Our verdict
The Fly Fit Tees and Buck Mason are close. We gave the Fly Fit Tees a slight edge at 8.5/10 over the Buck Mason at 8/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. Not the fanciest tee we've tested, but at this price they're the easy yes.
Our pick
Fly Fit Tees
Starting at ~$16
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Buck Mason
$45
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| Attribute | Fly Fit Tees | Buck Mason |
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| Our rating | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| Price | Starting at ~$16 | $45 |
| Best for | Not the fanciest tee we've tested, but at this price they're the easy yes. | After 7+ years of testing, Buck Mason is our go-to brand for timeless, durable men's basics—the Tri-Blend Tees especially are worth buying in bulk. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Fly Fit Tees if…
Not the fanciest tee we've tested, but at this price they're the easy yes.
- Holds shape and doesn't fade after repeated washing
- Comfortable, flattering fit across body types
Choose the Buck Mason if…
After 7+ years of testing, Buck Mason is our go-to brand for timeless, durable men's basics—the Tri-Blend Tees especially are worth buying in bulk.
- Tri-Blend Tees: perfect weight, comfort, durability with zero quality issues
- American-made construction
Why we rate them this way
Fly Fit Tees — 8.5/10
Not the fanciest tee we've tested, but at this price they're the easy yes.
What we liked: Holds shape and doesn't fade after repeated washing, Comfortable, flattering fit across body types, Great value—undercuts True Classic and Fresh Clean Tees, Soft, breathable 60/40 cotton-poly blend with minimal static cling, Durable—survives laundry without stretching.
Worth knowing: Limited brand recognition compared to established competitors, Limited color selection and specific shades may not be available, Sizing can be unpredictable—careful size chart review needed, Minimalist design (logo-free, no graphics) may not appeal to graphic tee fans.
Buck Mason — 8/10
After 7+ years of testing, Buck Mason is our go-to brand for timeless, durable men's basics—the Tri-Blend Tees especially are worth buying in bulk.
What we liked: Tri-Blend Tees: perfect weight, comfort, durability with zero quality issues, American-made construction, Timeless, versatile basics that mix-and-match seamlessly, Durable and easy-care fabrics, Sustainable manufacturing practices.
Worth knowing: Not high-performance like Mizzen+Main or Duer, Limited physical store locations (CA and NY only), Button-up shirts wrinkle easily and require ironing, Jeans lack stretch compared to newer brands.
On price, the Fly Fit Tees is the cheaper pick at Starting at ~$16, versus $45 — a difference of about $29.
Common questions
Is the Fly Fit Tees or the Buck Mason better?
We rated the Fly Fit Tees 8.5/10 and the Buck Mason 8/10, so we lean Fly Fit Tees — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
Which is cheaper, the Fly Fit Tees or the Buck Mason?
The Fly Fit Tees is the cheaper of the two at Starting at ~$16, versus $45.
What's the difference between the Fly Fit Tees and the Buck Mason?
Short version — Fly Fit Tees: Not the fanciest tee we've tested, but at this price they're the easy yes. Buck Mason: After 7+ years of testing, Buck Mason is our go-to brand for timeless, durable men's basics—the Tri-Blend Tees especially are worth buying in bulk.