Everyone demands something different from their lingerie; sometimes you want pretty, and other times you just want the reassurance that everything will stay in place. That's where control undies come into play. A merger between panties and shapewear, they lend the body contouring of traditional shapewear with the pared-down sleekness of panties. I loathe the constrictive nature of shapewear (I openly avoid it at all costs!), so tummy control underwear has been a godsend for me whenever my outfit requires a seamless look underneath.
Because a personal recommendation is always the best endorsement—especially when it comes to lingerie—I took to the review sections of our favorite places to discover which pairs of tummy control underwear rise to the top. After mining hundreds of reviews (and scrolling just as many pages), we've found the best 24 pairs of control panties on the internet. Whether you're on a budget or have specific fit needs, keep scrolling ahead to find your next wardrobe solution.
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Saying I love these is an understatement. Being six months postpartum, a lot of jeans are tighter and my leggings show my tummy, but these made it disappear, I'm not even kidding. For me, I give this product a 10/10 and I already want more." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 starsReview Highlight: "This is a great everyday shapewear piece that is perfect for these warmer months. I wear shapewear almost every day and this high-waisted panty goes great under jeans, dresses, and leggings. It’s light and still gives plenty of shaping." — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "I am over 60 and needed a thong for the "no line" undergarment. This fit the bill as it is modest (my age group), yet sexy (hey, I still got it going on) and showed no panty line in my dress. LOVE IT!" — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 starsReview Highlight: "I don't need too much in regards to shapewear, so this brief by Leonisa, is perfect for me. It has just enough spandex. I don't know that I'm wearing it, which is what I love!" — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "These have good control and are stylish at the same time. Even though they are expensive, they are not your normal brief." — Natori reviewer
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "This was pretty, comfortable, and functional. It didn’t bunch up or roll down as I wore it throughout the day. I typically stay away from tummy control products as they can be restricting, but this was very comfortable to wear. My go to for a night out or my work day." — Target reviewer
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Well made and does a good job of giving a clean line underneath clothes. Worth the price." — Bare Necessities reviewer
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Comfortable and sexy, very happy with the way it looks and feels. Lots of compliments!" — Bare Necessities reviewer
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "These were much higher waisted than my usual underwear or even than the pictures on the website, but I love them so much I decided to get them in 2 colors even though I don't have matching bras for them. I am always so disappointed by plus size underwear or swimsuits that have a cute print or lace on the front and then plain and boring in the back–but not these! They are full coverage so I don't feel like I have to tug on anything, and the fishnet-looking fabric is not scratchy at all." — Bare Necessities reviewer
Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "These are the first shapers I've found that are actually comfortable to wear, while still being nice and supportive, and there are no panty lines! Easy enough to take on and off, yet they stay put when on, no rolling down. They are more pricey but very well designed, nice quality and worth the price. Glad I splurged on these." — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "These are perfect for shorter skirts and shorts! I’ve been the proud owner of Spanx shorts forever! But tried wearing them with a pair of high wasted shorts but they were peaking out the bottom when I would cross my legs. So I’m saving my shape shorts for dresses and skirts and these hipster panties for shorts and rompers!" — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "This is a perfect undergarment to get a smooth look without too much compression. It is the perfect panty to wear with knit dresses and tight pants. No panty lines at all." — Bloomingdale's reviewer
Rating: 3.9 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "This panty fits like a glove and holds in all the stuff it's made to hold in. With this underneath, I can wear my tightest clothing and feel super controlled. Best shapewear underwear I have yet to find." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 starsReview Highlight: "They are comfortable and fit just as I expected. I love the Bali brand. It seems to have a long life and is normally fairly decently priced." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "As a plus-size woman, it is hard to find underwear that is comfortable, breathable, and looks good, in the event someone does see it, LOL. But these panties are so thin and soft and comfortable, but super DURABLE!" — SKIMS reviewer
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Washes nicely and did not shrink. Comfortable fit." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "I have returned so many control panties that did not stay up, or caused bulges under clothing. These stay up and are smoothly under everything, no cling, no tight squeeze, just even control. We need more control panties like these! These are perfect!" — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 3.3 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "I have a colostomy and it is nearly impossible to find a light support panty that has enough "give" to accommodate my appliance yet still offers support. I think this is the one! The high waist is a bonus. Doesn't roll at waist and doesn't ride up in back." — Lane Bryant reviewer
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "I love the fit and feel of these. I am slowly getting rid of all my others and replacing them with these." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "I love how it fits on my body. I am six months postpartum and after pregnancy, it left me with some belly. And these undies make everything looks so much better. I just bought three more of them." — Victoria's Secret reviewer
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Every aspect of this undergarment fits. The waistband is snug but not binding. It's a little lighter than shapewear but gives a comfortable sense of stability for everyday wear. The leg openings are also comfortable and I am not having any problem with them inching up or down. I've laundered them regularly since purchase, and they are holding up well with no shrinkage or distortion." — Amazon reviewer
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "It holds you in great. I would say its comparable to Skims. It also has silicone around the edge of the bottom and boning in the back so it makes your butt look nice, too. I recommend!" — Bare Necessities reviewer
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Shapemint is the best at smoothing you out and making you feel comfortable in your clothes. The only brand that love and makes me feel better when I have them on. Definitely would recommend to anyone." — Nordstrom reviewer
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
Review Highlight: "Honestly these are a minor miracle for me because they’re giving me the same amount of control as other more intense foundation garments I’ve tried, only these are WAY more comfortable. I actually feel like I could wear these on a daily basis and not just suffer through them for a special occasion." — Amazon reviewer
