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Best Overall Sweater for Men
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater
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It doesn't get more classic than a fisherman's sweater, which was originally designed to keep fishermen warm all winter long. Though the 100% cotton material of this pick won't keep you quite as toasty as wool, we love that the sweater is machine washable and should be soft and comfortable to wear. Plus, we can't get enough of the elaborate stitching.
Available sizes: S-XXXL | Materials: 100% cotton
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Best Value Sweater for Men
Old Navy V-Neck Sweater for Men
Now 43% Off
Credit: Old NavyLooking for a casual yet classy V-neck sweater? You can't go wrong with this one according to our Textile pros. We love that it features a relaxed fit and is available in tons of sizes. “Old Navy offers tall options and sizes up to 4XL in many of their styles," Home & Apparel Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine shares. "The sweaters are amazing quality for the low price and look great season after season."
Available sizes: XS-XXXL, M-XXXXL (Tall) | Materials: Cotton 60%, polyester 40%
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Best Turtleneck Sweater for Men
UNIQLO Cashmere Turtleneck Long-Sleeve Sweater
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Everyone should have at least one turtleneck in their closet to keep them warm and cozy on chilly nights. We especially like this one from Uniqlo, which is made from soft cashmere that doesn't make your skin itchy. Our GH analysts have worn Uniqlo cashmere for years and say that it holds up well over time with limited pilling. For other styles, check out Uniqlo's vast selection of cashmere sweaters.
Available sizes: XS-3XL | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best Crewneck Sweater for Men on Amazon
Amazon Essentials Men's Crewneck Sweater
Gift this crewneck sweater for the holidays to just about anyone. Not only does it come at a great price, but it's available in tons of sizes and colors as well as striped patterns. He will be grateful for its breathable cotton design that's soft to the touch without being overly warm, and the ribbed details at the neck, sleeve cuffs and bottom hems are a nice touch.
Available sizes: XS-XXL, XXL-6XL (Big), XXL-6XL (Big and Tall) | Materials: 100% cotton
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Best Plated Sweater for Men
Abercrombie Plated Crew Sweater
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This trendy piece from Abercrombie is the perfect sweater for layering, and it's super comfortable, according to our testers. "It keeps me very warm," test engineer Alec Scherma says. "I can wear it in 40 to 50-degree weather with a t-shirt and be comfortable. The fabric is soft against my skin and isn't scratchy."
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic
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Best Cashmere Sweater for Men
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
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Available in a variety of beautiful shades like burgundy, olive, mustard and more, you'll want to wear this versatile sweater everywhere. The fine cashmere material is lighter than most wool sweaters yet should keep you just as warm. Best of all, the sweater's excellent value is nearly impossible to beat.
Available sizes: S-XXL | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best Polo Sweater for Men
J.Crew Cashmere Collared Sweater-Polo
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Who said polos were only for the summer? We love this smart, stylish polo sweater from J.Crew that's made of 100% cashmere. You can count on it being soft, warm and comfortable. "This sweater is a beautiful classic style, and perfectly proportioned," one online reviewer said.
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best Quarter-Zip Sweater
Abercrombie & Fitch Elevated Quarter-Zip Sweater
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Abercrombie has an impressive selection of trendy men’s sweaters that aren’t too pricey, and this sleek quarter-zip option will never go out of style. It’s versatile enough to be worn at the office, at holiday parties and on everyday errands. “I love it because it's really what Abercrombie is known for in the menswear department: timeless masculine style,” GH Lab Assistant Nik Greenwald says. He describes the sweater as “super soft and comfy” and “the kind of wardrobe staple you can't go wrong with.”
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 55% Cotton, 41% Nylon, 4% Elastane
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Best Cable Knit Sweater for Men
Goodfellow & Co Men's Cable Knit Pullover Sweater
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This Target-exclusive sweater is not only affordable, but the soft cotton blend should keep you cozy this fall. We love that it's machine washable and available in nearly all sizes, including big and tall. "The quality is comparable to sweaters from nicer brands, and it has held up to tons of wear and washing," Constantine shares. "My husband constantly wears it and he's always receiving compliments on it from friends and family." While the brand claims the sweater is dryer-safe, for longevity, we still recommend laying it flat to dry.
Available sizes: S-5XL, 3XLT-5XLT, MT-XXLT | Materials: 60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic
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Best Cardigan Sweater for Men
L.L.Bean Classic Ragg Wool Cardigan
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Nothing screams homey, winter vibes like this cardigan sweater from L.L.Bean. Wear it to the ski lodge or to a campfire and let the thick lambswool material keep you warm. Available in a range of darker wintery shades and sizes (including those for taller figures), it's a sweater that you'll keep coming back for every season.
Available sizes: S-XXXL, M-XXXL (Tall) | Materials: 100% lambswool
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Best Wool Sweater for Men
Pendleton Men's Shetland Collection Crewneck
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We won't be surprised if this snug wool sweater becomes your wintertime go-to. Online reviewers describe it as "warm, good looking and very, very comfortable," raving about its high-quality construction. You can choose from a larger variety of colors directly on Pendleton's website. But what we like most is that you can throw it in the wash, unlike other wool sweaters. As one online reviewer says, "Washable wool is a godsend."
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 100% wool
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Best Crewneck Sweater for Men
Banana Republic Alta Cashmere Crew-Neck Sweater
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You can't go wrong with this cashmere crewneck from Banana Republic that's available in 16 colors. “The new Banana Republic screams quiet luxury — and at a nice price," says Laurie Jennings, General Manager of the Good Housekeeping Institute. "I love the softness of this sweater." She also appreciates that the material used adheres to the Good Cashmere Standard, which according to the brand, "aims to improve the welfare of the cashmere goats, protect natural resources and support local farmers.”
Available sizes: XS-XXL, M-XXL (Tall) | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best V-Neck Sweater for Men
Lands' End Men's Classic Fit Fine Gauge Supima Cotton V-neck Sweater
Now 21% Off
Credit: Lands' EndStyle this sweater with a dress shirt when heading to the office, or wear it underneath a blazer. It's made of Supima cotton, a premium fiber grown in the U.S., and should be super soft and lightweight. Our pros love that you can throw it in the wash when needed as opposed to sending it off to the dry cleaners. This sweater is available in a variety of fall-friendly colors and comes in tall sizes as well as big and tall options.
Available sizes: S-XXL, M-XXL (Tall) | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best Mockneck Sweater for Men
Naadam Cashmino Rollneck Sweater
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Not quite a turtleneck or a crewneck, this sweater falls somewhere in between to offer the best of both worlds with its rolled neckline. Though color choices are limited to grey and black, its cashmere and wool blended construction should be both warm and extremely comfortable. Online reviewers describe it as "very well made" and "luxuriously soft and pleasingly warm."
Available sizes: XS-XXL, M-XXL | Materials: 90% wool, 10% cashmere
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Best Half-Zip Sweater for Men
Everlane The Felted Merino Half-Zip Sweater
Now 35% Off
Credit: EverlaneIt's hard not to love the elegant and handsome design of this half-zip sweater. Available in three pretty shades, it's constructed from 100% wool that the brand claims to wash and boil to create a denser, softer fabric. One online reviewer describes the sweater as a "perfect autumn/winter sweater, smart enough for the office and casual enough for jeans at the weekend." The only downside is that it's dry clean only.
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 100% wool
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Best Timeless Sweater for Men
Ralph Lauren Cable-Knit Wool-Cashmere Sweater
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Ralph Lauren's cable-knit sweater is iconic, and we like this version that's made from a cashmere/wool blend that should make it warmer than its cotton counterpart. Featuring Polo's classic logo and beautiful stitching, it's a must-have for any wardrobe. Though the sweater is not machine washable, you can hand wash or dry clean it.
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 90% wool, 10% cashmere
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Best Everyday Sweater for Men
Patagonia Men's Recycled Wool-Blend Sweater
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Our Textile pros love the refined stitch on this sweater that sets it apart from other crewnecks. We're also fond of the ribbed neckline, hem and cuffs, which are meant to be folded over for extra warmth. According to one online reviewer, it has a "very nice feel without the itchiness that often accompanies good warm wool." They describe the fit as comfortable, relaxed and perfect for everyday wear. For more styles and prints, check out Patagonia's website.
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 70% recycled wool, 26% recycled nylon, 4% other fiber
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Best Premium Sweater for Men
Woolrich Luxe Crewneck in Pure Cashmere
Now 15% Off
Credit: WoolrichSpoil yourself or a loved one with this premium cashmere sweater that's made in Italy. Colors are limited, but the material is luxurious, according to our experts. "It's the softest ever, and I love the shape of it," Jennings says. "It sits right at the hips and isn't too snug or too loose, a perfect 'just right' fit." Her husband who was gifted the sweater claims it isn't itchy or scratchy and wears it like a uniform. "It still looks as good as the day he pulled it out from under the tree," she says.
Available sizes: S-3XL | Materials: 100% cashmere
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Best Zip-Up Sweater for Men
Naadam Cashmere Full Zip Sweater
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Love a zip-up sweater but love cashmere more? This comfy full-zip sweater from Naadam with pockets and a collar was made for you. It's available in darker, neutral shades that will go with any outfit, and you can style it with cashmere jogger pants for the most cozy look and feel after a long day.
Available sizes: XS-XXL | Materials: 100% Mongolian cashmere
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Most Popular Sweater for Men on Amazon
Amazon Essentials Men's V-Neck Sweater
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This Amazon best-seller has more than 20,000 reviews and an average 4.5-star rating. It's available in 24 different shades, so finding the color best suited for you shouldn't be a problem. Plus, it comes in a range of sizes from XS to Big and Tall options. Our pros like its 100% cotton construction, which makes it a great choice for layering, and that it's easy to care for (yes, it's machine washable).
Available sizes: XS-XXL, XXL-7XL (Big), XXL-6XL (Big and Tall) | Materials: 100% cotton
Olivia (she/her) is a media and tech product reviews analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute, covering tech, home, auto, health and more. She has more than five years of experience writing about tech trends and innovation and, prior to joining GH in 2021, was a writer for Android Central, Lifewire and other media outlets. Olivia is a graduate of George Washington University, with a bachelor's degree in journalism, political science and French, and she holds a master’s degree in communications from Sciences Po Paris.
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