“Oh, it seems that a traditional down jacket cannot beat the extremely cold in this place. And I hate to layer many clothes underneath the jacket because of the bulky and discomfort.”

Typically, winter jackets are what we always choose to match with a base layer and mid-layer for extra warmth. There are many kinds of winter jackets available to suit various preferences and needs, like fleece jackets, down jackets, canvas jackets, 3-in-1 jackets, parkas, and so on.

As its name suggests, down jackets are insulated with down feathers to provide warmth, like white duck down and geese down. With the lightweight feature and premium insulation, down jackets are the popular option among people. But on some extremely cold days, they may not be enough to keep you warm comfortably.

That’s why we talk about heated down jackets today. Combining the advantage of traditional jackets, heated down jackets are also built with a heating system to generate heat across the body. In the following, we will take a closer look at down fabric and introduce 5 best heated down jackets for women.

Overview of down fabric 

Down material comes from webbing between a bird’s feathers, which is one type of biodegradable material. As recorded, down material is first used to make hot-air balloons. And it began to enter the apparel industry and became a popular material used in winter clothing. There are different types of down fabric, like duck down, geese down, and ostrich down.

Down fabric is lightweight, soft, and comfortable, which is often used in winter jackets, quilts, pillows, and so on. Typically, down comes from the specially raised duck and geese. And then they would be collected, cleaned, and sorted into different grades. Finally, down feathers are filled into the garment with the machine and then they will become what you see in the market, like down jackets or down pillows.

• Advantage

Exceptional thermal insulation. The inner structure of the down is made of many small and fluffy feathers, and there are many gaps between these feathers. These gaps can effectively keep out cold air and retain the heat generated by the body. Also, the down clusters contain a lot of protein to retain a significant amount of air, which offers excellent insulating properties.

Lightweight. Down material is usually more lightweight than other materials, like cotton or nylon. Normally, down has a low density because it’s filled with air. The down fabric is fluffy to expand and fill a significant amount of space without adding extra weight.

Durable. Generally, a garment made of down fabric can be used 3-5 years, and even 10 years if it’s treated well.

• Disadvantage

When getting wet, the down feather could absorb the moisture to reduce fluffiness, which decreases the warmth-retaining effect. So, it’s not advisable to wear down jackets on rainy or snowy days.

The down fabric needs to be taken care of with some special steps, like regular airing, storing in a cool place, and avoiding prolonged compression. Improper care could damage the performance and reduce the lifespan.

5 Best Heated Down Jackets for Women

Venustas Women’s Heated Down Coat 7.4V

Our Ratings

Warmth: 5/5

Comfort: 4.8/5

Heating Hours: 4.8/5

Value: 4.7/5

Features

• Material: 45% nylon& 55% polyester shell
• Heating elements: 6 carbon fiber heating elements
• Heating zone: left & right abdomen, left & right chest and mid-back
• Battery: 7.4V 5000mAh battery
• Care: Machine wash & Hand wash
• Warranty: 1 year for the battery, 2 years for the heating elements(only for official store)
•  Price: $219.99

ORORO Women’s Heated Down Jacket

Our Ratings

• Warmth: 5/5
• Comfort: 4.8/5
• Heating Hours: 4.8/5
• Value: 4.5/5

Features

• Material: 100% polyester shell, 90% down&10 feather fill, 100% polyester lining
• Heating elements: 4 carbon fiber heating elements
• Heating zone: left & right pocket, collar, upper back
• Battery: 7.4V 4800mAh battery
• Care: Machine wash & Hand wash
• Warranty: 1 year
• Price: $279.99

Venture Heat Women’s Heated Down Jacket

Our Ratings

• Warmth: 5/5
• Comfort: 4.8/5
• Heating Hours: 4.8/5
• Value: 4.7/5

Features

• Material: 100% down fill
• Heating elements: 4 carbon fiber heating elements
• Heating zone: left & right chest, back, and neck
• Battery: 2 batteries(12V/5000mAh)
• Care: Machine wash & Hand wash
• Warranty: 1 year
• Price: $349

Venustas 3-in-1 Heated Down Jacket

Our Ratings

• Warmth: 5/5
• Comfort: 4.9/5
• Heating Hours: 4.8/5
• Value: 4.7/5

Features

• Material(Jacket): 100% nylon shell, 100% polyester lining& interlayer
• Material(Inner down coat): 100% nylon shell&lining  90% white duck down&10% white duck feather filler
• Heating elements: 5 carbon fiber heating elements
• Heating zone: left & right chest, 2 pockets, and back
• Battery: 7.4V 5000mAh battery
• Care Instruction: Machine wash & Hand wash
• Warranty: 1 year for the battery, 2 years for the heating elements (only for official store)
• Price: $299.99

Voltheat Women’s Heated Down Jacket 7.4V

Our Ratings

• Warmth: 4.8/5
• Comfort: 4.8/5
• Heating Hours: 4.9/5
• Value: 4.6/5

Features

• Material: 90% geese down&10% feather
• Heating elements: 3 heating elements(Patented Zero Layer® Heat System)
• Heating zone: chest, upper back, and lower back
• Battery: 5V/10000mAh battery
• Care Instruction: Machine wash & Hand wash
• Warranty: 1 year
• Price: $499.95

Conclusion

All in all, down is a great choice for crafting clothes. If you are looking for winter clothes, a down jacket featuring premium insulation would be your primary choice. Also, for those women who are afraid of cold, a heated down jacket is the best. Hope this guide can help you get something about the down fabric and find the perfect heated down jacket.