The 15 Best Hybrid Swim Shorts for Men in 2023

Summer is officially here, and with warm weather and long days, there's no telling what adventures might come your way. The best swim trunks for men and the best shorts for men are essential to creating a summer wardrobe, but everyone should also have a pair of hybrid swim shorts — basically, shorts that can effectively act as both.

Typically made using quick-drying materials to seamlessly transition between land and water, hybrid swim shorts won't leave you feeling soaked and soggy after you've gotten out of the water. Furthermore, they usually come in simple, wearable colors that won't look out of place away from the beach or pool.

Whether you're packing light for vacation or you want something comfortable and convenient to wear every day this summer, these are the top hybrid swim shorts we recommend.

Sizes: XS-XXL, 5-inch and 7-inch inseams

Colors available: Over a dozen options

Patagonia Baggies are one of the brand's cult-favorite products — and for good reason. The multi-functional shorts are made from 100% recycled nylon that dries impressively fast. At the same time, they're treated with a durable water resistant coating, to help keep you dry when the activity doesn't call for being fully submerged. With many colors and two inseam lengths, this is one of the best choices of hybrid swim shorts.

Read our full Patagonia Baggies shorts review here.

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors available: 10 colorways

At first glance you'd think Everlane's ReNew Swim Shorts were regular shorts, and that's what makes them special. The unassuming design uses a water-resistant and stretchy recycled nylon shell with a recycled polyester lining. You can wear them with your favorite performance wear for activities like hiking and biking or strip down for a swim.

Read more about our favorite styles in our full Everlane review.

Sizes: 28-44 Waist

Colors available: Black, Blue Shadow, Khaki, Light Grey, Navy

Fitted with a zippered fly, button closure, and belt loops, the O'Neill Stockton Hybrid Shorts look more like chino shorts than swimwear. Features like Hyperdry material and internal drawstrings help make them water ready. Pair these with your favorite polos and T-shirts and leave the extra change of clothes at home.

Sizes: S-XXL, available in 5.5-inch and 7-inch inseam lengths

Colors available: 10 colorways

Chubbies might be known for its cheeky branding, but its products are seriously quality. The best-selling Gym Swim Hybrid shorts are unlined and are made with a water-resistant four-way stretch material. From intense gym workouts to a pool game of Marco Polo or just lounging around, they're made to keep you comfortable.

Sizes: S-XXL

Colors available: 9 colorways

Lands' End Hybrid Swim Shorts are one of our favorites due to its utilitarian design. With a classic shorts look, you'll be able to pull these off even on days you don't plan on getting in the water. The water repellent four-way stretch material and interior liner keeps you comfortable and dry. While we prefer the solid colors for versatility, you'll also find patterns more fitting for traditional swim trunks.

Sizes: S-XXL

Colors available: Black, Khaki, Forest Moss Space Dye, and Muted Blue Heather

If preference calls for unlined trunks, this pair from Lands' End is for you. It features all of the same great attributes of the original design, minus the mesh interior. With a 7-inch inseam, they're not too short, but not quite as long as board shorts.

Sizes: 28-44 Waist

Colors available: 8 colorways

Combining the best of regular shorts and water-ready shorts, Patagonia's Hydropeak Hybrid Shorts feature traditional waist sizes, belt loops, and slanted pockets, but are made with a fast-drying four-way stretch material for performance. With no interior liner, they're closer in design to board shorts than lined swim trunks.

Sizes: S-XXL

Colors available: Grey, Green, Denim

As the name suggests, Mack Weldon's AquaTerra hybrid swim shorts are made for water and land. As one of the most well-equipped options on this list, they feature large magnetic cargo pockets and zippered pockets for plenty of storage, a D-ring hook for your keys, a zippered fly, and belt loops. When you're not hiking, its combination of durable ripstop Nylon, stretchy Lycra, and quick drying tech make them super capable swim trunks.

Read more about the brand's most popular styles in our full Mack Weldon underwear review.

Sizes: XS-XXL, available in 5-inch and 6.5-inch inseams

Colors available: Black, Sand, Navy, Del Mar Blue, Stone, Adobe, Dusk

While most hybrid trunks are designed for leisure in and out of the water, Ten Thousand's Set Shorts are made for performance and training. This pair is ultra-lightweight, stretchy, quick drying, and even treated to be resistant to chlorine and saltwater. All of Ten Thousand's products are developed and tested by athletes, so you know they're up to par for the most intense workout sessions.

Sizes: 28-50 Waist

Colors available: Almond, Blue, Dark Grey, Green

If short shorts aren't your thing, Goodfellow's 9-inch Hybrid Swim Shorts might be the best choice for you. The longer inseam falls at the knee and doubles as extra protection while surfing. Additional features like belt loops, pockets, and UPF 50+ protection, make them functional for all outdoor adventures

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