Cheaper alternatives to 686

Updated September 2026 · 10 ranked picks
A man wearing a brown camo print 686 snowboard jacket with black gloves and beanie

Want the 686 look for less? These 10 brands match closely on style, silhouette and category while sitting at a lower price tier — ranked by overall similarity.

A man wearing Oakley sunglasses and branded hoodie
#5

Oakley

80% match
Outdoor / Technical$$ · CheaperLake Forest, United States · est. 1975Made in Italy, China

Californian sport-performance eyewear and apparel brand, part of EssilorLuxottica, known for Prizm lenses and Frogskins, Holbrook and Sutro frames.

Why it's similar. Both brands create specialized technical apparel and accessories aimed at outdoor enthusiasts and athletes.

On saleUp to 60% off at END. and SSENSE.See sales →
A white pair of Salomon Xt-6 shoes with purple and green details
#8

Salomon

76% match
Outdoor / Technical$$ · CheaperAnnecy, France · est. 1947Made in Vietnam, China

French outdoor brand from Annecy known for ski and trail-running gear, whose XT-6 and Speedcross shoes became gorpcore streetwear staples.

Why it's similar. Both brands offer technical apparel and footwear designed for outdoor sports, including skiing.

On saleUp to 53% off at Rooney and SSENSE.See sales →

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A man wearing a bright Red Helly Hanson winter Jacket with matching red pants and a black beanie
#14

Helly Hanson

$$$ · CheaperMoss, Norway · est. 1877Made in China

Norwegian outdoor, sailing and workwear brand founded in 1877, acquired by Wrangler owner Kontoor Brands from Canadian Tire in May 2025.

What changes. Sailing/workwear heritage, broader categories, less snowboard culture

A man wearing a black vans t-shirt with black vans shoes with the classic white stripe
#15

VANS

$$ · CheaperAnaheim, United States · est. 1966Made in China, Vietnam

American skate footwear and apparel brand, founded in Anaheim in 1966 and owned by VF Corporation, known for the Old Skool and Sk8-Hi.

On saleUp to 50% off at Hatchet Outdoor Supply Co., END. and 1 more.See sales →
A man wearing a DC Thrasher collaboration camo hoodie
#16

DC Shoes

$$ · CheaperHuntington Beach, United States · est. 1994Made in Vietnam, China +1 more

American skate and snowboard footwear brand founded in 1994, now owned by Authentic Brands Group and operated through licensees.

A man wearing a HUF vest in the style of Ferris Bueller with black slacks and black loafers
#17

Huf

$$ · CheaperSan Francisco, United States · est. 2002Made in China

HUF is a skate and streetwear brand founded in San Francisco in 2002 by pro skateboarder Keith Hufnagel, now owned by Japan's TSI Holdings.

A man wearing a Volcom logo icon t-shirt in white and sunglasses
#18

Volcom

$$ · CheaperCosta Mesa, United States · est. 1991Made in China, India

Costa Mesa boardsports apparel brand known for the Stone logo, boardshorts and snow outerwear, now owned by Authentic Brands Group.

A man wearing a Billabong outfit sitting outside with a surf board
#20

Billabong

$$ · CheaperGold Coast, Australia · est. 1973Made in China, Vietnam +1 more

Australian surf brand from 1973, known for triple-stitched boardshorts, wetsuits and beach-print casualwear; now owned and licensed by Authentic Brands Group.

On saleUp to 50% off at REVOLVR Menswear.See sales →
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What are the best cheaper alternatives to 686?

Oakley, Salomon, Cotopaxi lead our ranking. Want the 686 look for less? These 10 brands match closely on style, silhouette and category while sitting at a lower price tier — ranked by overall similarity.

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