With that said though, there's still the job of actually laying your hands on each suit of armor - even if its less 'needle-in-a-haystack' and more 'armor-plate-in-a-galaxy'. There aren't a lot of duds, with nearly every set having its plus-points, but how useful you personally find each piece will depend on your Shepard and your preference of playstyle.
With so much premium protection on offer in the Mass Effect series, trying to recommend the best armor for each game can be tough.