Fallout 4: 20 Best Armor Mods

Highlights

• Custom armor sets in Fallout 4 mods allow for unique character customization beyond vanilla options.
• Armorsmith Extended offers flexibility by reworking the clothing system for mix-and-match possibilities.
• Mods like Eli’s Armour Compendium introduce new armor pieces to enhance gameplay immersion and variety.

Fallout 4 gives players many armor sets to pick from, but more is always better, and with how immersive Fallout 4 is, players may want to branch off from the vanilla armor sets and find something that fits their preferences. Players can combine their new armor mods with the best weapon mods in Fallout 4 if they want new equipment in the game for a new playthrough.

Some armor mods add only one armor piece to the game, while others add a new collection of armor sets that vastly improve the quantity of armor in Fallout 4. Players can even mix and match armor pieces from the game and mods to create their ideal outfits.

Updated May 5, 2024, by Aly Azmy: This list has been updated with additional entries and offers players lots of options to find a mod that matches their taste. Some mods maintain immersion with a focus on style, while others focus heavily on a rugged appearance, with others still offering stat and cosmetic improvements. One of the entries allows players to edit their Pip-boy, so it does not clash with their future wardrobe choices. A few of the new entries add iconic armor pieces from series such as Halo, MW2R, and Metro, all of which give players tons more options for customizing their look as they explore Fallout 4’s wastealand.

1 Armorsmith Extended

Endorsements: 194,745

While Armorsmith Extended only adds one armor set, it reworks the clothing system and allows for flexibility in how players dress. Players can wear armor pieces over their favorite outfits, and hats and helmets that do not cover player faces now support bandanas and gas masks.

This mod adds good quality-of-life improvements to Fallout 4 and should be used as it applies to modded armor. With the ability to mix and match armor pieces and outfits, players have a wider range of possibilities on how to dress their character. Since this mod makes it easier for modders to implement their clothing, using it is essential for players who strive to find a unique armor set, thanks to the added customizability.

2 Eli’s Armour Compendium

Endorsements: 61,484

Mods that add fresh content to Fallout 4 are a valued treasure. With games/”>how much content Fallout 4 offers, it’s no wonder that players will want to return and experience the magic.

Eli’s Armour Compendium will add brand-new armor to spice up the experience of another playthrough. The mod adds 50 unisex, lore-friendly armor pieces and 20 accessories, and they all come in moddable colors. This mod sticks to the vanilla feel of the armor but offers the ability to customize colors and add accessories such as goggles, purses, and scarves. This is the ideal mod for players who feel off-put by mods that offer clothing and armor that do not fit in Fallout 4 and break immersion.

3 NCR Ranger Veteran Armor

Endorsements: 39,546

Fallout: New Vegas was released directly before Fallout 4 and was praised by fans as it offered many memorable moments, and some regard it as the best Fallout game. Players wishing to role-play as an NCR veteran ranger are now able to thanks to the NCR Ranger Veteran Armor mod.

The armor fits seamlessly in with the wastelands of Fallout 4 and stands out only due to how epic it looks. It is also full of detail and is fitting for players who prefer ranged combat.

4 K-9 Harness For Dogmeat

Endorsements: 38,091

Dogmeat is perhaps the best companion in Fallout 4 due to his cuteness and the fact that he is the only truly neutral companion in the game. Players can show some extra love to everyone’s favorite furry companion by giving him a K-9 Harness For Dogmeat.

The K-9 Harness mod gives Dogmeat tactical body armor and a backpack with 8 color options. The mod comes with 12 patches that match the factions in the game. One of the patches is an NCR patch that would fit great for players using the NCR Ranger Veteran Armor. The mod also allows Dogmeat to increase his carrying capacity by adding side pouches and a backpack.

5 Black Widow Armor And Pip-boy

Endorsements: 30,441

Black Widow Armor is the perfect armor mod for players wishing to role-play as a futuristic assassin. The armor will cover the player in black except for their head and features a set of glowing goggles that radiate an ominous energy, especially when players are in a dark environment.

This mod features coat physics that adds movement to the coat and prevents it from looking static and dull. It can also be customized at an armor workbench and serves to be an ideal outfit for running an assassin character build.

6 Institute Expeditionary Suit

Endorsements: 17,071

Dealing with radiation in Fallout 4 is a constant struggle. The Institute Expeditionary Suit was created before the institute had advanced Synths to handle aboveground tasks. The suit was designed to keep humans safe from radiation while protecting them from physical harm.

This armor will negate minor radiation when worn and provides radiation protection similar to industrial hazmat suits. The suit looks like a stylish hazmat suit from the future and comes in many different colors. The mod also includes a mask that performs similarly to a gas mask, has a light source, and can accommodate advanced tech modules. When the mask is not worn, it can be attached to the suit’s belt.

7 Private Military Company

Endorsements: 13,833

Judging by how often the player acts as a PMC, it’s no wonder this mod is a hit. The Private Military Company mod adds a helmet, gloves, a standalone vest, and a PMC outfit. The textures are lifelike and are perfect for players wishing to dress their character up as part of a PMC.

Another modder made a Private Military Company Extended mod that adds extra features to the base armor mod. The add-on mod adds 100 unique patches, 14 retextures, and a new load-out. The patches alone are reason enough to get both mods as they add personalization to the PMC armor set. With the PMC outfit and a big gun, players will feel like they were hired to defeat the most powerful enemies in Fallout 4.

8 West Tek Tactical Optics

Endorsements: 30,844

Traveling at night is a risk, especially in the radiated wastelands of the Commonwealth. Tactical optics fit great into Fallout’s atmosphere and give the player advantages. The West Tek Tactical Optics mod provides tactical optics with night vision and thermal vision, giving a superior experience to exploring at night instead of using the Pipboy’s light.

Players can choose between tactical goggles, an eyepatch-styled optic, or a visor goggle. Wearing the goggles gives a bonus +1 to Perception. All goggles have customization options, 8 different colors, and enhancement options.

9 Chinese Stealth Suit

Endorsements: 4,533

Different playstyles demand stealthier armor to maintain immersion. Infiltrator builds in Fallout 4 focus on weapons and perks, but sometimes neglect armor. When it comes to sneaking, nothing is better than a stealth suit. Fans of Fallout 3 & Fallout New Vegas can now equip their favorite stealth suit in Fallout 4.

The Chinese Stealth Suit has a unique appearance that fits melee stealth builds. The mod has added upgrades to the stealth suit to make it stronger, such as a gravitational force field modification to push enemies away. Other enhancements include increasing jumping distance and an electric shock field that activates when sprinting.

10 CROSS Jetpack

Endorsements: 28,465

Starfield players returning to Fallout might miss their boost packs and find themselves craving increased mobility. CROSS Jetpack is a mod that adds a functional non-PA jetpack with custom animations, variants, and upgrades. The jetpack can be worn with other armor and comes in several varieties, so it can complement lots of aesthetics.

Players can fire their weapons while using the jetpacks and have decent air strafing control. The jetpack comes in 32 different colors to ensure players can find a color to their liking. The jetpack can be crafted at a Chemlab and is customized with an armor bench.

11 Wasteland Fashion

Endorsements: 11,477

Not everyone wants to dress like a cutthroat killer and that’s fine. Players running a persuasion focused character might find it more immersive to rock fashionable clothing, as opposed to looking like a murderer. Most of the outfits from the Wasteland Fashion mod all fit into the Fallout universe and include DMG resist.

Some outfits are better for blending in, while others will cause the player to stick out like a sore thumb. With this mod, players can dress fancy while maintaining the rugged appearance of a survivor in the Commonwealth.

12 Simply Cosmetic Pipboy Paintjobs

Endorsements: 684

With how essential the Pip-boy is to gameplay, coloring it to match a player’s outfit is an amazing customization option all gamers must try. Simply Cosmetic adds 8 base color options that can be applied to an armor workbench. The base colors vary from blue, red, black, white, and a special Nuka Cola color.

Local faction members can install an optional file that adds Faction-themed Pip-boy colors such as a Minutemen Theme and a Gunner theme. With how often players stare into the Pip-boy, changing the colors on it will make a large difference.

13 Metro Gas Masks

Endorsements: 5,762

There’s no doubt that the air quality in the Commonwealth is unsafe. The mod adds a few gas masks from the Metro series and others are inspired by real-world models. Metro Gas Masks adds a standard issue US & Soviet gas masks. Each gas mask has four paint options to give players the ability to match the mask to their outfits.

All added gas masks are craftable at a Chembench. The gas masks go well with modded weapons and give players an outfit that will make vanilla players jealous.

14 Militarized Minutemen

Endorsements: 19,721

The Minutemen can feel underwhelming and lack a stronger military feel. Militarized Minutemen resolve this issue, as it vastly overhauls the design of the Minutemen and gives the faction more personality. The Minutemen now have new military-themed clothing, with unique outfits for each rank. Players can obtain higher rank classes by leveling up.

This mod was built for We Are The Minutemen, a mod that overhauls the core function of the Minutemen. After installing both mods, replaying all the Minutemen missions feels more intense as they look and function closer to a proper military unit.

15 Biohazard Suit Redux

Endorsements: 4.279

There are a lot of areas in Fallout 4 that most players would not dare enter without a proper biohazard suit. While the player in Fallout 4 is virtual, they still deserve a proper hazard suit to ward off the worrying level of radiation in the Commonwealth. The Biohazard Suit Redux mod adds 3 visors and 8 color options to choose from.

The hazmat suits have replaced the vanilla hazmat suits, and they can be crafted at a chemistry bench. Some color options include red, yellow, blue, and black.

16 MW2R Shadow Company

Endorsements: 1,859

Modern Warfare fans can now live their fantasy of bringing the Shadow Company to the unsuspecting Commonwealth. The mod adds ported outfits directly from the Modern Warfare 2 Remastered into Fallout 4. All the outfits and helmets come with ballistic weaves to improve function.

Outfits can be crafted at a Chembench. Players have a few variants to pick from including a default option with no pouches. In a recent update, the outfits now include a wetness effect only visible during rain.

17 Mjolnir Mk V(B) Assault Armor

Endorsements: 4,533

In the theme of adding armor from other games, this mod adds Mjolnir Mk V from Halo: Reach and includes lots of customization options. If players care for immersion, this mod will shatter any hopes of that. With this mod, players will look like they were ripped out of Halo and placed into the radiated wastelands of Fallout 4.

Customization options include around 20 color options for specific areas such as helmet, chest, arms, and legs. The mod adds over 6 helmet variants and back attachments to allow players to create their armor design with many unique variations.

18 Concealed Armors

Endorsements: 30,575

Dressing for aesthetics often gets in the way of dressing for armor rating and having low armor in the dangerous lands of the Commonwealth can be a death sentence. Concealing specific armor pieces will remove clashing colors and textures from overlaying each other.

Vanilla clothes will benefit a lot from Concealed Armors as there are plenty of good vanilla armor sets that get covered up by other clothing pieces. Armors can be concealed by adding concealed armor as a mod slot. The concealed armor pieces will also work when given to companions and settlers.

19 The Mercenary – Pack

Endorsements: 27,312

Having the player receive all the attention with a new wardrobe can be sad as no one else can rock a new outfit. The Mercenary – Pack replaces the Gunners’ outfits to make them look more intimidating while still maintaining a vanilla feel.

The Mercenary – Pack also adds 3 other armor mods that all add a serious feel to the intensity of mercenaries in Fallout 4 and also match the art style of the game. All outfits can be found on enemies or vendors as the player levels up.

20 Custom Combat Armor

Endorsements: 15,176

Some players wish to preserve the vanilla style of their games, while others love to go all out and incorporate the wildest designs possible. Customizing armor based on personal preference is possible with Custom Combat Armor as the mod allows players to customize combat armor, vault suits, and synth armor.

The customization options are vast with over 52 color options, 175 unique decals, and 14 new patterns. Players can also change the visual size of armor, hide shoulder or elbow pads, and hide helmets. This mod is compatible with Armorsmith Extended and gives players a chance to add personality to their armor.