Winter jacket GENIUS in test 2023

The GENIUS winter jacket from Nebulus made a very good overall impression in our test. The jacket is available for men in ten different colors and sizes. It has a full-length zipper, a high collar and pockets on the front. For our test, we received the jacket in black-green for men and size M . The fit proved to be very good in our case. Both the material quality and the workmanship are impressive, as is the performance of the jacket in the practical test. It turns out that the jacket fits comfortably for a long time, the smooth outer surface is extremely water-repellent and the lining keeps you pleasantly warm .

We have looked at and tested the product in detail in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. The product is subjected to our test procedure from the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum possible number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weightings. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.

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.

The GENIUS winter jacket from Nebulus was delivered together with other products in a sturdy shipping box. The shipping box was undamaged and easy to open with a knife or scissors. The box was also optimally sized and filled to the brim. This helps to protect the environment , as the amount of material required for the shipping box is minimized and the transport vehicles are better utilized. Inside the box was the GENIUS winter jacket in its product packaging. The product packaging consists of a tear-resistant and non-stretchable transparent plastic bag. The Nebulus logo is printed on the front of the packaging. A sticker on the packaging contains a barcode as well as the product name and the size of the jacket. On the back of the packaging there are multilingual warnings about the risk of suffocation from the bag, including German and English. The bag has a resealable opening on the top, which is provided with an adhesive strip . If the bag is returned, it can be resealed with the existing adhesive strip. There is a thin layer of paper between the individual layers of the folded jacket to prevent the material from rubbing during transportation. The GENIUS winter jacket is optimally protected from damage and soiling by the shipping box and the plastic bag.

ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

As you would expect, the GENIUS winter jacket does not require any additional accessories and is delivered without them. There is a cardboard disc the size of a beer mat on the label, with the high-gloss Nebulus logo printed on both sides, which can also be found on the product packaging. There are no instructions for use , but they are not required. Washing instructions can be found on a label on the inside of the jacket, where this is illustrated with the familiar symbols. The label also contains information on the material composition of the GENIUS winter jacket, the size and the product name.

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?

The GENIUS winter jacket is a quilted jacket with row-shaped segments. These segments are filled with soft material. The outer and inner surfaces are made of a very fine, smooth fabric that feels somewhat synthetic. According to the manufacturer, both the fabric and the filling are made of polyester. For our test , we received the winter jacket in black and green for men. The winter jacket is divided into two color sections: The collar, the underside of the arms and an approximately 7 centimeter wide strip of the upper body are completely in green . The inside of the jacket is also mostly green. The upper part of the body and the upper part of the sleeves, on the other hand, are black. These color combinations vary depending on the color selection. There are nine more color combinations for men to choose from.
There is a Nebulus patch on the chest for decoration. The front is closed with a green zipper . The zipper is fitted with easy-to-grip tags . To ensure that no cold gets into the inside of the jacket through the zipper, the jacket protrudes slightly on one side of the zipper, providing additional insulation .
There are two pockets on the front of the jacket in the stomach area that cannot be closed with a zipper. The collar of the jacket has a hanger that makes it easy to hang on a hook.
The outer fabric of the jacket is relatively thin, non-stretchy and tear-resistant. The lining, on the other hand, is clearly noticeable and correspondingly thick. The seams are even and clean. There are hardly any protruding threads and if there are any, they are very short. Apart from this, there are no other visible manufacturing faults on the jacket.
Overall, the GENIUS winter jacket with its two colors and the Nebulus patch is a discreet and fashionable garment. The quality of the fabrics used, the seams and the overall finish are impressive.

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.

The GENIUS winter jacket is available in various sizes for men from S to 3XL. For our test , we received the jacket in size M for men. For our tester, who is 170 cm tall, the jacket in size M fits very well and even offers room for a few extra centimetres. The winter jacket fits comfortably on the body and is the right length so that it ends at the right height.
Even after being worn for a long time, the jacket is still very comfortable. Thanks to its construction with two layers of fabric and the lining in between, it keeps you very warm, even though it is relatively light. When the zipper is closed all the way to the top, the collar fits snugly around the neck and reaches up to the head. The collar thus fulfills its function and effectively protects the neck from the cold. The pendant on the zipper also makes it easy to operate with gloves.
During our test, the belly pockets proved to be extremely useful. Unfortunately, there are no zippers on the pockets. From our point of view, however, these would have been practical, for example to store valuables safely.
An ideal winter jacket should be water-repellent . We therefore tested the jacket by spraying the surface with water. This shows the advantage of the smooth surface: it proves to be extremely water-repellent. The water rolls off immediately and falls to the ground. The surface of the jacket does not absorb any water and remains dry, so that the inside remains comfortably protected.
In the last part of our practical test, we washed the winter jacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For the GENIUS jacket, this means an easy-care wash cycle at 30 °C without drying and ironing, which corresponds to the usual recommendations 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 jacket smells of the detergent used, but otherwise there are no noticeable differences. The jacket survives the washing process without damage or fading.
Overall, the GENIUS winter jacket impressed us in our practical test. It is extremely comfortable and keeps you extremely warm.

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 examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.

On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.6 stars. The fact that the jacket does not have an inside pocket is often criticized . There is also praise for the quality, design and fit. We can particularly understand the praise for the design and quality.

Prices of up to €199.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products, with most products costing up to €100. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €34.61. The GENIUS winter jacket from Nebulus is currently in the upper price segment with a price of € 149.00 on Amazon. The price is reasonable for the quality and range of services you get.