Is $79.97 a good price for the Better Sweater?

Yes. It is well under Patagonia's typical $139-$159 list price and the lowest new price among the two stores listing it as of November 7, 2026.

How does the fit run?

It is cut slim, so it sits close to the body. If you plan to wear a thick sweater underneath, size up one.

It is a midweight fleece, warm for fall and mild winter and good as a midlayer under a shell. It is not windproof or waterproof alone.

100% recycled polyester fleece with a sweater-knit face and brushed interior. The sewing is Fair Trade Certified.

Yes, two zippered handwarmer pockets. There is no chest pocket.

Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and tumble dry low. Avoid fabric softener, which can reduce the fleece's loft.

At eBay, for $79.97, as of our latest check.

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 29 ratings.

5 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Dick's Sporting Goods, Backcountry, Patagonia, Scheels.

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