Arc’teryx Covert Hooded Fleece Jacket – Women’s

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Arc’teryx Covert Hooded Fleece Jacket – Women’s and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 76 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.3 stars 
Expert Rating: 2.5 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 75

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Sleek look with one-color fabric and zips that match.
  • Versatile enough for active use and city use.
  • Able to layer under different jackets comfortably.
  • Not restricting and provides ample movement.
  • Very warm and stylish.

Expert Reviews

  • Warm and relatively breathable.
  • Comfortable and good for wearing around town.
  • Mesh-lined pockets aid in breathability.
  • Snug fitting hood keeps heat in.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Some reports of the hood potentially drooping down over your eyes.
  • No loop to hang the jacket up.
  • Only have neon colors available, and some may prefer a more muted-look.
  • Not very windproof.
  • Some reports of the jacket pilling.

Expert Reviews

  • There are less expensive options available with similar performance.
  • Wind cuts right through the material.
  • Very expensive for being not very versatile.
  • Not good for aerobic activities and too bulky for a mid layer.

Summary:

The Arc’teryx Covert Hooded Fleece Jacket for women is a warm and stylish jacket. However, the high price point and bulk should be considered since you can find less expensive jackets that perform similarly well. With that said, this is a very stylish and warm jacket that looks and works great around town.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2.