Our verdict
The All Day Every Day Pant and the Public Rec Pants are too close to call — we rated both 8.5/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
All Day Every Day Pant
$108
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Public Rec Pants
$108
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| Attribute | All Day Every Day Pant | Public Rec Pants |
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| Our rating | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | $108 | $108 |
| Best for | Best work-from-home pants we've found—zippered pockets, durability, and comfort make them worth the $98. | The Gamechanger is the clear standout—sweatpant-soft but polished enough to wear anywhere. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the All Day Every Day Pant if…
Best work-from-home pants we've found—zippered pockets, durability, and comfort make them worth the $98.
- Zippered pockets keep phone/keys from sliding out
- Incredibly stretchy and comfortable
Choose the Public Rec Pants if…
The Gamechanger is the clear standout—sweatpant-soft but polished enough to wear anywhere.
- Sweatpant comfort with a dressy, polished appearance
- Versatile enough for casual lounging to semi-formal settings
Why we rate them this way
All Day Every Day Pant — 8.5/10
Best work-from-home pants we've found—zippered pockets, durability, and comfort make them worth the $98.
What we liked: Zippered pockets keep phone/keys from sliding out, Incredibly stretchy and comfortable, Highly breathable and easy to care for, Genuinely durable (tested 3+ years), True to size fit.
Worth knowing: Fabric pilling on dark colors, Marketing 'looks like jeans' claim is misleading, More casual than some buyers expect.
Public Rec Pants — 8.5/10
The Gamechanger is the clear standout—sweatpant-soft but polished enough to wear anywhere.
What we liked: Sweatpant comfort with a dressy, polished appearance, Versatile enough for casual lounging to semi-formal settings, Excellent stretch and shape retention from nylon-spandex blend, Customizable fit with multiple inseam lengths (28–36 inches), Zipper pockets and wrinkle-resistant fabric.
Worth knowing: Not appropriate for truly formal occasions.
On price, both land at about $108.
Common questions
Is the All Day Every Day Pant or the Public Rec Pants better?
We rated both 8.5/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. All Day Every Day Pant: Best work-from-home pants we've found—zippered pockets, durability, and comfort make them worth the $98. Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger is the clear standout—sweatpant-soft but polished enough to wear anywhere.
Which is cheaper, the All Day Every Day Pant or the Public Rec Pants?
They're priced about the same — both around $108.
What's the difference between the All Day Every Day Pant and the Public Rec Pants?
Short version — All Day Every Day Pant: Best work-from-home pants we've found—zippered pockets, durability, and comfort make them worth the $98. Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger is the clear standout—sweatpant-soft but polished enough to wear anywhere.