Lululemon vs Rhone: which sweatpant to buy, and when
Both land in the premium tier: the Lululemon Steady State Jogger at $128, the Rhone Spar Fleece Jogger at $128. Here is how they stack up, head to head.
| Lululemon | Rhone | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $128 | $128 |
| Material | Cotton/modal/elastane blend, ~10oz, soft brushed interior. | Brushed polyester/elastane technical fleece, soft interior, quick-drying. |
| Fit | Clean tapered fit, true to size; flattering and go-anywhere. | Clean tapered fit, true to size; reads refined and tailored. |
| Quality | Premium feel, mid durability — genuinely soft and well-cut, the interior softens with wear. | Premium feel, mid durability — soft and well-finished, the brushed interior softens with wear. |
| Best for | Soft everyday wear, clean athleisure outfits, and the Lululemon ecosystem. | Refined low-logo athleisure, work-from-home wear, and travel. |
| Care | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low or hang dry to preserve the soft hand. | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low; the technical fleece dries fast and holds shape. |
Both the Lululemon Steady State and the Rhone Spar Fleece land at exactly $128, so this isn't a price decision at all. It's fabric philosophy: Lululemon's cotton/modal/elastane blend gives you a soft brushed interior with real cotton hand, while Rhone's brushed polyester technical fleece is quick-drying and reads dressier and more tailored.
- The case for Lululemon
- Cotton-blend natural hand, ~10oz brushed interior, clean tapered cut, Lululemon ecosystem, softens with wear
- The case for Rhone
- Quick-drying technical fleece, refined tailored look, low-logo styling, travel-friendly, work-from-home ready
VerdictThe pick
Since both cost $128, pick by what the fabric does for you. Buy the Lululemon if you want a cotton-blend hand and the brushed-cotton feel for everyday athleisure. Pay the same for the Rhone if you'd rather have a dressier, quick-drying jogger for travel and work-from-home, with a deliberately low-logo look. Neither wins on durability since both are mid there, so let cotton-vs-technical and casual-vs-refined make the call.
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