We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Marmot Variant Insulated Jacket – Men’s and summarize the results below:
Universal Ranking
PeakScore: 73 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.6 stars 
Expert Rating: 1.3 stars 
Number of Ratings Reviewed: 83
Pros & Cons
Reasons to buy:
User Reviews
- Great for 3-season use.
- Provides flexibility during activity.
- Not too bulky to prevent easy layering.
- Breathable enough that you can layer with this on colder days.
- Versatile and well-designed for functionality.
- Lightweight, but warm.
Expert Reviews
- Power Stretch protects from the wind, but provides enough stretch for activities.
- Wicks away moisture well to prevent overheating.
- Fit is trim and fits well under jackets.
- The high collar keeps the wind out.
- Using as an insulation piece works well during cold weather.
- The front half being a synthetic puffy vest allows you to keep your core warm.
Reasons NOT to buy:
User Reviews
- The sizing runs small, so you may need to try on before buying.
- Some reports of fitting tightly around the chest area.
- It might be too warm for intense activities, like running, on warmer days.
Expert Reviews
- Base-layers with a slick outer material fit well under this jacket, but thicker and more waffled layers may stick.
- Having insulation around the core area, and less coverage in the back and arms may not suit everyone’s needs, with some reports of overheating during exercise and getting cold during sedentary use.
Summary:
The Marmot Variant Insulated Jacket for men is a comfortable, breathable, and well-fitting jacket that combines puffy insulation with thinner, wicking material, to try and balance warmth and performance. Despite some people not liking the combination of these materials, claiming the layer doesn’t provide enough warmth for cold weather, and too warm for activities, the versatility and layering abilities of this jacket may be exactly what you need for your next adventure.
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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.