Swisswell Men's Rain Jacket vs SaphiRose Men's Packable Rain Jacket

Buy the SaphiRose-style packable jacket if you want stronger rain protection and a jacket that stuffs into its own pocket. Buy the Swisswell if you need a size above 3XL or want reflective stripes for low-light wear. The packable jacket has the higher waterproof and breathability ratings, taped seams and a two-way zipper; the Swisswell is a basic 5,000mm windbreaker with mesh lining and elastic cuffs. Owners of light packable shells often note they feel thin and crinkle, while budget windbreakers like the Swisswell draw complaints about wet-through in steady rain.

• Choose the Swisswell if you need sizes up to 6XL or want reflective chest and back stripes for walking or cycling in the dark.
• Choose the packable jacket if you face real rain, want taped seams and pit-style venting, and value a shell that folds into its own pocket.