The 10 Best Value Snowboards of 2023
By: Brittany Mellander: Assistant Snowboard Buyer | February 06, 2023
Ready to hit the slopes but don't want to break the bank? Look no further as we've compiled our list of the best value snowboards. And no worries about your skill level. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, there's a snowboard for everyone. The best budget snowboards offer a well-rounded ride at an unbeatable price without sacrificing quality by finding the perfect balance of performance and cost.
New This Year:
Snowboarders shopping for lower price point boards benefit as technologies and materials from the previous year's top-end models trickle down. For instance, Salomon now offers a stone finish on their lower-priced snowboards’ bases which will improve speed and glide across different snow types. So grab your boots, wax your board, and get ready to shred! The best affordable snowboards ease up on the wallet, so you aren’t held back from shredding the mountain.
Salomon Sight X
The Salomon Sight X Snowboard has a crystal clear mission statement - deliver the goods, no matter what. And boy, does it deliver. This versatile directional twin works across a wide range of conditions from pow to corduroy, with a tough Aspen core and forgiving Quadratic sidecut that makes each turn better than the last. Featuring an exclusive graphic found only at evo, the Sight X has the X factor you're looking for.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker/Camber/Rocker | Directional Twin | $349.95 |
Nitro Prime Raw
The Nitro Prime Raw Snowboard is a quiver busting all mountain ripper for riders seeking one board to rule them all. A directional twin shape combines with Nitro's snappy Power Core construction and Flat Out rocker profile for a versatile ride that serves up the goods in any conditions.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker/Flat/Rocker | Directional Twin | $329.95 |
Salomon Lotus X - Women's
The Salomon Lotus X Snowboard is a capable, all-terrain companion for shredders of all abilities. Its forgiving flex and Bite Free edges are right on the money whether you're an experienced rider who loves the feel of a softer board, or a newbie hitting the slopes on day one. Either way, the Lotus X will encourage your riding to bloom and reach its full potential. This model features a special edition graphic, only available at evo.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Flat/Camber/Flat | Directional Twin | $299.95 |
Salomon Pulse
The Salomon Pulse Snowboard is forgiving on your turns and your wallet. The soft flex and Flat Out Camber are perfect for beginners, encouraging progression while giving new boarders much-needed stability. Bite Free Edges help avoid painful biffs and the Directional Twin shape allows new riders to ride switch when they're learning to link turns. Don't let an advanced board inhibit your progress - start your snow sliding journey with a board that'll keep things fun and easy.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Flat/Camber/Flat | Directional Twin | $349.95 |
Burton Stylus - Women's
Put your stylus to the canvas and make your mark. The Burton Stylus Snowboard is an easygoing tool for getting the hang of snowboarding, and provides plenty of performance so the fun doesn't stop once you start shredding. A flat base, forgiving flex, twin shape, and Easy Bevel edges make it easy to initiate turns, hard to accidentally catch an edge, and almost impossible to wipe the huge smile off your face.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker/Flat/Rocker | True Twin | $399.95 |
Roxy Raina LTD - Women's
The Roxy Raina LTD Snowboard is custom made for riders progressing from zero to shred. Combining top shelf features like C2 Contour Technology and Magne-Traction® edges with a soft, easygoing flex, the Raina is a beginner friendly package that won't hold you back when you slide into more challenging terrain. Now featured in true evo style thanks to this exclusive topsheet!
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Camber/Rocker/Camber | Directional Twin | $399.99 |
Sims Bowl Squad
The Sims Bowl Squad Snowboard is a smooth and soft flexing ride with a forgiving personality, perfect for getting you from zero to sixty in no time flat. This lightweight true twin shape isn't only great as a beginner tool but will likely stay in your quiver as you progress to learning tricks in the park and start to master airs.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Camber | True Twin | $370 |
Nidecker Venus SE - Women's
An all-mountain ripper of a board with no bad habits, the Nidecker Venus SE Snowboard doesn't snore or leave its clothes lying in the hallway. All it does is handle all manner of snow and terrain with a lively, poppy personality that makes snowboarding fun day in and day out. Directional CamRock delivers the perfect mix of edgehold and surfiness, and a flex of "6" is a great compromise between "surfy" and "chargey". Decked out with a special edition evo topsheet, the Nidecker Venus SE Snowboard will turn heads on the slopes and lift line alike.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker/Camber/Rocker | Directional Twin | $399.95 |
K2 Raygun Pop
The K2 Raygun Pop Snowboard takes the do-everything shape and lightweight construction of the Raygun board and gives it more energy and, well, "pop" by adding camber between your bindings. The Aspen core and ICG™ 10 Carbon Glass construction is all there, but the Raygun Pop gives you a serious boost when hitting those features.
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker/Camber/Rocker | Directional Twin | $419.95 |
Arbor Foundation
They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. And for snowboarding, that first step is a heck of a lot easier on the Arbor Foundation Snowboard. This aptly named snowboard is the perfect platform on which to perfect the craft of sliding sideways on frozen water. It has a fully rockered profile, which means the edges curve away from the snow instead of towards it, so turn initiation is easy and catch free. The flex of the board is smooth and soft for easy rideability, and the build itself is done as sustainably as possible, which doesn't do anything to make the board easier to ride, but does make it easier for all of us to keep riding further into the future, so that's a big win for everyone!
| Rocker Type | Shape | Original Price |
| Rocker | Directional Twin | $399.99 |
Learn More With Our Other Snowboard Guides:
Snowboards - Snowboard Rocker Explained
Snowboards - Kids' Snowboards Size Chart
Snowboards - How to Choose a Freestyle Park Setup
Snowboards - How to Choose Snowboard Shapes
Asymmetrical Snowboard Shapes Guide
Snowboard Boots - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Snowboard Boots - How to Put on & Fit
Snowboard Bindings - How to Choose & Compatibility Guide
Snowboard Bindings – How To Set Up
How to Wax a Snowboard
Socks - How to Choose Snowboard Socks
Gloves & Mittens - How to Choose
Goggles - How to Choose
Goggles - Wearing Goggles with Glasses
Helmets - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Outerwear - What to Wear Snowboarding
Outerwear - How to Wash Waterproof Jackets & Clothing
Outerwear - Regional Snowboard Guide
Snowboard Socks - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Snowboarding - How to Get in Shape
Travel - How to Fly with Snowboards
Splitboarding - Board and Binding Weight Chart
Avalanche Probes - How to Choose
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Beacon
Backcountry - Climbing Skins Size Guide
Backcountry - How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry - How to Choose Climbing Skins
Backcountry Backpacks - How to Choose
Backcountry Basics - How to Get Started
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The Selection Process:
Our snowboard buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things snowboarding stemming from years of experience in the snowboard industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Brittany Mellander
Hey everyone I’m the Assistant Snowboard Buyer here at evo! Like many in the industry, I've always been active. Growing up on the beaches of Southern California, skating and surfing were a part of my life, so when I picked a snow sport at the age of 8, snowboarding was a no-brainer! I always enjoyed boarding but really found my passion for it in college where I joined the ski & snowboard club spending most weekends and holidays going up to Big Bear and MT High. After college, I enjoyed the ski bum life for a year in Mammoth as a lift operator before an injury cut my time there short. Shortly after, I found myself with the opportunity to move up to Washington to be closer to the mountains and nature.
About 7 years ago when I first moved up here I knew with my background that working in a ski and snowboard shop was the right move. I was a snowboard sales associate at a shop for about 3 years before joining the evo Seattle store. There I helped train snowboard department new hires and honed my bootfitting skills. I most recently joined the snowboard buying team last October and love that I’ve landed a career in snowboarding and still have the opportunity to get plenty of days on the hill!