Go Shorty vs Myles Everyday Short: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The Go Shorty and the Myles Everyday Short 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.

Side by side

AttributeGo ShortyMyles Everyday Short
Our rating8.5/108.5/10
Price$88$68
Best forThe lululemon Commission Shorts are the go-to chino short for active men—three builds let you dial in the right fabric.After 4+ years of testing, a top pick for the most versatile short that works from gym to errands to social settings.
Standouts
  • Highly comfortable with ABC gusset technology
  • Lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking fabric
  • Durable, long-lasting construction
  • Multiple pockets including secure zipper
  • Three distinct fabric builds for different needs
  • Super comfortable with lasting elastic waistband
  • Incredibly versatile—works for workouts, errands, casual wear, and swimming
  • Much quieter fabric in new generation
  • Water-repellent and quick-drying performance
  • Back pocket addition makes them more practical
Watch-outs
  • Premium price point
  • Runs small with inconsistent sizing
  • Limited color options
  • Confusing range of style variations
  • Occasional piling (fixable with fabric shaver)
  • More athletic-looking than traditional dress shorts
  • Original version was noisy (improved in new version)
  • Less breathable than mesh shorts

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Go Shorty if…

The lululemon Commission Shorts are the go-to chino short for active men—three builds let you dial in the right fabric.

  • Highly comfortable with ABC gusset technology
  • Lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking fabric
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Choose the Myles Everyday Short if…

After 4+ years of testing, a top pick for the most versatile short that works from gym to errands to social settings.

  • Super comfortable with lasting elastic waistband
  • Incredibly versatile—works for workouts, errands, casual wear, and swimming
Check price

Why we rate them this way

Go Shorty — 8.5/10

The lululemon Commission Shorts are the go-to chino short for active men—three builds let you dial in the right fabric.

What we liked: Highly comfortable with ABC gusset technology, Lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking fabric, Durable, long-lasting construction, Multiple pockets including secure zipper, Three distinct fabric builds for different needs.

Worth knowing: Premium price point, Runs small with inconsistent sizing, Limited color options, Confusing range of style variations.

Myles Everyday Short — 8.5/10

After 4+ years of testing, a top pick for the most versatile short that works from gym to errands to social settings.

What we liked: Super comfortable with lasting elastic waistband, Incredibly versatile—works for workouts, errands, casual wear, and swimming, Much quieter fabric in new generation, Water-repellent and quick-drying performance, Back pocket addition makes them more practical.

Worth knowing: Occasional piling (fixable with fabric shaver), More athletic-looking than traditional dress shorts, Original version was noisy (improved in new version), Less breathable than mesh shorts.

On price, the Myles Everyday Short is the cheaper pick at $68, versus $88 — a difference of about $20.

Common questions

Is the Go Shorty or the Myles Everyday Short better?

We rated both 8.5/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Go Shorty: The lululemon Commission Shorts are the go-to chino short for active men—three builds let you dial in the right fabric. Myles Everyday Short: After 4+ years of testing, a top pick for the most versatile short that works from gym to errands to social settings.

Which is cheaper, the Go Shorty or the Myles Everyday Short?

The Myles Everyday Short is the cheaper of the two at $68, versus $88.

What's the difference between the Go Shorty and the Myles Everyday Short?

Short version — Go Shorty: The lululemon Commission Shorts are the go-to chino short for active men—three builds let you dial in the right fabric. Myles Everyday Short: After 4+ years of testing, a top pick for the most versatile short that works from gym to errands to social settings.

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