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Arc'teryx Atom Hoody vs Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Arc'teryx Atom Hoody is the lighter option — 30 g lighter than the Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie (9% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Arc'teryx Atom Hoody Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie
Weight 320 g · 0.320 kg · 0.71 lb 350 g · 0.350 kg · 0.77 lb
Brand Arc'teryx Melanzana
Category Clothing - Mid Layer Clothing - Mid Layer
Arc'teryx Atom Hoody
320 g

Versatile synthetic insulated hoody with Coreloft Compact insulation. Excellent moisture resistance and packability; ideal as standalone or layering piece.

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Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie
350 g

Cult-favorite Polartec grid fleece hoodie with a boxy fit, excellent breathability and moisture management for layering.

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Arc'teryx Atom Hoody vs Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Arc'teryx Atom Hoody wins — at 320 g it is 30 g (9%) lighter than the Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie (350 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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