RockyLoft Insulated Hooded Down Jacket vs Cotopaxi Fuego Hooded Down Jacket

Both are 800-fill down hoodies with recycled nylon shells, so warmth per gram is close. The Fuego is the lighter, simpler jacket at about 397g with a scuba hood and two-way zipper; the RockyLoft is about 518g and adds armpit vents, a fleece-lined hand pocket and a media pocket. Owners of the RockyLoft praise packability and venting but report the neck lets wind in and it runs short of warm for some below about 40°F. Pick the Fuego for weight and a snug hood, the RockyLoft for venting on the move and a roomier feature set.

• Choose the RockyLoft if you run hot on hikes or climbs and want armpit vents, a fleece-lined hand pocket and a stuff sack built into the left pocket.
• Choose the Fuego if you want the lighter jacket, a scuba hood that stays put, a two-way zipper and a lifetime warranty with repairs.