Is the Down Sweater warm enough on its own?

It works as a standalone jacket in cool, dry weather and as a midlayer under a shell in colder conditions. For deep winter or wet snow, pair it with a waterproof outer layer.

The standard Down Sweater has no hood. Patagonia sells hooded versions separately if you want head coverage.

The shell is windproof but not waterproof, and down loses loft when soaked. Wear it under a rain shell in wet weather.

The cut is slim and athletic. It layers well over a baselayer or thin fleece but can feel tight over bulky sweaters.

What comes in the box?

The jacket and a repair patch for fixing small tears.

How does it compare with the Nano Puff?

The Down Sweater is warmer for its weight and packs smaller, while the synthetic Nano Puff keeps insulation working when wet.

Where is the Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket cheapest?

At eBay, for $160.00, 24% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket?

11 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Patagonia, Gearhead Outfitters, Buckman's Ski and Snowboard Shop, Skis.com.

Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the Down Sweater as a dependable, packable midlayer and praise its warmth-to-weight and build. Common complaints are the trim fit and the lack of a hood, and some find it too light for real cold on its own.

What people mention

Warmth-to-weightPraisedOwners say it delivers a lot of warmth for very little bulk and weight.
PackabilityPraisedReviewers like that it stuffs into its own chest pocket for travel and backpacking.
FitCriticisedMany say the cut is slim and snug, so it layers best over thin baselayers.
HoodCriticisedShoppers often note the standard jacket has no hood for wind and snow.
Wet weatherMixedThe shell blocks wind but down loses loft in rain, so users treat it as a dry-conditions layer.
DurabilityPraisedOwners report the ripstop shell and stitching hold up well over seasons of use.

About the Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket

The Down Sweater is a lightweight, windproof insulated jacket in a regular fit. It has been redesigned from the classic version. The shell and lining are made of NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop, which is made from recycled fishing nets.

It is insulated with 800-fill-power 100% Responsible Down Standard down. A center-front zipper has an interior storm flap and a zipper garage at the chin. Nylon-bound elastic cuffs and a drawcord hem seal in warmth.

Two on-seam handwarmer pockets close with invisible zippers. An internal zippered chest pocket converts to a stuffsack with a carabiner clip-in loop.

Shell and lining

1.2-oz 20-denier NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop

Finish

PFC-free DWR finish

Insulation

800-fill-power 100% Responsible Down

Fit

Regular fit

Closure

Center-front zipper with interior storm flap and zipper garage at chin

Pockets