Jacket reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 216 Reddit reviews across 56 subreddits and 92 posts to rank the best Jacket brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/BuyItForLife, r/askvan, r/hikinggear, r/onebag, r/PatagoniaClothing. Top-rated brands include Patagonia (4.4/5), Arc'teryx (4.3/5), North Face (4.6/5).
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Reviews216
Subreddits56
Posts92
Brands67
Products64
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#1
Patagonia
4.4
(56)
"Patagonia Torrentshell jackets are possibly your best bang for buck and they look on point too."
"Great quality kit and they will repair any damage / broken zips."
"I’ve got Patagonia jackets that are over 30 years old and in perfect shape."
"Patagonia sells used clothing directly through their website for an absolute steal."
"They are workhorses and pack/travel well."
"Patagonia Torrentshell"
"Great wind and water protection."
"Check out Patagonia. If something breaks on it you can send it back to them and they patch it up / fix it."
"I swear by the Patagonia Jackson Glacier."
"Patagonia stuff is good for more athletic builds. It's expensive, but their things last a long time."
#2
Arc'teryx
4.3
(16)
"I chose Arcteryx because it actually looks sleek. Doesn't look like I'm wearing a black garbage bag like the Nanopuff jackets."
"Arc’teryx and Norrona 100%. They are my go to."
"Other extremely good brands are Arc'teryx, RAB and The North Face."
"I’ve got a lovely Arcteryx I got in the sale 4 years back and it is still amazing."
"Arc’teryx Beta is athletic cut and would fit well. I’ve had one for about 6 years and it’s excellent."
"Super lightweight and breathable."
"Atom LT is the best for similar condition in the uk."
"Personally I'd go with just a shell, something like the Beta from Arcteryx."
"Arc'teryx, Norrona, Stio all make quality stuff that isn't fugly."
"A lightweight insulated jacket (Patagonia Nano Puff, Arc’teryx Atom) for colder weather"
#3
North Face
4.6
(7)
"My North Face parka has already lasted me almost 10 years."
"Been loyal to north face parkas for almost a decade now."
"I’ve got a killer north face parka."
"Have tons of shells and quilted jackets."
"Arcteryx, Eddie Bauer, Columbia, North Face, Helly Hansen, Fjallraven."
"Northface, Hollister, Cananda Goose, try Black Friday sale prices."
"Probably a north face one."
#4
Helly Hansen
4.3
(7)
"It’s awesome!"
"I wear mine for 10+ hrs a day and I'm still dry."
"Helly Hansen makes some pretty stylish yet technically appropriate stuff."
"Classic yellow and one size bigger for layering."
"I got a rain jacket from Helly Hansen on sale in the off season for $40."
"Get a HH one for a couple hundred tops."
"They have many more options on their website than the stores tho."
#5
The North Face
4.5
(6)
"It’s super light, breathable and wind proof."
"I also recommend a brand with an easy to use lifetime warranty like The North Face and Arcteryx."
"Other extremely good brands are Arc'teryx, RAB and The North Face."
"I got a North Face jacket about 50% cheaper than the sale price this way, even including the £10 I paid to have it verified."
"I have a wonderful North Face parka."
"My TNF jackets never let me down in terms of waterproofing, windproofing, warmth, or breathability."
#6
Rab
4.6
(5)
"Rab Valiance, waterproof and down insulated"
"Rab Borealis is my favorite if you get a good fit."
"Great lightweight and super breathable, good up to 25ish mph winds."
"Down and waterproof and is it amazing value at £330."
"Rab Borealis is good - cheap, high quality, breathable."
#7
Canada Goose
4.4
(5)
"Got a Canada goose from DHGATE. It’s actually soooo warm and high quality."
"Waterproof/really warm"
"I’ve had my Canada Goose Parka for 12 years and it looks like the day I bought it."
"The two brands I associate with 'fluffy' jackets."
"Just bought a Canada goose parka on eBay and it feels really substantial."
#8
Eddie Bauer
4.0
(5)
"I bought a $700 (Canadian) jacket from Eddie Bauer for $260."
"Eddie Bauer - go to the store, look for down and wind-blocking."
"Eddie Bauer has nice jackets and they're always on sale this time of year."
"Has good ventilation too."
"For milling around town or the campground you can get plenty of similar jackets for under $100."
#9
Montbell
4.8
(4)
"Problem is it’s bloody expensive at $599."
"Montbell Japan size M tops always fits me PERFECTLY."
"Montbell. Buy from Japan since the Yen is weak and your dollar goes far."
"Have been using a Montbell rain jacket and it has performing better than the Patagonia."
#10
Fjallraven
4.5
(4)
"I've been wearing my Fjallraven Raven for 8 winters now. It's a fairly light winter jacket."
"I love my Fjallraven Vardag anorak. I waxed the crap out of the upper half and it’s kept me dry & warm."
"Fjallraven does good on durability and repairability."
#11
Marmot
4.5
(4)
"Most anything by Marmot is great."
"I like my Marmot Precip. I wear a medium, fits great."
"Arc teryx for sure, the Patagonia. Also, look at marmot precip."
"I had two Marmot Gore-Tex jackets that were fantastic."
#12
Columbia
4.3
(4)
"This coat is very warm and versatile, allowing for extended outdoor use even in cold weather."
"Look into Gore ShakeDry and Colombia OutDry - laminate on the outside needs no DWR and always beads water like fresh car wax."
"I have a Columbia I grabbed off of the clearance rack."
"Try colombia jackets a little on expensive side but great quality."
#13
Uniqlo
4.3
(4)
"Try uniqlo, you won't be disappointed"
"I highly recommend Uniqlo! They have a great selection of practical but stylish coats and jackets."
"Check out Uniqlo."
"For milling around town or the campground you can get plenty of similar jackets for under $100."
#14
Fjällräven
5.0
(3)
"The only brand I trust for rain jackets is Fjällräven."
"Buy once cry once."
"Check out Fjall Raven."
#15
San Poncho
4.7
(3)
"Local company make’s awesome rain gear."
"Makes an excellent product."
"Based on vancouver island."
#16
Rains
4.3
(3)
"I like the brand “rains”. I have two large dogs I walk daily and it’s kept me dry for the last few years."
"I have a friend who has a jacket from the brand Rains, I think it was under $200 and they’re pretty happy with it."
"I like the anorak ones because it has the most coverage."
#17
Filson
4.0
(3)
"I use a Filson anorak that’s quite similar, and Barbours for heavier weather!"
"Wait for the spring sales and hit up Filson."
"I have a filson and it works fine for me."
#18
Volcom
4.0
(3)
"Volcom Guide if you can afford it. Otherwise the Volcom L is solid too 👌"
"Volcom zip tech jacket paired with pants 🤘🏻"
"My volcom jacket is comfy and effective and a couple strangers have randomly complimented me on it."
#19
Carhartt
5.0
(2)
"Carhartt. They have different levels of insulation so whatever works in your area."
"Carhartt, they’re warm and they’ll last you a lifetime."
#20
Mountain
5.0
(2)
"The classic Mountain Jacket won’t fail you either."
"I vote mountain jacket. Waterproof and with pit zips."
#21
686
5.0
(2)
"Smarty 3-in-1 Form jacket from 686 is great."
"I'm looking to buy the 686 Smarty 3-in-1, which has a removal inner layer."
#22
Plasma
5.0
(2)
"Plasma 1000 parka is really nice."
"Ive used the Plasma 1000 parka around camp on both the CDT and the PCT."
#23
SLC
5.0
(2)
"I use a SLC."
"I love the SLC with a hoodie underneath as long as it’s below 65."
#24
Aritzia
5.0
(2)
"Aritzia has great options for puffer jacket."
"I got one from Aritzia a few years ago and it is the besssttt jacket ever."
#25
L.L. Bean
5.0
(2)
"L.L. Bean had the only puffer jackets that came in XXS petite."
"I also recommend LL Bean!"
#26
Weatherwool
5.0
(2)
"I have both Filson and Weatherwool coats, Weatherwool is by far my favorite."
"Even better than filson; And more expensive."
#27
Mountain Hardware
4.5
(2)
"Mountain Hardware all the way."
"Jackets are commodities and if you're trying to be economical, shop for the membrane and not the brand."
#28
Janji
4.5
(2)
"I love the Janji rain runner. I got one on sale and it's pretty perfect."
"It's expensive but I like my janji rain runner a lot!"
#29
Mountain Hardwear
4.5
(2)
"My personal preference in brands for that is Mountain Hardwear - they are just amazing."
"I have a mountain hardwear jacket I use like this."
#30
Endura
4.5
(2)
"It is a fantastic jacket."
"This jacket helped me with its huge vents keeping my front warm and letting some air in."
#31
Ralle
4.5
(2)
"Honestly I'd suggest the Ralle jacket. More insulation than the Beta insulated."
"The advantage of the Ralle is its length."
#32
Schott
4.0
(2)
"Check out Schott or Vans"
"Schott has some options."
#33
Klim
4.0
(2)
"Klim Marrakesh. Flows air like mesh."
"Its expensive, but i got the Klim Marrakesh jacket."
#34
Chore Coat
4.0
(2)
"Chore coat, Detroit jacket, or... the J131 (or J25) over the hoodie."
"I would recommend the Chore Coat."
#35
Decathlon
4.0
(2)
"Goes on sale for around 55-60$"
"The cheapest new down jacket is $70 and it comes with a hood."
#36
Frogg Toggs
4.0
(2)
"They’ve been keeping me dry for 20 years. Are they ugly? Sure. But they’re cheap and they work."
"They work, and they’re cheap, light, and breathable."
#37
Moose Knuckles
4.0
(2)
"My teen has a moose knuckles jacket that he got as a gift and I have to say it is very well made."
"You’ll probably find out in this sub that even the mods will suggest you to try Moose Knuckles first."
#38
Rogue Territory
4.0
(2)
"I have both Rogue Territory Supply jacket and the Barbour commander Beacon jacket."
"The lined Rogue Territory Supply Jacket"
#39
Pawsomefinds.shop
4.0
(2)
"Got affordable winter jacket for dogs. You can try."
"Got affordable winter jacket for dogs. You can try."
#40
Fjern
4.0
(2)
"The Fjern is crazy good for the money (£69.99 on SportPursuit at the moment)"
"Fjern Husly is the normal recommendation for a budget option."
#41
Hurtta
4.0
(2)
"I second those saying to check out Hurtta and Ruffwear. Another brand to look at is RC Pets."
"[Hurtta] coats tend to have several points of adjustment."
#42
Mission Workshop
4.0
(2)
"Mine is (now discontinued?) mission workshop eiger ultralight."
"Westward or Bremen by Mission Workshop for classic look and textile innovation with durability."
#43
Outdoor Research
4.0
(2)
"Love my outdoor research aspire. Less crinkly than the Patagonia 3l torrent shell"
"I like the jacket for sure"
#44
Burton
5.0
(1)
"I have the Burton AK Cyclic shell, it kept me warm in the negative temperatures last weekend."
#45
Florence
5.0
(1)
"Really warm, weighs about 3 oz, packs up into a pillow."
#46
Helikon-Tex
5.0
(1)
"It is one of the best jackets I've owned."
#47
Gore-Tex
5.0
(1)
"I've never been disappointed by a Gore-Tex jacket. Experience from Marmot, Haglöfs and Berghaus."
#48
Meta Shell
5.0
(1)
"Meta Shell is great. Put a fleece or Alpaca crewneck underneath and it’s a darn close puffer jacket. It’s waterproof, breathable, fashionable."
#49
Legendary Whitetail
5.0
(1)
"All my coats are Legendary Whitetail."
#50
LL Bean
4.0
(1)
"LL Bean has many great jackets. I like their field coats and utility jackets, which would do fine in the rain, just no hoods."
#51
Rydale
4.0
(1)
"It's really nice, and unlike anything I've ever worn before."
#52
local dealership
4.0
(1)
"Now there offering battery operated ones."
#53
London Fog
4.0
(1)
"London Fog trench in stone."
#54
Craghoppers
4.0
(1)
"Mate, go check out craghoppers waterproof coats on Decathlon, there's some big old discounts on them at the moment!"
#55
Aero
4.0
(1)
"Aero Half Belt or Cafe Racer."
#56
Trespass
4.0
(1)
"I got a decent waterproof jacket over there a while back and it’s served me well as a budget hiking bits store."
#57
Members Only
4.0
(1)
"I have an older Members Only wool black bomber and it works pretty good for lots of outfits."
#58
Copper Moon
4.0
(1)
"Copper Moon in Montavilla has great jackets."
#59
Relwen
4.0
(1)
"Look at Relwen."
#60
Prada
4.0
(1)
"Prada makes outdoor stuff. Check out the lifestyle versions from Euro companies like norrona."
#61
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"Someone posted about a winter parka from Walmart that they seem very happy with."
#62
Aspire
4.0
(1)
"Second the Aspire 3L. Kept me dry hiking Machu Picchu in the rainy season."
#63
Cole Haan
4.0
(1)
"Macys has Cole haan wool coats for about that price."
#64
Halley Stevensons
4.0
(1)
"I have a halley stevensons waxed canvas coat that's layered a bit."
#66
RST
4.0
(1)
"The RST Paragon 6 has done me solid and was comparatively cheap."
#67
British Military Surplus
3.0
(1)
"Light weight wool/synthetic safari long sleeve and a SADF battle jacket"
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