If you’re looking for your first pair of snowboard bindings and aren’t sure where to start, then check out our list of what we consider to be the Top 5 women's beginner snowboard bindings below.
This list is now updated for the 2024-2025 season.
Note 1: A beginners binding should definitely not just be considered a beginner binding just because it’s cheap – if it’s too low quality or if it's too stiff, that’s far from what a beginner should be using. Price is definitely a factor but it shouldn’t be the only factor.
Note 2: The score for each pair of bindings below is an indication of how good we think they are as beginner bindings. Some of the bindings in this list are suitable not just for beginners but also for specific styles (freestyle being the most likely due to softer flex). They may appear elsewhere on the website with a different score.
If that's the case, it's because they've been scored based on their category. If that's the case, it's because they've been scored based on their category (e.g. freestyle). For the purposes of this post, the bindings are only being assessed for their suitability for beginners.
OK, let's take a look at the top 5 for 2025!
#5: K2 Cassette
Flex: Soft (2/10)
Rating score (as Beginner Bindings): 88.9/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Compatibility: 2x4 | 4x4 | CHANNEL
Starting off the list at #5 we have K2's Cassette.
The Cassette is a no nonsense binding that helps to make it easier and faster to progress when you're a beginner. And at a really reasonable price point.
It's the equal softest on this list, along with the Citizen (see #3) and the CL-2 (see#4).
Score Breakdown for the Cassette
| FACTOR | Rating (/5) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Score | 5 | 25/25 |
| Stability | 5 | 20/20 |
| Turning Ease | 4 | 12/15 |
| Price | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Versatility | 4 | 8/10 |
| Shape & Stance | 3 | 3/5 |
| Base | 3 | 3/5 |
| Board Feel | 3 | 3/5 |
| Shock Absorption | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| TOTAL (after normalizing): | 88.9/100 |
#4: Ride CL-2
Flex: Soft (2/10)
Rating score (as Beginner Bindings): 91.1/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Compatibility: 2x4 | 4x4 | CHANNEL
In at #4 we have Ride’s CL-2 bindings.
The CL-2 is the softest and lowest priced option in Ride's women's line.
It's a nice forgiving entry level binding that makes it easy to progress and matches well with soft flexing boards. The CL-4 is another option from the line if you're more of a high-end beginner and have a slightly bigger budget and looking for something to last you a little longer through your progression.
Score Breakdown for the CL-2
| FACTOR | Rating (/5) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Score | 5 | 25/25 |
| Stability | 5 | 20/20 |
| Turning Ease | 4 | 12/15 |
| Price | 4 | 8/10 |
| Versatility | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Shape & Stance | 3 | 3/5 |
| Base | 4 | 4/5 |
| Board Feel | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| Shock Absorption | 4 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL (after normalizing): | 91.1/100 |
#3: Burton Citizen
Flex: Soft (2/10)
Rating score (as Beginner Bindings): 91.1/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Compatibility: 2x4 | 4x4 | CHANNEL
If you are on a tight budget the Burton Citizen is one of the best beginner binding options. But the friendly price tag is only one reason they make this list.
They are super forgiving and easy to control at slow speeds but at the same time comfortable, easy to use, easy to adjust and with a really consistent, predictable response. This all helps with easy progression and building confidence.
Score Breakdown for the Citizen
| FACTOR | Rating (/5) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Score | 5 | 25/25 |
| Stability | 5 | 20/20 |
| Turning Ease | 4 | 12/15 |
| Price | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Versatility | 4 | 8/10 |
| Shape & Stance | 3 | 3/5 |
| Base | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| Board Feel | 4 | 4/5 |
| Shock Absorption | 4 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL (after normalizing): | 91.1/100 |
#2: Nidecker Muon-W
Flex: Soft (3/10)
Rating score (as Beginner Bindings): 93.7/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Compatibility: 2x4 | 4x4 | CHANNEL
Coming in next, at #2, we have Nidecker's Muon-W.
The Muon-W ticks all the boxes for beginner bindings. Low price-point? Check. Assists board in easy response at slow speeds? Check. Easy forgiving flex? Check.
You get the point. They make snowboarding fun, easy and help you to build your confidence, when paired with the right board, of course.
Score Breakdown for the Muon-W
| FACTOR | Rating (/5) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Score | 5 | 25/25 |
| Stability | 5 | 20/20 |
| Turning Ease | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
| Price | 4 | 8/10 |
| Versatility | 4 | 8/10 |
| Shape & Stance | 4 | 4/5 |
| Base | 4 | 4/5 |
| Board Feel | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| Shock Absorption | 3 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL (after normalizing): | 93.7/100 |
#1: Union Rosa
Flex: Mid-Soft (3.5/10)
Rating score (as Beginner Bindings): 94.2/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Compatibility: 2x4 | 4x4 | CHANNEL
And finally at #1, we have the Union Rosa bindings.
The Rosa have been our number 1 beginner bindings for a few years running now - and for good reason.
These are the equal lowest priced binding in this list – and that’s great for a beginner, but it’s not the only thing that’s important. What got the Rosa’s on this list was their ability to make the learning process easy and fun.
The Rosa’s have a nice medium-soft, forgiving flex for easy turning and the ability to help control your board at slow speeds. They are also smooth and consistent, really comfortable and straight forward to adjust and setup.
Score Breakdown for the Rosa
| FACTOR | Rating (/5) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|
| Flex Score | 5 | 25/25 |
| Stability | 5 | 20/20 |
| Turning Ease | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
| Price | 4 | 8/10 |
| Versatility | 4 | 8/10 |
| Shape & Stance | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| Base | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| Board Feel | 4 | 4/5 |
| Shock Absorption | 4 | 4/5 |
| TOTAL (after normalizing): | 94.2/100 |
Thanks for Checking Out Our Top Rated Women's Beginner Snowboard Bindings
Thanks for checking out our top 5 women’s beginner snowboard bindings for 2024-2025. I hope this has helped you find the right bindings for you.
Check out the links in the where to buy boxes (the ones with the flags) for prices, availability and more info on the bindings.
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