Our verdict
The Myles Everyday Pants and the Mizzen + Main Helmsman 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.
Myles Everyday Pants
$128
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Mizzen + Main Helmsman
$138
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| Attribute | Myles Everyday Pants | Mizzen + Main Helmsman |
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| Our rating | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | $128 | $138 |
| Best for | Most-worn pant in our closet—better than lululemon ABC, skip only for the office. | Third-generation finally gets it right: 4-way stretch, wrinkle-resistant, and actually looks like dress pants instead of golf pants. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Myles Everyday Pants if…
Most-worn pant in our closet—better than lululemon ABC, skip only for the office.
- Versatile enough for gym, happy hour, casual work, and weekend errands
- 4-way stretch with water-repellent finish
Choose the Mizzen + Main Helmsman if…
Third-generation finally gets it right: 4-way stretch, wrinkle-resistant, and actually looks like dress pants instead of golf pants.
- 4-way stretch (major upgrade from 2-way previous generation)
- Looks like actual dress pants, not technical wear in disguise
Why we rate them this way
Myles Everyday Pants — 8.5/10
Most-worn pant in our closet—better than lululemon ABC, skip only for the office.
What we liked: Versatile enough for gym, happy hour, casual work, and weekend errands, 4-way stretch with water-repellent finish, Maintains shape and comfort after repeated washing, Outperforms lululemon ABC Pant, Secure back pocket with hidden zipper.
Worth knowing: Not suitable for formal office environments, Fit varies by size—check before ordering.
Mizzen + Main Helmsman — 8.5/10
Third-generation finally gets it right: 4-way stretch, wrinkle-resistant, and actually looks like dress pants instead of golf pants.
What we liked: 4-way stretch (major upgrade from 2-way previous generation), Looks like actual dress pants, not technical wear in disguise, Lightweight and breathable (doesn't trap heat), Wrinkle-resistant, machine washable, No awkward seams or design lines that give away the technical fabric.
Worth knowing: Slim fit runs baggy through the legs, Only available in one fit (Slim), $135 is mid-range pricing, not budget-friendly, More casual end of the chino spectrum—limited formal versatility.
On price, the Myles Everyday Pants is the cheaper pick at $128, versus $138 — a difference of about $10.
Common questions
Is the Myles Everyday Pants or the Mizzen + Main Helmsman better?
We rated both 8.5/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Myles Everyday Pants: Most-worn pant in our closet—better than lululemon ABC, skip only for the office. Mizzen + Main Helmsman: Third-generation finally gets it right: 4-way stretch, wrinkle-resistant, and actually looks like dress pants instead of golf pants.
Which is cheaper, the Myles Everyday Pants or the Mizzen + Main Helmsman?
The Myles Everyday Pants is the cheaper of the two at $128, versus $138.
What's the difference between the Myles Everyday Pants and the Mizzen + Main Helmsman?
Short version — Myles Everyday Pants: Most-worn pant in our closet—better than lululemon ABC, skip only for the office. Mizzen + Main Helmsman: Third-generation finally gets it right: 4-way stretch, wrinkle-resistant, and actually looks like dress pants instead of golf pants.