Solbari Resort Wide Brim Sun Hat vs Coolibar Perla Packable Wide Brim Hat

Buy the Solbari Resort hat if you want a breathable cotton-linen hat with a ponytail opening, a removable chin strap and an adjustable fit in two head sizes. Buy the Coolibar Perla if you want a hat you can crush into a bag and not worry about, in a straw look that shrugs off abuse. Both give UPF 50+ and a 4-inch brim. The Resort scores higher with owners (4.9 from over 1,300 ratings against 4.2 from about 250) and is praised for comfort and shapeable shade; the Perla wins on packability and durability but fits one circumference and is spot clean only.

• Choose the Solbari Resort if you want a soft, breathable hat with a ponytail opening, a chin strap for wind and an adjustable fit across two size ranges.
• Choose the Coolibar Perla if you want a crushable straw-look hat you can roll, fold and stuff in a bag without damage.