In our test, the MANGONY lifestyle suit from Nebulus impressed us all round and left a very good impression. The suit for men consists of a fleece jacket and long jogging trousers made from the same fleece fabric. The combination is currently only available in cobalt blue and in size XL. However, we received the jacket in size L for our test. Unfortunately, the jacket is too big for our tester. However, the material quality and workmanship were impressive. The practical test shows that both garments fit very comfortably , keep you warm and the jacket can be flexibly adjusted to different temperatures thanks to the zip and elasticated drawstring. The only thing we would have liked is for the pockets to be able to be closed so that no objects can fall out during sporting activities.
Advantages
✅ High wearing comfort
✅ Good workmanship and quality
✅ Practical pockets
✅ Cosy fleece fabric
✅ Elasticated waistband with drawstring
✅ Jacket can be opened completely
Disadvantages
❌ Not washable at 60 °C
❌ None of the pockets can be closed
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Sturdy shipping carton, additional protection against soiling with plastic bag | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste was used, the item was packed very compactly | 100 points |
| Packaging convenience | Easy opening of the shipping carton with scissors or a knife | 90 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In our case, the MANGONY lifestyle suit from Nebulus was delivered together with other products in a sturdy shipping box . The shipping box was undamaged and could be easily opened with the help of a knife or scissors. The shipping box was also optimally sized as it was filled to the top. This protects the environment: not only is the amount of material required for the shipping box minimised, but the small space required by the package also ensures better utilisation of the transport vehicles. Inside the box was the MANGONY lifestyle suit in its product packaging.
The product packaging consists of a transparent plastic bag in which theMANGONY lifestyle suit was packed. The film is tear-resistant and non-stretchable. A Nebulus logo is printed on the front of the packaging. There is also a sticker with a barcode, the product name and the size of the lifestyle suit. There are warnings on the back that the bag poses a choking hazard. The information is available in four languages, including German and English. The top of the bag has an opening that is sealed with an adhesive strip on the film. The adhesive strip is reusable. If the lifestyle suit is to be returned, the bag can be resealed with the existing adhesive strip. There is a layer of thin paper between the individual layers of the folded Lifestyle suit to prevent the suit fabric from rubbing against each other during transport.
The MANGONY lifestyle suit is very well protected from damage and soiling by the cardboard box and the plastic bag.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Lifestyle suit consisting of a fleece jacket and long jogging trousers | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Not available, but not required. Washing and material instructions on the label. | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The lifestyle suit consists of a fleece jacket as the top and long jogging trousers as the bottom. On the label of the jacket there is a cardboard disc the size of a beer mat, which is printed on both sides in high gloss with the Nebulus logo, which is also on the product packaging.
There are no instructions for use, but they are not required. Washing instructions can be found on the labels on the inside of both components, where they are illustrated with the familiar symbols. There is also information on the material composition of the MANGONY suit, as well as the size and product name.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Polarising design in bold blue with Nebulus patches and white accents | 100 points |
| Processing and material | Good, almost flawless workmanship, pleasantly fluffy fabric | 100 points |
| Stability | Tear-resistant fabric in combination with strong seams | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Good quality indicates a long service life | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
For our test, we received the MANGONY lifestyle suit in the blue colour cobalt. This is the only colour currently available. The suit is designed for men and is made almost entirely from blue fleece fabric. The strong blue colour matches the fleece surface perfectly. The seams of the top are white, as is the cord on the waistband. The jacket zip is also white. The suit is also decorated with several patches in the typical Nebulus style. A visual highlight is the inside of the collar, which has another layer of fabric sewn onto it in the design of the Norwegian flag.
The jacket ‘s zip runs the entire length of the top, allowing the jacket to be opened completely. The jacket also has two pockets without fasteners at waist height. The corresponding inner pockets have a separate front and back, which are only connected to the rest of the jacket via the zip and a short, narrow strip of fleece fabric. An elasticated band is sewn into the bottom of the jacket, which can be adjusted in circumference using a clip.
The long jogging trousers have an elasticated waistband. A drawstring is also sewn into the waistband, which can be tied at the front. Another feature is the two small eyelets sewn into the waistband on both sides. This means that the trousers can even be hung on coat hooks. Like the jacket, the trousers also have two pockets, but these cannot be closed either.
The fabric of the suit is the same for the top and trousers. It is rather thin, slightly stretchy in a small area and tear-resistant. Thanks to the fleece surface, the fabric is nevertheless very fluffy. According to the manufacturer, the suit is made entirely of polyester. The fabric is single-layered and the surface is almost identical on the inside and outside. However, as it feels good to the touch, which is typical of fleece, this is not a disadvantage. The seams are all even and neat. There are hardly any protruding threads and, if there are any, they are only very short. Apart from this, the Lifestyle suit has no other manufacturing faults.
Overall, the Lifestyle suit in the strong blue is a polarising yet fashionable garment made from soft fleece fabric. The quality of the fabrics used, the seams and the overall finish are also impressive .
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Fit size | Comfortable fit, despite being oversized in our case, the jacket doesn’t look baggy | 100 points |
| Wearing comfort | Pleasant fabric and fit, fluffy surface, comfortable waistband | 100 points |
| Temperature flexibility | Jacket can be easily adjusted to different temperatures thanks to zip, additional elasticated waistband | 100 points |
| Additional functions | Two pockets each in jacket and trousers, but pockets cannot be closed | 80 points |
| Washability | Withstands 30°C wash without damage, no 60°C wash possible | 90 points |
| Total | 94 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The MANGONY lifestyle suit is currently only sold in size XL. However, we received the suit in size L for our test. As expected, our tester, who is 170 cm tall, found the suit too big in size L, as he usually wears a size S. What is surprising, however, is that the jacket does not hang down baggy, but cuts a good figure even in plus sizes. Although the two pieces are only made of one layer of fabric, they keep you cosy and warm.
Instead of a hood, the jacket has a high collar. This is not too tight and fits comfortably around the neck. As additional protection against the cold, the jacket has a non-adjustable elasticated band at the bottom and at the sleeve ends. This effectively prevents the penetration of cold air from below, even during dynamic movement. The advantage of the separate belly pockets also becomes apparent in the cold: The pocket lies completely inside the jacket. This not only keeps your hands warm, it can also be used to store battery-powered devices such as mobile phones. However, the pockets do not have a zip, so there is a risk of something getting lost from the pockets.
Thanks to the elasticated waistband, the trousers fit very comfortably and stay in place even without tying the drawstring. If the pockets are loaded with heavy items, the trousers are secured against slipping with the drawstring . Unfortunately, the lack of a fastening option for the trouser pockets also means that items can fall out. In particular, we would have liked to see a zipor something similar in the pockets of the trousers so that we could safely take a key with us when jogging.
In the last part of our practical test, we wash the set according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For the MANGONY lifestyle suit, this means an easy-care wash cycle at 30 °C, without drying and ironing at 110 °C, which corresponds to the usual specifications for comparable garments. Unfortunately, washing at 60 °C, as would be recommended after sporting activities or heavy soiling, for example, is not possible. After washing, the laundry smells of the detergent used, but otherwise there is no recognisable difference. The suit survives the washing process without damage or fading.
Overall, the MANGONY lifestyle suit impressed us in our practical test. It is very comfortable, keeps you nice and warm and also withstands washing without any problems.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good quality in the mid-price segment | 80 points |
| Rating cut | Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews | |
| Total | 80 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €76.90 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €20.53. The MANGONY lifestyle suit from Nebulus currently has a price of €39.99 in the Nebulus shop, which puts it in the mid-price segment. The price is reasonable for the quality and scope of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labelling | 10% | 97 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 100 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 94 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 80 points |
| Total | 93 points |
