The 6 Best Underwear Brands for Kids of 2024

Many kids are notoriously picky about their undies, and for good reason: Irritating wedgies, itchy tags, chafing trims, and scratchy fabrics make a lot of underwear no fun to wear.

We spent four months testing 37 styles from 15 different brands. And we’re confident that the soft, durable Classic Unders from Hanna Andersson are the least likely to leave kids whining about what’s covering their behinds.

We selected soft, comfortable undies that are resistant to butt-picking. We avoided those with chafing-prone lace trims and itchy tags.

The best underwear fits kids of all sizes and at multiple life stages, from post-potty-training to the tween years.

We looked for underwear that kids would outgrow before it wore out and, ideally, that’s sturdy enough to be handed down to siblings.

We searched for brands that feature a variety of patterns and colors to suit different tastes.

Parents seeking a thinner, more flexible style of underwear should consider Reebok’s stretchy yet supportive Performance Boxer Briefs, Seamless Hipster Briefs, or Seamless Boyshorts. For kids who like to hang loose, we recommend Lucky & Me’s 100% cotton Noah Boxer Shorts. And if you’d prefer to spend less, we have budget options in the Other good children’s underwear section.