This L.L.Bean jacket is better than the Patagonia version — and it's still on sale for Cyber Week

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Here' an affordable alternative to the Patagonia Nano Puff

L.L.Bean PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket
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Cyber Monday may have come and gone, but there are still deals to be had on high-tech outerwear. For example, the L.L. Bean PrimaLoft Packaway Jacket — one of my favorite alternatives to the legendary Patagonia Nano Puff — is 15% off as part of Cyber Week savings. This makes it a full $120 cheaper than its flashier counterpart. 

Men can grab the PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket in “Vibrant Red” for $169 from L.L.Bean, down from $199. Women’s PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jackets are also $169 from L.L.Bean, with more colors to choose from than the men. For reference, a full-price Patagonia Nanon Puff Hoody sells for $289.

This style of jacket is great because it can be worn as either an outer layer or as a mid-layer under a heavier coat or rainshell. The PrimaLoft Packaway is extremely lightweight yet incredibly warm and comfy. It’s also weather and wind-resistant and can pack away into its zippered chest pocket for easy storage. 

PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket (men’s): was $199 now $169 @ L.L.Bean

PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket (men’s): was $199 now $169 @ L.L.Bean
Full disclosure: I picked up my PrimaLoft Packaway, also on sale for a similar price, while my Nano Puff Hoody was being repaired by Patagonia. By the time said Nano Puff returned, I was sold on the L.L.Bean version. Beyond being more affordable, it offers the same amount of synthetic insulation and a similar design to its rival. You also get a bonus chest pocket on the front of the jacket, in addition to an internal one, which I appreciate. 

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PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket (women’s): was $199 now $169 @ L.L.Bean

PrimaLoft Packaway Hooded Jacket (women’s): was $199 now $169 @ L.L.Bean
The women’s version of the PrimaLoft Packaway hoodie is more fitted than the men’s, so if you prefer a less restrictive jacket, go with the latter instead and size down. Women can choose between Foggy Blue/Pale Sky Blue and Sugarplum/Bramble Berry (who came up with these names?). Both are classy, but I have to admit that I like the men’s Vibrant Red the best. 

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Did you miss out on this year’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals? Fear not. There are still plenty of savings to be had, including on mattresses, MacBooks, televisions and more.  

Dan Bracaglia
Dan Bracaglia
Senior Writer, Fitness & Wearables

Dan Bracaglia is the Tom’s Guide editorial lead for all things smartwatches, fitness trackers and outdoor gear. With 15 years of experience as a consumer technology journalist testing everything from Apple Watches to instant cameras, Dan is deeply passionate about helping readers save money and make informed purchasing decisions. In 2024 so far, Dan’s tested dozens of wearables, including the latest devices from Apple, Google, Garmin, Fitbit and Samsung.

An avid outdoor adventurer, Dan is based in the U.S. Pacific Northwest where he takes advantage of the beautiful surroundings every chance he gets. A lover of kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, snowboarding and more, he also makes every effort to combine his day job with his passions. When not assessing the GPS and heart rate accuracy of the latest Fitbit, you can find him photographing Seattle’s vibrant underground music community.