I'm new to this type of belt so I took a chance on trying several brands, obviously from different sellers. First the belt. Chaoren belts come in two sizes: 1 1/8 and 1 3/8. I find the smaller of the two much more comfortable and practical. The wide one is too heavy. In general, Chaoren belts are the best in my opinion simply because their measurements are accurate; In addition, they offer what is known as a "snap buckle" which is much lighter than your normal buckle and is easier to release. In the future I will only buy these belts.