Hi Phys,
I’ve tried the compression shorts both with pads and a breathable brief, and they work well for low urine production situations where I’m doing a lot of work standing. If there’s a chance of a full void, or higher urine production, I’ll stick to a cover for leak protection. I’ve had one of my worst leaks with compression shorts and learned quickly they have their place when needing to stay cooler doing work. Good luck!