Gildan 8000 (G800) vs Gildan 5000 (G500)
- Gildan 8000 costs less per piece (from $3.14 vs $3.40 CAD).
- Gildan 8000 uses heavier fabric (5.5 oz vs 5.3 oz); Gildan 5000 is lighter.
- Gildan 5000 has more colour options (75 vs 40).
- Gildan 5000 has more units in Canadian warehouses today.
 Gildan 8000 (G800) |  Gildan 5000 (G500) | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Unisex DryBlend® T-Shirt | Unisex Heavy Cotton™ T-Shirt |
| Wholesale price (CAD) | $3.14 – $8.59 | $3.40 – $8.49 |
| Fabric weight | 5.5 oz./yd² (US) 9.2 oz./L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles | 5.3 oz./yd² (US), 8.8 oz./L yd (CA), 100% U.S. cotton, 20 singles |
| Fabric | — | — |
| Colours | 40 +10 | 75 +45 |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL | S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL |
| In stock in Canada | 158,048 pcs Vancouver, BC: 16,316 · Mississauga, ON: 98,542 · Calgary, AB: 43,190 | 368,011 pcs Mississauga, ON: 211,593 · Vancouver, BC: 60,706 · Calgary, AB: 95,712 |
| Case quantity | 72 pcs | 72 pcs |
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Gildan 8000 vs Gildan 5000 FAQ
Is the Gildan 8000 or the Gildan 5000 cheaper?
Gildan 8000 costs less per piece (from $3.14 vs $3.40 CAD).
What fabric weight are the Gildan 8000 and Gildan 5000?
Gildan 8000: 5.5 oz./yd² (US) 9.2 oz./L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles. Gildan 5000: 5.3 oz./yd² (US), 8.8 oz./L yd (CA), 100% U.S. cotton, 20 singles.
How many colours do the Gildan 8000 and Gildan 5000 have?
Gildan 8000 comes in 40 colours; Gildan 5000 in 75.
Can I buy both with no minimum?
Yes — no minimum order on either, most orders ship within 1–2 business days from Canadian warehouses, and orders over $499 ship free.