xSuit 5.0 vs xSuit 4.0: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The xSuit 4.0 and xSuit 5.0 are close. We gave the xSuit 4.0 a slight edge at 9/10 over the xSuit 5.0 at 8.5/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. Top pick in performance suits at $499 — machine washable, 8-way stretch fabric makes it ideal for travelers.

Side by side

AttributexSuit 4.0xSuit 5.0
Our rating9/108.5/10
Price$599$599
Best forTop pick in performance suits at $499 — machine washable, 8-way stretch fabric makes it ideal for travelers.The xSuit 5.0 is our top pick for frequent travelers who need a suit that survives long flights without dry-cleaning.
Standouts
  • Machine washable with no dry cleaning needed
  • 8-way stretch fabric for superior comfort
  • Wrinkle-resistant and packable for travel
  • Excellent value at $499 for the features
  • Anti-stain properties for durability
  • 30% better wrinkle resistance than 4.0, wears fresh from luggage
  • Fully machine-washable, no dry cleaning needed
  • 8-way stretch wool blend maintains traditional wool appearance
  • Superior breathability, odor resistance, and durability vs. previous models
  • Pick stitching lapels and premium buttons elevate sophistication
Watch-outs
  • Heavier weight than some alternatives
  • Branded buttons may not appeal to all
None we flagged

Which one is right for you?

Choose the xSuit 4.0 if…

Top pick in performance suits at $499 — machine washable, 8-way stretch fabric makes it ideal for travelers.

  • Machine washable with no dry cleaning needed
  • 8-way stretch fabric for superior comfort
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Choose the xSuit 5.0 if…

The xSuit 5.0 is our top pick for frequent travelers who need a suit that survives long flights without dry-cleaning.

  • 30% better wrinkle resistance than 4.0, wears fresh from luggage
  • Fully machine-washable, no dry cleaning needed
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Why we rate them this way

xSuit 4.0 — 9/10

Top pick in performance suits at $499 — machine washable, 8-way stretch fabric makes it ideal for travelers.

What we liked: Machine washable with no dry cleaning needed, 8-way stretch fabric for superior comfort, Wrinkle-resistant and packable for travel, Excellent value at $499 for the features, Anti-stain properties for durability.

Worth knowing: Heavier weight than some alternatives, Branded buttons may not appeal to all.

xSuit 5.0 — 8.5/10

The xSuit 5.0 is our top pick for frequent travelers who need a suit that survives long flights without dry-cleaning.

What we liked: 30% better wrinkle resistance than 4.0, wears fresh from luggage, Fully machine-washable, no dry cleaning needed, 8-way stretch wool blend maintains traditional wool appearance, Superior breathability, odor resistance, and durability vs. previous models, Pick stitching lapels and premium buttons elevate sophistication.

On price, both land at about $599.

Common questions

Is the xSuit 4.0 or the xSuit 5.0 better?

We rated the xSuit 4.0 9/10 and the xSuit 5.0 8.5/10, so we lean xSuit 4.0 — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).

Which is cheaper, the xSuit 4.0 or the xSuit 5.0?

They're priced about the same — both around $599.

What's the difference between the xSuit 4.0 and the xSuit 5.0?

Short version — xSuit 4.0: Top pick in performance suits at $499 — machine washable, 8-way stretch fabric makes it ideal for travelers. xSuit 5.0: The xSuit 5.0 is our top pick for frequent travelers who need a suit that survives long flights without dry-cleaning.

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