Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Warm-Up Jacket Regular

I have an L:L Bean warm-up jacket that I purchased c1996. It has been worn daily every winter since, has been machine washed many times, and is still fully wearable and functional. It is the best jacket I have ever owned, warm and comfortable for the long haul. and I wanted another just like it. The new one is rather stiff, the outer fabric is noisy, but it seems well made and I hope it will soften up and settle into the comfy feel of the original.

Sleeves were shorter than I like. I do have long arms, but usually an XL works. Upper sleeve/armpit area was OK, but roomier would be good. Cuffs could be snugger to eliminate drafts and snow. Maybe I should have gotten an XXL, but that would have been really big in the torso.

Very nice jacket, though I'm returning it for the next larger size. While the XL I ordered fit great with just a shirt underneath, I'm replacing it with an XXL so I can wear another layer under it. The only change I would make to the jacket itself would be to add an interior pocket for sunglasses and such.

Good fit and warm enough when I also use a wind breaker over it. I have had some below zero temps lately, so I need an extra layer. I also have an LLBEAN parka that comes in handy in those conditions. G.L.

Jacket is warmer than the previous version but also a little stiffer. It's a good compromise.

Great jacket; fits well. A little too warm for everyday use.

Just a little stiff but I'm sure is will be softer after a few washings

Very warm but fits a little tight if you have a belly

They run a little tight in the TALL3XL size. Restricted arm movement as well.

I like to get the tall jackets since they are long enough not to ride up like the regular. Gives you more room for heavy shirts or a sweater without binding. I gave it a 4 rating only because it is a bit longer than any other tall I have ever gotten and I am thinking it will shrink up some after a couple of washings.

I have been buying this exact jacket for many years and usually retire them when the ribbing on my left sleeve is super ragged from rubbing on my watch. The rest of the jacket is usually still in good shape, though some high wear spots on the shell have gotten a touch shiny. In the past, it's usually taken around 5 years of daily wear to get to this phase. I purchased my last jacket in 2022, and after 2 years, the jacket has started to get streaks of faded color. The blue is also now slightly grayer than all my past deep Navy Blue jackets. Maybe supply chain issues during the pandemic? The breast pocket has stayed the same almost useless size :-(. No one makes this style of jacket any more, or I'd switch.

A comfortable if somewhat stodgy light jacket for Spring/Fall. Fit was right; decent pockets; outer shell holds up well in rain. Zipper works easily.

This is the third jacket of this type that I have purchased over the years. The outer material has changed. The change has made it noisier when moving about. Not a desirable feature. i also suggest that you incorporate snap buttons to secure the collar to the shoulders when it is not in use. The change in materials made the collar more resistant to laying down.

Jacket arrives wrinkled. Can't iron or steam. Had to wash but still had some wrinkles.

I ordered the Men's Warm-Up Jacket, Fleece Lined in an extra-large like I have ordered all my sweatshirts, sweaters, and other shirts from Bean, only to find out that it runs smaller than my other extra-large items mentioned above. I'm not that large, I just don't like a tight fit and that is what I received in this jacket. Also, all of my other jackets have pocket zippers that pull down to open requiring the use of only one hand. The pocket zippers on this jacket open upward requiring two hands. Other than that, the usual Bean quality.

The jacket has a heavier than I expectedf outer shell. Color is as expected. Size is a touch big for me.

I like the fit and warmth of this jacket in dry weather, but it is not rain resistant. In the rain the jacket gets sopping wet and the rain goes right through and gets my clothes wet.

Not as nice as the old ones. This is warm and blocks the wind well but it is noisy. The inner layer seems to have an odd swishing sound. Other than the noise it's a great jacket.

We've been Bean customers for years. My older warm up jacket was years old and I needed to replace it after getting pipe dope on it (can't get that stuff out of any fabric). Having both in my hand, I will share first impressions: The new coat is much lighter in weight, especially in the arms, a little tight fitting than the previous generation, a thin waxy thin shell and thin sleeve cuffs. I'm concerned the cuffs will lose shape as well as be a wear area in the future but willing to try. I'm keeping the coat as I need one and got it with credit card points. Suggest folks read the 1-3 star reviews before buying. Checked yes to recommend as I'm sure competitors are about the same.

Llight weight yet well constructed and warm. I am very pleased with the underststed design and that it replaces perfectly an earlier verdion.

Would have liked a bit longer in body. Sleeve length is good.

I like the material quality of the coat, the zippers, insulation and fabric seem to be well made -- and the arm length and waist are perfect for me 5'-11", 180 lb, however it took wearing it outside to notice that the neckline is cut rather odd. I have a 16" neck and this coat could accommodate a much much larger neck (21"? 22"?). The collar stands off way away from the neck and when zipped all the way my face (and I have a 7 5/8" head), making it far less warm than it ought to be. I'm hoping this is a one time manufacturing mistake, but I doubt it. We'll see.

Warm jacket but stiff fabric. Not a great fit. Somewhat large in shoulders even though good fit around hips and stomach. Overpriced. Would not buy again.

Very bad quality of cuffs, bring back the quality you are known for and not this cheap penny saving your implementing in all your products.

Nice middle weight jacket. Materials are little stiff, but will likely loosen with more wear. It serves my purpose for all-purpose utility coat but not as nice as I hoped. I would try another one.