Best Custom Embroidered T-Shirts for Businesses

The best custom embroidered t-shirts for businesses depend on how your team actually wears them, but a few standouts cover most needs. The Port & Company Essential Tee is the safest, most affordable pick with the widest color selection, the Sport-Tek PosiCharge Competitor Tee suits active or outdoor teams who need moisture-wicking fabric, and the Carhartt Workwear Pocket Tee holds up on job sites. For softer, more premium apparel, the Port & Company Ring Spun Cotton Tee is worth the small upgrade, the Hanes Beefy-T Long Sleeve covers cooler months, and the Port & Company Tall Essential Tee fits taller employees in the same colors as the rest of the team.

T-Shirts Are the First Thing Everyone Asks For

Somebody always asks for shirts, and a t-shirt is usually the first thing that comes to mind. They're affordable, comfortable, and easy to hand out at an event or wear on a job site. The tricky part is that a t-shirt looks simple until you're choosing between an $18 basic tee and a $36 workwear pocket tee, and both claim to be exactly what your team needs.

We embroider every t-shirt we sell, so here are six picks from our men's t-shirt collection that cover most of what businesses actually order.

Does Embroidery Work on T-Shirts?

Yes, though it takes a bit more care than a polo. T-shirt fabric is usually a lighter knit, so a stabilizer backing goes behind the fabric during stitching to keep the logo from puckering. Heavier cotton styles, like the ones below, hold detailed logos better than ultra-thin fashion tees, which is why standard or heavyweight cotton is the default for most embroidered orders.

Our Picks for Best Custom Embroidered T-Shirts

1. Best All-Around: Port & Company Essential Tee (PC61)

From $18.98. Our most ordered t-shirt, available in more than 50 colors. A standard-weight 100% cotton tee that works for office giveaways, event staff, and everyday team wear, and the lowest price point in the lineup.

2. Best for Job Sites: Carhartt Workwear Pocket T-Shirt (CTK87)

From $35.98. A loose-fit, heavier cotton pocket tee built by Carhartt for actual work, not just branding. Holds up to daily wear far better than a basic tee, with a pocket crews actually use.

3. Best Performance Pick: Sport-Tek PosiCharge Competitor Tee (ST350)

From $18.98. A moisture-wicking polyester tee for outdoor events, field staff, or active teams who need something that breathes better than cotton and dries faster.

4. Best Soft Feel: Port & Company Ring Spun Cotton Tee (PC150)

From $18.98. Ring spun cotton has a smoother, softer hand than standard cotton, a small upgrade worth it for client gifts, leadership apparel, or anywhere the shirt needs to feel a step above basic.

5. Best Long Sleeve: Hanes Beefy-T Long Sleeve (5186)

From $26.98. A heavyweight cotton long sleeve tee, useful for cooler months or crews who want more coverage without switching to a full jacket.

6. Best for Tall Sizing: Port & Company Tall Essential Tee (PC61T)

From $20.98. Same fabric and price point as the standard Essential Tee, with extended body length for taller employees who need more room without changing color or style.

Quick Comparison

Final Thoughts

There's no single best t-shirt for every business, only the best one for how your team wears it day to day. Start with the Essential Tee if you're unsure, then upgrade to workwear, performance, or long sleeve options for the roles that actually need them.

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