Our verdict
The Public Rec Pants and the ABC Pant are too close to call — we rated both 9/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Public Rec Pants
$108
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ABC Pant
Side by side
| Attribute | Public Rec Pants | ABC Pant |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Best for | The Gamechanger is the standout pair—sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, and we'd buy them again. | Gold standard for versatile men's pants—comfortable all-day, office-polished, hold shape through 100+ washes. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Public Rec Pants if…
The Gamechanger is the standout pair—sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, and we'd buy them again.
- Sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere
- Holds shape without wrinkling, great for travel
Choose the ABC Pant if…
Gold standard for versatile men's pants—comfortable all-day, office-polished, hold shape through 100+ washes.
- Comfortable all-day, polished enough for the office
- Hold their shape across 100+ washes with no real wear
Why we rate them this way
Public Rec Pants — 9/10
The Gamechanger is the standout pair—sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, and we'd buy them again.
What we liked: Sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, Holds shape without wrinkling, great for travel, Stretchy nylon-spandex blend moves with you all day, Customizable sizing with multiple inseam lengths, Zipper pockets.
Worth knowing: Not suitable for truly formal occasions.
ABC Pant — 9/10
Gold standard for versatile men's pants—comfortable all-day, office-polished, hold shape through 100+ washes.
What we liked: Comfortable all-day, polished enough for the office, Hold their shape across 100+ washes with no real wear, Cost-per-wear justified despite premium price, Multiple fit/style options (Classic, Slim, Trouser, Jogger, Golf), Wide range of sizes (28-40, inseams 28-37).
Worth knowing: Premium price ($128-$148) is a barrier for budget shoppers.
Common questions
Is the Public Rec Pants or the ABC Pant better?
We rated both 9/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger is the standout pair—sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, and we'd buy them again. ABC Pant: Gold standard for versatile men's pants—comfortable all-day, office-polished, hold shape through 100+ washes.
How much do the Public Rec Pants and ABC Pant cost?
The Public Rec Pants is listed at $108. We don't have a current price on file for the ABC Pant — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Public Rec Pants and the ABC Pant?
Short version — Public Rec Pants: The Gamechanger is the standout pair—sweatpant-soft yet polished enough to wear anywhere, and we'd buy them again. ABC Pant: Gold standard for versatile men's pants—comfortable all-day, office-polished, hold shape through 100+ washes.