13 of the warmest hoodies for winter to keep you toasty

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The hoodie still remains one of the most useful garments in any man’s wardrobe and it’s also a great way to fend off the cold. There are all kinds of hoodies available these days, so we’ve tried to include a variety of styles in our list of the warmest hoodies for winter.

Best hoodies for winter

We all love hoodies for their comfort, anonymity, and versatility and when the weather turns chilly, a decent hoodie is one of the best garments to keep you warm.

Hoodies used to have a bad rep for being oversized and baggy “throw-ons” but things have changed with the latest hoodies fitting better and having bags more style than ever before.

Warmest hoodies for winter

Our top 13 warmest hoodies for winter

Carhartt Rain Defender Rutland Thermally Lined Hoodie

The Rain Defender by Carhartt is a great hoodie for those chilly winter mornings.

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This beautifully made hoodie is one of the warmest and a godsend when the heavens open. This garment is designed with rain in mind and even when it gets wet, you stay pretty warm.

The standout feature of the Rain Defender is in its name. It features a durable water-repellent finish to keep out the rain if you happen to get caught out in a sudden downpour.

Oozing quality, the hoodie is thermally-lined and made from 50% cotton / 50% polyester fleece. It features a full-length brass zipper and two hand-warmer pockets. For a bit more comfort, the waistband and cuffs are stretchable and very hard-wearing. On the inside, you will find a handy pocket with a zipper closure and a locker loop to hang your keys on.

If you’ve owned Carharrt gear before, you’ll know the quality of the materials they use and the level of workmanship employed in their garments.

The “tough-as-nails” Carharrt Rain Defender is one of the best warm hoodies on Amazon right now and is perfect used on its own down to about 30 – 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Perfect as a Christmas gift for your nearest and dearest or even a little pre-winter treat for your good self?

Champion Performance Hoodie

Our second warmest hoodie for winter is made by Champion and is simple yet stylish. Available in an incredible 29 colors, this one is great for going to the gym or even wearing casually while drinking a beer or two in the local bar.

With reduced pilling and shrinkage, this hoodie keeps looking great wash after wash. With super soft fabric and a modern silhouette, you’ll never leave home without it.

The Champion Performance hoodie is a good choice to keep you toasty warm. This baby has a two-ply hood with a draw cord so when the winds are blowing, you can keep your head warm and comfortable.

The hoodie is made from 50% Cotton, / 50% Polyester and features a front kangaroo pocket and a cool understated logo on the chest.

SODO SluHoodie

We love the sporty cut and very clean appearance of the SOSO Slu Hoodie. This one’s extremely popular at the moment for its awesome versatility and comfort. It’s also one of the warmest hoodies for winter.

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The SODO is also excellent at wicking away moisture when you work up a sweat and it never retains body-odor thanks to its Zero Odor technology (which means that smell never becomes an embarrassing issue).

Named after Seattle’s SODO district, all of SODO’s products are made with athletes in mind. Their world-class designs are often influenced, requested, and tested by athletes.

The hoodie’s made from an ultra-soft fabric which is excellent at keeping you warm while still being breathable.

Guys with toned bodies tend to go for the SODO hoodie as it’s beautifully cut to show off the pecs and biceps. It can be worn with your favorite jeans or even playing football on a winter’s day. The SODO hoodie is one of our favorite warm hoodies for men. It’s a great garment to have on standby in your closet for when the snow starts falling.

Carhartt Collinston Hoodie

If you’re looking for a soft, yet durable Sherpa-lined zip-up hoodie, look no further than the Carhartt Collinston.

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Since the ’90s, Carhartt has enjoyed a unique “blue-collar” coolness and this hoodie is no exception.

Warm your cold hands in the two cozy hand-warmer pockets while listening to your fave music. This hoodie features a media port that goes all the way to the pocket so you can thread your earphones through to your smartphone.

The garment’s slim-profile look goes well with all casual attire but the best part is the Sherpa fabric lining which does an awesome job of keeping out the cold if you get caught outside after the sun goes down.

The hood is also Sherpa lined (with draw-cord closure) and has a handy locker loop for easy hanging.

With a full-length antique-finish nickel front zipper and a reinforced, spandex-reinforced rib-knit, this baby is one of the best hoodies to keep you warm, making it a great choice for outdoor tradesmen or anyone that needs top-notch durability.

Under Armour Storm Armour Hoodie

Under Armour are huge right now and for a reason – they’re making some of the best athletic gear on the market. This lightweight fleece hoodie is warm, comfortable, and super-flexible.

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The UA Storm is a great choice for winter and proving very popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

It features UA’s patented Storm technology meaning the garment will keep you dry by repelling water and it’s even windproof, too!

It’s one of the warmest sweatshirts available today thanks to the soft inner layer of the garment – it traps your body heat and keeps your upper body from getting too cold. This fully-taped hoodie has nicely-sized side hand pockets which have an extra internal pocket for your smartphone or wallet.

For fans of the brand, you may be interested in the following list of movies and TV shows that have featured Under Armour’s products: Any Given Sunday, House of Cards, The Challenge (Seasons 15–present), The Replacements, The Wire, the Marvel movies (Avengers, Iron Man, Captain America, etc.)

Amazon Essentials Hoodie

In the words of one satisfied customer, “Amazon is putting the hood back in the hoodie!”

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Amazon Essentials Men's Full-Zip Hooded Fleece Sweatshirt, Charcoal Heather, Large

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If price is the most important thing for you, this hoodie from Amazon is the cheapest on our list of warmest hoodies for winter. At under $20 (at the time of writing), this excellent quality hoodie is just as good as other hoodies costing treble the price!

As with all Amazon Essentials products, their clothing is tested by wearers. The feedback is then used to fine-tune every last detail of the garment so it can be adapted to perfectly meet the wearer’s needs.
Besides the rock-bottom price, this hoodie is extremely comfortable and has considerately long sleeves, which is great if you intend to wear it under a jacket.

Available in seven colors, it’s warm, comfortable, and has an excellent hood. The hood is perfectly shaped with a drawstring and does a good job of keeping out the wind and keeping your head warm.

At this price, the Amazon Hoodie is a wardrobe essential and one of the best thermal hoodies for the money. It has a zip-up front with a split kangaroo pocket and warmth-sealing ribbed cuffs and hem.

Pro Club Reversible Hoodie

Another great value-for-money hoodie, the heavyweight Pro Club Reversible Hooded Jacket is made from durable fleece it has a contrasting reversible thermal lining.

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As with all Pro Club’s garments, it’s durable and built with quality in mind. Having a wind-resistant shell is an extra bonus (as most hoodies around this price point tend to let the wind go right through).

This warm winter hoodie has a relaxed fit and is very comfortable for day-to-day use. We love that the hoodie is reversible making it versatile and having two pockets on each side makes it functional, too.

If you need a hoodie to work outside in cold weather, this one is made from waffle knit thermal reverse contrast fabric (which means it’s warm). The fabric is excellent and keeps its shape over time, wash after wash, without stretching or sagging.

For the money, it’s another great value hooded top, and to be honest, if you needed a thicker / warmer material, you’d probably have to invest in something like a Carhartt at three times the price!

Carhartt K122 Hoodie

When Mother Nature just can’t make her mind up, this winter hoodie is a great choice as a layer or just on its own. It’s one of the best hoodies for keeping the cold out and your body heat in.

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Next on our list of warm hoodies for winter is a stone-cold classic from Carhartt. It features a hood with draw-cord closure, front handwarmer pockets, and rib-knit cuffs & waistband. Made from a 50% cotton and 50% polyester blend, this fleece hoodie provides plenty of warmth, and having a zip allows you to regulate your temperature with ease.

This cool mid-weight hooded zip-front sweatshirt is a favorite with heaps of blue-collar workers including construction workers, fishermen, etc., and is also seen by many guys as a cool fashion accessory these days.

We love the shape of the Carhartt hoodie, which is snug but still allows for plenty of room for movement. The attached hood with adjustable drawstring and rib-knit cuffs allows you to keep the heat in while the front pocket gives you a warm place to rest your hands.

In our opinion, this is the perfect hooded sweatshirt. No matter what the season, you’ll want to wear it. It’s made from a top-quality material that washes well and does not misshape over time.

One thing to note with Carhartt hoodies is that they run a little shorter than other brands so if you’re around the 5’10 mark, you should opt for the tall size.

Berne Original Hoodie

Berne was founded back in 1915 in the small Indiana community of Berne. Their mission was to provide mid-western farmers with quality workwear. This includes some excellent hoodies that keep you warm. Their clothing is both durable and most importantly, affordable.

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Berne Men's Big & Tall Original Hooded Sweatshirt Thermal Lined

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From early spring to the dead of winter, the Berne Original Hoodie has been designed for maximum comfort and warmth. It offers a cotton-poly blend with a thermal lining and a double-layered hood to take the chill out of the air.

Other features of this rugged zip-front hoodie to note are its oversized front pockets, two-needle stitched main seams, reinforced bar-tacks at all stress points, nylon front zipper, double-layered three-piece hood with drawstring, and knitted cuffs/waistband.

The Berne Original hoodie is a good choice for those on a budget or guys looking for a hard-wearing and warm winter hoodie for everyday use.

The North Face Canyonlands Hoodie

Starting in Berkeley, California (way back in 1968), The North Face is one of the best outdoor brands on the market. As well as making top-notch mountaineering gear, the brand also makes some really cool casual wear, and its hoodies are a prime example.

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The North Face Canyonlands is the perfect hoodie for cooler summer evenings, anytime in the spring or fall, and as a warming layer in winter. This smooth-face-fleece hoodie has a secure-zip Napoleon chest pocket, zip hand pockets, and a soft-brushed backing for extra warmth.

Fans of TNF will love its classic fit and it goes without saying that it’s one of the most durable hoodies on this list. By investing in a North Face garment, you’re assured of quality, style, and excellent attention to detail right down to the woven branded tabs.

Already a favorite with athletes, this durable hoodie weighs in at almost 17 ounces and is a great choice if you need a stretchy hoodie that will keep you warm when the colder seasons arrive.

Gary.Com Heavyweight Hoodie

If you’re looking for winter hoodies for men, how about a Sherpa-lined hoodie?. With a cool oversized style, the Gary.com hooded jacket has a heavy-duty zipper and a cozy soft Sherpa fur lining.

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It’s also perfectly breathable, moisture-proof, wind-proof, and a top choice if warmth is one of your primary concerns when choosing a hoodie.

This heavyweight, budget hoodie has sleeves with cotton padding and a slick cloth lining. It features a full front zipper, a drawstring hood, and hand-warmer front kangaroo pockets. It’s machine washable and is shipped from California, so can be on your doorstep in just a few days.

Quikflip 2-in-1 Reversible Backpack Hoodie

This wickedly cool hoodie was featured on TV’s “Shark Tank”. It is one of our favorite thick hoodies for winter on this list as it also doubles as a fully functional backpack!

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Perfect for, travel, sports, concerts, hiking, etc, when converted into a backpack, it has two storage compartments, one for bigger items and the other for smaller valuables such as a wallet, keys, or phone.

The backpack has adjustable straps with cord locks for security while using it for high-intensity activities. It is made from 8.6 oz of premium French terry fabric, which makes it perfect for everyday use. The patented design incorporates conveniently hidden back-straps which are totally invisible when wearing the garment in hoodie form.

Champion Men’s Powerblend Script Graphic Hoodie

With infamous and iconic branding, the classic Powerblend Script Graphic Hoodie could well be the warmest hoodie in the world! Well, that may be a slight exaggeration but we can definitely say that is classic from Champion will keep the dropping temperatures at bay.

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With wider cuffs and waistband and an extended length, this warmest pullover hoodie offers extra coverage of your nether regions.

Champion certainly hasn’t skimped on the features which include an adjustable drawcord brushed inside material for softness, and Champions’ unique Powerblend® fabric which reduces piling and shrinkage (even after many washes).

With extra stitch detail reinforced seams, a two-ply hood, and a front kangaroo pocket, guys are loving this super warm hoodie for its ultra-durability and classic look.


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