Best winter coat on Reddit
320 reviews from r/BuyItForLife, r/minnesota, r/Indiana and 40 more subreddits
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#1
Columbia
4.4
(34)
"You’ll need a pass but you can get a fabulous warm and waterproof coat for $200!!"
"Love my Omni Heat Payton Pass II interchange jacket!"
"Definitely Columbia!! And if you’re willing to get a super good deal."
"Columbia with their Omniheat."
"I got a Columbia several years ago and it’s been great at keeping me warm."
"Columbia all day every day."
"Columbia makes nice jackets that are 2 in 1."
"I just bought a correct size brand new jacket for $50."
"I've had a few Columbia jackets that have lasted over 5 years with daily winter use."
"I'd tell you those columbia jackets with the wind shell are top notch."
#2
Carhartt
4.5
(28)
"Carhartt makes a great one."
"Fleece lined carhartt is the move."
"Carhartt!!! They're awesome butch coats, super warm."
"I’ve always enjoyed Carhartt, heavy, warm, and it’s a working jacket."
"A Carhart is the only way. Water proof, warm, indestructible."
"I've had 1 carhartt since I was like 16 and it's doing perfectly fine."
"If you do lots of manual labor then you can't go wrong with a good Carhartt."
"Carhartt makes nice jackets that will outlast you."
"Carhart last ages, I've had mine close to 10 years."
"It's very warm, not super expensive and they last forever."
#3
Patagonia
4.7
(20)
"Patagonia is the best! So warm."
"I highly recommend Patagonia. I bought one 3 years ago and love it."
"Long lasting, versatile depending on the dress code and free repairs for life."
"I recommend the 3-in-1's that zip down into inner and outer layers."
"Consider durable winter coats from Patagonia, Arc'teryx, Canada Goose, or The North Face, known for their waterproofing and insulation."
"I like patagonia as they are built to last."
"I have a Patagonia that has lasted about 4 winters now."
"Patagonia Nano Puff. Some folks say the down jacket, definitely not for Indiana."
"Patagonia. They have a lifetime guarantee."
"Buy it once buy it right."
#4
Eddie Bauer
4.5
(19)
"My wife has one from Eddie Bauer and she loves it."
"Eddie Bauer coats have kept me very warm."
"Eddie Bauer is always having sales. Awesome quality and warranty!"
"The outlet malls. The discounts at the Eddie Bauer and Columbia outlets can lead to some really great deals."
"Eddie Bauer has 50% off right now. I have a great winter coat from there."
"Warranty is amazing. Had a 7 seven year old one, was a smoker, used it for several years to ice fish so was dirty as hell, and the zipper broke."
"Living through the Buffalo Blizzard with an Eddie Bauer parka right now."
"1/3 the price of Patagonia and super warm!"
"50% off sale happening right now."
"And Eddie Bauer has great sales."
#5
Canada Goose
4.5
(16)
"So I sacrificed sartorial style for a Canada goose for the coldest weather and never looked back."
"Vote for Canada Goose."
"I love it."
"They are really expensive but will last for years."
"Very good quality - Canada Goose is among the best for warmth."
"Quite warm."
"Canada Goose."
"Canada goose is my personal fave. Expensive but worth the money."
"Canada Goose."
"Canada Goose."
#6
Lands' End
4.3
(11)
"I got a long one from Lands End a couple of years ago and love it."
"I got a long one from Lands End a couple of years ago and love it."
"Make the best warm coats for our winter weather."
"Lands End. Grandmas love Lands End."
"Just checked the website and their coats are $200ish but a lot are currently on sale."
"It's a great jacket for the price."
"I’d look at Lands’ End."
"My parents use Lands End."
"Lots of super warm coats, they have temp ratings listed, right now 40-60% off online."
"A knee length down parka with a hood will do you well for the majority of time."
#7
Helly Hansen
4.6
(9)
"I have a Helly Hansen and I love it because I stay warm and dry."
"It's very warm, very waterproof."
"Anything else is a shite imitation."
"I’ve been loyal to Helly Hansen for my winter coats for years. Best value IMO, especially if you can find one on sale."
"It’s warm to -40C, and has stood up to lots of shovelling and snowshoeing."
"Helly Hansen for the rain, Northface, Fjallraven, Columbia, or LL Bean for the cold."
"Has parkas at very good prices."
"I just get helly Hansen. Usually good enough with a sweater also."
"I have a Helly Hansen parka that’s been warm and great for years."
#8
North Face
4.6
(9)
"I have been skiing, sledding, shoveling, you name it in my North Face."
"It’s the warmest jacket I have ever owned, I love it, and is perfect for the current temps we are seeing."
"North face mcmurdo parka, spent $400 and its holding up beautifully."
"A fake northface coat i bought in vacation in Vietnam."
"For the actual cold I wear North Face, and that lasts 10+ years of heavy wear."
"I bought my first North Face 10 years ago."
"I just picked up a one owner North Face for 22$."
"Does a great job against the wind on all but the very coldest of days"
"The North Face outlets often have good deals on coats."
#9
Hurtta
5.0
(8)
"Covers all the key muscle groups, warm and very adjustable"
"Hurtta are amazing, pricey but the best dang coat you’ll find."
"We like our Hurtta brand insulated parka. It's rated to like -15F."
"For winter, I like Hurtta brand. Excellent quality."
"Hurtta."
"Their winter coats are good down to -30 C/-20 F."
"Can't recommend Hurtta enough."
"Hurrta makes the best dog coats!"
#10
Uniqlo
4.3
(9)
"It’s wind proof and water resistant and good for our cold northern Canadian winters."
"They're under $200 for knee length, very warm."
"They have excellent quality, reasonably priced winter wear."
"Uniqlo, Lands End, or Columbia"
"Uniqlo."
"Its on sale in the store. It's an alternative to Canada Goose."
"I've been wearing them for years."
"Should do the same trick for significantly less"
"Uniqlo has some very reasonably priced and warm jackets."
#11
Fjallraven
4.9
(8)
"The latter being the kindest of the lot in terms of animal welfare."
"My wife and I have Fjallraven Nuuk coats we take whenever we travel to cold places."
"Fjallraven Nuuk Parka."
"I have a couple of Fjallraven coats that have lasted many many years."
"I’ll put a vote in for Fjallraven."
"I have a Fjallraven coat that goes up passed my mouth and cuts the wind and is super warm."
"Best money I ever spent."
"I like Fjallraven because they are PFAS free."
#12
Arc'teryx
4.6
(7)
"I recently bought this by Veilance... Full goretex pro for waterproofing, down filled to keep you warm."
"I recommend Arcteryx, they are so so warm and functional."
"Options like Patagonia’s Tres 3-in-1, Arc'teryx Patera, or The North Face Arctic Parka offer longevity and comfort."
"Arc’teryx is the only answer."
"Arc’teryx, Patagonia and Cotapaxi."
"Arcteryx is really *really* popular amongst guys i feel like, i dont think ive ever seen a woman wear one"
"VIPOFHY.com has some nice arc’teryx and other coats and jackets you might wanna check out"
#13
The North Face
4.7
(6)
"Options like Patagonia’s Tres 3-in-1, Arc'teryx Patera, or The North Face Arctic Parka offer longevity and comfort."
"North face is my personal recommendation. lots of people also like carhartt."
"I bought a north face jacket 8 years ago for $550 and it is still like new."
"I have 2 recommendations for warmth and style."
"Something in a style or model you like from north face, Patagonia, or LL bean is a good choice."
"I got a North Face coat on sale last winter that's super warm and long and chic."
#14
REI
4.2
(6)
"I would go to REI. Mountain hardware, REI Brand and Patagonia all have coats."
"Try REI or Patagonia."
"My local REI has a bunch of great coats on clearance right now."
"My personal setup is an REI goretex jacket, two different Patagonia better sweaters."
"My personal setup is to get three pieces: shell, down, fleece."
"I always look for waterproof, hood with some insulation, and durable."
#15
Marmot
4.4
(5)
"I have a Marmot, I’m never cold."
"Marmot, I cannot tolerate cold weather and it’s the brand that works better for me."
"I've been partial to Marmot lately."
"I got a very nice marmot on an end of season sale. Would recommend if you get cold easily."
"I got a very nice marmot on an end of season sale. Would recommend if you get cold easily."
#16
Mountain Warehouse
4.4
(5)
"I have a mid calf length soft shell coat from mountain warehouse (UK) that is very warm without being heavy or bulky."
"Just got myself a £80 mountain warehouse jacket for £6 on Vinted."
"Ridiculous warmth."
"Mountain Warehouse."
"Slightly related: anyone have any recommendations for places to get a decent winter coat that wont break the bank?"
#17
Costco
4.2
(5)
"I've only had Costco coats and jackets for winter and they are amazing!"
"Costco and make sure it’s down filled."
"Grabbed a $30 hooded coat at Costco that’s probably still 80-90% as good as a jacket as the $300 one I bought at REI."
"Costco! You can get very warm large coats for $20-$40"
"Costco has a lot right now."
#18
Duluth Trading Co
5.0
(4)
"Keeps me at room temperature even if it's -30 with wind-chill."
"They are warm, practical and fit well."
"I love Duluth Trading company! All of my work clothes come from them."
"Before I moved my dad let me take his parka, and it's great even at 20 below, with wind chill."
#19
Woolrich
4.8
(4)
"Woolrich."
"Great down to -30C or so."
"Warmest coat has to be the Woolrich Arctic Parka."
"Woolrich has some models in down and gore tex."
#20
Moose Knuckles
4.8
(4)
"Moose Knuckles without a doubt."
"Really high quality piece of kit."
"Best coat I’ve ever had."
"Moose Knuckles jackets are always nice, Mackage too."
#21
Duluth Trading Company
4.8
(4)
"Makes serious coats. I have one that’s big on me and it’s basically like being in a sleeping bag."
"Duluth trading company over carharrt any day for pretty much everything."
"Duluth Trading Company. I've found great deals online, in the clearance section."
"I've heard good things about Duluth Trading Company."
#22
Barbour
4.8
(4)
"Currently wearing my Barbour Brampton which I got for £179 from an outlet village."
"The ultimate BIFL coat is Barbour. Very classy looking, brilliantly designed, and will last forever."
"I have a 20 year old U.K. made Barbour."
"Vintage Barbour if you live in the countryside."
#23
LL Bean
4.5
(4)
"They’re the only winter coats i’ve ever had, i swear by them."
"LL Bean is expensive but worth the money if you want to be comfortable outside."
"Check LL Bean? They used to be really good quality."
"Llbean has some good options under $200."
#24
Didriksons
4.3
(4)
"I just bought a didriksen coat and love it."
"Didriksons are great."
"If they sell didriksons where you are at I highly recommend them."
"Didriksons."
#25
Equafleece
5.0
(3)
"These are so good all we need to do is dry is paws."
"Our boy loves his equafleeces."
"I use Equafleece in the UK"
#26
Nobis
5.0
(3)
"Nobis."
"Nobis or Canada Goose but not from the UK."
"Nobis is my favorite coat."
#27
Filson
5.0
(3)
"My go to in the winter is my Filson Mackinaw cruiser. You can find the mackinaw cruiser on eBay a lot of times for half the price of new and the jacket is a tank and will last my friend."
"For daily wear I love wool. For 100 more dollars you'll get a Schott navy peacoat or a Filson Mackinaw cruiser."
"Made in USA, and plenty of pockets. I picked one up this fall after lusting after it for 10 years. Love it."
#28
Noize
4.3
(3)
"I love Noize. It’s a Canadian brand so super warm and all cruelty free and they constantly have great sales n"
"I used to have a down coat and it’s just as warm as Noize."
"I really like my coats from Noize."
#29
Sierra Trading Post
4.3
(3)
"Sierra Trading Post (online) has great sales on all sorts of brands."
"I got mine from sierra trading post for like 40 bucks and it is great, lasts well."
"Great deals on quality stuff."
#30
Oros Apparel
5.0
(2)
"Oros Apparel parka. Very thin, aerosol insulation. I tested it to -15 and was toasty."
"I tested it to -15 and was toasty."
#31
Peak Performance
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for Peak Performance."
"Peak Performance is superb, a bit sporty, but they have sales going on all the time."
#32
Kuhl
5.0
(2)
"I bit the bullet and decided to buy an expensive jacket last year and love it."
"I bit the bullet and decided to buy an expensive jacket last year and love it. You can't get cold in this thing."
#33
Decathlon
4.5
(2)
"A good ski jacket all black. Have it for 15 years."
"Love it, keeps me warm and dry!"
#34
Regatta
4.5
(2)
"Regatta is the best for coats keep an eye they usually have a sale."
"Regatta’s waterproof coats keep you warm."
#35
Mackage
4.5
(2)
"Big fan of Mackage. I love their winter stuff (and it’s rated to, like, -25°C)."
"Have you looked at the brand Mackage."
#36
Mountain Hardwear
4.5
(2)
"Mountain hard wear, hands down."
"I have a mountain hardware down jacket and a Sherpa lined fashion jacket."
#37
Duluth Trading
4.5
(2)
"Duluth Trading carries some very long-lasting coats."
"Duluth Trading likely has something that would work."
#38
Rab
4.5
(2)
"The perfect combo for British weather!"
"Rab."
#39
Frahm
4.5
(2)
"Look up Frahm. Amazing."
"Check out Frahm."
#40
3-in-1 Jacket
4.5
(2)
"I've always gone with a 3-in-1. Fleece jacket + shell gets you through the ups and downs of a Thunder Bay winter."
"I recommend either a 3-in-1 jacket with a removable insulated liner."
#41
Craghoppers
4.0
(2)
"It's crazy warm."
"Still warm and waterproof."
#42
Walmart
4.0
(2)
"You can get by with walmart sweater layers as long as that outer one keeps the wind and water mostly off you."
"Walmart has a bunch of good options"
#43
Macy's
4.0
(2)
"Go look at macys!!!! I just got a really nice long winter coat that was originally 400 for 180 there."
"Macy’s has lots of cute options and a good sale right now."
#44
Burlington Coat Factory
4.0
(2)
"You could always try Burlington Coat factory and try on a bunch."
"You should check out Burlington Coat Factory! Lots of nice, warm coats for good prices."
#45
AlpKit
4.0
(2)
"My go to has always been AlpKit."
"They both keep me warm and dry all winter."
#46
Hollister
4.0
(2)
"Hollister. You’ll get 10 years of average use out of it."
"You’ll get 10 years of average use out of it. Usually on sale for 100-150"
#47
L.L. Bean
4.0
(2)
"I've compared coats from LL Bean and Land's End."
"For price/quality combo I’d look at LL bean."
#48
IZ Adaptive
4.0
(2)
"Amazing clothes for anyone in a wheelchair."
"IZ Adaptive clothing will custom make outerwear."
#49
Etsy
4.0
(2)
"Have you checked Etsy? You might be looking at getting something custom made."
"Lots of Etsy stores will do reasonably priced custom coats which are great for our long boys and girls!"
#50
Milwaukee
5.0
(1)
"I'm pretty happy with milwaukee's heated gear particularly the axis jacket."
#51
Howling Dog Alaska
5.0
(1)
"My Catahoula loves his howling dog coat, and it kept him playful even in 30 below zero."
#52
Woolpower
5.0
(1)
"Woolpower 600. It’s composed primarily of merino wool followed by polyamide."
#53
Berne
5.0
(1)
"This is what I went with and it has been awesome."
#54
Tough Duck
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had my Tough Duck jacket for 10+ years & it’s super warm."
#55
Rudsak
5.0
(1)
"It's pricey but I splurged on a Rudsak a few years ago and it's one of the best decisions I have ever made."
#56
Tommy Hilfiger
5.0
(1)
"I spent $40 on a nice warm Tommy hilfiger jacket like 3 years ago. It remains the warmest jacket I own."
#57
Schott
5.0
(1)
"For daily wear I love wool. For 100 more dollars you'll get a Schott navy peacoat or a Filson Mackinaw cruiser."
#58
Leather
5.0
(1)
"I swear by my leather trench. I've been out for hours in it in blizzards and stomping through the woods in a foot of snow."
#59
Chilly Dog
5.0
(1)
"Chilly Dog!!! We’re in Canada and just spent 1hr outside in -25C thanks to this jacket."
#60
Aritzia Super Puff
5.0
(1)
"I love my aritzia super puff like others have commented."
#61
Calvin Klein Wool Coat
5.0
(1)
"It was so warm in NY when it was 24 degrees out."
#62
Elkline
5.0
(1)
"Elkline if you want something more tailored, their three-quarters coats are superb and super toasty."
#63
Viktos
4.0
(1)
"Viktos is a gun related company and has some that are good. But can be pricey. The alpha dawn is an insulated jacket that does well for me."
#64
Czech
4.0
(1)
"The Czech M85 parka is affordable and warm."
#66
eBay
4.0
(1)
"EBay is my favorite coat source."
#67
Marks
4.0
(1)
"Look for a nice deal on any of the generic brands you can find at like Marks."
#68
Generic Brands
4.0
(1)
"Obviously a good jacket is important, but layers are much more important."
#69
Finisterre
4.0
(1)
"Finisterre"
#70
Noize Parka
4.0
(1)
"Her current favorite parka is from Noize."
#71
Kanuk
4.0
(1)
"There are also a few Canadian alternatives from Canada Goose based in Montreal/Quebec (Kanuk, Quartz Co)."
#72
37 Degrees
4.0
(1)
"37 degrees has a balaclava puffer that’s really nice, coming out December or end of this month"
#73
Wind River
4.0
(1)
"The Canadian retailer Mark's has some decent stuff-- their house brand, Wind River, is quite rugged."
#74
Aritzia Winter Coats
4.0
(1)
"Aritzia winter coats are very warm and reasonably priced."
#75
Cotopaxi
4.0
(1)
"Cotopaxi and Patagonia make really nice and very warm coats."
#76
Orolay
4.0
(1)
"It's light weight but REALLY warm and pretty cheap."
#77
Ecoalf
4.0
(1)
"I'm in love with ecoalf. It's a Spanish sustainable brand reasonably priced and very good for this lovely weather."
#78
Alaskan Hardgear
4.0
(1)
"For me it’s a hoodie and an Alaskan Hardgear rain proof jacket."
#79
Anaconda
4.0
(1)
"Merino Wool thermals I'm pretty sure you can get at Anaconda."
#80
Elite Hound
4.0
(1)
"Get local, good stuff: https://www.elitehound.com.au They do ship internet 😊"
#81
Whistles
4.0
(1)
"My gf’s go-tos are whistles, 'and other stories' and toast."
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