As someone who works from home, I pretty much live in leggings, and as someone who shops for a living, I’ve tried my fair share of them. My Lululemon Align leggings have been my go-tos for nearly a year now, and I’ve been thinking about getting a few more pairs to add to my rotation. But after seeing so many reviewers call their Colorfulkoala leggings an Align lookalike and hearing that my coworker loves a different pair from the brand, I thought I’d give them a try to see if I can get the same comfort and support for a fraction of the price. Read on to see how the affordable Amazon option compares to my beloved Lulus.
The matchup:
Both leggings are machine-washable, and while Lululemon says you can tumble dry the Aligns on low heat, I think they last longer if you let them air dry. I have accidentally put them in the dryer a few times with all my other clothes and it has made them pill — which is annoying, especially for the price. I’ve also thrown the Colorfulkoalas in the dryer with other items to see how they would hold up, and I was pleasantly surprised that they looked good as new. So they definitely have the edge on easy cleaning.
My verdict
If you want to wear leggings that are so soft and cozy that you forget you’re wearing bottoms, Lululemon Aligns are worth the splurge. But if you’re just looking for a comfy pair that looks identical in photos for less than a quarter of the price, the Colorfulkoalas are a great choice — just read the sizing chart and consider sizing down.
