Our verdict
Between the Mugsy Jeans and the Public Rec Pants, we lean toward the Mugsy Jeans — we rated it 10/10 versus 9/10. The most comfortable jeans we've tested—at ~$110, they feel like sweatpants but look like real jeans, earning a 10/10 on comfort.
Our pick
Mugsy Jeans
$112
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Public Rec Pants
$108
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| Our rating | 10/10 | 9/10 |
| Price | $112 | $108 |
| Best for | The most comfortable jeans we've tested—at ~$110, they feel like sweatpants but look like real jeans, earning a 10/10 on comfort. | The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Mugsy Jeans if…
The most comfortable jeans we've tested—at ~$110, they feel like sweatpants but look like real jeans, earning a 10/10 on comfort.
- Feels like sweatpants but looks like real jeans
- Proprietary stretchy fabric moves with you instead of constricting
Choose the Public Rec Pants if…
The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.
- Sweatpant-soft fabric with polished appearance
- Zipper pockets
Why we rate them this way
Mugsy Jeans — 10/10
The most comfortable jeans we've tested—at ~$110, they feel like sweatpants but look like real jeans, earning a 10/10 on comfort.
What we liked: Feels like sweatpants but looks like real jeans, Proprietary stretchy fabric moves with you instead of constricting, Stretchy waist requires no wiggling to put on, Holds shape and waistband doesn't sag after multiple wears, Free returns make it easy to dial in the perfect fit.
Worth knowing: Runs a touch baggy; requires sizing down.
Public Rec Pants — 9/10
The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.
What we liked: Sweatpant-soft fabric with polished appearance, Zipper pockets, Resists wrinkles; excellent for travel, Holds shape over time, Customizable sizing (28-36" inseams).
Worth knowing: Not suitable for formal wear, Not yet fully certified as sustainable.
On price, the Public Rec Pants is the cheaper pick at $108, versus $112 — a difference of about $4.
Common questions
Is the Mugsy Jeans or the Public Rec Pants better?
We rated the Mugsy Jeans 10/10 and the Public Rec Pants 9/10, so we lean Mugsy Jeans — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
Which is cheaper, the Mugsy Jeans or the Public Rec Pants?
The Public Rec Pants is the cheaper of the two at $108, versus $112.
What's the difference between the Mugsy Jeans and the Public Rec Pants?
Short version — Mugsy Jeans: The most comfortable jeans we've tested—at ~$110, they feel like sweatpants but look like real jeans, earning a 10/10 on comfort. Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger nails the rare balance between sweatpant comfort and polished style for everyday wear.