Our verdict
Between the Lululemon Swim Trunks and the Myles Everyday Short, we lean toward the Lululemon Swim Trunks — we rated it 10/10 versus 8.5/10. Top-pick swim short that looks like casual shorts, dries fast, holds up season after season, versatile for off-beach wear.
Our pick
Lululemon Swim Trunks
$78
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Myles Everyday Short
$68
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| Attribute | Lululemon Swim Trunks | Myles Everyday Short |
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| Our rating | 10/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | $78 | $68 |
| Best for | Top-pick swim short that looks like casual shorts, dries fast, holds up season after season, versatile for off-beach wear. | A top-pick go-to short that works for everything—from workouts and errands to casual wear and even swimming. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Lululemon Swim Trunks if…
Top-pick swim short that looks like casual shorts, dries fast, holds up season after season, versatile for off-beach wear.
- Looks like casual shorts, not overly beach-focused
- Fast-drying and water-repellent
Choose the Myles Everyday Short if…
A top-pick go-to short that works for everything—from workouts and errands to casual wear and even swimming.
- Incredibly comfortable with lasting elastic waistband
- Much quieter fabric (new version improvement)
Why we rate them this way
Lululemon Swim Trunks — 10/10
Top-pick swim short that looks like casual shorts, dries fast, holds up season after season, versatile for off-beach wear.
What we liked: Looks like casual shorts, not overly beach-focused, Fast-drying and water-repellent, Durable through multiple seasons without fading, Multiple pocket options including zippered back pocket, Comfortable, stretchy fit with built-in liner.
Myles Everyday Short — 8.5/10
A top-pick go-to short that works for everything—from workouts and errands to casual wear and even swimming.
What we liked: Incredibly comfortable with lasting elastic waistband, Much quieter fabric (new version improvement), Versatile for workouts, errands, casual, and swimming, Water-repellent and quick-dry performance, Easy to style for different occasions.
Worth knowing: Occasional pilling, More athletic-looking than traditional shorts, Less breathable than mesh alternatives, Not ideal for formal or dressy occasions.
On price, the Myles Everyday Short is the cheaper pick at $68, versus $78 — a difference of about $10.
Common questions
Is the Lululemon Swim Trunks or the Myles Everyday Short better?
We rated the Lululemon Swim Trunks 10/10 and the Myles Everyday Short 8.5/10, so we lean Lululemon Swim Trunks — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
Which is cheaper, the Lululemon Swim Trunks or the Myles Everyday Short?
The Myles Everyday Short is the cheaper of the two at $68, versus $78.
What's the difference between the Lululemon Swim Trunks and the Myles Everyday Short?
Short version — Lululemon Swim Trunks: Top-pick swim short that looks like casual shorts, dries fast, holds up season after season, versatile for off-beach wear. Myles Everyday Short: A top-pick go-to short that works for everything—from workouts and errands to casual wear and even swimming.