Men's Silent Camo Softshell Hunting Jacket vs ReFire Gear Silent Soft Shell Camo Jacket

These two jackets are near-identical builds: same 94% polyester/6% spandex softshell, same polyester fleece lining, same two-way zipper, underarm vents, roll-up hood and hook-and-loop cuffs. The main real difference is the arm patch panels on the ReFire Gear jacket, which let you add unit or brand patches; the other jacket leans on its patented tree, leaf and reed camo patterns and a baggy cut for layering. Owners of this class of softshell report it is quiet enough for close hunting and warm for cool mornings, but the water resistance is a coating that needs refreshing and the baggy fit runs large. Buy the ReFire Gear if you want patch panels and a named brand; buy the other if you want the patented camo options and more room to layer.

• Choose the Silent Camouflage jacket if you want the patented tree, leaf and reed camo patterns and a baggy cut that layers over a heavy base.
• Choose the ReFire Gear jacket if you want hook-and-loop patch panels on both arms and a branded silent softshell.