Ororo Women's Heated Dual Control Jacket vs ActionHeat Women's 5V Heated Hoodie

Buy the Ororo dual-control jacket if you want real cold-weather outerwear: five zones including heated arms, a wind- and water-resistant shell, and FELLEX insulation. Buy the ActionHeat hoodie if you want a soft, casual layer with a bigger battery and a much wider size range. The Ororo scores higher with owners (4.8 from 282 ratings versus 4.6 from 89) and reviewers single out the heated arms and wind blocking. The ActionHeat is a hoodie, not a jacket, so it layers well indoors and in mild cold but won't replace a winter coat.

• Choose the Ororo dual-control jacket if you'll be outdoors in wind, light rain or snow and want heat on your arms as well as your core.
• Choose the ActionHeat hoodie if you want a soft everyday layer, need sizes up to 4XL, or want a battery that can also charge your phone.