Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket – Women’s

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket – Women’s and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 89 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.7 stars 
Expert Rating: 3.9 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 236

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Lightweight and stylish.
  • Comfortable and versatile for layering.
  • Able to stuff into side pocket for storage.
  • Stand-alone layer in moderate temperatures.
  • Looser fit makes it easier to layer comfortably.
  • Ideal for shoulder seasons.
  • Machine washable.
  • Hood form-fitting to face to seal in the heat.
  • Can pack into the size of a ziploc bag.
  • Enough mobility for activities like rock-climbing.

Expert Reviews

  • Ideal for clipping to a harness or putting into a backpack.
  • 60 g/m2 of PrimaLoft Gold Eco insulation, which allows for good warmth in moderate climates.
  • Helmet-compatible hood.
  • Hand-warming pockets.
  • Quilted design allows tiny perforations throughout the material, aiding in breathability.
  • Maintains 98% of warmth when wet according to Patagonia.
  • Dries quickly after being wet.
  • Eco-friendly insulation.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Slightly constricting around the neck when the jacket is zipped all the way.
  • Hood is very warm, but not necessarily stylish for around town.
  • Hood may be too big for certain body types when sizing-up to allow for layering.
  • May not fit certain body types if you have broad shoulders.
  • May need to size-up so the fit isn’t too tight around the hips.

Expert Reviews

  • Cheap stitching and faulty zippers.
  • No hem cord to seal in warmth around the waist.
  • Not very water-resistant.
  • Slightly windproof, but a strong wind will come through.
  • No fleece-lined chin guard or pockets.
  • Sleeves may ride up when arms reach overhead.
  • No velcro or snap buttons on wrists for adjustability.
  • Threading on quilted patterns can snag and come loose.

Summary:

The Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket for women is a durable, lightweight, stylish, compressible, and warm jacket that is ideal for shoulder seasons, or layering in colder temperatures. It is a classic mid-layer jacket with some minor drawbacks.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web, including here: 1, 2, 3.