Faherty All Day Shorts vs Go Shorty: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The Faherty All Day Shorts and the Go Shorty are too close to call — we rated both 9/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.

Side by side

AttributeFaherty All Day ShortsGo Shorty
Our rating9/109/10
Best forThe ultimate 'do-anything' hybrid short that looks like a chino but performs like a swim trunk—these live up to the hype.The go-to chino short for active men—three distinct fabric builds let you dial in comfort for any occasion.
Standouts
  • Extremely comfortable and stretchy
  • Dries exceptionally fast
  • Hybrid design that looks tailored but swims
  • Water-repellent and quick-drying performance
  • Made from recycled plastic bottles (75% recycled polyester)
  • ABC gusset technology eliminates discomfort and boosts durability
  • Lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking Warpstreme fabric
  • Multiple fabric options (Warpstreme, WovenAir, Golf)
  • Secure pockets including zippered pocket
  • No problematic knee seam like ABC pants
Watch-outs
  • Pattern colors look more like swim trunks than chino shorts
  • Requires careful care (no fabric softeners, cold wash only)
  • Expensive compared to alternatives
  • Sizing runs small
  • Limited color options
  • Confusing variety of style options

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Faherty All Day Shorts if…

The ultimate 'do-anything' hybrid short that looks like a chino but performs like a swim trunk—these live up to the hype.

  • Extremely comfortable and stretchy
  • Dries exceptionally fast
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Choose the Go Shorty if…

The go-to chino short for active men—three distinct fabric builds let you dial in comfort for any occasion.

  • ABC gusset technology eliminates discomfort and boosts durability
  • Lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking Warpstreme fabric
Check price

Why we rate them this way

Faherty All Day Shorts — 9/10

The ultimate 'do-anything' hybrid short that looks like a chino but performs like a swim trunk—these live up to the hype.

What we liked: Extremely comfortable and stretchy, Dries exceptionally fast, Hybrid design that looks tailored but swims, Water-repellent and quick-drying performance, Made from recycled plastic bottles (75% recycled polyester).

Worth knowing: Pattern colors look more like swim trunks than chino shorts, Requires careful care (no fabric softeners, cold wash only).

Go Shorty — 9/10

The go-to chino short for active men—three distinct fabric builds let you dial in comfort for any occasion.

What we liked: ABC gusset technology eliminates discomfort and boosts durability, Lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking Warpstreme fabric, Multiple fabric options (Warpstreme, WovenAir, Golf), Secure pockets including zippered pocket, No problematic knee seam like ABC pants.

Worth knowing: Expensive compared to alternatives, Sizing runs small, Limited color options, Confusing variety of style options.

Common questions

Is the Faherty All Day Shorts or the Go Shorty better?

We rated both 9/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Faherty All Day Shorts: The ultimate 'do-anything' hybrid short that looks like a chino but performs like a swim trunk—these live up to the hype. Go Shorty: The go-to chino short for active men—three distinct fabric builds let you dial in comfort for any occasion.

How much do the Faherty All Day Shorts and Go Shorty cost?

The Go Shorty is listed at $88. We don't have a current price on file for the Faherty All Day Shorts — check the latest on its review page.

What's the difference between the Faherty All Day Shorts and the Go Shorty?

Short version — Faherty All Day Shorts: The ultimate 'do-anything' hybrid short that looks like a chino but performs like a swim trunk—these live up to the hype. Go Shorty: The go-to chino short for active men—three distinct fabric builds let you dial in comfort for any occasion.

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