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Comparing Rain Jackets for Men

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Awards Editors' Choice Award
Best Overall Rain Jacket
    
Price $500 List
$500.00 at REI		$179.00 at REI$187.00 at Amazon$198.97 at Public Lands$400 List
$400.00 at REI
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Pros Excellent waterproofing, pit zips, durableDurable, long-lasting DWR, good storm-worthiness, minimal clammy feelStorm-worthy, durable, versatile, good breathability and ventilation, waterproof pocketsGreat storm protection, above average breathability, no clammy feeling, packs tightly into reversible stuff pocket, helmet-compatible hood, less crinklyTop-tier storm worthiness, great hood design, long-lasting DWR, excellent breathability, hip-belt-friendly pockets
Cons Less breathable, stiffer fabric, expensiveHeavier, stiff fabric, average packed sizeHeavy for a "minimalist" designAverage freedom of movement, less stretchy than most other air-permeable models, fit, low handwarmer pockets could be more functionalNo ventilation options, expensive, doesn't stuff into its pocket
Bottom Line A top-tier rain jacket with excellent water protection, adjustability, and durability from hood to waistA durable jacket with a function-focused design that will keep most wearers satisfied without putting too big a hole in their walletsThis is one of our favorite do-anything jackets, offering excellent weather resistance, functionality, and durabilityThis jack-of-all-trades jacket offers some of the best weather protection and durability for an air-permeable modelThis function-focused jacket is exceptionally versatile and offers some of the best performance in our review
Rating Categories Arc'teryx Beta LT Patagonia Torrentsh... Marmot Minimalist Outdoor Research Mi... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket
Water Resistance (30%) Sort Icon
9.5
8.5
8.5
8.0
8.0
Breathability (25%)
7.5
6.5
7.5
8.0
8.0
Comfort and Mobility (20%)
7.5
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8.0
Weight (15%)
5.8
5.7
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7.3
Durability (10%)
9.0
8.5
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Specs Arc'teryx Beta LT Patagonia Torrentsh... Marmot Minimalist Outdoor Research Mi... Arc'teryx Beta Jacket
Measured Weight 13.3 oz 13.4 oz 16.0 oz 14.5 oz 10.75 oz
Waterproof Fabric Material 3-layer N40p Gore-Tex, DWR finish 3-layer H2No Performance Standard ECONYL (propriatary material) with a PFC-free DWR finish 2-layer Gore-Tex Paclite with a PFC-free DWR finish 3-layer AscentShell (propriatary material) 3-layer Gore-Tex with Gore C-Knit backer
Pockets 2 zippered hand 2 zippered hand 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 2 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1
zippered interior laminated pocket
Pit Zips Yes Yes Yes No No
Stows Into Pocket No Yes No Yes No
Helmet Compatible Hood Yes No Yes Yes No
Hipbelt Friendly Hand Pockets No No No No Yes
Additional Features Adjustable StormHood, WaterTight Vislon zipper, brushed microsuede chin guard, gusseted underarms, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters 2-way adjustable and stowable hood, microfleece-lined neck, external and internal zipper storm flaps, chin zipper guard, adjustable Velcro cuffs, drawcord hem, carabiner clip-in loop Adjustable hood, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs Adjustable hood, YKK Aquaguard zippers, internal storm flap, adjustable drawcord hem, adjustable Velcro cuffs, TorsoFlo 2-way side vents, carabiner clip loop, key clip Adjustable StormHood, WaterTight Vislon zipper, chin guard, adjustable Velcro cuffs, dual lower hem adjusters, RECCO emergency reflector aids