Which is warmer for winter?

The Guess is rated heavyweight for winter; the REI is rated warm for fall. For freezing days, the Guess has the edge on paper.

Which is better for hiking?

The REI. It is windproof, water-resistant, has a two-way zipper and a hem drawcord, and is built for hiking and multisport.

Is the REI worth the extra money?

At $63.83 versus $57.00, the roughly $7 gap buys weather protection, a two-way zipper and a wider size range. Worth it if you are active outdoors.

Does either jacket have a hood?

Only the Guess. It has an attached hood inside the zipper at the neck; the REI has a high neck and no hood.

Which has more size options?

The REI, which runs from S to 3X in relaxed and roomy fits. The Guess listing is regular sizing shown in XL.

Which is better for rain?

The REI, whose shell is water-resistant and windproof. The Guess listing makes no water-resistance claim.

REI Co-op Women's 650 Down Jacket vs Guess Women's Down Puffer Jacket

Buy the REI 650 Down Jacket for hiking and active fall use, and for its broader size range and recycled ripstop shell. Buy the Guess Down Jacket if you want a hooded, heavier winter puffer for casual wear at the lowest price. The Guess is $57.00 at Walmart as of November 3, and the REI's only recorded price is $63.83 as of October 28.

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