Our verdict
The Faherty All Day Shorts and Myles Everyday Short are close. We gave the Faherty All Day Shorts a slight edge at 9/10 over the Myles Everyday Short at 8.5/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. These live up to the hype—the ultimate hybrid that looks tailored but performs like a swim trunk.
Our pick
Faherty All Day Shorts
Myles Everyday Short
$68
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| Attribute | Faherty All Day Shorts | Myles Everyday Short |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Best for | These live up to the hype—the ultimate hybrid that looks tailored but performs like a swim trunk. | The most versatile shorts I own—work out, dress down, even swim—with durable fabric and comfortable fit, though occasional pilling and athletic look require accepting minor tradeoffs. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Faherty All Day Shorts if…
These live up to the hype—the ultimate hybrid that looks tailored but performs like a swim trunk.
- Fast-drying and water-repellent
- Looks tailored despite swim-short durability
Choose the Myles Everyday Short if…
The most versatile shorts I own—work out, dress down, even swim—with durable fabric and comfortable fit, though occasional pilling and athletic look require accepting minor tradeoffs.
- Incredibly comfortable with durable elastic waistband (tested 4+ years)
- Versatile for gym, errands, social events, and swimming
Why we rate them this way
Faherty All Day Shorts — 9/10
These live up to the hype—the ultimate hybrid that looks tailored but performs like a swim trunk.
What we liked: Fast-drying and water-repellent, Looks tailored despite swim-short durability, 4-way stretch and comfortable all day, Made from 75% recycled plastic bottles, Quality pockets and zipper fly.
Myles Everyday Short — 8.5/10
The most versatile shorts I own—work out, dress down, even swim—with durable fabric and comfortable fit, though occasional pilling and athletic look require accepting minor tradeoffs.
What we liked: Incredibly comfortable with durable elastic waistband (tested 4+ years), Versatile for gym, errands, social events, and swimming, Quick-drying and water-repellent, Significantly quieter and softer fabric in updated version, Added back pocket makes it more practical.
Worth knowing: Occasional fabric pilling (requires ~$10 fabric shaver yearly), Athletic appearance—not convincing as casual chinos up close, Less breathable than mesh shorts, Back pocket positioned on right side (reviewer prefers left).
Common questions
Is the Faherty All Day Shorts or the Myles Everyday Short better?
We rated the Faherty All Day Shorts 9/10 and the Myles Everyday Short 8.5/10, so we lean Faherty All Day Shorts — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Faherty All Day Shorts and Myles Everyday Short cost?
The Myles Everyday Short is listed at $68. 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 Myles Everyday Short?
Short version — Faherty All Day Shorts: These live up to the hype—the ultimate hybrid that looks tailored but performs like a swim trunk. Myles Everyday Short: The most versatile shorts I own—work out, dress down, even swim—with durable fabric and comfortable fit, though occasional pilling and athletic look require accepting minor tradeoffs.