Mentioned previously, but worth repeating (IMHO). There is a lot to holster selection beyond how well it works and looks in front of a mirror. You have to learn to eliminate the “tells”…the constant adjusting here and there, taping to make sure it’s secure, looking at reflections in mirrors and windows to see if it is printing. It requires putting it on and going through an entire day without any tapping or checking while driving or taking public transportation, while eating at a restaurant, getting in and out of a car, going up and down stairs, picking up something you dropped on the floor, using a public restroom, and more. When you can do all this and remain concealed “you will be a (concealed carry) man, my son.”
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appreciate the detailed feedback, that actually helps a lot. I was already a bit concerned about printing and movement, so good to hear a real experience. Seems like belly bands are a bit hit or miss depending on setup, might look into options with better retention or even alternatives.
thanks for sharing 
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I think you have gotten a lot of good information so far.
However, you have avoided answering a very important question – what pistol are you planning to carry? A vague as the weekend weatherman answer of 9mm IS NOT AN ANSWER!
A Sig P226 Legion is north of 40 ounces – empty! A Sig P938 is around 16 ounces empty. Barrels can easily range from 3” to over 5”. Size and weight is an important consideration if you are serious about belly band carry.
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that is actually solid advice, appreciate you sharing it. It is easy to focus on comfort and concealment in front of a mirror, but real-world movement is a whole different test. I guess the key is consistency and training until it becomes natural without constant checking. Definitely something I will keep in mind
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I should have been more specific, I am leaning toward something compact like a Glock 19 or possibly a smaller option like the P365. Still figuring out what would balance comfort and concealment best with a belly band.
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Good luck figuring out…
Make sure you shoot one better than the other before looking at carrying options. Don’t reverse priorities.
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I have a Gootus band. It helps my back, around the house I use it for my phone and box cutter. I think it depends on where you are after comfort. In a church you may reach down to your ankle to not draw attention yet or where you will be walking and upright most of the time.
I am a little guy : 5’10",175. IWB with HK VP9SK
It may not work for everyone, but it’s an option.
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Seems like any holster is a choice of lesser evils. Since most of us did not grow up wearing holsters, there are no comfortable holsters. The only way a holster gets comfortable is just to wear it, wear it, wear it And wear it some more. I’ve found Belly bands are a reasonable compromise. The variables of winter time / summertime / clothing require different holsters to fit the occasion. Like everybody else, I have a duffel bag full of the perfect, most comfortable holsters. Some cheap, some expensive. My most perfect comfortable holster I wear around the house is a cheap vinyl fabric eyeglass holder, cut and modified with T-Rex tape to fit the EDC around the house. . Fits most of my pockets great.
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I have a belly band. It is great as long as I stay sitting. While I am 5’11’", I am only 152 pounds. Thus, when I sit my middle is the largest. So, I sit, get the band on, then stand up and the band starts it’s journey to my feet. If I stand to put it on it is fine, but sitting down and breathing are tough. It has been consigned to the “holster box”. I use as tactical t-shirt where the gun tucks up on my left side along with a trigger guard. Not ideal if you are in a hurry or need to dig through outer clothing, but it works.