Warm, tough, and from a company that will fix it if a zipper dies.
Why Not Just Buy the Cheap One?
Cheap fleeces like those from Amazon Essentials or Target pill within three washes and lose shape. The Patagonia Better Sweater is made from 100% recycled polyester with a sweater-knit face that resists pilling and holds up for years.
The Buy-Once Math
Buy a $40 fleece that looks like a rag after two seasons = $120 over 6 years. The Better Sweater costs $139 but lasts a decade and Patagonia repairs it for life. Actually cheaper in the long run.