Down and fleece have their own characteristics. Down has better warmth retention but is more expensive, while fleece has better breathability and comfort but is less warm.
1. Comparison of warmth retention
Down clothes are made of duck or goose down as the main material. There are a lot of bubbles in the down, which can ensure good warmth retention in extremely cold environments. Fleece is made by processing artificial material fibers, so its warmth retention effect is somewhat different from that of down.
2. Comparison of comfort
Fleece has higher breathability, so it is not easy to sweat excessively; while down clothes are prone to feeling damp when worn. In addition, fleece clothes are relatively soft and more comfortable to wear, while down clothes are slightly stiffer in comparison.
3. Comparison of prices
Down clothes are relatively expensive, especially those with better warmth retention effects. The price of fleece clothes is more affordable in comparison.
4. Comparison of usage scenarios
Down jackets are relatively heavy and tend to take up more space, so they are suitable for wearing in harsh environments such as outdoors; while fleece jackets are relatively light and suitable for wearing in some light outdoor sports.
In general, down and fleece have their own advantages and disadvantages, and you need to choose according to your actual situation. If you live in the south or in a place where the temperature is not very low, fleece jackets are more outstanding in terms of warmth, comfort and price; while in the north or in a relatively cold environment, down jackets are much better than fleece in terms of warmth and adaptability.