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Comparing Rain Jackets for Men

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Awards Editors' Choice Award
Best Overall Rain Jacket
 Top Pick Award
Best Mobility and Freedom of Movement
  
Price $500 List
$500.00 at REI		$400 List
$400.00 at REI		$209.97 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers		$213.97 at Public Lands$226.77 at Amazon
Compare at 4 sellers
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Pros Excellent waterproofing, pit zips, durableTop-tier storm worthiness, great hood design, long-lasting DWR, excellent breathability, hip-belt-friendly pocketsGreat mobility, amazing breathability, waterproof chest pocket, helmet-compatible hoodExcellent side vents, comfortable, excellent water resistanceSuper stretchy material, above average breathability, nice interior feel, lightweight, stuffs into its pocket
Cons Less breathable, stiffer fabric, expensiveNo ventilation options, expensive, doesn't stuff into its pocketDoesn’t pack into pocket, less waterproof than top models, above average weightPocket zippers are not waterproof, does not stow in pocketAverage weather protection, easy to overtighten hood and squeeze ears
Bottom Line A top-tier rain jacket with excellent water protection, adjustability, and durability from hood to waistThis function-focused jacket is exceptionally versatile and offers some of the best performance in our reviewA very solid jacket with excellent breathability that provides strong waterproofing in all but the most extreme of situationsA reliable all-around shell with great ventilation features in a fairly light, durable, and stormworthy packageConstructed with a super stretchy material and offering superb mobility, this is the ideal rain shell for demanding activities
Rating Categories Arc'teryx Beta LT Arc'teryx Beta Jacket Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Fo... Mountain Hardwear S...
Water Resistance (30%)
9.5
8.0
7.5
7.0
7.0
Breathability (25%)
7.5
8.0
9.0
8.5
7.5
Comfort and Mobility (20%)
7.5
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.5
Weight (15%)
5.8
7.3
4.7
6.7
7.5
Durability (10%)
9.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Specs Arc'teryx Beta LT Arc'teryx Beta Jacket Outdoor Research Fo... Outdoor Research Fo... Mountain Hardwear S...
Measured Weight 13.3 oz 10.75 oz 15.0 oz 11.8 oz 10.5 oz
Waterproof Fabric Material 3-layer N40p Gore-Tex, DWR finish 3-layer Gore-Tex with Gore C-Knit backer 2-layer recycled Gore-Tex Paclite, 50D poly, stretch Gore-Tex panel, PFC-free DWR finish 2-layer Gore-Tex Paclite 2.5-layer 50D Dry.Q (propriatary material)
Pockets 2 zippered hand 2 zippered hand, 1
zippered interior laminated pocket		 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest
Pit Zips Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Stows Into Pocket No No No No Yes
Helmet Compatible Hood Yes No Yes Yes No
Hipbelt Friendly Hand Pockets No Yes No No No
Additional Features Adjustable StormHood, WaterTight Vislon zipper, brushed microsuede chin guard, gusseted underarms, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters Adjustable StormHood, WaterTight Vislon zipper, chin guard, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters, RECCO emergency reflector aids Adjustable hood drawcord, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal front storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, key clip Adjustable hood, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal front storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, key clip Adjustable hood, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters, carabiner clip loop