BEST GYMWEAR BRANDS IN AUSTRALIA UNDER $100
You don't need to spend $150 on leggings or $120 on shorts. We ranked the best gymwear available in Australia under $100 per item — judged on fabric quality, durability, fit, and actual value per wear.
How we ranked them
Each brand was scored across four criteria, weighted equally:
- Fabric quality — thickness, stretch recovery, opacity, breathability
- Durability — how well items hold shape and colour after 50+ washes
- Fit consistency — whether sizing is reliable across their range
- Value per dollar — quality relative to Australian retail price
We only included brands with full ranges available to Australians at under $100 for at least their core items (shorts, tees, leggings). Niche or luxury brands like Lululemon are excluded — this guide is about value.
The ranked list
1. Muscle Nation — Best overall value
Muscle Nation is Australian-owned, ships from Australia, and consistently undercuts its competitors on price without a significant quality drop. Their shorts ($55–$65) and leggings ($65–$80) use a nylon-spandex blend that holds its shape well and doesn't become see-through after a few washes.
The brand runs sales regularly — sometimes 30–40% off — making them the clear best value pick for anyone building out a gymwear wardrobe from scratch.
2. ECHT — Best quality under $100
ECHT (pronounced "echt") is a Melbourne-founded brand that's positioned itself as the premium Australian alternative to Gymshark. Their fabric quality is genuinely excellent — particularly on their Define and Interval lines. The material is thick, opaque, and recovers its shape well after extended use.
The main downside is price — most ECHT items push $100 or beyond, especially leggings and hoodies. But their shorts ($70–$85) and tees ($55–$70) sit within the under-$100 bracket and represent strong value at that price point.
3. Gymshark — Best brand recognition
Gymshark's quality is solid and the range is extensive, but the Australian buying experience is friction-heavy: ships from the UK, returns cost money, and sizing runs small without consistency across ranges. For Australians, local alternatives offer similar or better quality with fewer headaches.
Where Gymshark wins is on sales — their Black Friday and mid-year events often hit 40% off, which significantly improves their value proposition. If you're patient and know your size, Gymshark on sale is hard to beat.
4. 2XU — Best for performance training
2XU is an Australian brand built around compression technology. If you're doing endurance training, running, or recovery-focused work, 2XU's compression tights and shorts have genuine functional value. For casual gym work or aesthetics, you're paying a premium for technology you may not need.
Their base range sits around $80–$100 for tights and shorts, with compression-specific items pushing higher. Available at major Australian retailers including Rebel Sport and JD Sports.
5. Lorna Jane — Best women's range
Lorna Jane is Brisbane-founded and focuses almost exclusively on women's activewear. Their range is extensive, their stores are Australia-wide, and the ability to try before you buy puts them ahead of online-only brands on fit. Quality is good but not exceptional at the price point — their items frequently appear on sale at 30–50% off, which is when they're genuinely worth buying.
Bottom line
For pure value: Muscle Nation. Solid quality at honest prices, ships from Australia, and runs great sales.
For the best quality under $100: ECHT shorts and tees. Push the budget slightly but the construction justifies it.
For brand prestige on a budget: Gymshark on sale. Set a price alert and wait for their major sale events.
For performance training: 2XU compression if you actually need compression. Otherwise stick to the options above.