Burton Custom vs Jones Mercury
104 facts in comparison
Based on 638 Reddit opinions. Jones MercuryJones Mercury leads by 6 points.
638 opinions
Jones Mercury leads by 6pts
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76%
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Based on
988 Redditors
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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Reddit's Pick
82%
B+
Based on
555 Redditors
Winner
Jones Mercury
~$379.99
243 opinions
tldr; Freeride charger for aggressive riders. Stiff, damp, and stable at speed. Made for steep lines and big mountains.
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๐ฏEDG
63
Points
58
Points
Score by Category
Flex & Feel
42%44%
Terrain Suitability
77%91%
Durability
56%31%
Comfort & Fit
100%60%
Edge Hold
62%70%
Why is Jones Mercury better than Burton Custom?
- Higher Reddit score (82% vs 76%)
- Better terrain (91% vs 77%)
- Better edge hold (70% vs 62%)
- Better value (50% vs 42%)
- Directional freeride
- Stiff flex 7-8/10
- Stable at high speed
Based on 1,543 Reddit opinions
Slight Edge
Reddit prefers the Jones MercuryJones Mercury
Winning by 6 points (82% vs 76%)
Better terrain
Better edge hold
Better value
High confidence (1,543 mentions)
๐ฌReddit Sentiment
Based on 1,543 Reddit mentionsOverall Rating
Burton Custom
7.6/10
988 mentions
Jones Mercury
8.2/10
555 mentions
COMFORT
Burton Custom10.0/10
Jones Mercury6.0/10
FLEX
Burton Custom4.2/10
Jones Mercury4.4/10
TERRAIN
Burton Custom7.7/10
Jones Mercury9.1/10
VALUE
Burton Custom4.2/10
Jones Mercury5.0/10
DURABILITY
Burton Custom5.6/10
Jones Mercury3.1/10
EDGE HOLD
Burton Custom6.2/10
Jones Mercury7.0/10
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Head to Head
| Topic | Burton Custom | Jones Mercury |
|---|---|---|
Comfort | 100% | 60% |
Flex | 42% | 44% |
Terrain | 77% | 91% |
Value | 42% | 50% |
Durability | 56% | 31% |
Edge Hold | 62% | 70% |
Category Wins
Burton Custom: 2|Jones Mercury: 3
Head to Head
Burton Custom: 2|Jones Mercury: 3
ComfortBurton Custom
Burton Custom100%
Jones Mercury60%
Flex
Burton Custom42%
Jones Mercury44%
TerrainJones Mercury
Burton Custom77%
Jones Mercury91%
ValueJones Mercury
Burton Custom42%
Jones Mercury50%
DurabilityBurton Custom
Burton Custom56%
Jones Mercury31%
Edge HoldJones Mercury
Burton Custom62%
Jones Mercury70%
Burton Custom
76%
82%
Jones Mercury
Burton Custom76%
Jones Mercury82%
Jones Mercury wins by 6 points
Key Specs
| Spec | Burton Custom | Jones Mercury |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | Camber or Flying V | โ |
| Shape | Directional Twin | โ |
| Flex | Twin | Medium-stiff (7/10) |
| Core | Super Fly IIโข 700G Core with Dualzoneโข EGDโข | โ |
| Fiberglass | 45 degree Carbon Highlights | โ |
Key Highlights
Burton CustomWinner
๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
๐น True twin all-mountain shape
๐๏ธ Beginner-friendly progression board
๐ฐ Often discounted - good value used
โ ๏ธ Outgrown quickly by progressing riders
Jones Mercury
๐๏ธ Directional freeride
๐ช Stiff flex 7-8/10
โก Stable at high speed
๐ฟ Camber underfoot
Topic Battles
Burton Custom: 2|Tied: 1|Jones Mercury: 2
โญFlex & Feel
Burton Custom
42%
Jones Mercury
44%
โญTerrain Suitability
Jones Mercury winsBurton Custom
77%
Jones Mercury
91%
๐งDurability
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
56%
Jones Mercury
31%
โค๏ธComfort & Fit
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
100%
Jones Mercury
60%
๐ฏEdge Hold
Jones Mercury winsBurton Custom
62%
Jones Mercury
70%
Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories
๐Where They Rank
๐ฌWhat Redditors Actually Say
What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Jones Mercury
Best Praise
+21 ptsโI would bet the mercury would be better overall than the DOAโ
r/snowboarding
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+3 ptsโThe Mercury is a bit much for a beginner, itโs stiff and more suited for advanced riders. Youโd probably have more fun (and progress faster) on something a little more forgiving, like the DOA or even an all mountain board that leans freeride but isnโt full charger mode yet.โ
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What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Burton Custom
Best Praise
+186 ptsโIt'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.โ
r/snowboarding
ViewTop Criticism
+22 ptsโItโs hard to believe that new custom isnโt AI artwork. I like it but definitely has that AI slop feeling to it.โ
r/snowboarding
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Sentiment Over Time
Burton Custom
Jones Mercury
๐Historical Price Data
Burton Custom
Jones Mercury
Burton Custom
All-time low: $475.95(2026-03)
Jones Mercury
All-time low: $329.95(2025-10)
Which is Better?
Jones Mercury Wins
82%
Mercury
vs
76%
Custom
Jones Mercury leads by 6 points based on 1,543 Reddit opinions.
Why Jones MercuryWinner
- Better Value for Money (50% vs 42%)
Why Burton Custom
- ๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
- ๐น True twin all-mountain shape
- More discussed (988 vs 555)
โค๏ธThe Love/Hate Breakdown
Sentiment Breakdown
36%Positive
Positive
36%Neutral
56%Negative
8%Based on 555 Reddit opinions
Sentiment Breakdown
31%Positive
Positive
31%Neutral
60%Negative
9%Based on 988 Reddit opinions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Jones Mercury or Burton Custom?
Based on 1,543 Reddit comments, Jones Mercury is the preferred choice with 82% positive sentiment vs Burton Custom's 76%. Jones Mercury leads by 6 percentage points.
Should I buy Jones Mercury or Burton Custom?
If you want the safer choice based on community sentiment, Jones Mercury has stronger approval ratings (82% vs 76%). However, Burton Custom may still be better depending on your specific needs, budget, or use case.
What do Redditors love about Jones Mercury?
Reddit users highlight: Directional freeride. Stiff flex 7-8/10. Stable at high speed. With 555 mentions and 82% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say 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 remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,543 Reddit comments: 555 about Jones Mercury and 988 about Burton Custom. 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.
638 Reddit opinions analyzed ยท Last updated 5/26/2026