400 vs 500 vs 600 GSM
A practical comparison of three common towel weights and where each tends to fit.
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These three weights cover most commercial towel briefs. The right choice depends on your use, your laundry, and the experience you want guests to have. The descriptions below are general reference points, not guarantees — two towels at the same GSM can feel very different.
| ≈400 GSM | ≈500 GSM | ≈600 GSM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feel | Light, thin | Balanced | Substantial |
| Drying | Fastest | Moderate | Slower |
| Typical fit | Gyms, pools, high-turnover | Many hotels, rentals | Premium rooms, spas |
| Laundry cost | Lowest | Moderate | Higher |
How to decide
If you are unsure, sample two adjacent weights in the same construction. Feeling the difference side by side is more useful than any chart.