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The Rain jackets we took a close look at. Every answer narrows it down.

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47 Rain jackets we took a close look at

The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSize Lelastic opening
78.15€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XS · S · M · L · XXLyes2Lsealed
64.05€
The North Face Quest JacketMenThe North FaceQuest Jacketyes2Lsealed
95.35€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketWomenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XXS · XS · S · M · +3yes2Lsealed
91.45€
The North Face Antora JacketMenThe North FaceAntora JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes2Lsealed
90.95€
The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSizes XS · S · M · L · XL2Ltapedfixed, elastic opening
79.25€
The North Face Quest JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest JacketSizes XS · M · L · XLyessealedfixed, adjustable
90.85€
The North Face Whiton 3L JacketMenThe North FaceWhiton 3L JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3Lunderarm zips
128.05€
The North Face Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceAntora Rain JacketSizes XS · S · L · XXLyessealedfixed, elastic opening
79.90€
Didriksons Tilde WNS Jacket 4WomenDidriksonsTilde WNS Jacket 4Sizes 32–44yes10,000 mmsealed
134.15€
Schöffel Jacket GmundMenSchöffelJacket GmundSizes 48–58yes2L10,000 mm
86.45€
The North Face Quest JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest JacketSizes XS · Lyes2Lsealed
82.65€
Rab Firewall Mountain JacketMenRabFirewall Mountain JacketSizes S · M · L · XLyes3L20,000 mm
239.85€
Helly Hansen Dubliner Waterproof JacketMenHelly HansenDubliner Waterproof JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · +3yes2Lfully taped
91.65€
The North Face Quest JacketMenThe North FaceQuest JacketSize Syes2Lsealed
81.75€
Rab Phantom Mountain JacketMenRabPhantom Mountain JacketSizes XL · XXLyes2,5L20,000 mm
151.85€
Jack Wolfskin Jasper 2L JacketMenJack WolfskinJasper 2L JacketSizes S · XL · 2XLyes2L20,000 mm
179.95€
Rab Valiance JacketMenRabValiance JacketSizes S · XLyes2L20,000 mm
319.85€
Scott Explorair 3LMenScottExplorair 3LSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyes3L15,000 mm
224.95€
Columbia Hikebound II JacketWomenColumbiaHikebound II JacketSize Lyesfully tapedfixed, adjustable
76.35€
Rab Firewall JacketMenRabFirewall JacketSizes S · XLyes3L20,000 mm
159.85€
CMP Jacket Fixed Hood 39X6636WomenCMPJacket Fixed Hood 39X6636Sizes 34–50yes10,000 mmfully taped
54.65€
Rab Namche GTX JacketMenRabNamche GTX Jacketyes3L28,000 mm
Marmot Superalloy Bio Rain JacketMenMarmotSuperalloy Bio Rain JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · XXLyesfully tapedfixed, adjustable with a drawcord
122.65€
Rab Firewall Mountain JacketWomenRabFirewall Mountain JacketSizes 8–16yes3L20,000 mm
239.85€
Jack Wolfskin Trailtime 2L JacketWomenJack WolfskinTrailtime 2L JacketSizes S · M · L · XL · 2XLyes2L10,000 mm
92.25€
The North Face Zipline Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceZipline Rain JacketSize XXLyesthree-piece
66.35€
Jack Wolfskin Trailtime 2L JacketMenJack WolfskinTrailtime 2L JacketSizes S · L · XL · 2XL · 4XLyes2L10,000 mm
92.25€
Black Diamond Fineline Stretch ShellMenBlack DiamondFineline Stretch ShellSizes MED · SML · XLGyes2,5L10,000 mm
110.25€
Helly Hansen Loke JacketMenHelly HansenLoke JacketSizes S · M · L · 3XLyes2,5Lfully taped
123.35€
Didriksons Varja Jacket 2WomenDidriksonsVarja Jacket 2Sizes 34–48yes15,000 mmtaped; extent not specified
94.65€
VAUDE Escape Light Jacket IVChildrenVAUDEEscape Light Jacket IVSizes 110–146yes2L10,000 mm
60.15€
Rab Phantom Mountain JacketWomenRabPhantom Mountain JacketSizes 8–16yes2,5L20,000 mm
151.85€
Dare2b Explore III JacketChildrenDare2bExplore III JacketSizes 7-8yrs · 9-10yrsyes35,000 mmfully taped
47.95€
CMP Jacket Rain Fix Hood 35X7376WomenCMPJacket Rain Fix Hood 35X7376Sizes 42–48yes10,000 mmfully taped
39.75€
Haglöfs Front Proof II JacketWomenHaglöfsFront Proof II JacketSizes S · XLyes3L20,000 mm
223.05€
Columbia Arcadia II Waterproof JacketWomenColumbiaArcadia II Waterproof JacketSizes S · Myesfully tapedfixed, adjustable storm hood
60.55€
Bergans Urban 2L Shell CoatWomenBergansUrban 2L Shell CoatSizes S · M · Lyes2L10,000 mm
178.15€
The North Face Quest Cropped JacketWomenThe North FaceQuest Cropped Jacketsealedadjustable
113.85€
VAUDE Turaco Jacket IIIChildrenVAUDETuraco Jacket IIISizes 110–158yes2L10,000 mm
52.25€
The North Face Warm Antora Rain JacketChildrenThe North FaceWarm Antora Rain JacketSizes 3–7yes2Lelastic opening
62.95€
Didriksons Pilvi Jacket 2ChildrenDidriksonsPilvi Jacket 2Sizes 100 · 130yes15,000 mmfully sealed
50.65€
The North Face Rain Jacket Zip-inChildrenThe North FaceRain Jacket Zip-in
57.35€
CMP Jacket Fixed Hood 39X7985ChildrenCMPJacket Fixed Hood 39X7985Sizes 116 · 152yes10,000 mmfully taped
36.15€
Ziener Artiko-ZChildrenZienerArtiko-ZSize 176yes10,000 mmcritical seams taped
72.85€
Didriksons Falken Jacket 2ChildrenDidriksonsFalken Jacket 2Sizes 80–140yes15,000 mmtaped; extent not specified
84.85€
CMP Rain Jacket Fixed Hood 32X5804ChildrenCMPRain Jacket Fixed Hood 32X5804Size 1645,000 mmtapedfixed, elastic insert
26.95€

H Values marked H come from the manufacturers.

Good to know

Explained briefly

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Knowledge

What do you want to do in the mountains?

Hiking, ski touring and skiing place different demands on fit and features. Choose according to the described use. A high hydrostatic head does not automatically make a hiking jacket suitable as a ski shell.

Try the jacket on with your planned layers. Check freedom of movement, hem, sleeves and the hood with your helmet or headwear. Children need their own sizes and suitable model details.

What does hydrostatic head mean?

ISO 811 describes a hydrostatic test method for textiles. Hydrostatic head is a material value measured under specific test conditions. On its own, it says nothing about the seams, zips or fit of a complete jacket.

Only compare values measured using the same method and test conditions. Unknown conditions remain unknown. More millimetres do not guarantee how long you will stay dry outdoors.

EN 343 and the change in standards

According to DIN Media, DIN EN ISO 24232:2026-05 replaces DIN EN 343:2019-06 for protective clothing against rain. ISO 811:2018 remains the current hydrostatic test method.

An old EN 343 specification on a model does not thereby become a new certification. A hydrostatic-head value alone cannot be used to derive a class under the protective-clothing standard. The documented specification for the specific jacket remains decisive.

Read RET and MVTR separately

RET describes resistance to water-vapour transmission, while MVTR describes water-vapour transmission under specified conditions. They are different measurements. Do not convert one into the other.

MVTR specifications from different methods are not a shared ranking either. ISO 11092:2026 has replaced the 2014 edition; an older documented model specification retains its original test reference. Without the method, a numerical comparison is not reliable.

What do the layers mean?

Layers describe the material construction. A three-layer construction combines the outer fabric, membrane and inner protective layer. The number of layers alone is not a complete ranking of waterproofness or comfort.

Check seams and fastenings separately. A water-repellent surface treatment does not prove that the whole jacket is waterproof. A material name alone does not tell you how it is constructed.

Ventilation and care

Additional vents can help release warm, moist air. A general breathability rating does not prove that underarm zips are present. Physical exertion and weather also affect how it feels to wear.

Follow the care instructions for the specific jacket. Dirt, moisture on the outer fabric and wear affect how it performs. A care recommendation is not a guarantee of lasting waterproofness.

How can you recognise a reliable recommendation?

The model generation, manufacturer’s information and test reference must match. Missing required information remains visible and prevents a Best Choice. The price preview shows the current range for the suitable selection.

Only compare differences that are actually supported by evidence. An unknown water column is not estimated, and a high fabric rating does not replace evidence for the jacket as a whole.

Frequently asked questions

Why are technical values missing for some models?

We only include details clearly confirmed for the specific model. If the link is unclear or sources conflict, the detail remains open. This prevents a model being marked as the best choice when the value is required for your answers.

As of 22 October 2026. Product details from the product pages on sportfits.eu.