Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody vs REI Co-op 650 Down Hooded Jacket

Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody
Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody
REI Co-op 650 Down Hooded Jacket
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: Patagonia's Down Sweater is worth it for serious backcountry use; REI's 650 Down is the for everyday wear.

Winner: Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody

Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody: 8/10

REI Co-op 650 Down Hooded Jacket: 7/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Patagonia Down Sweater HoodyREI Co-op 650 Down Hooded Jacket
MSRP~$280~$149
Fill Power800-fill650-fill
Weight (M)~400g / 14 oz~480g / 17 oz
Shell10d ripstop20d nylon
Down StandardRecycled, traceableRDS-certified
PackabilitySoftball sizeSlightly larger

Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody

What works

  • 800-fill recycled down — warmer per ounce than REI's
  • Packs smaller with a lighter 10d shell
  • Traceable down supply chain and strong brand ethics

What doesn't

  • Premium price limits it for those who don't need elite performance
  • Thin 10d shell can snag on rough pack straps

REI Co-op 650 Down Hooded Jacket

What works

  • Costs about half as much as the Patagonia
  • Tougher shell fabric resists snagging on rough surfaces
  • Great warmth-to-price ratio for everyday use

What doesn't

  • 650-fill down is heavier for equivalent warmth
  • Compresses slightly less than higher-fill competitors
  • Less desirable resale value

Bottom line

Our pick: Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody.

View full comparison on GoodPickr

Related Comparisons

Browse all comparisons

View Interactive Comparison →

Affiliate disclosure: GoodPickr may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through partner links on this page. Verdicts are editorially independent and never influenced by affiliate relationships.

GoodPickr · Data-backed product comparisons