Schiesser Women’s Active Softcup Sports Bra (Anthracite)

The essentials

If you’re after a sports bra that feels comfortable first, and supportive second, this Schiesser Women’s Active softcup sports bra is worth a look. It’s wireless, uses breathable soft cups, and brings in airy mesh inserts at the back and sides. On paper, it’s aimed at everyday training or lighter sessions where you still want proper coverage without feeling like you’re wearing a rigid, compressive harness.

The underbust band is described as ultra-soft and the closure uses a “soft seal” design intended to avoid chafing and scratching. It’s also skin-friendly with a small Active logo, and the straps are adjustable with two different wearing options—useful if you like a more personalised fit or you switch positions depending on the activity.

What you’ll notice in use

The main thing you’ll feel with a softcup, wireless style like this is how it moves with you rather than fighting your shape. The breathable soft cups and the mesh inserts at the back and sides are the sort of details that can help when you’re training in warmer conditions or if you get uncomfortable fast around the underarm area.

For day-to-day use, the extra-wide padded underbust band (as described) is a practical comfort win. It’s the kind of bra that may feel easier to wear for longer stretches than a firmer sports design—especially if your priority is comfort at medium intensity rather than maximum containment.

One small limitation to keep in mind: medium support is mentioned for sports with medium load. That means it may not be the first pick if you’re doing high-impact workouts where you want the tightest hold and least bounce.

Key takeaways for support and training level

This bra is positioned with medium support for sports with medium load. If your routine sits in that zone—think moderate exercise where you’re still active, but not constantly jumping—this should align reasonably well with what you need.

It’s also wireless, which tends to make things feel less restrictive. That comes with a trade-off: wireless softcup bras generally focus on comfort and breathable structure more than hard-set stabilisation. If you’re training for something more dynamic, you may find it “fine” rather than confidence-inspiring.

It’s a good fit if you like a soft, breathable sports bra and you’re prioritising comfort around the band and closure. You may want to skip it if your sessions are high-impact or you’re particularly sensitive to any movement.

Design details that matter more than you’d think

A couple of the details here are easy to overlook but can affect whether a sports bra becomes your go-to:

• Adjustable straps with two different wearing options: this gives you flexibility to tweak the fit.
• Soft seal closure: described as designed to avoid chafing and scratching.
• Airy mesh inserts at the back and sides: helps with breathability where it counts.
• Extra wide, padded underbust band: tends to distribute pressure more evenly.

If you’ve ever had a sports bra that digs in along the underbust or rubs at the fastening, these are the sorts of design choices you’ll likely appreciate.

Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere

It suits you if you want a wireless sports bra with breathable soft cups, comfortable band support, and a medium-support approach for moderate training. It also makes sense if you’re looking for something you can wear through a normal gym session without constantly adjusting or thinking about the fit.

It might not be a great match if you need high-impact support. Also, if you’re expecting “maximum hold” from a softcup wireless design, this one could feel like it sits more in the comfort-and-breathability lane than the high-performance lane.

Final verdict

Is it worth it?

Buy it if your priority is comfort, breathable soft cups, and medium support for medium-load sports, and you like the idea of an ultra-soft underbust band with a closure designed to reduce scratching and chafing. It’s a sensible everyday gym choice when you don’t want rigid structure.

Don’t buy it if you mainly do high-impact workouts where you need firmer containment and minimal bounce. It may also be frustrating if you’re the sort of person who wants a sports bra that feels “locked in” rather than flexible.

Buying check list (before you commit)

Before ordering, it’s worth double-checking your sizing and strap preference since the straps support two wearing options. Also consider how your workouts line up: medium support is the target here, so match it to your activity level.

Quick FAQs

Is this sports bra wireless?

Yes—this Schiesser sports bra is described as wireless.

What support level is it for?

The description states medium support for sports with medium load.

Does it have breathable panels?

Yes. It uses breathable soft cups and includes airy mesh inserts in the back and sides.

Will it chafe or scratch?

It’s described as having a skin-friendly soft seal closure designed to avoid chafing and scratching.