Ten Thousand vs Lululemon: which sweatpant wins?
Both land in the premium tier — the Ten Thousand Sequoia Jogger at $118, the Lululemon Steady State Jogger at $128, just $10 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Ten Thousand | Lululemon | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $118 | $128 |
| Material | Heavier brushed cotton-blend fleece, ~11oz, reinforced seams. | Cotton/modal/elastane blend, ~10oz, soft brushed interior. |
| Fit | Tapered athletic fit, true to size; built for movement. | Clean tapered fit, true to size; flattering and go-anywhere. |
| Quality | Premium build — substantial fleece, reinforced seams and pockets, holds up to hard training. | Premium feel, mid durability — genuinely soft and well-cut, the interior softens with wear. |
| Best for | Hard training, durable no-logo joggers, and gym-to-street wear. | Soft everyday wear, clean athleisure outfits, and the Lululemon ecosystem. |
| Care | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low; the heavier fleece holds shape across washes. | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low or hang dry to preserve the soft hand. |
Ten Thousand's Sequoia is the heavier pant — roughly 11oz brushed fleece with reinforced seams and pockets at $118 — while Lululemon's Steady State is a softer, roughly 10oz cotton/modal/elastane jogger at $128. The cheaper option is also the more substantial one.
- The case for Ten Thousand
- The Sequoia wins on build for $10 less: heavier ~11oz fleece, reinforced seams and pockets, a no-logo look, and a shape that holds across washes and hard training.
- The case for Lululemon
- The Steady State wins on hand-feel and range — a genuinely soft brushed cotton/modal blend with elastane stretch and a clean tapered cut that goes anywhere.
The bottom lineWhich should you buy?
Buy the Sequoia if you train in your joggers or simply want the pair that lasts — heavier fabric, reinforced construction, and a lower price is a rare alignment. Step up to the Steady State only if softness and drape are the whole point; Lululemon's own profile concedes mid durability and an interior that softens over time. Paying $10 more for lighter, less durable fabric only makes sense if feel outranks lifespan for you. For most buyers in this matchup, the Sequoia is the straightforward answer.
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