Olivers All Over Short vs Go Shorty: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

Between the Go Shorty and the Olivers All Over Short, we lean toward the Go Shorty — we rated it 8.5/10 versus 6.5/10. The go-to chino short for active men—ultimate comfort with three style options, but at a premium price.

Side by side

AttributeGo ShortyOlivers All Over Short
Our rating8.5/106.5/10
Price$88$75
Best forThe go-to chino short for active men—ultimate comfort with three style options, but at a premium price.Loved for 3+ years but new front-leg logo killed our seal of approval—Myles Everyday Short is the better buy.
Standouts
  • ABC gusset design provides exceptional comfort and durability
  • Lightweight, breathable Warpstreme fabric with moisture-wicking
  • Three distinct fabric builds (Warpstreme, WovenAir, Golf) for different needs
  • Durable, long-lasting construction
  • Secure pockets including zippered option
  • Excellent moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric
  • Very lightweight and comfortable in heat
  • Runs true to size with multiple inseam options
  • Originally had virtually zero branding
  • Versatile for athletic and casual wear
Watch-outs
  • High price compared to alternatives
  • Sizing runs small
  • Limited color options
  • New raised logo on front leg is noticeable on lighter colors
  • No back pocket like updated Myles shorts
  • Doesn't dress up as easily as Myles Everyday Short
  • Added branding contradicts original appeal

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Go Shorty if…

The go-to chino short for active men—ultimate comfort with three style options, but at a premium price.

  • ABC gusset design provides exceptional comfort and durability
  • Lightweight, breathable Warpstreme fabric with moisture-wicking
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Choose the Olivers All Over Short if…

Loved for 3+ years but new front-leg logo killed our seal of approval—Myles Everyday Short is the better buy.

  • Excellent moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric
  • Very lightweight and comfortable in heat
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Why we rate them this way

Go Shorty — 8.5/10

The go-to chino short for active men—ultimate comfort with three style options, but at a premium price.

What we liked: ABC gusset design provides exceptional comfort and durability, Lightweight, breathable Warpstreme fabric with moisture-wicking, Three distinct fabric builds (Warpstreme, WovenAir, Golf) for different needs, Durable, long-lasting construction, Secure pockets including zippered option.

Worth knowing: High price compared to alternatives, Sizing runs small, Limited color options.

Olivers All Over Short — 6.5/10

Loved for 3+ years but new front-leg logo killed our seal of approval—Myles Everyday Short is the better buy.

What we liked: Excellent moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric, Very lightweight and comfortable in heat, Runs true to size with multiple inseam options, Originally had virtually zero branding, Versatile for athletic and casual wear.

Worth knowing: New raised logo on front leg is noticeable on lighter colors, No back pocket like updated Myles shorts, Doesn't dress up as easily as Myles Everyday Short, Added branding contradicts original appeal.

On price, the Olivers All Over Short is the cheaper pick at $75, versus $88 — a difference of about $13.

Common questions

Is the Go Shorty or the Olivers All Over Short better?

We rated the Go Shorty 8.5/10 and the Olivers All Over Short 6.5/10, so we lean Go Shorty — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).

Which is cheaper, the Go Shorty or the Olivers All Over Short?

The Olivers All Over Short is the cheaper of the two at $75, versus $88.

What's the difference between the Go Shorty and the Olivers All Over Short?

Short version — Go Shorty: The go-to chino short for active men—ultimate comfort with three style options, but at a premium price. Olivers All Over Short: Loved for 3+ years but new front-leg logo killed our seal of approval—Myles Everyday Short is the better buy.

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