Disagree as action points are so scarce, but I can see that doesn't seem to be a popular opinion...
To be fair this isn't really supposed to be a part of the "action economy" as much as a way to prevent exploits.
Characters simply aren't supposed to change what they are wearing in combat.
Just to be clear: ifwe are talking about going back and forth between you EQUIPPED ranged and melee weapons, on the other hand, I'm all AGAINST make it use an action.
I don't care if it's somewhat "realistic". It would be boring as hell to have your options limited in that sense.