Our verdict
Between the Myles Apparel and the The Ultimate Fabletics, we lean toward the Myles Apparel — we rated it 9/10 versus 6.5/10. We've worn 11+ Myles products for years—they're genuinely better on durability and value, with a 5-year guarantee that actually works.
Our pick
Myles Apparel
$68
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The Ultimate Fabletics
Side by side
| Attribute | Myles Apparel | The Ultimate Fabletics |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Best for | We've worn 11+ Myles products for years—they're genuinely better on durability and value, with a 5-year guarantee that actually works. | Good shorts, but only worth buying on the VIP signup deal; skip at full retail price. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Myles Apparel if…
We've worn 11+ Myles products for years—they're genuinely better on durability and value, with a 5-year guarantee that actually works.
- Everyday Short is a go-to athletic short
- Tour Pants beat lululemon ABC Pants on durability and value
Choose the The Ultimate Fabletics if…
Good shorts, but only worth buying on the VIP signup deal; skip at full retail price.
- Sweat-wicking, anti-stink fabric
- Hidden phone pocket
Why we rate them this way
Myles Apparel — 9/10
We've worn 11+ Myles products for years—they're genuinely better on durability and value, with a 5-year guarantee that actually works.
What we liked: Everyday Short is a go-to athletic short, Tour Pants beat lululemon ABC Pants on durability and value, 5-year guarantee actually honored in practice, Continuous product improvement based on customer feedback, Eco-friendly materials and transparent supply chain.
The Ultimate Fabletics — 6.5/10
Good shorts, but only worth buying on the VIP signup deal; skip at full retail price.
What we liked: Sweat-wicking, anti-stink fabric, Hidden phone pocket, Fantastic signup deals (2 shorts for $24, ~$12/pair), VIP membership easy to cancel anytime via chat, Comfortable fit.
Worth knowing: Full retail price is prohibitively expensive ($60–70/pair), Must join VIP membership model to access good pricing, Franchise waistband runs tight, Courtside fabric side panel more noticeable in person than photos.
Common questions
Is the Myles Apparel or the The Ultimate Fabletics better?
We rated the Myles Apparel 9/10 and the The Ultimate Fabletics 6.5/10, so we lean Myles Apparel — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Myles Apparel and The Ultimate Fabletics cost?
The Myles Apparel is listed at $68. We don't have a current price on file for the The Ultimate Fabletics — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Myles Apparel and the The Ultimate Fabletics?
Short version — Myles Apparel: We've worn 11+ Myles products for years—they're genuinely better on durability and value, with a 5-year guarantee that actually works. The Ultimate Fabletics: Good shorts, but only worth buying on the VIP signup deal; skip at full retail price.