Gap vs Quince: which sweatpant wins?
Both land in the budget tier — the Gap Vintage Soft Jogger at $40, the Quince Organic Cotton Fleece Sweatpant at $40. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Gap | Quince | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40 | $40 |
| Material | Cotton/polyester fleece, ~8oz, garment-washed soft. | Organic cotton fleece, ~11oz, brushed interior. |
| Fit | Tapered jogger fit with elastic cuffs, true to size. | Clean straight-to-tapered fit with elastic cuffs, true to size. |
| Quality | Budget — soft from new, but the fleece thins and the cuffs slacken within a year. | Above its price — heavier fleece and tidy construction; finishing is simple and unbranded. |
| Best for | Soft everyday lounging, casual tapered looks, and shoppers who buy on promotion. | Heavier clean sweats on a budget, organic-cotton fabric, and value-first shoppers. |
| Care | Cold wash and tumble low to slow the fade and keep the soft hand. | Wash cold and tumble low or hang dry to preserve the heavier fleece. |
Which should you buy?
They sit in the same tier and are priced identically, so it comes down to what you want out of a sweatpant. Lean Gap for soft everyday lounging, casual tapered looks, and shoppers who buy on promotion; pick Quince for heavier clean sweats on a budget, organic-cotton fabric, and value-first shoppers.
We may earn a commission if you buy through this link, at no extra cost to you.