Our verdict
Between the Myles Apparel and the The Ultimate Fabletics, we lean toward the Myles Apparel — we rated it 8.5/10 versus 7/10. Everyday Short is the go-to athletic apparel—versatile, durable, and beats luxury brands on value with exceptional customer service.
Our pick
Myles Apparel
$68
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The Ultimate Fabletics
Side by side
| Attribute | Myles Apparel | The Ultimate Fabletics |
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| Our rating | 8.5/10 | 7/10 |
| Best for | Everyday Short is the go-to athletic apparel—versatile, durable, and beats luxury brands on value with exceptional customer service. | Fabletics shorts are genuinely good, but only worth the money on new-member deals—full retail is too pricey. |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Myles Apparel if…
Everyday Short is the go-to athletic apparel—versatile, durable, and beats luxury brands on value with exceptional customer service.
- Versatile Everyday Short works for gym, outdoors, and casual wear
- Tour Pants beat Lululemon ABC on durability and value
Choose the The Ultimate Fabletics if…
Fabletics shorts are genuinely good, but only worth the money on new-member deals—full retail is too pricey.
- Comfortable, sweat-wicking fabric with anti-stink treatment
- Franchise Short is bestseller with hidden phone pocket
Why we rate them this way
Myles Apparel — 8.5/10
Everyday Short is the go-to athletic apparel—versatile, durable, and beats luxury brands on value with exceptional customer service.
What we liked: Versatile Everyday Short works for gym, outdoors, and casual wear, Tour Pants beat Lululemon ABC on durability and value, Excellent warranty service—replaced items years after purchase, Sustainable manufacturing with eco-friendly materials, Continuously improves products based on customer feedback.
The Ultimate Fabletics — 7/10
Fabletics shorts are genuinely good, but only worth the money on new-member deals—full retail is too pricey.
What we liked: Comfortable, sweat-wicking fabric with anti-stink treatment, Franchise Short is bestseller with hidden phone pocket, Excellent new-member sign-up deals (~$12 per pair), VIP membership easy to pause and cancel via chat, Quality holds up through washing and wearing.
Worth knowing: Full retail price ($60–70) too expensive for shorts, Franchise waistband runs noticeably tight, VIP membership auto-charges monthly if forgotten, Courtside fabric side panel more visible in person than photos.
Common questions
Is the Myles Apparel or the The Ultimate Fabletics better?
We rated the Myles Apparel 8.5/10 and the The Ultimate Fabletics 7/10, so we lean Myles Apparel — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Myles Apparel and The Ultimate Fabletics cost?
The Myles Apparel is listed at $68. We don't have a current price on file for the The Ultimate Fabletics — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Myles Apparel and the The Ultimate Fabletics?
Short version — Myles Apparel: Everyday Short is the go-to athletic apparel—versatile, durable, and beats luxury brands on value with exceptional customer service. The Ultimate Fabletics: Fabletics shorts are genuinely good, but only worth the money on new-member deals—full retail is too pricey.