Our verdict
Between the xSuit 5.0 and the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer, we lean toward the xSuit 5.0 — we rated it 9/10 versus 3.5/10. Top pick for business travelers: TechWool's wrinkle resistance and machine-washability justify the $499 investment.
Our pick
xSuit 5.0
$599
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(Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer
$350
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| Attribute | xSuit 5.0 | (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 3.5/10 |
| Price | $599 | $350 |
| Best for | Top pick for business travelers: TechWool's wrinkle resistance and machine-washability justify the $499 investment. | Dry-clean-only requirement and 2-way stretch don't justify the cost against machine-washable travel suits, despite solid quality. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the xSuit 5.0 if…
Top pick for business travelers: TechWool's wrinkle resistance and machine-washability justify the $499 investment.
- 30% better wrinkle resistance vs. xSuit 4.0
- Machine-washable—eliminates dry cleaning
Choose the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer if…
Dry-clean-only requirement and 2-way stretch don't justify the cost against machine-washable travel suits, despite solid quality.
- sleek, modern appearance
- high-quality materials
Why we rate them this way
xSuit 5.0 — 9/10
Top pick for business travelers: TechWool's wrinkle resistance and machine-washability justify the $499 investment.
What we liked: 30% better wrinkle resistance vs. xSuit 4.0, Machine-washable—eliminates dry cleaning, 8-way stretch TechWool for flexibility, Refined wool aesthetic with modern comfort, 50% greater durability than previous models.
(Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer — 3.5/10
Dry-clean-only requirement and 2-way stretch don't justify the cost against machine-washable travel suits, despite solid quality.
What we liked: sleek, modern appearance, high-quality materials, moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating, wrinkle-resistant performance, comfortable 2-way stretch design.
Worth knowing: dry clean only (dealbreaker), only 2-way stretch vs 4-way competitors, time-consuming and expensive dry cleaning, less versatile than travel suit alternatives.
On price, the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer is the cheaper pick at $350, versus $599 — a difference of about $249.
Common questions
Is the xSuit 5.0 or the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer better?
We rated the xSuit 5.0 9/10 and the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer 3.5/10, so we lean xSuit 5.0 — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
Which is cheaper, the xSuit 5.0 or the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer?
The (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer is the cheaper of the two at $350, versus $599.
What's the difference between the xSuit 5.0 and the (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer?
Short version — xSuit 5.0: Top pick for business travelers: TechWool's wrinkle resistance and machine-washability justify the $499 investment. (Re)Announcing the Mizzen and Main Blazer: Dry-clean-only requirement and 2-way stretch don't justify the cost against machine-washable travel suits, despite solid quality.