REI Co-op Magma 15
Exact average 86.0 · 2 printed, 2 estimated · printed scores only: 86
Image: REI Co-op4 professional reviewers tested the REI Co-op Magma 15, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: comfort and value for money.
Reviewed by CleverHiker, OutdoorGearLab, SectionHiker and 1 more
The catch: The mummy cut is snug, and the light fabric is less durable.
Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.
2 of these 4 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 4 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 94CleverHiker
A warm, light and very compressible down bag that costs less than similar bags, with many size options.
Read CleverHiker review - 78OutdoorGearLab
Testers like the customizable sizing, cozy loft and long chest zipper, calling it a great pick for everyday backpackers.
Read OutdoorGearLab review - 89est.SectionHiker
A light, well-built and comfortable three-season down bag with premium features at a relatively low price.
Read SectionHiker review - 83est.Treeline Review
Named the best budget pick in a field-tested guide, praised for soft comfort, inclusive sizing and good features for the price.
Read Treeline Review review
"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates
What critics praise most
What critics dislike most
No clear pattern.
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Common questions
Is the REI Co-op Magma 15 worth it?
Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it. The mummy cut is snug, and the light fabric is less durable.
Do critics agree about the REI Co-op Magma 15?
Broad agreement: scores range from 78 (OutdoorGearLab) to 94 (CleverHiker), a spread of 16 points across 4 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What is the best alternative to the REI Co-op Magma 15?
The Nemo Disco 30 (critic score 82), .