20 Best Work From Home Pants (Jan 2023 Update)

These bn2802 in tarmac are not relaxed fit. I'm a 32×30 in other carhartt pants. I went up to 32×30 and after I wash them they're tight around my thighs and the crotch area seems too short. I work hard landscaping moving around alot and they bunch up my boxers all day. I had 2 khaki pairs that fit amazing and felt great all day. Well I went to buy this color and they're like a completely different pant…they're skinny jeans pretty much. I used to exclusively wear carhartt and I'm pretty sure they're going down hill fast. **CARHARTT do better, read these reviews and charge me $100 for a pair of pants…I don't care about the price just make better stuff. I think now that yall have a name you're cutting corners and screwing us that have been working hard in your gear for decades. My 2 centsJohn

Like a few others among the comments, I hoped these pants in the "Natural" fabric would work as a replacement for the long discontinued B-04 Double Front Painter Pants. They're not. Part of my disappointment is my own fault: I didn't notice that there was no hammer loop (good for rags) and no real tool pockets. They just don't seem designed for work. These are my frustrations: 1. The fabric is kind of stretchy, designed to flex with movement. But I don't like exerting against fabric and prefer a looser fit. Also the fabric in "Natural" is a bit translucent — when I wear dark color underwear it's sort of visible through the fabric. 2. The double fronts are advertised as being compatible with knee pads, but it's ridiculously difficult to insert them through the cleanout hole., and removing them is even worse. The Carhartt brand kneepads are designed to be left in the pants, which would mitigate the difficulty — but would also add $40 to the price of every pair of pants you want to set up. 3. I've already mentioned the lack of tool pockets/hammer loop, but the cell phone pocket is kind of small. Anything bigger than an iPhone 7/8 won't fit. 4. I bought a LOT of Carhartt gear over the years and they were always the standard for work wear. These days they're leaning more and more towards leisure wear, and that's OK if it's where the market is, but at least step up the game on the workwear. When the B-04s disappeared I switched to some innovative pants with built in kneepad pockets and tool pockets on the front of the thighs. That company was too small to compete and eventually folded — but the design was great. I guess it's too much to hope for a return of the B-04 pants, but it would be nice to see Carhartt innovate a little: dedicated kneepad pockets, thoughtful placement of tool pockets and realistically sized cell phone pockets would be great.RichardP

I will start by saying that I am a professional plumber who works mostly on multi family residential job sites so usually my pants take an absolute beating from glue, mud, sawdust, nails, sweat, and anything else you could imagine on a large jobsite. These pants have many features that quickly made them my favorite pair however I have found that their durability is not quite what I expected. Starting with the good: these pants fit and feel absolutely amazing. I purchased a size 35 which I really appreciate because it’s an in between size that isn’t always offered but it fits me just right. The material is soft and breathable, it feels good on my skin and isn’t terribly hot even when the weather is. The double front helps protect me from glue that I am always dripping on myself when working with pvc and cpvc which I do probably 75 percent of the time. It also helps protect my knees when I’m kneeling on the rough plywood subfloor or concrete. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the fit and feel of these pants. I also really love the pocket layout these pants have. I carry a knife, a pencil, and a marker with me 100 percent of the time and my favorite place to have them is in a carpenters pocket on the right side. These pants have a nice large pocket with a great cut on the right side that makes it so easy to fish out my pencil or knife without struggle. I also use the leg pocket on the left side all the time for tools I’m currently using such as my adjustable pliers or 6 way screw driver. I also really love the cut of the front pockets and how wide and low they come down which makes it so easy to get my hand in there and pull out my cell phone while I’m wearing my tool belt which is something I have had problems with on many pairs of work pants in the past. Lastly I really like the number of belt loops and their locations. I always wear a leather tape measure pouch and there is a spot in the belt loops on both sides up front that are a great place to lace in that pouch and they prevent it from sliding around or getting in my way too much. Now on to the bad: I have owned these pants for about 3 months and just recently the crotch decided it was going to rip out right in the front where everyone can see. I purchased these pants specifically because they have a crotch gusset and being 6 foot 4 inches tall I tend to have a problem with flexibility in that region. Come to find out I had the wrong expectation of these pants. Although the stitching is strong, the actual fabric of the pants just couldn’t hold up. Maybe that’s just the trade off for the nice comfortable “flex” fabric. Maybe if you are short or don’t do a ton of bending and squatting these are the pants for you, but they just don’t seem to be fit for what I demand of them and therefor I give them a disappointing 2 starsChristian

This has become my favorite make and mode of work pants. I have bought several pairs of these pants over the past few years, and I'm always pleased with them. I wear these pants casually around the house, and also for all of my outdoor work. A bit warm in the summer, but the mosquitoes love me, so these pants are my go-to choice all 12 months of the year. New pairs always come a bit stiff and slick, but after a handful of washings they become much softer and more comfortable. Fit has consistently been true to size. The pockets are large, well-shaped, and useful. Final thought, they definitely are too thick and too roomy to be fashionable; my wife won't let me wear mine out and about with her. But for work, or even for around the house, they are a fantastic choice.Ryan

I do building maintenance and all-around repairs for a facility for Autistic Children and Adults with special needs. That being said they keep me pretty busy with repairs of all kinds. I have been wearing these pants for well over 6 years and they never let me down when it comes to their ruggedness and durability. The side pouch comes in handy for my cell phone as well as the cargo pockets allow me plenty of room for whatever I may need to carry or bring back to my office. I also wear the shorts in the late Spring and Summer. Great pants. My Son has a Hardscape business and His pant choice is the same. Not to mention His buddies that are 150 operators, they also prefer these pants. In the winter I wear the fleece-lined versions. Very warm!Boats

There should be two belt loops in the back instead of one narrow belt loop that digs into your spine when you sit against a hard surface, like these pants have. Wrangler's hiking cargo pants have a wide belt loop on the back that isn't uncomfortable, so that would also be a good fix for the design. The belt loops in the front are a bit close together for my taste, but the pants serve their purpose. Aluminum and stainless chips are usually easy to blast off with compressed air, and the utility loop is just the right size for everything from abused calipers to deadblows to barcode scanner wands. The knee was not flexible and would stick to my skin for the first couple months, but I either got used to it or the problem resolved itself. The extra pockets on the right are good for a pencil & Sharpie, and having a 6" scale handy. I can tell by the styling on the back pockets that I'm far from the only one wearing these pants. The Loden color is a decent compromise between an olive green and a depressingly drab and dark industrial muck color. The "R" on the fly button on mine was skewed way off from vertical, but that doesn't matter because if you're not wearing these work pants with a belt, I think you're confused. I think I might look for a different brand for a second pair of work pants in a different color because I know there are comparable models with more belt loops that don't dig into the spine, but I would be content with another pair of these pants in a different color. The Ripstop feature is thankfully not one I have made use of, at least to my knowledge.Student Machinist

Ordered several pair of these for multiple employees. We were having a hard time getting these due to supply chain issues caused by COVID. The guys always know what to expect with these. They're heavier than standard denim jeans, which makes them feel stiff at first. After a few washes, they do soften up. These are not meant to be straight or slim fit, they're wider all the way down there leg. They do run true to size, so sick with your waist & inseam measurements. I'm thankful we could get these & SUPER PLEASED w/ GEMPLER'S! Not only did they ship these quickly, nothing had to be backordered, nor credited, as they were able to ship all sizes that showed available & that I ordered (32×32 / 40×34 / 42×34) Gempler's accounting department & customer service are superb! They handled our non-profit's order without a hitch. I couldn't be more pleasedNick

I had to buy 2 pairs to get a good size. The pants are roomy but the waist seemed to run just small after laundering. I wear a wrangler 34-32 and found the Carhart 36-30 worked best. The fabric is sturdy, the stitching is triple with close-spaced quality, the lining is precisely fitted. they are surprisingly comfortable and handle outdoor work and walks/hikes well. there's a phone holster pocket on the upper right leg and an equipment loop. The zipper is a heavier construction and is sturdy as well. I couldn't be happier with them. One drawback to the canvas, it is a sawdust-catcher and no amount of brushing or compressed air will knock it off if you're doing any sanding – comes with the territory.meep

Let me start by pointing out that these are loose fit pants. Yes, they will fit large. I am 6'0" 215# and typically wear 36×32. I ordered 36×32 in these pants despite the reviews I read. The pants are a little large however this will leave room for under layers. They fit fine with a belt. I marked the fit as true to size because I expected these pants to fit a little large, I typically wear straight cut or boot cut. Plus this leaves room for under layers on the extra cold days. The flannel is not very thick, which is great for me because my typical winter climate is H50 L30. These pants served this climate well without any under layers. Warmth: I am pleased with the warmth of these pants, in my climate…in a cooler climate you may still consider under layers. The flannel is not very thick, nowhere near as thick as a flannel shirt. It is soft and comfortable though. Appearance: they're work pants… Durability: The outer fabric seems of good quality. I expect nothing short of the Carhartt name. Quality: The product delivered as expected. These are quality pants that I would buy again. Function: The pants allow enough room to move. The larger side pocket on the right fits my iPhone8 plus in a rubber case. The front pockets are rather deep.CoryH

These bn2802 in tarmac are not relaxed fit. I'm a 32×30 in other carhartt pants. I went up to 32×30 and after I wash them they're tight around my thighs and the crotch area seems too short. I work hard landscaping moving around alot and they bunch up my boxers all day. I had 2 khaki pairs that fit amazing and felt great all day. Well I went to buy this color and they're like a completely different pant…they're skinny jeans pretty much. I used to exclusively wear carhartt and I'm pretty sure they're going down hill fast. **CARHARTT do better, read these reviews and charge me $100 for a pair of pants…I don't care about the price just make better stuff. I think now that yall have a name you're cutting corners and screwing us that have been working hard in your gear for decades. My 2 centsJohn

Like a few others among the comments, I hoped these pants in the "Natural" fabric would work as a replacement for the long discontinued B-04 Double Front Painter Pants. They're not. Part of my disappointment is my own fault: I didn't notice that there was no hammer loop (good for rags) and no real tool pockets. They just don't seem designed for work. These are my frustrations: 1. The fabric is kind of stretchy, designed to flex with movement. But I don't like exerting against fabric and prefer a looser fit. Also the fabric in "Natural" is a bit translucent — when I wear dark color underwear it's sort of visible through the fabric. 2. The double fronts are advertised as being compatible with knee pads, but it's ridiculously difficult to insert them through the cleanout hole., and removing them is even worse. The Carhartt brand kneepads are designed to be left in the pants, which would mitigate the difficulty — but would also add $40 to the price of every pair of pants you want to set up. 3. I've already mentioned the lack of tool pockets/hammer loop, but the cell phone pocket is kind of small. Anything bigger than an iPhone 7/8 won't fit. 4. I bought a LOT of Carhartt gear over the years and they were always the standard for work wear. These days they're leaning more and more towards leisure wear, and that's OK if it's where the market is, but at least step up the game on the workwear. When the B-04s disappeared I switched to some innovative pants with built in kneepad pockets and tool pockets on the front of the thighs. That company was too small to compete and eventually folded — but the design was great. I guess it's too much to hope for a return of the B-04 pants, but it would be nice to see Carhartt innovate a little: dedicated kneepad pockets, thoughtful placement of tool pockets and realistically sized cell phone pockets would be great.RichardP

I will start by saying that I am a professional plumber who works mostly on multi family residential job sites so usually my pants take an absolute beating from glue, mud, sawdust, nails, sweat, and anything else you could imagine on a large jobsite. These pants have many features that quickly made them my favorite pair however I have found that their durability is not quite what I expected. Starting with the good: these pants fit and feel absolutely amazing. I purchased a size 35 which I really appreciate because it’s an in between size that isn’t always offered but it fits me just right. The material is soft and breathable, it feels good on my skin and isn’t terribly hot even when the weather is. The double front helps protect me from glue that I am always dripping on myself when working with pvc and cpvc which I do probably 75 percent of the time. It also helps protect my knees when I’m kneeling on the rough plywood subfloor or concrete. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the fit and feel of these pants. I also really love the pocket layout these pants have. I carry a knife, a pencil, and a marker with me 100 percent of the time and my favorite place to have them is in a carpenters pocket on the right side. These pants have a nice large pocket with a great cut on the right side that makes it so easy to fish out my pencil or knife without struggle. I also use the leg pocket on the left side all the time for tools I’m currently using such as my adjustable pliers or 6 way screw driver. I also really love the cut of the front pockets and how wide and low they come down which makes it so easy to get my hand in there and pull out my cell phone while I’m wearing my tool belt which is something I have had problems with on many pairs of work pants in the past. Lastly I really like the number of belt loops and their locations. I always wear a leather tape measure pouch and there is a spot in the belt loops on both sides up front that are a great place to lace in that pouch and they prevent it from sliding around or getting in my way too much. Now on to the bad: I have owned these pants for about 3 months and just recently the crotch decided it was going to rip out right in the front where everyone can see. I purchased these pants specifically because they have a crotch gusset and being 6 foot 4 inches tall I tend to have a problem with flexibility in that region. Come to find out I had the wrong expectation of these pants. Although the stitching is strong, the actual fabric of the pants just couldn’t hold up. Maybe that’s just the trade off for the nice comfortable “flex” fabric. Maybe if you are short or don’t do a ton of bending and squatting these are the pants for you, but they just don’t seem to be fit for what I demand of them and therefor I give them a disappointing 2 starsChristian

I've worn Dickies for years. I recently bought 3 pair, two 874 Flex, and 1, pair 874 Original. Dickies has really strange belt loops. On the 874 Originals, the belt loops are spaced every 3 inches, and are so tight, I actually have to sit down and thread flat belt through the loops. My belt from Walmart, branded Dickies, is almost too wide to fit. It's 1.25 inches wide and 1/8 inch thick. Dickies seems to think a work belt is 1 inch wide, like some old dress belts. It's difficult to thread the extra end back through the loops. The belt loops are better on the 874 Flex pants. It's difficult to get your hands into the pockets if you are wearing any work glove. And the zipper pull is almost impossible to grasp it's so small. Also I had to buy a size larger than normal.McMurry61

I will wear your pants forever but you change the designs too often. When I go to buy new ones there seem to be none like I bought previously but there are new ones I can't gather enough information from your website to judge correctly. The last four orders I bought from your website I either sent back of donated away. Specifically, this latest occasion, your pictures on the website did not show the waistband in enough detail. I bought them anyway because the name of them sounded correct. Once they arrived I learned the FLEX in the name does not refer to the old elastic band in the waistband which you no longer make for some reason. Double disappointment. I will figure it out because Dickies are perfect work pants. And, they are stylish enough I can leave the jobsite and meet with customers or have a business lunch without having to change. They are also good for skiing or in bad weather for short periods of time. I wear them for everything I do in work or play.Canaccioza

Ordered several pair of these for multiple employees. We were having a hard time getting these due to supply chain issues caused by COVID. The guys always know what to expect with these. They're heavier than standard denim jeans, which makes them feel stiff at first. After a few washes, they do soften up. These are not meant to be straight or slim fit, they're wider all the way down there leg. They do run true to size, so sick with your waist & inseam measurements. I'm thankful we could get these & SUPER PLEASED w/ GEMPLER'S! Not only did they ship these quickly, nothing had to be backordered, nor credited, as they were able to ship all sizes that showed available & that I ordered (32×32 / 40×34 / 42×34) Gempler's accounting department & customer service are superb! They handled our non-profit's order without a hitch. I couldn't be more pleasedNick

I had to buy 2 pairs to get a good size. The pants are roomy but the waist seemed to run just small after laundering. I wear a wrangler 34-32 and found the Carhart 36-30 worked best. The fabric is sturdy, the stitching is triple with close-spaced quality, the lining is precisely fitted. they are surprisingly comfortable and handle outdoor work and walks/hikes well. there's a phone holster pocket on the upper right leg and an equipment loop. The zipper is a heavier construction and is sturdy as well. I couldn't be happier with them. One drawback to the canvas, it is a sawdust-catcher and no amount of brushing or compressed air will knock it off if you're doing any sanding – comes with the territory.meep

Let me start by pointing out that these are loose fit pants. Yes, they will fit large. I am 6'0" 215# and typically wear 36×32. I ordered 36×32 in these pants despite the reviews I read. The pants are a little large however this will leave room for under layers. They fit fine with a belt. I marked the fit as true to size because I expected these pants to fit a little large, I typically wear straight cut or boot cut. Plus this leaves room for under layers on the extra cold days. The flannel is not very thick, which is great for me because my typical winter climate is H50 L30. These pants served this climate well without any under layers. Warmth: I am pleased with the warmth of these pants, in my climate…in a cooler climate you may still consider under layers. The flannel is not very thick, nowhere near as thick as a flannel shirt. It is soft and comfortable though. Appearance: they're work pants… Durability: The outer fabric seems of good quality. I expect nothing short of the Carhartt name. Quality: The product delivered as expected. These are quality pants that I would buy again. Function: The pants allow enough room to move. The larger side pocket on the right fits my iPhone8 plus in a rubber case. The front pockets are rather deep.CoryH

Ordered several pair of these for multiple employees. We were having a hard time getting these due to supply chain issues caused by COVID. The guys always know what to expect with these. They're heavier than standard denim jeans, which makes them feel stiff at first. After a few washes, they do soften up. These are not meant to be straight or slim fit, they're wider all the way down there leg. They do run true to size, so sick with your waist & inseam measurements. I'm thankful we could get these & SUPER PLEASED w/ GEMPLER'S! Not only did they ship these quickly, nothing had to be backordered, nor credited, as they were able to ship all sizes that showed available & that I ordered (32×32 / 40×34 / 42×34) Gempler's accounting department & customer service are superb! They handled our non-profit's order without a hitch. I couldn't be more pleasedNick

I had to buy 2 pairs to get a good size. The pants are roomy but the waist seemed to run just small after laundering. I wear a wrangler 34-32 and found the Carhart 36-30 worked best. The fabric is sturdy, the stitching is triple with close-spaced quality, the lining is precisely fitted. they are surprisingly comfortable and handle outdoor work and walks/hikes well. there's a phone holster pocket on the upper right leg and an equipment loop. The zipper is a heavier construction and is sturdy as well. I couldn't be happier with them. One drawback to the canvas, it is a sawdust-catcher and no amount of brushing or compressed air will knock it off if you're doing any sanding – comes with the territory.meep

Let me start by pointing out that these are loose fit pants. Yes, they will fit large. I am 6'0" 215# and typically wear 36×32. I ordered 36×32 in these pants despite the reviews I read. The pants are a little large however this will leave room for under layers. They fit fine with a belt. I marked the fit as true to size because I expected these pants to fit a little large, I typically wear straight cut or boot cut. Plus this leaves room for under layers on the extra cold days. The flannel is not very thick, which is great for me because my typical winter climate is H50 L30. These pants served this climate well without any under layers. Warmth: I am pleased with the warmth of these pants, in my climate…in a cooler climate you may still consider under layers. The flannel is not very thick, nowhere near as thick as a flannel shirt. It is soft and comfortable though. Appearance: they're work pants… Durability: The outer fabric seems of good quality. I expect nothing short of the Carhartt name. Quality: The product delivered as expected. These are quality pants that I would buy again. Function: The pants allow enough room to move. The larger side pocket on the right fits my iPhone8 plus in a rubber case. The front pockets are rather deep.CoryH

Ordered several pair of these for multiple employees. We were having a hard time getting these due to supply chain issues caused by COVID. The guys always know what to expect with these. They're heavier than standard denim jeans, which makes them feel stiff at first. After a few washes, they do soften up. These are not meant to be straight or slim fit, they're wider all the way down there leg. They do run true to size, so sick with your waist & inseam measurements. I'm thankful we could get these & SUPER PLEASED w/ GEMPLER'S! Not only did they ship these quickly, nothing had to be backordered, nor credited, as they were able to ship all sizes that showed available & that I ordered (32×32 / 40×34 / 42×34) Gempler's accounting department & customer service are superb! They handled our non-profit's order without a hitch. I couldn't be more pleasedNick

I had to buy 2 pairs to get a good size. The pants are roomy but the waist seemed to run just small after laundering. I wear a wrangler 34-32 and found the Carhart 36-30 worked best. The fabric is sturdy, the stitching is triple with close-spaced quality, the lining is precisely fitted. they are surprisingly comfortable and handle outdoor work and walks/hikes well. there's a phone holster pocket on the upper right leg and an equipment loop. The zipper is a heavier construction and is sturdy as well. I couldn't be happier with them. One drawback to the canvas, it is a sawdust-catcher and no amount of brushing or compressed air will knock it off if you're doing any sanding – comes with the territory.meep

Let me start by pointing out that these are loose fit pants. Yes, they will fit large. I am 6'0" 215# and typically wear 36×32. I ordered 36×32 in these pants despite the reviews I read. The pants are a little large however this will leave room for under layers. They fit fine with a belt. I marked the fit as true to size because I expected these pants to fit a little large, I typically wear straight cut or boot cut. Plus this leaves room for under layers on the extra cold days. The flannel is not very thick, which is great for me because my typical winter climate is H50 L30. These pants served this climate well without any under layers. Warmth: I am pleased with the warmth of these pants, in my climate…in a cooler climate you may still consider under layers. The flannel is not very thick, nowhere near as thick as a flannel shirt. It is soft and comfortable though. Appearance: they're work pants… Durability: The outer fabric seems of good quality. I expect nothing short of the Carhartt name. Quality: The product delivered as expected. These are quality pants that I would buy again. Function: The pants allow enough room to move. The larger side pocket on the right fits my iPhone8 plus in a rubber case. The front pockets are rather deep.CoryH

Ordered several pair of these for multiple employees. We were having a hard time getting these due to supply chain issues caused by COVID. The guys always know what to expect with these. They're heavier than standard denim jeans, which makes them feel stiff at first. After a few washes, they do soften up. These are not meant to be straight or slim fit, they're wider all the way down there leg. They do run true to size, so sick with your waist & inseam measurements. I'm thankful we could get these & SUPER PLEASED w/ GEMPLER'S! Not only did they ship these quickly, nothing had to be backordered, nor credited, as they were able to ship all sizes that showed available & that I ordered (32×32 / 40×34 / 42×34) Gempler's accounting department & customer service are superb! They handled our non-profit's order without a hitch. I couldn't be more pleasedNick

I had to buy 2 pairs to get a good size. The pants are roomy but the waist seemed to run just small after laundering. I wear a wrangler 34-32 and found the Carhart 36-30 worked best. The fabric is sturdy, the stitching is triple with close-spaced quality, the lining is precisely fitted. they are surprisingly comfortable and handle outdoor work and walks/hikes well. there's a phone holster pocket on the upper right leg and an equipment loop. The zipper is a heavier construction and is sturdy as well. I couldn't be happier with them. One drawback to the canvas, it is a sawdust-catcher and no amount of brushing or compressed air will knock it off if you're doing any sanding – comes with the territory.meep

Let me start by pointing out that these are loose fit pants. Yes, they will fit large. I am 6'0" 215# and typically wear 36×32. I ordered 36×32 in these pants despite the reviews I read. The pants are a little large however this will leave room for under layers. They fit fine with a belt. I marked the fit as true to size because I expected these pants to fit a little large, I typically wear straight cut or boot cut. Plus this leaves room for under layers on the extra cold days. The flannel is not very thick, which is great for me because my typical winter climate is H50 L30. These pants served this climate well without any under layers. Warmth: I am pleased with the warmth of these pants, in my climate…in a cooler climate you may still consider under layers. The flannel is not very thick, nowhere near as thick as a flannel shirt. It is soft and comfortable though. Appearance: they're work pants… Durability: The outer fabric seems of good quality. I expect nothing short of the Carhartt name. Quality: The product delivered as expected. These are quality pants that I would buy again. Function: The pants allow enough room to move. The larger side pocket on the right fits my iPhone8 plus in a rubber case. The front pockets are rather deep.CoryH

These bn2802 in tarmac are not relaxed fit. I'm a 32×30 in other carhartt pants. I went up to 32×30 and after I wash them they're tight around my thighs and the crotch area seems too short. I work hard landscaping moving around alot and they bunch up my boxers all day. I had 2 khaki pairs that fit amazing and felt great all day. Well I went to buy this color and they're like a completely different pant…they're skinny jeans pretty much. I used to exclusively wear carhartt and I'm pretty sure they're going down hill fast. **CARHARTT do better, read these reviews and charge me $100 for a pair of pants…I don't care about the price just make better stuff. I think now that yall have a name you're cutting corners and screwing us that have been working hard in your gear for decades. My 2 centsJohn

Like a few others among the comments, I hoped these pants in the "Natural" fabric would work as a replacement for the long discontinued B-04 Double Front Painter Pants. They're not. Part of my disappointment is my own fault: I didn't notice that there was no hammer loop (good for rags) and no real tool pockets. They just don't seem designed for work. These are my frustrations: 1. The fabric is kind of stretchy, designed to flex with movement. But I don't like exerting against fabric and prefer a looser fit. Also the fabric in "Natural" is a bit translucent — when I wear dark color underwear it's sort of visible through the fabric. 2. The double fronts are advertised as being compatible with knee pads, but it's ridiculously difficult to insert them through the cleanout hole., and removing them is even worse. The Carhartt brand kneepads are designed to be left in the pants, which would mitigate the difficulty — but would also add $40 to the price of every pair of pants you want to set up. 3. I've already mentioned the lack of tool pockets/hammer loop, but the cell phone pocket is kind of small. Anything bigger than an iPhone 7/8 won't fit. 4. I bought a LOT of Carhartt gear over the years and they were always the standard for work wear. These days they're leaning more and more towards leisure wear, and that's OK if it's where the market is, but at least step up the game on the workwear. When the B-04s disappeared I switched to some innovative pants with built in kneepad pockets and tool pockets on the front of the thighs. That company was too small to compete and eventually folded — but the design was great. I guess it's too much to hope for a return of the B-04 pants, but it would be nice to see Carhartt innovate a little: dedicated kneepad pockets, thoughtful placement of tool pockets and realistically sized cell phone pockets would be great.RichardP

I will start by saying that I am a professional plumber who works mostly on multi family residential job sites so usually my pants take an absolute beating from glue, mud, sawdust, nails, sweat, and anything else you could imagine on a large jobsite. These pants have many features that quickly made them my favorite pair however I have found that their durability is not quite what I expected. Starting with the good: these pants fit and feel absolutely amazing. I purchased a size 35 which I really appreciate because it’s an in between size that isn’t always offered but it fits me just right. The material is soft and breathable, it feels good on my skin and isn’t terribly hot even when the weather is. The double front helps protect me from glue that I am always dripping on myself when working with pvc and cpvc which I do probably 75 percent of the time. It also helps protect my knees when I’m kneeling on the rough plywood subfloor or concrete. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the fit and feel of these pants. I also really love the pocket layout these pants have. I carry a knife, a pencil, and a marker with me 100 percent of the time and my favorite place to have them is in a carpenters pocket on the right side. These pants have a nice large pocket with a great cut on the right side that makes it so easy to fish out my pencil or knife without struggle. I also use the leg pocket on the left side all the time for tools I’m currently using such as my adjustable pliers or 6 way screw driver. I also really love the cut of the front pockets and how wide and low they come down which makes it so easy to get my hand in there and pull out my cell phone while I’m wearing my tool belt which is something I have had problems with on many pairs of work pants in the past. Lastly I really like the number of belt loops and their locations. I always wear a leather tape measure pouch and there is a spot in the belt loops on both sides up front that are a great place to lace in that pouch and they prevent it from sliding around or getting in my way too much. Now on to the bad: I have owned these pants for about 3 months and just recently the crotch decided it was going to rip out right in the front where everyone can see. I purchased these pants specifically because they have a crotch gusset and being 6 foot 4 inches tall I tend to have a problem with flexibility in that region. Come to find out I had the wrong expectation of these pants. Although the stitching is strong, the actual fabric of the pants just couldn’t hold up. Maybe that’s just the trade off for the nice comfortable “flex” fabric. Maybe if you are short or don’t do a ton of bending and squatting these are the pants for you, but they just don’t seem to be fit for what I demand of them and therefor I give them a disappointing 2 starsChristian

The pants are comfortable and thick providing great protection while working outside on the farm or on a construction project. They are much better quality than the non-USA made Carhartt pants. Worth the extra cost. The black is a great option to hide oil stains. They work well with a belt and clip-on suspenders. Right side leg pocket works well for holding cell phone. The top pockets hold up very well to pocket clip ware. Very strong material inside the pockets as well.Daniel

Bought these after trying on a pair my friend had. I’m a woman and was looking for good wide leg work pant. I hold my weight more in my stomach and not in my hips or legs too much, and these fit me perfectly / don’t have balloon legs or butt sag! I might buy them in another color because honestly they are better than any women’s pants I’ve bought in the last 5 years (durable, thick material, lots of pockets, affordable). I bought a size up in the waist measurement and I’m glad I did because I hate when I’m moving around and the waist of my pants are digging into my stomach. I think my true size would fit but I like the wiggle room.Hannah

Nice pants. They look nice but aren't as strong as I hoped. I've been wearing holes through the knees in a few months. I don't wear knee pads but if I used the pads that fit in the pants they would still wear fast. This is just keeping up maintenance on my property, woodwork and repairing my vehicles. I hoped to get more time out of these but they are still stronger then most. I read people saying they have pants last them years. They must not do any physical on the ground work with them. I'm lucky to get 10 months before they have holes through the knees. Still my favorite and will continue to buyDrew

I've been buying Dickies pants and shirts for over 10 years now. These are the best choice for what I do in the shipyard. Comfortable, durable, lots of space in the pockets. I prefer the regular button on the front of these versus the metal T shaped button on other selections, as those frequently come unfastened or pinch when you do as much bending and climbing as I do. The negatives I have with these pants though are as follows: – The quality of the stitching on the bottom of the cargo pockets is occasionally shoddy. I lose things through holes in those pockets often. – The regular pockets should have double lining or heavier material at the bottom of them. Every single pair, I wind up with holes in them after about 8 months from the keys, bolts, change, and other stuff I stick in there and lose. For "work" pants, this should be a standard feature. – The pants only come in 3 lengths. I'm that odd height that a LOT of American men are and no one really seems to want to address. 30" inseams look like high waders, and 32" inseams drag across the ground and get caught under my boot heel, causing the pants to fray. I realize I COULD go to a seamstress and get them altered, but that would double the cost of each pair of pants. That's ridiculous. A 31" inseam should be an available option folks. – I'd really like one leg to have the long thin tool pockets like the mechanics pants do. Two cargo pockets are great, but having one less cargo and one tool pocket leg, or a smaller cargo on the tool pocket leg, would give greater functionality. The material of these pants is much more comfortable than the rip-stop in the hot spaces of the ships I work on. Overall, I will continue to stay loyal to Dickies and these pants until Dickies makes a better pair for my needs! Comfortable, hold up fairly well in the tough environment of the shipyard and the punishment that I dole out on them.dasminotaur

I love these pants. I have three pair and am considering buying a couple more before they tinker with the formula. The fit is perfect and they look great. I love the side phone pocket on the leg. It holds its shape and never looks baggy. The fabric stands up to some real abuse and stays looking neat. They are NOT stretchy however so don’t buy a smaller size, get a true fit for your measurements. The sizing guide online worked great for me.gretchen

My work requires some very physical, often heavy, labor. I'm bending, squatting, occasionally kneeling, lifting and carrying all day long, with lots of walking. They fit well, are comfortable, and as I probably could've used a size larger, the seams are double stitched and hold tight! The slightly higher back gives me confidence in those squatting moments! They have drawn positive comments from a co-worker and my husband! They have a nice look to them and are definitely useable for daily use, not just work. It's more than I've ever paid for pants but I am glad I made this purchase and would recommend them to other hard working ladies!Denise

Did not fit. I ordered the size that was supposed to be true to size what I got were pants with a waist made like a size 2 and legs that looked like they were made for a size 18. Absolutely not happy. I sent them back and got a refund. Would never recommend them bought online due to to poor quality I received versus what I have bought in person being great quality. Would not recommend ordering online from you guys.Jessica

I've worn Dickies for years. I recently bought 3 pair, two 874 Flex, and 1, pair 874 Original. Dickies has really strange belt loops. On the 874 Originals, the belt loops are spaced every 3 inches, and are so tight, I actually have to sit down and thread flat belt through the loops. My belt from Walmart, branded Dickies, is almost too wide to fit. It's 1.25 inches wide and 1/8 inch thick. Dickies seems to think a work belt is 1 inch wide, like some old dress belts. It's difficult to thread the extra end back through the loops. The belt loops are better on the 874 Flex pants. It's difficult to get your hands into the pockets if you are wearing any work glove. And the zipper pull is almost impossible to grasp it's so small. Also I had to buy a size larger than normal.McMurry61

I will wear your pants forever but you change the designs too often. When I go to buy new ones there seem to be none like I bought previously but there are new ones I can't gather enough information from your website to judge correctly. The last four orders I bought from your website I either sent back of donated away. Specifically, this latest occasion, your pictures on the website did not show the waistband in enough detail. I bought them anyway because the name of them sounded correct. Once they arrived I learned the FLEX in the name does not refer to the old elastic band in the waistband which you no longer make for some reason. Double disappointment. I will figure it out because Dickies are perfect work pants. And, they are stylish enough I can leave the jobsite and meet with customers or have a business lunch without having to change. They are also good for skiing or in bad weather for short periods of time. I wear them for everything I do in work or play.Canaccioza

Love these pants so comfortable but professional looking at the same time. Can wear them casual or to a fashionable party and they always look right.LORRAINE

They are awful. It's made of some kind of stiff stretchy fabric. Runs not true to size. Would not recommend these at all.Shoppingmaven

I like the fit and style of these pants but the weight of the fabric is more for autumn. Too heavy to wear in the summer.JanetB50

I was so excited to see the slim boot cut come back as that is my favorite style to work in a work pants. Unfortunately, the fit of these pants were very off. I thought I had gained weight but I tried on a few other styles, and my normal eight fit fine. These, I could not get up my legs. Everything else about the pants were pretty. I was glad I was able to try these in store but for those shopping online, WHBM needs to be more consistent with sizing.camisari12

I bought the Ines slim bootcut pant online in my usual size 2. The color is perfect for winter; I bought the matching jacket to go with them. It is a stunning suit, perfect for work. I do agree with several other reviewers; the pants are cut small in the thighs and there is no stretch. I couldn’t get the size 2 up. I returned them to my local store and got the size 4. The size 4 was a better fit in the thighs but a little big in the waist. It wasn’t a deal breaker for me, since I will be wearing a belt with them. I recommend them, they’re a classic pant you will be able to wear for many winter seasons to come.LauraNoel128

I bought these pants with the marching jacket in store. The jacket's sizing is perfect. For pants, my usual size 4 was very tight in the waist, so I sized up to 6, but that was a HUGE mistake. When I wore them to work the other day, after one or two hours they stretched so much from the hips throughout the thighs (like, 2 sizes bigger). Definitely stay with your size even if you think they are too tight and uncomfortable. A bit disappointed by the experience with WHBM pants.Ele83

These bn2802 in tarmac are not relaxed fit. I'm a 32×30 in other carhartt pants. I went up to 32×30 and after I wash them they're tight around my thighs and the crotch area seems too short. I work hard landscaping moving around alot and they bunch up my boxers all day. I had 2 khaki pairs that fit amazing and felt great all day. Well I went to buy this color and they're like a completely different pant…they're skinny jeans pretty much. I used to exclusively wear carhartt and I'm pretty sure they're going down hill fast. **CARHARTT do better, read these reviews and charge me $100 for a pair of pants…I don't care about the price just make better stuff. I think now that yall have a name you're cutting corners and screwing us that have been working hard in your gear for decades. My 2 centsJohn

Like a few others among the comments, I hoped these pants in the "Natural" fabric would work as a replacement for the long discontinued B-04 Double Front Painter Pants. They're not. Part of my disappointment is my own fault: I didn't notice that there was no hammer loop (good for rags) and no real tool pockets. They just don't seem designed for work. These are my frustrations: 1. The fabric is kind of stretchy, designed to flex with movement. But I don't like exerting against fabric and prefer a looser fit. Also the fabric in "Natural" is a bit translucent — when I wear dark color underwear it's sort of visible through the fabric. 2. The double fronts are advertised as being compatible with knee pads, but it's ridiculously difficult to insert them through the cleanout hole., and removing them is even worse. The Carhartt brand kneepads are designed to be left in the pants, which would mitigate the difficulty — but would also add $40 to the price of every pair of pants you want to set up. 3. I've already mentioned the lack of tool pockets/hammer loop, but the cell phone pocket is kind of small. Anything bigger than an iPhone 7/8 won't fit. 4. I bought a LOT of Carhartt gear over the years and they were always the standard for work wear. These days they're leaning more and more towards leisure wear, and that's OK if it's where the market is, but at least step up the game on the workwear. When the B-04s disappeared I switched to some innovative pants with built in kneepad pockets and tool pockets on the front of the thighs. That company was too small to compete and eventually folded — but the design was great. I guess it's too much to hope for a return of the B-04 pants, but it would be nice to see Carhartt innovate a little: dedicated kneepad pockets, thoughtful placement of tool pockets and realistically sized cell phone pockets would be great.RichardP

I will start by saying that I am a professional plumber who works mostly on multi family residential job sites so usually my pants take an absolute beating from glue, mud, sawdust, nails, sweat, and anything else you could imagine on a large jobsite. These pants have many features that quickly made them my favorite pair however I have found that their durability is not quite what I expected. Starting with the good: these pants fit and feel absolutely amazing. I purchased a size 35 which I really appreciate because it’s an in between size that isn’t always offered but it fits me just right. The material is soft and breathable, it feels good on my skin and isn’t terribly hot even when the weather is. The double front helps protect me from glue that I am always dripping on myself when working with pvc and cpvc which I do probably 75 percent of the time. It also helps protect my knees when I’m kneeling on the rough plywood subfloor or concrete. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the fit and feel of these pants. I also really love the pocket layout these pants have. I carry a knife, a pencil, and a marker with me 100 percent of the time and my favorite place to have them is in a carpenters pocket on the right side. These pants have a nice large pocket with a great cut on the right side that makes it so easy to fish out my pencil or knife without struggle. I also use the leg pocket on the left side all the time for tools I’m currently using such as my adjustable pliers or 6 way screw driver. I also really love the cut of the front pockets and how wide and low they come down which makes it so easy to get my hand in there and pull out my cell phone while I’m wearing my tool belt which is something I have had problems with on many pairs of work pants in the past. Lastly I really like the number of belt loops and their locations. I always wear a leather tape measure pouch and there is a spot in the belt loops on both sides up front that are a great place to lace in that pouch and they prevent it from sliding around or getting in my way too much. Now on to the bad: I have owned these pants for about 3 months and just recently the crotch decided it was going to rip out right in the front where everyone can see. I purchased these pants specifically because they have a crotch gusset and being 6 foot 4 inches tall I tend to have a problem with flexibility in that region. Come to find out I had the wrong expectation of these pants. Although the stitching is strong, the actual fabric of the pants just couldn’t hold up. Maybe that’s just the trade off for the nice comfortable “flex” fabric. Maybe if you are short or don’t do a ton of bending and squatting these are the pants for you, but they just don’t seem to be fit for what I demand of them and therefor I give them a disappointing 2 starsChristian

These bn2802 in tarmac are not relaxed fit. I'm a 32×30 in other carhartt pants. I went up to 32×30 and after I wash them they're tight around my thighs and the crotch area seems too short. I work hard landscaping moving around alot and they bunch up my boxers all day. I had 2 khaki pairs that fit amazing and felt great all day. Well I went to buy this color and they're like a completely different pant…they're skinny jeans pretty much. I used to exclusively wear carhartt and I'm pretty sure they're going down hill fast. **CARHARTT do better, read these reviews and charge me $100 for a pair of pants…I don't care about the price just make better stuff. I think now that yall have a name you're cutting corners and screwing us that have been working hard in your gear for decades. My 2 centsJohn

Like a few others among the comments, I hoped these pants in the "Natural" fabric would work as a replacement for the long discontinued B-04 Double Front Painter Pants. They're not. Part of my disappointment is my own fault: I didn't notice that there was no hammer loop (good for rags) and no real tool pockets. They just don't seem designed for work. These are my frustrations: 1. The fabric is kind of stretchy, designed to flex with movement. But I don't like exerting against fabric and prefer a looser fit. Also the fabric in "Natural" is a bit translucent — when I wear dark color underwear it's sort of visible through the fabric. 2. The double fronts are advertised as being compatible with knee pads, but it's ridiculously difficult to insert them through the cleanout hole., and removing them is even worse. The Carhartt brand kneepads are designed to be left in the pants, which would mitigate the difficulty — but would also add $40 to the price of every pair of pants you want to set up. 3. I've already mentioned the lack of tool pockets/hammer loop, but the cell phone pocket is kind of small. Anything bigger than an iPhone 7/8 won't fit. 4. I bought a LOT of Carhartt gear over the years and they were always the standard for work wear. These days they're leaning more and more towards leisure wear, and that's OK if it's where the market is, but at least step up the game on the workwear. When the B-04s disappeared I switched to some innovative pants with built in kneepad pockets and tool pockets on the front of the thighs. That company was too small to compete and eventually folded — but the design was great. I guess it's too much to hope for a return of the B-04 pants, but it would be nice to see Carhartt innovate a little: dedicated kneepad pockets, thoughtful placement of tool pockets and realistically sized cell phone pockets would be great.RichardP

I will start by saying that I am a professional plumber who works mostly on multi family residential job sites so usually my pants take an absolute beating from glue, mud, sawdust, nails, sweat, and anything else you could imagine on a large jobsite. These pants have many features that quickly made them my favorite pair however I have found that their durability is not quite what I expected. Starting with the good: these pants fit and feel absolutely amazing. I purchased a size 35 which I really appreciate because it’s an in between size that isn’t always offered but it fits me just right. The material is soft and breathable, it feels good on my skin and isn’t terribly hot even when the weather is. The double front helps protect me from glue that I am always dripping on myself when working with pvc and cpvc which I do probably 75 percent of the time. It also helps protect my knees when I’m kneeling on the rough plywood subfloor or concrete. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the fit and feel of these pants. I also really love the pocket layout these pants have. I carry a knife, a pencil, and a marker with me 100 percent of the time and my favorite place to have them is in a carpenters pocket on the right side. These pants have a nice large pocket with a great cut on the right side that makes it so easy to fish out my pencil or knife without struggle. I also use the leg pocket on the left side all the time for tools I’m currently using such as my adjustable pliers or 6 way screw driver. I also really love the cut of the front pockets and how wide and low they come down which makes it so easy to get my hand in there and pull out my cell phone while I’m wearing my tool belt which is something I have had problems with on many pairs of work pants in the past. Lastly I really like the number of belt loops and their locations. I always wear a leather tape measure pouch and there is a spot in the belt loops on both sides up front that are a great place to lace in that pouch and they prevent it from sliding around or getting in my way too much. Now on to the bad: I have owned these pants for about 3 months and just recently the crotch decided it was going to rip out right in the front where everyone can see. I purchased these pants specifically because they have a crotch gusset and being 6 foot 4 inches tall I tend to have a problem with flexibility in that region. Come to find out I had the wrong expectation of these pants. Although the stitching is strong, the actual fabric of the pants just couldn’t hold up. Maybe that’s just the trade off for the nice comfortable “flex” fabric. Maybe if you are short or don’t do a ton of bending and squatting these are the pants for you, but they just don’t seem to be fit for what I demand of them and therefor I give them a disappointing 2 starsChristian