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Down Sweater Hoody

patagonia

Down Sweater Hoody

patagonia

Price£182 - £260
Colors (5)
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Reviews (2)

outdoor gear labFeb 21, 2024
62/100

Summary

The Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody is a solid midweight down jacket that balances warmth and everyday versatility. It uses 800-fill down, a balaclava-style hood, and a recycled ripstop nylon shell with a DWR finish, making it easy to layer under a shell for mild to moderate winter days. It offers reliable warmth and hood coverage with practical pockets, but movement coverage is average and the cuffs are loose.

Pros

  • +Good mid-layer
  • +Excellent hood coverage
  • +Simple versatile design
  • +Comes with repair patches

Cons

  • -Not great coverage during movement
  • -Loose cuffs
  • -Mediocre performance

Activity Scores

hiking
70
trail running
50

Feature Scores

value
60
warmth
75
comfort
75
breathable
65
durability
70
waterproof
60
lightweight
65
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better trailJan 19, 2025
98/100

Summary

The Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody is a versatile, warm, everyday-friendly insulated jacket that doubles as a backcountry workhorse thanks to its cozy feel, packability, and durable, recycled-face fabric. It’s heavier than some performance puffies and offers limited weather protection in wet conditions, but its comfort, styling, and layer-ready warmth make it a strong all-around option for casual wear and light outdoor use.

Pros

  • +Versatile warmth that can be worn almost every day of the season.
  • +Regular fit that’s comfortable and layers well.
  • +Relatively durable face fabric made from recycled fishing nets (Patagonia includes a few repair patches, too).
  • +Horizontal baffling is stylish, flattering, and not too bulky.

Cons

  • -Heavier than performance-oriented jackets of similar warmth.
  • -A DWR finish is your only protection against moisture.

Activity Scores

hiking
70
travel
85
camping
85
mountaineering
75
casual lifestyle
95

Feature Scores

value
60
warmth
85
comfort
95
breathable
60
durability
70
waterproof
40
lightweight
75
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