CRZ YOGAMen's Linerless Workout Shorts - 5'' Lightweight Quick Dry for Running Sports Athletic Gym with Pockets

These are commonly referred to as a dupe of the much more expensive Lululemon shorts. I needed athletic shorts and ordered both at the same time with a 5-inch inseam and linerless to see how close they actually are. I like a good deal, but I am also quite picky about quality and longevity. I read many reviews before buying, and here is the review I wish I had read.So...Are these just as good as the expensive shorts for less than half the price?-Fit:The term dupe means the same exact cut as the original. So, are they a true dupe? They are close.I ordered the 5-inch inseam in the CRZ shorts, and it feels more like a 6-inch inseam, so I tend to roll the band, which makes them feel more like a 5-inch inseam. You can see this difference in the pictures I've provided. Overall, they fit true to size. I ordered a L in both brands, and they fit about the same, maybe with slightly more leg room in the CRZ shorts.-Feel:Many say they feel exactly like the LL shorts. I'm fairly picky and disagree.It's closer in fit than it is in feel. They are not as soft, though they still feel quite nice in their own way. This could be due to the LL shorts' material being brushed in production or the material composition. The LL pace breaker shorts use rayon, which is a more premium fabric than the spandex used in the CRZ shorts. CRZ's material is thinner than the LL pace breaker, which makes them feel "flowy" in comparison. I like how lightweight the CRZ shorts feel. It barely feels like you have anything on.-Finish:You mostly get what you pay for here, with a little caveat...The pockets on the CRZ shorts are much better at accommodating my larger iPhone 11 Pro Max. Very deep pockets. The zipper on the CRZ shorts does feel a bit thinner and not as high quality as the LL. The pace breaker zipper feels sturdier and glides open with ease. The zipper on the CRZ is not as smooth. Hardware like zippers, grommets, buttons, etc., are where some costs were cut.I was hesitant to order these with people complaining about the drawstring fraying from the metal end coming loose after washing. I followed the wash instructions using cold water and air drying. I did not have this problem. I'm inclined to believe it's user error, assuming the metal end was more likely to come loose with heat and friction. The LL shorts use a plastic branded drawstring end, and the CRZ shorts use metal. The metal feels more premium by far.The CRZ shorts have a silicone label at the hem, and the LL have a stiffer plastic label. Silicone labels tend to not hold up as well if they are heat pressed. The CRZ branding seems to hold up well after washes.The color of the CRZ shorts is fairly accurate to the images shown online. I ordered a pair of the Green Sage and Gull Grey.-Final Verdict:Will I be buying more CRZ shorts or more Lululemon? I will be buying more CRZ.With the CRZ shorts, you get a little more than you pay for, and with the Lululemon, I think you are paying more than what you actually get. Comparing these two isn't fair, and I think the CRZ are good in their own way. I will be buying more of whatever lasts longer ultimately and will update this review if anything changes.-TL;DR: Buy the CRZ because they are good in their own way and not because they are a dupe.

These are the best shorts I’ve ever owned! I have 3 pairs so far all in black. I look forward to buying more in colors. I love the zipable pockets, the build quality is very good as well! It’s nice and thick durable fabric with just the right amount of stretch. They fit just the way you would want for an athletic short, not too tight. These are definitely worth spending a little more because the value is very much worth it. My new favorite shorts, I’m so glad a gave these a shot and you will be too!

These shorts fit well, are comfortable, and the pockets are quite nice and hold heavier items well enough for me. I hate the lulu lemon comparison though.I own both pairs of shorts and have worn the lulu lemons over the past year and half while having these shorts for about a month. Through multiple wears of these I can tell you there is a noticeable difference for me in comfort, thickness, pocket quality, material, and how the shorts ride up on me. I love the lulu lemon shorts and in a perfect world would buy only those. The only problem is they’re over twice as much as these shorts.Conclusively these are a great pair of shorts that serve well and are worth the money. Objectively, I enjoy the lulu lemon shorts significantly more but when factoring cost relative to quality I give both shorts 5 stars and am glad to own and use both. I am interested in long term quality of these because my lulu Lemons have been through the wash 20+ times and look great with no frays or discoloration.

I got these for my boyfriend and he absolutely loves them. Color goes with so many of his clothes. He can dress them up or down. He’s a very active man so he loves to workout in them. When he sweats there is no stain. They are so buttery soft and very lightweight. Wash and dry really good. He’s had them for few months and still a staple in his everyday wear.

Great shorts for athletics or just everyday wear. Good length, good quality. Zipper pocket is a nice touch.

Shorts fit and look great. I was looking for a comfy casual short with a zipper pocket and these fit the bill. One side zipper pocket on the right can fit a phone and maybe a bit more. One thing I wish is for the drawstring to be on the inside rather than the outside. I think it would just look much cleaner with it on the inside. Description says you can change it but it doesn't seem like I can pull the drawstring out. It's almost as if it's sewed inside in the back somewhere.

You know what these shorts have that no other athletic shorts on earth have? A zippered pocket big enough for a modern cell phone. Not some little teeny zippered pouch that might hold a single key and a folded flip-phone from 1999, a pocket big enough to actually, no kidding, hold a normal cell phone in 2025. MIND BLOWN. Otherwise, they are fine, lightweight, unlined, quick-drying shorts, that seem to be holding up well, and are reasonably comfortable. They aren't "yoga shorts" by some definitions, but you can run in them, and your phone won't fly out of your pocket and down the storm drain. That alone is worth 5 stars.

My husband loves these shorts. He wears them almost everyday for the gym. I’ve ordered him 5 more in different colors. He’s had on pair for almost 2 years and they’re still in amazing condition. They’re comfortable, the color doesn’t fade, and the quality is unmatched especially for under $30.