Coats and jackets

Looking to beat the chill, or in need of a new midlayer? We review the best fleeces on the market.

Want a jacket that covers a 6am dog walk, a longer spring stroll and the commute to the office, all in a tried-and-tested traditional style? Mountain Warehouse’s new waxed jacket does a very good job at a very good price, says Steven East.

Looking for a no-fuss shell jacket for everyday use in the spring and summer? The Fjällräven High Coast Hydratic Trail Jacket with its roomy fit and large pockets might be for you

Go ultralight with your waterproof jacket and you have a compact emergency layer. But will the Outdoor Research Helium perform when the wet stuff comes? Emily Woodhouse finds out

Classic good looks, some effective waterproofing and a fully recycled fabric make Patagonia's Torrentshell jacket a great option for hikers and outdoorsy folk, reports tester Emily Woodhouse

Love to go lightweight when you hike – but welcome some low-profile insulation too? Emily Woodhouse tried a waterproof jacket Berghaus with a discreet but effective hi-tech fleece lining

Emily Woodhouse tests the the Berghaus Hyper 140 jacket, a lightweight waterproof for hiking and running

It's soft. It's stretchy. And its's also waterproof. But is it any good? Emily Woodhouse slips on the OMM Kamleika jacket for a run on Dartmoor and gives her verdict

In spring and summer walks, choosing a lightweight jacket might cut your pack weight by 200g to 300g, but many lighter jackets won't withstand bad weather for long. How does the Montane Pac Plus cope?

You're a runner who wants an ultralight waterproof to keep you warm and dry in a sudden downpour. Montane's Podium jacket is certainly light at 111g, but how well does it protect you from the elements? Emily Woodhouse puts one through its paces on Dartmoor

You want a lightweight hiking jacket that will really protect you when the weather turns foul. Does the Rab Downpour Eco perform on our tests on rainy Dartmoor? Emily Woodhouse gives her verdict

You want all the features of a really good waterproof jacket for hiking – but in a lightweight package. Does Mountain Equipment's Garwhal jacket deliver? Emily Woodhouse takes to the Devon hills to test one out

It may be handsome and lightweight, but does the Arc'teryx Beta jacket live up to its price tag? Pat Kinsella tests it in real conditions to find out.

Looking for a brilliant value jacket with all the features of a premium investment? The Quechua MH500 might just be for you, finds Pat Kinsella

The Nobis Huron anorak looks chic, and costs a pretty penny – but how does it perform in the hills? Our expert reviewer Pat Kinsella puts it to the test.

This highly technical jacket offers much with its premium price tag. But does it deliver on the trail? Our expert reviewer Pat Kinsella finds out

A lightweight, breathable and extremely warm down jacket, ideal for year-round adventures.

Want a lightweight waterproof jacket with all the technical features of a full-fat one? Then the Montane Pac Plus XT could fit your bill. Joe Pontin tries one for you

You want a waterproof jacket that will protect you from severe weather in the hills – and you're prepared to pay for the best. Does the LIM Trek GTX match your expectations? Pat Kinsella finds out

No-nonsense, waterproof and relatively affordable – what's not to like about Berghaus's Glissade and Cornice rain jackets, asks Pat Kinsella

At only 347g, you barely know you're wearing Swedish gear maker Klättermusen's Asynja jacket. But can it really cope with wet weather? Pat Kinsella puts the jacket to the test.

This Gore-Tex jacket comes at a competitive price – but how does it perform when you're out in the elements? Pat Kinsella trail-tests the Sprayway Reaction waterproof jacket