Our verdict
The Public Rec and the Western Rise are too close to call — we rated both 8/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Public Rec
Western Rise
$108
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| Attribute | Public Rec | Western Rise |
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| Our rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Best for | The All Day Every Day Pants deliver on comfort and versatility—buy them, skip the rest. | Western Rise won us over with excellent performance pieces, but size up and skip their overpriced basics. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Public Rec if…
The All Day Every Day Pants deliver on comfort and versatility—buy them, skip the rest.
- Incredibly comfortable even after years of wear
- True-to-size fit with reliable sizing
Choose the Western Rise if…
Western Rise won us over with excellent performance pieces, but size up and skip their overpriced basics.
- Spectrum Jogger incredibly comfortable and super stretchy
- Made in the USA
Why we rate them this way
Public Rec — 8/10
The All Day Every Day Pants deliver on comfort and versatility—buy them, skip the rest.
What we liked: Incredibly comfortable even after years of wear, True-to-size fit with reliable sizing, Unbranded athleisure that works for the office, Versatile for travel, work, and casual wear, Beats most $100+ joggers on comfort and durability.
Worth knowing: Expensive at $98-$128 per pair, Waist runs snug; sizing up often recommended, Look too casual for formal occasions (resemble sweatpants), Shirts and tees are unremarkable; skip them.
Western Rise — 8/10
Western Rise won us over with excellent performance pieces, but size up and skip their overpriced basics.
What we liked: Spectrum Jogger incredibly comfortable and super stretchy, Made in the USA, Focused on sustainability with recycled materials, Water and stain resistant technical fabrics, Timeless designs that stand the test of time.
Worth knowing: Sizing runs small—need to size up, $48 X-Cotton tee overpriced vs. alternatives, Limited stretch in many pieces, Slim pant cut may not work for all body types.
Common questions
Is the Public Rec or the Western Rise better?
We rated both 8/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Public Rec: The All Day Every Day Pants deliver on comfort and versatility—buy them, skip the rest. Western Rise: Western Rise won us over with excellent performance pieces, but size up and skip their overpriced basics.
How much do the Public Rec and Western Rise cost?
The Western Rise is listed at $108. We don't have a current price on file for the Public Rec — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Public Rec and the Western Rise?
Short version — Public Rec: The All Day Every Day Pants deliver on comfort and versatility—buy them, skip the rest. Western Rise: Western Rise won us over with excellent performance pieces, but size up and skip their overpriced basics.