inexpensive basic underwear, colored versions availableLayer8 Mid-Rise Briefs (Polyester/Spandex, $4/pair)Comfortable & sexy but does not breath as well as the aboveHere are the full reviews of all the ones I tried (many were called but few chosen):Thongs/Bikini-------------==== MASS21 (MicroModel, $6/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721QFF6G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1Technically sold as swimwear but I thought I would try in the spirit of being opened minded. I thought I would hate them but they were actually quite comfortable and I wondered if I would grow to like them once I got used to the low-rise and butt floss. Your junk is basically in a pouch be well supported.To be honest I love a woman in a thong but didn't see it as doing much for me (perhaps milage would vary with different ass?) especially as my hair stuck our around the pouch...not sure I was up to manscaping to that extent. I was sure my girlfriend would like, and was surprised when she was unenthused. Without her being turned on it wasn't really compelling for me so back they went.==== YKC Bikini Bulge (Nylon/Spandex, $5/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071LLS3BP/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s05?ie=UTF8&psc=1A strange one: essentially a pouch in front but full coverage on the but with nothing on the sides. A thought it looked more manly than the thong but wondered if after repeated washings it wouldn't end up in my butt crack (in that case I think a thong would be better).Again, my girlfriend was cool on them so back they went.Low/Mid-Rise Briefs-------------------==== Layer 8 (Polyester/Spandex, $4/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075DJLF9D/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1These are a sexier version of a traditional brief but mid-rise so I didn't notice it as much as low-rise briefs (which take some adjustment period). The material felt great but the first time I wore it it obvious did not breath as well as cotton but not nearly as bad as previous polyester underwear I wore (and threw out because things got so swampy)...after a washing things improved quite a bit...acceptable if you are not active but not a choice for a hike IMPO.Washing direction mean I'll need to wash separately as a delicate but that is okay.My girlfriend thought they looked nice and I kept them...probably more for longing around the house than a full day at the office or working in the yard. I will wear these but may not order more right away.==== 2(X)LIST Brief (Cotton, $15/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LO0GJC8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1Looked sexy-ish and pima cotton felt nice and fit well out of the package but I thought "these are not going to fit after they shrink in the wash". Not as comfortable as the best on my list. Not worth the money IMO...back they go.==== Lacoste (Cotton/Model, $17/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M7RZ3WE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1Very well made feel and nice pima cotton. The only brand that fit me a bit baggy around the legs, perhaps it would get better after shrinking in wash but with better valued options why bother...back they go.==== UnderGents (MicroModel, $13/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0741GWV85/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1Very high bikini cut in front that I did not like as it exposed lots of hair. Material very smooth but I wasn't convinced it would hold up as it was quite thin. Didn't like them especially for the price, so back they go.==== Emporio Armani (Micro Modal, $22/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ZYJQ2M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s05?ie=UTF8&psc=1Very nice material and fit. Low-rise and sexy. I think I might have keep these except that the cost is crazy and they are not that much nicer than cheaper options--also at this price point I would consider technical underwear from Patagonia. Just too expensive for what you get, so returned.==== Calvin Klein (Cotton, $7/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JQRSGWW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1Even the largest size is too small, returned. Better choices on this list.Full-Briefs, think Fruit-of-the-Loom (Cotton, $2.50/pair)---------------------------------------------------------==== Amazon Essentialshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWLNK5F/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_4Amazon has a major winner here in my opinion. These are the closest replacement for my old Dockers if being sexy is not an issue...in fact I think they are better than the Dockers and what a bargain!My girlfriend initially like the colored one, then after seeing some of the other underwear though she did not like the super-full coverage.These I keep and will order more...perfect for office or working in the yard. Workhorse underwear but other choices are also comfortable and sexier.==== David Archy Pouch Brief (MicroModel, $6/pair)https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071WNC5L6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1Very comfortable with an innovative 2 pouch system (they include directions on how to wear lol). Very breathable. Washing direction mean I'll need to wash separately as a delicate but that is okay.These are good everyday sexy underwear for men at a reasonable price...I could see only having these in my drawer. Plan to order more.Mini-Boxer Briefs-----------------==== Kronis (Cotton, $10)I thought these looked great on me, low rise, manly, and sexy...but the mini leg part rides up and is uncomfortable.If I'm feeling sexy I might wear these with my girlfriend but not for a day at the office.I vacillated between keeping and returning these but in the end I decided why not have in my drawer to wear now and then. I don't intend to order more right away.

I was a little skeptical at first because I've always purchased brand name. I decided to order the Amazon Basics because they were 100% cotton and the price was right. I waited on a review until I could use them, wash them and dry them to see if there were any changes. There were no changes - they fit very comfortably; they did not shrink once washed or dried; the elastic did not "wrinkle" up in the dryer like I've seen with some brand names. The package included just the colors I wanted - not a variety of others; they feel lightweight. Just an excellent all-around good product.

Great underwear! My only complaint is the sides of the underwear are longer which is sometimes if ur a bigger person or have big thighs it gets annoying trying to fit it in but other than that its fine the tag doesn’t bother me unlike some of the reviews I saw

Hey...so I'm a big guy. And where I live they don't cater for big guys. Ordered this got it through DHL in a reasonable time. Fits perfectly for my size and very comfortable. Will recommend for us big guys

These are inexpensive but quality underwear

They seem to run small as other reviewers have mentioned. I wanted a package of a single color but all the packages in my local stores are mixed colors. I looked for my favorite name brand on Amazon but found the price of a single color from them was outrageous. I saw the Amazon Basics for a reasonable price so I ordered a set of 7. I wear a size 36 and their Large range was 36.5 - 38.5 so I thought they would fit me with my waist being a the lowest range. My package arrived and the inside package had already been opened which to me indicated this had been a return. I tried a pair on and they were too small and uncomfortable for me to keep. I returned them and ordered a set of XL that range from 42.5 to 44.5 and they fit me perfect. I gave this previous order 3 stars for price and quality and deducted 2 stars for their erroneous size chart along with possibly sending me an already returned package. They usually will list a used but like new item at a lower price with a full description but this was not the case. I ordered a package of new briefs and may have received a returned item.

Fits like they should goid quality. Will buy again

Has a nice hug to them around the hip area. Slightly tight/small but that's expected.