Under Armour used to be one of the fastest-growing sportswear brands in the world.
But in 2025, many people are asking: Is Under Armour losing popularity? Or is it just evolving?
As someone who works inside the fitness apparel manufacturing industry, I’ve seen the brand from both consumer and production perspectives.
Here’s a simple breakdown with real insights.
Yes and no.
Under Armour isn’t as trendy as it was between 2014–2017, and its sales growth has slowed.
However:
✅ It is still a top performance brand in training, military, and American football.
✅ It remains strong in compression gear, HeatGear, and ColdGear technology.
❌ But it has lost lifestyle and fashion appeal compared to Nike, Adidas, and Lululemon.
| Reason | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Too Performance-Focused | Great for athletes, but not trendy enough for lifestyle or streetwear. |
| Fewer Fashion Collaborations | Nike and Adidas work with celebrities; UA rarely does. |
| Marketing Shift | Less influencer presence on Instagram/TikTok compared to Nike/Gymshark. |
| Stronger Competition | Nike, Adidas, Lululemon, and Gymshark expanded faster in womenswear. |
👉 Under Armour is still respected by serious athletes, even if it’s not the most fashionable.
| Brand | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| Nike | Lifestyle + performance + celebrity collaborations | More expensive |
| Adidas | Fashion + streetwear + Yeezy heritage | Less compression technology |
| Under Armour | Pure performance, compression, endurance sports | Less trendy, limited lifestyle appeal |
| User Type | Best Option |
|---|---|
| Gym athletes, runners, military trainers | ✅ Under Armour |
| Fashion & streetwear lovers | ➝ Nike / Adidas / Lululemon |
| Yoga & athleisure wear fans | ➝ Lululemon / Alo Yoga |
| Budget but want performance | ✅ Under Armour |
| Starting your own brand | ➝ Work with OEM like FuKi Gymwear |
I’ve developed compression fabrics and performance leggings for clients inspired by Under Armour. Here’s the truth:
| Factor | Under Armour | OEM Manufacturers (like FuKi Gymwear) |
|---|---|---|
| Compression Tech | Strong, muscle-focused | Can be reproduced 80–90% similar |
| Fabric Type | HeatGear, ColdGear, breathable mesh | Nylon/Spandex + moisture-wicking |
| MOQ | Very high (3,000–5,000 pcs) | Low MOQ (100 pcs) |
| Branding | Built over 20 years | You can build your own with custom OEM |
💡 Under Armour may be less trendy, but its technical approach still inspires many new fitness brands.
Q1: Is Under Armour still popular in 2025?
Yes, but mainly among athletes — not in mainstream fashion.
Q2: Why did Under Armour lose hype?
Because it focused on performance, while consumers shifted to lifestyle and athleisure.
Q3: Is Under Armour better than Nike?
For performance compression and weather gear — yes. For lifestyle and fashion — Nike wins.
Q4: Does Under Armour still make good quality products?
Absolutely. Their technical fabrics are still industry-leading.
At FuKiGymwear.com, we help new sportswear brands create products inspired by Under Armour’s compression and Nike’s style.
We offer:
💡 If you're starting a fitness brand, we help you design, manufacture, and launch — all in one place.
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