Burton Custom vs Burton Process
100 facts in comparison
Based on 515 Reddit opinions. Close race—Burton CustomBurton Custom edges ahead.
515 opinions
Burton Custom leads by 2pts
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Reddit's Pick
76%
B
Based on
988 Redditors
Winner
Burton Custom
~$669.77
395 opinions
tldr; The 'Honda Civic' of snowboarding - reliable all-mountain camber board. Solid everywhere, exceptional nowhere. Beginner-friendly progression board.
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74%
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Based on
324 Redditors
Burton Process
~$549.95
120 opinions
tldr; Twin freestyle board with Flying V profile. Playful and catch-free but lacks pop. Good for learning park, outgrown quickly by progressers.
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🎯EDG
63
Points
54
Points
Score by Category
Flex & Feel
42%70%
Terrain Suitability
77%40%
Durability
56%75%
Comfort & Fit
100%—
Edge Hold
62%33%
Why is Burton Process better than Burton Custom?
- Better flex (70% vs 42%)
- Better durability (75% vs 56%)
- Better value (50% vs 42%)
- Flying V rocker/camber hybrid profile
- True twin for switch riding
- Forgiving and catch-free for learners
Based on 1,312 Reddit opinions
Too Close to Call
Reddit prefers the Burton CustomBurton Custom
Winning by 2 points (76% vs 74%)
Better terrain
Better edge hold
Flying V or Camber profile options
High confidence (1,312 mentions)
💬Reddit Sentiment
Based on 1,312 Reddit mentionsOverall Rating
Burton Custom
7.6/10
988 mentions
Burton Process
7.4/10
324 mentions
COMFORT
Burton Custom10.0/10
Burton ProcessN/A
FLEX
Burton Custom4.2/10
Burton Process7.0/10
TERRAIN
Burton Custom7.7/10
Burton Process4.0/10
VALUE
Burton Custom4.2/10
Burton Process5.0/10
DURABILITY
Burton Custom5.6/10
Burton Process7.5/10
EDGE HOLD
Burton Custom6.2/10
Burton Process3.3/10
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Head to Head
| Topic | Burton Custom | Burton Process |
|---|---|---|
Comfort | 100% | N/A |
Flex | 42% | 70% |
Terrain | 77% | 40% |
Value | 42% | 50% |
Durability | 56% | 75% |
Edge Hold | 62% | 33% |
Category Wins
Burton Custom: 3|Burton Process: 3
Head to Head
Burton Custom: 3|Burton Process: 3
ComfortBurton Custom
Burton Custom100%
Burton ProcessN/A
FlexBurton Process
Burton Custom42%
Burton Process70%
TerrainBurton Custom
Burton Custom77%
Burton Process40%
ValueBurton Process
Burton Custom42%
Burton Process50%
DurabilityBurton Process
Burton Custom56%
Burton Process75%
Edge HoldBurton Custom
Burton Custom62%
Burton Process33%
Burton Custom
76%
74%
Burton Process
Burton Custom76%
Burton Process74%
Close race - Burton Custom edges ahead by 2 points
Key Specs
| Spec | Burton Custom | Burton Process |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | Camber or Flying V | — |
| Shape | Directional Twin | — |
| Flex | Twin | — |
| Core | Super Fly II™ 700G Core with Dualzone™ EGD™ | — |
| Fiberglass | 45 degree Carbon Highlights | — |
Key Highlights
Burton CustomWinner
🎿 Flying V or Camber profile options
🛹 True twin all-mountain shape
🖌️ Beginner-friendly progression board
💰 Often discounted - good value used
⚠️ Outgrown quickly by progressing riders
Burton Process
🎿 Flying V rocker/camber hybrid profile
🛹 True twin for switch riding
📚 Forgiving and catch-free for learners
⚠️ Lacks pop for advanced riders
🎯 Sweet spot: intermediate park progression
Topic Battles
Burton Custom: 3|Tied: 0|Burton Process: 2
⭐Flex & Feel
Burton Process winsBurton Custom
42%
Burton Process
70%
⭐Terrain Suitability
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
77%
Burton Process
40%
🔧Durability
Burton Process winsBurton Custom
56%
Burton Process
75%
❤️Comfort & Fit
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
100%
Burton Process
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🎯Edge Hold
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
62%
Burton Process
33%
Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories
📈Where They Rank
💬What Redditors Actually Say
What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Burton Custom
Best Praise
+186 pts“It's rare on this subreddit where I see one of these posts and think 'hmm yeah that's probably worth it.' A relatively new Burton Custom with step-ins should reasonably resell at $300. One condition is If the bindings are too small by two sizes then it's probably too small for you though. Meaning, if those are size small bindings and you need size large, my eyeballs say they're not fitting on there.”
r/snowboarding
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+22 pts“It’s hard to believe that new custom isn’t AI artwork. I like it but definitely has that AI slop feeling to it.”
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What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Burton Process
Best Praise
+26 pts“Process is a great board to learn on. But get the camber profile. Not Flying V. I personally learned on a process Flying V and as soon as I upgraded to a Custom with a camber profile it was an insane world of difference. I taught a friend of mine this season. He was against renting from the beginning and wanted to just buy a used board. We found a killer deal on a Process with a true camber profile. He was linking turns on day one and was getting pretty confident by day 3. You don’t need a Flying V to learn and if anything it will hinder your progression”
r/snowboarding
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+5 pts“Who needs a process when I can set the HTH all the way forward?!?! Checkmate.”
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Sentiment Over Time
Burton Custom
Burton Process
📈Historical Price Data
Burton Custom
Burton Process
Burton Custom
All-time low: $475.95(2026-03)
Burton Process
All-time low: $329.97(2026-02)
Which is Better?
Burton Custom Wins
76%
Custom
vs
74%
Process
Close race, but Burton Custom edges ahead by 2 points based on 1,312 Reddit opinions.
Why Burton CustomWinner
- 🎿 Flying V or Camber profile options
- 🛹 True twin all-mountain shape
- 🖌️ Beginner-friendly progression board
- More discussed (988 vs 324)
Why Burton Process
- Better Value for Money (50% vs 42%)
❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown
Sentiment Breakdown
31%Positive
Positive
31%Neutral
60%Negative
9%Based on 988 Reddit opinions
Sentiment Breakdown
27%Positive
Positive
27%Neutral
63%Negative
10%Based on 324 Reddit opinions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Burton Custom or Burton Process?
Based on 1,312 Reddit comments, Burton Custom has a slight edge with 76% positive sentiment vs Burton Process's 74%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Burton Custom or Burton Process?
Both have similar approval ratings (76% vs 74%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Burton Custom?
Reddit users highlight: Flying V or Camber profile options. True twin all-mountain shape. Beginner-friendly progression board. With 988 mentions and 76% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Burton Process?
Reddit users highlight: Flying V rocker/camber hybrid profile. True twin for switch riding. Forgiving and catch-free for learners. With 324 mentions and 74% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,312 Reddit comments: 988 about Burton Custom and 324 about Burton Process. Data was sourced from Snowboarding Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.
515 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 5/17/2026