DeWalt Women's Charcoal Flannel Lined Quilted Heated Jacket Kit

Why I reached for this jacket

I spend a lot of time outside in shoulder seasons—early morning jobsite walkthroughs, dog walks that turn into wind sprints, and the odd drizzle thrown in for good measure. A heated layer that looks like a normal jacket has real appeal. The DeWalt women’s heated jacket fits that bill on paper: quilted outer, flannel/fleece lining, three heat zones, and DeWalt’s ubiquitous 20V battery as the powerplant. After several weeks of mixed-use—commuting, yard work, and standing around on cold sidelines—here’s how it actually did.

Heat performance and controls

The heat profile is simple: left chest, right chest, and back. There’s no heated collar or pockets, which matters if your hands chill quickly. The LED controller offers three settings and a preheat burst. Preheat works as advertised; from cold, I felt warmth along my back within a couple of minutes and at the chest shortly after. On high, the jacket gets legitimately toasty, bordering on too warm when I’m moving. Medium was my default for walking and light work in the mid-30s to low-40s Fahrenheit. Low extends runtime and takes the edge off but won’t rescue you from long, sedentary cold.

The button is easy to tap with a gloved finger, and the backlit colors for each level are visible in daylight. I appreciated that the warmth is even—no obvious hot spots or wire “ridges.”

Battery life and power trade-offs

Power comes from a 20V MAX battery tucked into an expandable pocket, with a USB adapter inline so you can also charge a phone. Runtime is directly tied to the battery you use. With a compact 20V pack, I consistently got several hours on medium, less on high, and a workday’s worth on low if I was mixing in breaks or turning it off indoors. A higher-capacity pack extends that considerably but adds weight.

Two practical notes:
- You feel the battery. The pocket placement options (front or back via the extension) help you choose the lesser of two evils depending on whether you’re wearing a tool belt, carrying a backpack, or driving. I preferred the rear placement for walking and the front when seated.
- If you plug in the USB to charge a phone, expect a noticeable hit to runtime.

If you already own DeWalt 20V batteries, this jacket makes more sense—you can bring a spare. If you don’t, factor the cost and weight of extra packs into your expectations.

Fit, comfort, and mobility

This is a women’s cut, not a unisex shell. The silhouette is tailored without being restrictive, with room for a thin mid-layer. I found it true to size; if you’re between sizes or want to stack a heavier sweater underneath, consider sizing up.

The diamond-quilted outer and the insulated flannel/fleece lining feel cozy from the moment you put it on, even before the heat kicks in. The gusseted underarms do their job—reaching overhead or forward doesn’t pull the hem up dramatically. The low-funnel neck provides coverage without scraping your chin, and the snap closure helps seal drafts. The hideaway hood is thin and strictly a wind/rain backup; it fits under a hard hat but won’t replace a real insulated beanie.

The Spandex storm cuffs with thumb holes are a smart touch on frigid mornings, keeping sleeves in place under gloves and blocking wind at the wrist. If you don’t like thumb loops, they stay out of the way.

Weather resistance

The outer shell is water- and wind-resistant, not waterproof. In blustery, dry conditions, the jacket punches above its weight. In a steady drizzle, the shell beads water for a while, but seams and the quilted stitching eventually wet out. For extended wet weather, you’ll want a rain shell over the top. In return, the fabric is quieter and more pliable than a crisp hardshell, which I appreciated for everyday wear.

Pockets and power routing

You get eight pockets: two external slash hand pockets, small pen slots, external and internal zippered pockets, and the expandable battery pocket. There’s enough storage for a phone, slim wallet, keys, and a small notebook. The internal zip pocket is well-placed for valuables. The routing for the USB and power adapter is tidy, and the included extension lets you shift the battery from front to back without fishing wires around your torso.

One caution: because the jacket is quilted and lined, the pocket bags aren’t burly workwear canvas. I wouldn’t jam a handful of screws or a sharp utility knife in there. For heavier or sharp items, use a belt pouch.

Build quality and care

Stitching quality at the seams and quilting is clean, and the zipper tracks smoothly with a usable pull tab. The snap wind guard is a bonus in gusty conditions and keeps the zipper from dumping heat. After several weeks, I have some light fuzzing at the edges of the internal pocket and slight compression where the battery sits, but nothing alarming.

Heated gear has a few extra care requirements that are worth calling out:
- Disconnect the battery before storage and wash per the care tag.
- Don’t wad the jacket up with the cables bent sharply.
- Store batteries around half charge and top them off every few months; deep-discharge storage is rough on lithium packs.

DeWalt backs the jacket with a one-year limited warranty. That’s standard for heated apparel, but it’s short compared with typical tool warranties, and batteries have their own terms. Treat the wiring and connectors like you would a tool cord—care goes a long way.

Everyday experience

What surprised me most is how normal this jacket looks and feels. The charcoal quilted aesthetic passes for a regular puffer in an office or coffee shop, which makes it easy to keep on low heat during a commute without broadcasting that you’re wearing a gadget. The trade-off is weight: with a compact 20V battery, you know it’s there. It’s not unbearable, but if you’re after an ultralight layer, this isn’t it.

I liked the preheat for quick dog walks and the ability to kick it down to low once my core came up to temperature. The lack of heated pockets made me reach for gloves more often than with some other heated jackets, but the chest/back warmth is effective enough that my hands benefited indirectly.

Who it’s for

• Great for: commuters, site visits, light outdoor work, sideline parents, and anyone already invested in DeWalt’s 20V platform who can rotate batteries.
• Good with caveats: active outdoor work in dry to mildly wet weather; plan for a spare battery if you run high heat.
• Not ideal for: all-day stationary use in deep cold unless you carry extra capacity, heavy rain without a shell, or users who are extremely sensitive to weight at the hip.

The bottom line

The DeWalt women’s heated jacket gets the fundamentals right: fast, even heat; a comfortable, mobility-friendly cut; thoughtful details like storm cuffs and a snap wind guard; and the convenience of 20V battery compatibility and on-the-go USB power. The compromises are equally clear: runtime depends heavily on your battery choice and heat setting; the battery’s mass is noticeable; and the pockets, while plentiful, aren’t designed for sharp, heavy contents.

Recommendation: I recommend this jacket for women who want a practical, everyday heated layer and either own DeWalt 20V batteries or are comfortable carrying a spare. It’s a solid cold-weather solution for moving between tasks and environments, with enough polish to wear off the job. If you need all-day heat on high without swapping packs, ultra-lightweight feel, or waterproofing, you’ll be happier with a different setup or an additional shell and higher-capacity battery.