The 12 Best Horse Saddles: Reviews & Guide 2024

Fellow horse riders and horse enthusiasts, I bring you the best horse saddles that money can buy. In this article, I will be presenting the twelve best horse saddles on the market.

When you are contemplating which horse saddle to buy, it is important to look beyond a saddle that looks good or fits well; it is good to select a saddle that will serve both you and your buddy.

Product Guide

Horse saddles are much more than items placed on the horse for the comfort of the rider or aesthetic purposes.

Sadly, horses cannot talk, because if they could talk, they would probably say something along the lines of

“Hey! That does not fit right! It hurts! (Neigh!)”

“Hey! Take that off my back now, really.”

There are things to take note of when putting a saddle on a horse, at the top of these things is how well the saddle fits onto the back of the horse.

As much as we try to care for our horses as best as we can, it can prove quite daunting to know you had things wrong all along.

This is why this I wrote this article

With regards to horse saddles, these are items that serve several purposes, but not limited to; acting as a supportive structure for either the rider or loads, acting as a cushion for the horse thereby reducing the force or strain on the back of the horse and finally, acting for the balance for the rider. As important as having a horse saddle is, there are certain things that can lead to damages to both the horse and rider as a result of common mistakes. The first commonly fault is a twisted tree.

When a horse falls on or rolls a twisted tree, it can damage the saddle, this can later on cause issues for both the rider and horse but primarily it affects the horse first with back pain, swelling and other potential severe injury. Panel problems is another complication that can cause extreme discomfort to the horse. A damaged or irregularly shaped panel is something to look out for.

Other issues arising as a result of horse saddles include; Saddle not fitting the horse, saddle slipping to one side due to the asymmetrical body of the horse, too much rocker on the saddle, inappropriate girths and many more. You might be thinking, “wait, it is just a putting a saddle on a horse, why is should it be so demanding?”

Well, that is why I have written this list to alleviate your headaches.

Top 12 Best Horse Saddle

AceRugs Beautiful Western Pleasure Trail Barrel Racing Show Horse Saddle

The AceRugs Beautiful Western Pleasure Trail Barrel Racing Show Horse Saddle is a perfect fit for your horse. It is a great choice when for new or young horses. It’s light and therefore benefits both the horse and its rider.

It does not pose any risk mentioned earlier to the horse and caters for both horse and rider.

It comes in the following colors: Blue, Red, Pink, Black, Green, Purple and Brown the soft padded seat makes the saddle extremely comfortable and suitable for long rides without any hassle.

This is a definite recommendation.

Tahoe Tack Basket Weave Synthetic Western Saddle Leather Trims

The Tahoe Tack Basket Weave Synthetic Western Saddle product focuses on style as well as comfort. The Tahoe Tack Basket Weave Synthetic Western Saddle was designed not to cause discomfort for the horse as well as the rider.

When I used this saddle, I found that major appeal is how light it is.

Asides from providing comfort to the back of the horse and the butt of the rider, the Tahoe Tack Basket Weave Synthetic Western Saddle is really affordable.

The saddle is light and easy to carry. It was exactly what I needed as regards to my regular backaches.

AceRugs Premium Brown Leather English All Purpose Close Contact Jumping Horse Saddle

The AceRugs Premium Brown Leather English All Purpose Close Contact Jumping Horse Saddle is an all-purpose saddle which allows the rider a variety of choices.
This saddle helps you as the rider maintain a balanced and secure hold with soft knee rolls, padded flaps, and a medium-deep soft padded seat.

I found it to be a well-built saddle and by the way, It looked better in real life than it did in images.

This saddle is perfect for riders. The padded panels make it comfortable for the horse with no added risk.  The high cantle and longer flaps makes the saddle also suitable for flat work.

In addition to this, the saddle also offers a lower pommel and slightly forward flaps for the exhilarating moments where I jumped with my horse.

AceRugs Western Cordura Pleasure Trail All Purpose Show Horse Saddle

The AceRugs Western Cordura pleasure trail all-purpose show horse saddle is another perfect saddle for beginners and trail riders. It is comfortable and fits well for both horse and rider.

This saddle features a thick-padded seat for maximum rider comfort. The well-padded synthetic fleece ensures your horse enjoys the ride just as much as you throughout the ride.

When I used this particular saddle, they were as they looked. It was surprisingly more comfortable than I expected.

The AceRugs Western Cordura pleasure trail all-purpose show horse saddle is designed for a range of horses both big and small therefore there is little to no issue with this design as it caters to almost all needs. I found the saddle focuses on the needs of both rider and horse.

All Purpose Black Leather English Riding Horse Saddle

The All Purpose Black Leather English Riding Horse Saddles is made of 100 percent leather which reduces abrasion with the back of the horse. It is also an aesthetically pleasing horse saddle.

This saddle kit is the ideal saddle for beginners and learners. The following; deeper seat, high cantle, longer flaps, and padded knee rolls, I found, allows royal comfortability.

Asides being comfortable, the saddle is designed in such a way that it allows the rider to seat securely for a variety of the English disciplines. This was something I particularly found appealing.

The front of the saddle is designed to fit a wide range of horses. I would recommend this, both comfortability and functionality are met with this saddle.

AceRugs 15 16 17 18 All Purpose English Leather Horse Saddle

The AceRugs 15, 16, 17, and 18 all Purpose English Leather Horse Saddles is the dream of every horse rider. Why? Simple, the saddle is an all-purpose saddle that fits across all disciplines while retaining its affordability.

The advantages of this product cannot be overemphasized. When I purchased this saddle, I found it to be a secure and balanced seat with concealed knee rolls, padded flaps, and a medium-deep padded seat. This saddle is perfect to the T if you are planning to work on equitation.

If comfort is high up on your list and it is what you want when searching for a saddle, then this is a must consider.

This saddle features a deep, very well padded seat that offers comfort and support on my lower back. It factors in posture as well as health. The rounded skirt design of the saddle also ensures comfort for my horse and is designed to fit horses of all sizes- which is another plus when considering the right saddle which works for both the rider (you) and the horse.

AceRugs Barrel Racer Western Cordura Light Weight Comfy Horse Saddles

Right off the bat, YES!

This particular lightweight saddle is ideal for beginners and trail riders. I particularly fell in love with this saddle because it is waterproof and its weather proof attributes makes it the ideal saddle for riders who love to ride out on the trail.

The thick padded seat gives both rider and horse comfort. The pressure on my horse is reduced thereby preventing any form of back pain or stress on the horse while simultaneously preventing swellings and potential injury to the rider.

Although not an all-purpose saddle, it however, is worth the price and very much a definite recommend. However, it is an acquired taste for some.

AceRugs 15” 16” 17” 18” Roping Western Leather Tooled RANCHING Pleasure Horse Saddle

Comfort, lightweight, perfect fit and well balanced are essentials of a good saddle, however, I find that aesthetic beauty is definitely something I would also recommend and that is where the AceRugs 15” 16” 17” 18” Roping Western Leather Tooled RANCHING Pleasure Horse Saddle becomes to go to saddle. This saddle is a definite head turner wherever you find yourself.

The beautiful chestnut colored leather is accented with hand carved basket weave tooling that gives this saddle a classic look.

The hard seat is a classic favorite for working riders and numerous ties on the saddle ensure you have plenty of space to attach any accessories to the saddle, such as saddle bags.

AceRugs Western Parade Show Pleasure Trail Horse Leather Saddles

Tired of riding English and want to try something new? Well this saddle is right along your alleyway. This is a fun and exciting change for riders looking to mix things up. The material meets the price and is definitely worth the price.

Another alluring quality of this product is its affordability. It does not demand too much from your pocket.

I found it to be worth more than the price when I used it. It fits well and I liked it. I was worried it would not be as comfortable based on its price but when I used it, it was the complete opposite.

The suede seat is well-padded and features a decorative quilt stitched pattern to aid in grip while riding. The underside is well-padded with a synthetic fleece for the horse’s comfort.

It is also eye catching thereby increasing its allure. The saddle also includes a free matching headstall, rein and breast collar.

Mustang Soft Ride Saddles

For those who are not too particular and fussy about the look and decorative aspect of a saddle but are more focused on functionality then the Mustang Soft Ride Saddle made by Mustang is exactly what you are looking for.

I liked it for its simplicity and its functionality. It is not too comfortable, but it works.

This saddle focuses on balance. It gives the rider better balance whether in the pasture or on the trail, thereby a saddle to consider especially for beginners or learners.

It has the perfect combination of a soft shock-absorbing bareback pad with the added comfort of a form-fitted seat. The seat is a high rise cantle for added support. It is lightweight and versatile to many different sizes and breeds.

AceRugs New 14 15 16 Western Horse Barrel Racer Leather Pleasure Trail Show Saddle

The saddle does not only serve the purpose to visually stimulate, but it also has a well-padded underside which cushions and reduces the pressure on the back of the horse whether on long rides or short rides.

The seats are absolutely comfortable and help my posture as well as cater for the need of my horse.

A definite recommendation if you are looking for something with a little bit of feminine touch as well as comfortability and functionality.

It allows close contact with no pressure or pain for both horse and rider. This is ideal, especially when factoring the safety and comfort of your horse.

Conclusion

The following are the top best horse saddles that money can buy. These are my recommendation however, I should note that at the end of day, each individual is different. Your taste might differ from mine.

I wish you and your buddy all they best. Happy riding.