Best Overall

The Armada ARW 112 is the queen of women’s powder skis for 2025, earning its title as best overall. With a 112mm waist and AR Freestyle Rocker profile, it floats effortlessly in deep snow while maintaining a playful, freestyle feel.

The Karuba Core keeps the ski lightweight and nimble, perfect for slashing powder turns, buttering features, and pivoting through trees. Despite its soft-snow bias, it’s surprisingly capable on variable snow and firm days, making it a great choice for powder-focused skiers who still want some versatility.

Best for Big Mountain

The Scott Sea 116 is the go-to option for women who chase big-mountain powder lines and want stability at high speeds. With a wide 116mm waist and a progressive rocker profile, this ski provides massive float and a confident ride in the deepest snow.

Its lightweight wood core combined with carbon fiber ensures a responsive yet damp ride, perfect for charging through open bowls and steep chutes. Designed for expert-level skiers, the Sea 116 rewards strong, aggressive skiing with powerful performance even when conditions get serious.

Most Playful

The Season Forma brings a fresh, playful energy to the women’s powder ski market. With a waist width hovering around 104-108mm depending on size and a deep rocker profile, it’s built for surfing, slashing, and pivoting effortlessly through powder.

Its full twin-tip design and surf-inspired shape make it ideal for creative skiers who love to slash turns, butter rollers, and find playful lines in soft snow. The lightweight maple-poplar core makes it energetic without feeling unstable. If you want to bring freestyle flair into your powder days, the Forma is an unbeatable choice.

Most Stable

The Blizzard Sheeva 11 stands out as the most confidence-inspiring ski when the powder gets tracked out or conditions get variable. With a 112mm waist and a rocker-camber-rocker profile, it offers the perfect balance between powder floatation and hard-snow stability.

The TrueBlend Freeride wood core, paired with Blizzard’s Flipcore DRT construction, ensures smooth flex and strong edge hold when needed. Whether you’re ripping untracked powder, navigating chop, or blasting through crud, the Sheeva 11 keeps you in control and having fun.

Most Versatile

The Salomon QST Blank is a powder ski that refuses to be limited to just deep days. With a 112mm waist and C/FX carbon and flax construction, it offers lightweight maneuverability, excellent float, and the torsional strength to power through tougher snow.

Its Double Sidewall construction adds grip when needed, making it one of the most versatile powder skis available. From fresh storm cycles to tracked-out resort days, the QST Blank provides a smooth, confidence-boosting ride across a wide range of soft-snow conditions.