9 Best Basic Men’s Sweatpants that Won’t Break the Bank

What goes around comes back around, or sometimes, it never really leaves. Such is the case with timeless Champion sweatpants, made from warm fleece and featuring an elasticized waistband and thick-knit ankle cuffs for a perfect fit. Pick ‘em up in as many colors as you please, because they’re as affordable and dependable as it gets.

Among the best men’s sweatpants, you’ll find plenty of options made from materials like soft French Terry cotton. The fiber is durable and midweight, neither too heavy or too flimsy, and Reigning Champ uses it to make some of the most durable, high-quality sweats in Vancouver using a classic cuffed ankle finish.

Hanes gives other picks for the best sweatpants a run for their money in terms of quality and value, using a fleece fabric that resists pilling (and comes in a year-round weight, no less). Pair these with a basic T-shirt and cozy slippers when weekend comfort is the name of the game.

Not every pair of sweatpants needs a tapered cuff for streamlined performance – sometimes, a more relaxed fit is agreeable, and can provide even more range of motion. For days at home and mornings in the yoga studio, give these cotton-blend sweatpants a try.

Buying American-made menswear feels like more of a quest than ever these days, but when you find a brand doing things properly, and making a vast array of product in the process, it’s worth another look. Such is the case with Los Angeles Apparel, which uses a heavyweight fleece that’s been garment-dyed for softness in these sweatpants.

For more than a decade, American men’s clothing brand Todd Snyder has focused on updating his menswear favorites of the past for the modern fella.

Take Champion sweatpants. The brand suddenly made the crewneck sweatshirt and the jogger sweatpant cool and even luxurious again by using ultra-premium materials and streamlined fits, and these even feature interior chainstitch detailing.

The best sweatpants shouldn’t require too much thought – simply reach for them, throw ‘em on and forget about ‘em (other than how comfortable they feel).

Alternative uses its eco-friendly soft fleece in a flattering slim-fit silhouette to deliver a pair of sweatpants made for comfortable lounging or on-the-go style with crisp sneakers.

Remember what I noted earlier about upgrading your casual style, even in off-duty situations? Buck Mason is a brand I certainly trust to get the job done, and they’ve put plenty of careful thought into these brushed French Terry cotton trousers in a flattering slim fit.

I personally love the fit and fabric of Bonobos’ classic men’s chinos, but when the day’s work is done, it’s nice to trade those pants in for something even more comfortable. The details remain on point with these ultra-soft fleece sweatpants, which add a handy back patch pocket and feature classic details like ribbed ankle cuffs.