The compression for the belly/waist area is really great for the price. I have a slight apron belly and it holds it up and in really well. My issue with these is the thigh area, WOW they are tight!!! I ended up breaking the stitches on the cuff around the thighs to make it less tight. I do have thicker, more muscular thighs but I was surprised at how tight it was on them since usually the stuff I get on here is made with the curvy figure in mind.