Condor Summit Softshell Jacket vs Helikon-Tex Wolfhound Jacket

The Condor Summit is the better pick for wet, active outdoor work: it has a waterproof breathable membrane, taped seams, a stow-away hood and underarm vents. The Helikon-Tex Wolfhound is a lighter, warmer insulation layer that packs down small and works alone in dry cold or under a shell. Owners of the Summit praise its toughness and venting but call it bulky and stiff; Wolfhound owners like the warmth-to-weight but note it is not waterproof and the thin nylon shell can snag.

• Choose the Condor Summit if you need one jacket for rain, wind and hard use, and want a hood and pit zips.
• Choose the Helikon-Tex Wolfhound if you want a light, packable warm layer for cold dry days or to wear under a hardshell.