The 10 Best Wetsuits for Women of 2023
By: Jack Mace: Surf Buyer | June 09, 2023
As the popularity of cold-water surfing grows, we’re starting to see an expansion of options for women’s specific wetsuits. This is a welcome change, as the offerings in this realm have been a bit thin in the past. As usual, you’ll want to do a little research into the water temps at your local break or surf trip destination before choosing a wetsuit. We’ve got offerings that will stave off a morning chill in SoCal or Baja, all the way to hooded 5/4s capable of keeping you warm during winter swells on the East Coast.
New This Year:
Most of the offerings on this list are fairly easy on the wallet, meaning you’ll have some extra cash for a breakfast burrito on the way to the break! Additionally, all of the best women’s wetsuits feature a women’s specific fit, and one is even from a brand that only makes women's wetsuits. So grab your neoprene ladies and meet us at the beach, any time of year!
This Year's Best Women's Wetsuits:
XCEL 5/4 Infiniti Hooded
When the Halloween candy's all gone, the Thanksgiving turkey's done and dusted, and holiday carolers are the jam of the week, less motivated surfers call it a season in the northern latitudes. But not you! No, you know your XCEL 5/4 Infiniti Hooded Wetsuit will help you catch those empty waves when they're at their best. Purpose built for just such a mission, this is a full suit for the frostiest among us.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 5/4 mm | Chest Zip | $419.95 |
Rip Curl 5/4 Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Hooded
If you're a cold water surfer who gets their kicks on big, frosty swells, then the Rip Curl 5/4 Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit is your everyday aquatic skin. Made of flexible E5 Neoprene and backed by E5 flash lining and E4 thermo lining, you'll be as warm and toasty as the trail of fire you left behind you on the wave.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 5/4 mm | Back Zip | $319.95 |
Sisstrevolution 5/4 7 Seas Chest Zip
Who said surfing had to stop in September? Is that a rule? We can't find it in the surfing handbook so screw it, grab the Sisstrevolution 5/4 7 Seas Chest Zip Wetsuit and go get some. This suit is custom made for ladies who don't give a hoot what the calendar says, and who know a good swell when they see it. Super Stretch neoprene makes paddling a breeze, with a thermal hollow fiber lining that insulates well and dries super fast. Head out, suit up and get ready for a taste of crisp, frothy waves.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 5/4 mm | Chest Zip | $265.00 |
O'Neill 4/3+ Hyperfreak Chest Zip
The last thing you want when the waves are firing is to cut your surf session short because you're cold. The O'Neill 4/3+ Hyperfreak Chest Zip Wetsuit offers supreme warmth and flexibility for frigid water, perfect for snagging epic winter waves that lesser mortals dare not ride. Made with TechnoButter 3 neoprene and fully sealed with TB3X seam tape, the Hyperfreak 4/3+ is light, stretchy and super comfortable.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 4/3.5 mm | Chest Zip | $379.95 |
Rip Curl 4/3 Dawn Patrol Chest Zip
The Rip Curl 4/3 Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit is a standout day-in, day-out. It's warm, stretchy, and uses some of Rip Curl's highest quality Neoprene and thermal lining compounds. With high-end features and low key style, this wetsuit provides some of the best value around.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 4/3 mm | Chest Zip | $269.95 |
O'Neill 4/3 Epic Back Zip
Stay happy as a clam in the O'Neill 4/3 Epic Back Zip Wetsuit. Borrowing features from O'Neill's high-end Psycho series, but keeping a lower price tag, the Epic now has a fully adjustable and watertight neck seal, a Covert Blackout Zip and FluidFlex™ Firewall chest and back panels. Together, all this tech works hard to keep you warm and prevent flushing. Shred some epic in the women's Epic 4/3 Wetsuit from O'Neill.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 4/3 mm | Back Zip | $229.95 |
Sisstrevolution 3/2 Summer Seas Back Zip
TGet out there in the Sisstrevolution 3/2 Summer Seas Back Zip Wetsuit. Print or solid, this one's as fun as you are. The back zip is easy to pull on and off, the cuffs and neck resist flushing, and the fit is nice too. This is a true 3/2mm suit made for hitting the waves in warmer waters.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 3/2 mm | Back Zip | $159.50 |
Billabong 3/2 Synergy Back Zip
Whether you're a more casual surfer or just getting your feet wet (literally) with the sport, the Billabong 3/2 Synergy Back Zip Wetsuit gives you everything you need at an incredible value. Made from a stretchy and eco-conscious Superlight neoprene with a Graphene recycler lining and GBS seams, the 3/2 Synergy Back Zip Wetsuit offers warmth without the bulk while the back zip entry system allows for easier on/off.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 3/2 mm | Back Zip | $199.95 |
O'Neill Bahia 2/1mm Front Zip Short Sleeve Springsuit
Hitting the bank on a spin cycle is guaranteed to put you through a ride that your bikini won't be able to handle. Save yourself from the frantic after-wave adjustments and opt-in for serious security with the O'Neill Bahia 2/1mm Front Zip Short Sleeve Springsuit. Made with Ultraflex neoprene, this stretchy suit moves with you freely while tightly woven neoprene keeps a little extra heat at your core. Made to keep you protected from your board, the waves, and the sun, this suit will be your best friend for those upcoming sessions.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 2/1 mm | Front Zip | $119.95 |
O'Neill 3/2 Ninja Chest Zip
Going for a surf in the O'Neill 3/2 Ninja Chest Zip Wetsuit might mean your most comfortable surf in a wetsuit to date. The UltraFlex neoprene is super stretchy and durable, and the F.U.Z.E. chest zip closure keeps the user moving with unrestricted flexibility. For additional comfort, the Ninja Chest Zip Wetsuit has strategic seamless paddle zones to ensure comfort and performance.
| Thickness | Entry Style | Original Price |
| 3/2 mm | Chest Zip | $289.95 |
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- Surf Traction Pads - How to Apply
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- Wetsuits - Repair and Care Guide
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The Selection Process:
Our surf buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things surfing stemming from years of experience in the surf industry in tandem with their countless hours out in the water catching waves 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.
Jack Mace
Hey there! I'm Jack Mace, the Surf Buyer at evo.com. Born and raised in Washington, I developed a love for the outdoors and water activities like surfing during my childhood summers spent on the water and in the mountains. My passion for surfing grew while attending Western Washington University in Bellingham, where I'd hit the waves at local spots like La Push and Westport Jetty with friends on weekends.
After moving back to Seattle, I worked as a sailing instructor at my cousin's rental shop on Lake Union before joining the evo family in 2012. Starting in customer service, I eventually found my way to the merchandising team, where I could turn my passion for the outdoors and surfing into a fulfilling career as the Surf Buyer.
I live in Seattle with my wife, our two sons, and our pup Mac.