We’ve been searching for a cheaper version of the Lululemon ABC Pants, but have we finally found it? The Quince Recycled Comfort Tech Chino high-tech chinos have all the features of much more expensive pants, but are they any good? We provide you our honest Quince Chino Review.
We've found a great, cheaper alternative to Lululemon ABC Pants. We've searched before and came up short... until now. They are comfortable, lightweight and about half the price as ABC pants.
The only downside? The colors are a little unique.
The last time we tried to find some cheaper ABC Pants, we came across the GAP Fit Khakis; they were NOT a cheaper version of ABC Pants – they were a more expensive version of the ugly dad pants. Yikes!
We’ve even come across a better version of lululemon ABC Pants (in many ways) in the Myles Tour Pants (see our Myles Tour Review) – but they were not cheaper than lululemon ABC pants (also, read our ABC Pants Review, too).
A quick comparison of tech chino pants
So, did we finally find it? The cheaper version of ABC Pants? Keep reading our Quince Chino Review to find out!
Want more of the best chino pants? Check our honest guide to the best chinos.
Quince’s Brand Philosophy and Ethical Practices
Quince stands out for its commitment to transparency and sustainable practices. They aim to offer luxury at an honest price by cutting out middlemen. This approach not only saves money but also ensures ethical production.
Their focus on eco-friendly materials reflects a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact while maintaining high-quality standards. This philosophy resonates with a growing number of consumers seeking responsibly-made fashion.
What is Quince?
This is directly from the Quince Website:
Quince made headlines when they announced $50 Cashmere late last year. Since then, they’ve raised the price to $59, but you get the point. I’ve actually got some Quince $59 Cashmere to review that I’ll post my full Quince $59 Cashmere Review shortly!
Read our full Quince Clothing review.
But you get the idea, Quince is all about radically transparency and sustainable practices. We love that!
Be sure to check out our ultimate Quince Review – we give you our perspective on the over 21+ Quince products we’ve had the chance to review.
Environmental Impact of Recycled Materials
Rocking clothes made from recycled stuff—like those Quince Chinos—basically makes you a planet-saving ninja. Less trash. Fewer wasted resources. And recycled polyester? It’s like the overachiever of fabrics, sipping water and using way less energy than its drama-prone cousin, virgin polyester.
Bonus: you’re cutting back on petroleum dependence. That means fewer landfills stuffed with sad sweaters and a little less greenhouse gas doing its thing.
Long story short, swapping in recycled fabrics is an easy win for a more sustainable closet—and your eco-conscious side will be doing a happy dance.
Quince Chino Review: What makes these chinos different?
Quince doesn’t pretend that it’s trying to make a cheaper ABC pant at all. In fact, this is right on their website:
According to their own chart, they are cheaper, have recycled materials, offer free shipping and free 365 Day Returns. So, let’s jump in and see how Quince Chinos compare to Lululemon ABC Pants.
Durability and Maintenance
Quince Chinos are tough, but they’re not invincible. Treat ’em right, and they’ll stick around way longer.
Rule number one: cold water wash. Rule number two: hang dry. Basically, give them a spa day instead of a spin in the dryer. Your reward? Fabric that stays strong and colors that don’t fade faster than your New Year’s resolutions.
ABC Pants are a little more chill thanks to their Warpstreme fabric. They can take a bit more abuse, but still—why gamble? Gentle care = longer life.
Moral of the story: how you wash your pants is like how you treat your friendships—be rough and they’ll bail, be nice and they’ll last forever.
Quince Chinos Review: How are they similar to ABC Pants?
Both Lululemon ABC Pants and Quince Recycled Comfort Tech Chinos are made from polyester. Quince says they are made from 63% polyester, 33% rayon, and 4% stretch. The ABC Pants say they are made from 100% Polyester. However, they’ve coined their polyester Warmstreme (read more: What is Warpstreme?). But both are essentially 100% Polyester.
First of all, Quince Chinos are made from recycled Polyester. Do you know what Polyester is made from? Plastic – so it’s a great way to recycle!
Quince Chinos vs. ABC Pants: The similarities
Thes first thing you’ll notice is simply how similar the pants look next to each other, but you need to dive a little deeper if you want to really know if these are a cheaper version of ABC Pants.
There are many similarities between the two pairs of pants (for comparison purposes, when I mention ABC Pants, I’m specifically talking about lululemon ABC Slim-Fit Trouser warpstreme pants in this review)
✅ Four-way stretch
✅ Similar material
✅ Chino Style
✅ Reflective Cuffs
✅ Stretch Waist Band
✅ Sweat-wicking
✅ Won’t crush your man-hood
It’s incredibly obvious that Quince was trying to go right after the ABC pants in making this pair of pants – that’s OK! However, there are a couple of key differences, too.
Quince Chino Review: How it’s different than ABC Pants
Quince Recycled Comfort Chinos
✅ (NEW) Integrated Button
❌ No gusset (read: what’s a gusset)
✅ Printed, brighter reflective cuffs
✅ Recycled Materials
✅ No seam behind knee
✅ $49.90
Lululemon ABC Pants
✅ Integrated button
✅ Gusset
✅ Fabric reflective cuffs
❌ Not recycled materials
❌ Seam behind knee
❌ $128
Overall, you simply can’t be the price of the Quince Chinos – you can buy 2.56 pairs of the Quince Chinos for the price of ONE pair of ABC Pants. That’s nuts!
Let’s jump into the differences and, perhaps, how Quince was able to make a cheaper ABC Pant.
Read more about other ABC Pant Alternatives and more great Chino pants.
Quince Chinos: NEW Integrated button
The newest version of the Quince Chinos (or the Ultra-Stretch 24/7 Smart Chino, if you want to be technical), now includes a button! Even better!
This isn’t a deal-killer, but one easy way to cut down on costs, for sure. Compare that to lululemon’s ABC Pant button which is built-into the pants.
Quince Chinos: No Gusset
Once again, this isn’t a deal killer, but I’m sure a gusset makes pants more expensive. It also makes them stretchier and less like to wear out so quickly. Read more about what is a gusset. The lululemon ABC pants all have a gusset (even do some jeans like Duer Jeans).
Super sharp-looking pants that are incredibly comfortable, too. These pants also have a gusset for extra durability.
Note, some of the newer Quince pants, like the ProTech Golf pants, DO have a gusset.
Reflective Cuffs
Two main differences here between the ABC Pants and Quince Chinos. The reflective cuffs on the Quince Chinos are actually on the back the of the leg:
I actually think this is preferable to the ABC Pants, which are on the side of the leg.
I also feel like the Quince Chinos are MORE reflective. However, they are more “printed” on the pants, whereas the ABC Pants are a piece of reflective fabric built-in.
The Quince Chinos are printed fairly thick, and I doubt they would wash off any time soon, but I’d also guess it was more expensive for lululemon to put fabric in the pants that was reflective vs. just printing it on the side of the pants.
Understanding Quince: A Brand Redefining Affordable Fashion
When you stack Quince Chinos up against the competition, the math is a no-brainer. These bad boys cost way less than ABC Pants—like, over 60% less. That’s an extra coffee habit right there.
And it’s not just a one-time win. The recycled fabric is tough, which means you’re not replacing them every time you sneeze too hard. Fewer replacements. Fatter wallet. More smug satisfaction every time someone asks where you got your pants.
Customer Reviews and Feedback
People won’t shut up about how comfy and budget-friendly Quince Chinos are. They’re the kind of pants you can wear all day without plotting your escape, thanks to the stretchy, soft fabric that somehow looks sharp too.
Meanwhile, ABC Pants definitely feel fancier. But a lot of folks are like, “Cool… not $100-more-cool.” Basically, you’re paying for a premium vibe, not a life-changing pant experience.
Moral of the story? Check the reviews (including our ABC Pant Alternative review), know your comfort level, and pick the pair that won’t make your wallet cry.
Quince Chino Review the final verdict: They are cheaper ABC Pants
I’ll put it to you as straightforward as I possibly can: I still love lululemon ABC Pants and Myles Tour Pants. They are great pants. But are they more than 2x better than the Quince Recycled Comfort Chinos? NO.
While I still think the ABC Pants and Tour Pants are slightly higher quality – I think the tweaks Quince made to make this Comfort Tech Chino work are fair trade-offs. Once again, I don’t think that ABC Pants are twice as good as the Quince Chinos.
We've found a great, cheaper alternative to Lululemon ABC Pants. We've searched before and came up short... until now. They are comfortable, lightweight and about half the price as ABC pants.
The only downside? The colors are a little unique.
Final Verdict: If I gave the lululemon ABC Pants 4.9 Stars – ignoring price – I’d give the Quince a 4.8. Add price into the equation, and they are a lot closer!
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Your Quince review/suggestion is awesome. I plan to check into their site just as soon as I finish my comment here. One minor err in your review when referencing and/or comparing with lululemon abc, you in fact provide lululemon’s commission pant photo which is their chino cut pant with vertical side loading front pockets and horizontal slit rear interior load pockets, just like a traditional chino has. Their abc pant is basically cut like a pair of classic jeans with a 5 pocket scenario having two horizontal front loading pockets, one with an extra pocket at the top just like a pair of jeans would have, but not a pair of chinos. The abc rear 2 pockets are exterior surface pockets also, just like a pair of jeans would have. So the fact that you’re comparing quince’s chino-like pant to lululemon’s chino-like pant , the only correction needed would be replacing ‘ABC’ wording with ‘Commission’ since your photo is in fact a pair of their Commission pant.
Yeah, they keep changing the names of these pants and it’s super confusing. ABC Pant Slim, Etc. Thanks got the catch.
Your’e reviews are super comprehensive. Thanks!
Have you tried the VRST Men’s Commuter Athletic Fit Pants? The Quince don’t come in black.
Thanks! I haven’t heard of them, but I’ll check it out!