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Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece 1/4-Zip

4.8
Updated 1/15/2024

The Verdict

"The Better Sweater 1/4-Zip is a well-made, midweight sweater-knit fleece that balances casual style with dependable warmth and ethical materials."

Should You Buy It?

Buy if you want a stylish, warm, sustainably made midweight fleece.

Skip if you prefer technical, high-breathability layers.

Critical Analysis

Patagonia’s Better Sweater is the sartorial equivalent of a safe stock tip: boring, over-priced, and sold with moral grandstanding. It keeps you warm on mild days but isn't breathable for real exertion. Pilling appears after months. It’s a status blanket.

Who is this for?

  • Affluent weekend hikers
  • Urban professionals
  • Eco-conscious shoppers

Tech Specs

Material100% Recycled Polyester
Weight505g
FitRegular

What We Like

  • Warm and comfortable
  • Classic aesthetic
  • 100% recycled polyester
  • Durable

Room for Improvement

  • Prone to pilling
  • Pricey
  • Not windproof

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Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece 1/4-Zip
$139 • 4.8/5
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