Patagonia
Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Hoody
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A lightweight hooded down jacket with a 20-denier NetPlus recycled nylon ripstop shell made from reclaimed fishing nets, insulated with 800-fill-power Responsible Down Standard certified down. Weighs 12.1 oz with 5.3 oz of down fill. Packs into its own chest pocket. Fair Trade Certified, PFC/PFAS-free DWR. Covered by Patagonia's Ironclad Guarantee.
104verified reviews analyzed
85%positive
76
A/ 100High Durability
Material & Build19/25
800-fill-power RDS down (5.3 oz fill) is premium insulation. 20-denier NetPlus recycled nylon ripstop shell with PFC-free DWR and bluesign-approved fabrics. Fair Trade Certified factory. Deducted for thin 20D shell being snag-prone, feather leakage reports, and limited water resistance from quilted construction.
Warranty & Support25/35
Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee covers manufacturing defects for product lifetime with repair, replacement, or refund. In-house repair center in Reno, NV performs 40,000+ repairs annually. Worn Wear resale platform extends product life. Wear-and-tear repairs charged at cost. Items with 6+ holes or 3+ broken zippers excluded.
User Trust32/40
Switchback Travel ranks it best overall women's down jacket. REI shows approximately 104 reviews across versions at 4.0-4.4/5 stars. OutdoorGearLab tested but rated middle-of-the-road. Multiple long-term reviewers confirm 4-6 years of regular use. Certified B Corp. Review count is moderate compared to the men's version.
high ConfidenceUpdated Feb 2026
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Shell is 1.2-oz 20-denier NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop made from reclaimed fishing nets. Insulated with 800-fill-power down certified to the Responsible Down Standard by Control Union. All fabrics are bluesign approved with PFC/PFAS-free DWR.
Source: Patagonia product specifications
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Weighs 12.1 oz total with 5.3 oz of 800-fill down. Packs into its own interior zippered chest pocket with a carabiner clip-in loop. Packed size approximately 10 x 6.5 x 4.5 inches.
Source: Patagonia product specifications
Known Concerns4 issues reported
The 20-denier shell is thin and prone to snagging on branches or abrasive surfaces. Some reviewers report down feathers leaking through the shell fabric with minimal wear.
Elastic cuffs are loose and not adjustable, allowing cold air and wind to enter at the wrists. Multiple expert reviewers identify this as the jacket's weakest design element.
Quilted construction creates water entry points at stitch lines. The jacket offers minimal rain protection and down insulation loses loft when wet, unlike synthetic alternatives.
At $329 MSRP, the price-to-warmth ratio is high compared to competitors offering similar or greater insulation for less. Some reviewers note the fit can be tight at the hips.
$329.00
$47.00/yrover 7 years
Where to Buy3 retailers
Prices updated Feb 2026. Links may earn a commission.
Brand Profile
Patagonia
Founded 1973 · Ventura, California, USA
Founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973. Certified B Corp and purpose-driven brand with an in-house repair program and Worn Wear resale platform.
Warranty
Ironclad Guarantee
Brand Score
22/30
Repair Program
Yes
Parts
medium
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